In a digitalised and globalised world, it is more important than ever for graduates of a master's programme to be able to master complex challenges through innovative and strategic thinking. It is precisely this sustainable business planning that the English-language master's programme Innovation Management (MSc) prepares students for. The focus is on the application of state-of-the-art tools and processes for the development of new products and services. In addition, students acquire in-depth knowledge of mathematics and statistics as well as negotiation skills and project management.
We offer the Master's degree programme in Innovation Management with five specialisations: AI Transformation, Business Development: Marketing & Sales, Finance, Shipping & Logistics and Start-up.
Are you looking for an English-language, internationally oriented MBA programme in Hamburg that will help you advance your career in just one year? With our ‘Hamburg MBA’ you will expand your specialist knowledge with in-depth business know-how and acquire management skills that are recognised on the international market.
Are you looking to advance your career while keeping the flexibility to study part-time? With our Flex Master, the Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS), you can take selected Masterclasses from the MSc Innovation Management. This allows you to deepen your expertise in areas such as Digital Transformation or Maritime Strategy & Innovation – in a flexible, practice-oriented and internationally focused format.
Each CAS consists of two Masterclasses that, once successfully completed, are certified and can be fully credited towards the MSc Innovation Management. The Flex Master is therefore the ideal way to explore whether an English-taught, part-time Master’s programme at HSBA is the right next step for you.
The German-language Digital Transformation & Sustainability (MSc) programme also deals with the topic of digitisation – and combines this with another future-focused topic: sustainability. Professors and project consultants support a small study group with a maximum of 18 students in project-based learning and prepare them for a career as a change manager, project manager or CEO. The Master's Degree Digital Transformation and Sustainability is oriented towards the global goals of the UN.
HSBA is a system-accredited university by FIBAA (Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation). All Master's degree programmes have passed the quality management system and are internally programme accredited.
Our JOB & MASTER Service matches postgraduate students with our partner companies, and vice versa. This job placement service is free of charge for both students and companies. Students receive assistance in finding a fitting (part time) position to accompany your studies, if applicable. Companies use this service when looking for motivated students for their (junior) vacancies.
HSBA’s unique Mentoring Programme is open to all postgraduate students who, upon successful application, are matched with experienced managers from the local and regional economy, acting as sparring partners/ role models.
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Would you like to address your questions directly to our students? Please contact Lucie Karpinski (MSc Innovation Management) and Patrick Henz (MSc Digital Transformation & Sustainability) by e-mail. Students from abroad are welcome to contact Kumru Özkan (MSc Business Development programme)! The three Master's students will be happy to answer your questions!
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Every year, our Master's students set off on a week-long trip to visit companies in different economic regions; the study trip is organised by the students themselves in collaboration with the teaching staff. This year, three groups of students from the MSc Innovation Management and MSc Digital Transformation and Digitalisation programmes travelled to Silicon Valley, Turin and Hamburg. They gained in-depth insights into regional economic issues, got to know the country and its people together, and created an unforgettable experience.
Here are some highlights, lessons learned and impressions from their trips – many thanks to all participants, especially Patrycja Kubicz & Evgeny Azarov (Turin), Rike Braker (Silicon Valley) and Lamees Al Maaite & Jiranan Panlanatiyarak (Hamburg) for their input and the great photos!
A big thank you goes to all the companies that gave our students such a warm welcome. The study trip is supported by the Association of Friends and Sponsors of HSBA (VFF).
A business administration master's degree at HSBA in Hamburg combines a challenging business degree programme with a parallel professional activity in the company. You can immediately put the content learned at the university into practice and thus set the course for your professional future. In addition, you will already receive a salary during your studies.
Both MSc programmes at HSBA last 5 semesters (30 months) and begin on October 1 of each year.
In the Master's programme Innovation Management (MSc), the courses take place on extended weekends and in individual full-time weeks at the HSBA in Hamburg. On the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme, courses take place on two attendance days and in two full-time weeks. The other days are reserved for company visits, language courses and an accompanying cultural programme (Hamburg and the surrounding area).
The business master's programme Innovation Management lead to the degree Master of Science (MSc). The MBA programme leads to the degree of Master of Business Administration (MBA). The degrees are internationally recognised and entitle you to take up doctoral studies after graduation.
No, you do not need an employer to study at our university. If you are still looking for a job, our JOB & MASTER offer is a good option to find a suitable partner company in Hamburg or the metropolitan region.
The admission requirements for a Master's programme at HSBA are:
