Part-time Master in Management (M.Sc.) | MGMT

The part-time Master in Management is a generalist, interdisciplinary study program. It combines business administration expertise with perspectives from the social sciences and practical philosophy.

At its core is the question of how organizations can be designed to succeed sustainably under conditions of uncertainty, complexity, and change — an aspiration that clearly distinguishes the part-time MSc Management from classic MBA programs.

• Part-time in 21 months — 60 teaching days, plannable alongside your job

• 90 ECTS, Master of Science (M.Sc.), accredited
• English-taught program with International Academy in South Africa
• Small, diverse cohorts (10–15 participants)
• Qualifies for a PhD
• Application by e-mail — personal, multi-stage, no mass procedure

Core Modules (44 CP)

• Strategic Management (4 CP)
• Organization and HR Management (4 CP)
• Accounting & Finance (4 CP)
• Data Analysis & Econometrics (4 CP)
• Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship (4 CP)
• Entrepreneurial Finance and Corporate Venturing (4 CP)
• Industrial & Organizational Psychology (4 CP)
• Consumer Behavior and Employer Branding (4 CP)
• Diversity- and Innovation Management (4 CP)
• Digital Transformation and Change Management (4 CP)
• Responsible Leadership and Interpersonal Skills (4 CP)

International Academy, South Africa (6 CP)

• International- & Intercultural Management (6 CP)

Project Work (10 CP)

• Applied Data Science (10 CP)

MA-Thesis (30 CP)

Responsible & Sustainable Management

In-depth knowledge of strategic management, organizational design, HR management, and responsible leadership in the context of sustainable development.

Digital Transformation & Data-Driven Decision Making

Competencies in working with digital technologies and data-driven decision making.

Human-centered Organizational Change

Analysis and design of transformation processes, considering human and organizational dynamics.

• Learn to tackle new problems and start your own initiatives
• Familiarize yourself with big data management and analysis to gain new insights
• Understand the impact of digitalization on modern markets and the triple bottom line of a company
• Develop an entrepreneurial mindset and identify new (digital) business ideas
• Understand diversity and inclusion as a source of long-term success
• Refine your communication skills and intercultural competencies
• Define your own ethical values and discuss their impact on future decisions

The part-time Master in Management opens up paths into fields where analytical competence, strategic thinking, and responsible execution are required. These include:

• Management of innovative projects in a large company
• Management position in sustainability-oriented companies
• Transformation and innovation management
• Organizational development & strategy consulting
• (In-house) consulting
• Management position in a start-up
• Entrepreneur

Whom we are looking for

The MSc MGMT is aimed at graduates from various disciplines who:

• bring initial professional experience
• are interested in analytical and interdisciplinary work
• want to take on responsibility in organizations

Admission

• First university degree
• At least one year of qualified professional experience
• English language skills

Students without a business background acquire the necessary foundations through a preparatory course.

You will benefit most from this part-time Master in Management if you are:

• Creative: fascinated by developing new ideas and solving challenging problems.
• Curious: you want to understand theoretical backgrounds and learn about different perspectives.
• Caring: you consider the impact on planet, society, and long-term perspectives.
• Committed: you are willing to work hard and strive for a decision-making position.

€29,920 for the entire 21-month program.

Possible financing options:

• Installment payment in agreement with ZU Executive Education
• Talent development foundations and external scholarships
• Employer sponsorship (common practice for part-time degree programs)

Applications are submitted by e-mail to zuee@zu.de. The selection process is multi-stage and aims to assess academic qualification, motivation, and fit with the program.

Please send the following documents:

• CV
• Certificates (Abitur & Bachelor)
• Letter of motivation

Online information session for the part-time Master in Management

Tuesday, 9 June 2026 at 5:00 PM CET — free, compact, and without obligation. Heike Vielleber and Christian Opitz present the program and are available for your questions afterwards. Registration by e-mail to zuee@zu.de.

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The program is consistently designed as part-time. Instead of weekly attendance days, there are one-week intensive teaching blocks that integrate predictably into your professional schedule. Across 21 months, 60 teaching days and 10 days abroad are scheduled in total.

No. Different academic perspectives are explicitly welcome. Bachelor's graduates without a business background acquire the necessary foundations through a preparatory course at the start of the program.

Internationality is reflected both in the composition of the student body and in the teaching content. The program includes at least one stay abroad as part of the International Academy.

The Master of Science in Management is research-oriented and combines business administration expertise with perspectives from the social sciences and practical philosophy. A classic MBA focuses more strongly on pure management practice. The MSc MGMT additionally qualifies for a PhD and is accredited.

Internationality is reflected in three dimensions: English-taught instruction, a diverse student body, and the International Academy in South Africa with 10 days abroad (6 CP).

Required is a Bachelor's degree with at least 180 CP and at least one year of qualified professional experience. The program is aimed at current and future leaders.

Tuition fees are €29,920 for the entire program. Employer financing is common practice for part-time master's programs and can be coordinated in consultation with ZU Executive Education.

The part-time Master of Science in Management (MSc MGMT) at Zeppelin University takes 21 months and comprises 90 ECTS. During this time, you complete 60 teaching days on campus and 10 days abroad as part of the International Academy in South Africa. The program starts each fall, and the degree is the accredited Master of Science (M.Sc.).