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Master of Science (M.Sc.)International Industrial Management Master

– at Esslingen University

ESSLINGEN. LIVE WELL. STUDY SMART.

Have you completed your Bachelor’s degree and are now ready to take the next step towards a global management career? The Master in International Industrial Management at Esslingen University equips you with the skills to succeed in technology-driven industries. You gain a solid foundation across key business areas – including operations, sales and marketing, finance, business development and transformation.

You actively build your own employability by developing a competitive career profile and applying management tools to real-world challenges. At the same time, you shape your professional direction through tailored electives such as agile project management, sustainability, intercultural leadership and digital enterprise – all taught entirely in English within an international learning environment.

Esslingen provides a safe and supportive environment for students from around the world. The University brings together academic excellence, strong links to industry and an outstanding student lifestyle.

Programme flyer International Industrial Management Master

Campus Esslingen Weststadt
Period in semester3 Semester
Language of instructionEnglish
Application periodNon-EU applicants: 1 November to 31 March
German & EU applicants: 1 November to 15 July
Admission requirementsBachelor’s degree preferably in Business, Management or a related field and English language test for non-native speakers

Apply as of 1 November

Content Information

INDUSTRY-CONNECTED. INTERDISCIPLINARY. INTERCULTURAL.

Strategic career edge: Gain interdisciplinary management skills for leadership in technology-driven industries.
Future skills: Develop the analytical and strategic capabilities needed to drive decisions and create impact in a global business environment.
Networking advantage: Learn alongside a diverse international group and work hands-on with German and European industry experts.
Flexible by design: Enhance your qualifications alongside your professional career through career-compatible course curricula.
Focused expertise: Shape your professional profile by taking tailored electives within an international learning environment.
Strong employability: Build a competitive career profile encompassing operations, sales and marketing, finance, business development and transformation.

Tip: Click on the modules for more information.

1. Semester

30 ECTS

Business Analytics Business Analytics Business Analytics The module covers the following two courses Data Science: methods to analyse real-world phenomena using data, including machine learning and Python Market Analytics: methods and tools to analyse customer behaviour and optimise marketing activities	5 ECTS
Finance Finance Finance The module covers the following two courses: Corporate Finance and Valuation: key concepts of corporate finance and techniques for valuing companies Financial Risk Management: methods and tools for identifying, measuring, and modelling financial risks	5 ECTS
Economics Economics Economics The module covers the following two courses: Strategic Interaction and Competition: how firms behave and interact strategically in markets, analysed through game theory Technology and Growth: key theories and empirical evidence on how technology and innovation drive long-term economic growth	5 ECTS
Operations Operations Operations The module covers the following two courses: Operations and Supply Chain Management: fundamentals of all operations functions, including quality assurance Lean Management: fundamentals and application of Lean Management philosophy and implementation strategies	5 ECTS
Research Methods Research Methods Research Methods The module covers the following two courses: Research Methods: the empirical research process, methods, and quality criteria of quantitative and qualitative research Academic Writing: composition of academic work, literature search and analysis, and the use of LLMs	5 ECTS
Electives Module 1 Electives Module 1 Electives Module 1 Students will choose two or three Electives Modules, totalling 15 ECTS across the first and second semesters. The following modules are examples of available Elective options; additional Electives may also be offered. The Faculty will confirm which Electives are offered in each semester. Agile Project Management and Best Practice Solutions: agile methodology based on the Scrum Guide, combined with the analysis (field trips) of a company's competitive advantages, risks, and opportunities Digital Enterprise and Information Systems: enterprise resource planning using business application software (SAP), covering procurement, materials management, and production Intercultural Leadership and Negotiations: cultural differences and their impact on leadership and negotiation, trained through international role play Projects: analysing a real-world company or research challenge through an applied research project, from research question and data collection to actionable recommendations Sustainability Assessment: life-cycle analysis and systems-thinking methods to evaluate the sustainability of technological and organisational change	5 ECTS

2. Semester

30 ECTS

Marketing and Sales Marketing and Sales Marketing and Sales The module covers the following two courses: International Marketing: concepts and operational decisions for marketing in the international marketplace Technical Sales: the intersection of sales, marketing, and project management in high-value B2B selling	5 ECTS
Management Accounting Management Accounting Management Accounting The module covers the following two courses: Financial Reporting and Analysis: accounting as an information system, financial statements and their analysis Performance Measurement: cost behaviour, performance management, and their connection to corporate strategy	5 ECTS
Strategy Strategy Strategy The module covers the following two courses: Strategic Management: foundations of strategic analysis, formulation, and execution Organisational Transformation: models and theories of organisational change and transformation	5 ECTS
Business Development Business Development Business Development The module covers the following two courses: Entrepreneurship: the spirit of entrepreneurship and key topics for founders driving innovation Innovation and Technology Management: new global trends in innovation and technology and how to manage them	5 ECTS
Electives Module 2 Electives Module 2 Electives Module 2 Students will choose two or three Electives Modules, totalling 15 ECTS across the first and second semesters. The following modules are examples of available Elective options; additional Electives may also be offered. The Faculty will confirm which Electives are offered in each semester. Agile Project Management and Best Practice Solutions: agile methodology based on the Scrum Guide, combined with the analysis (field trips) of a company's competitive advantages, risks, and opportunities Digital Enterprise and Information Systems: enterprise resource planning using business application software (SAP), covering procurement, materials management, and production Intercultural Leadership and Negotiations: cultural differences and their impact on leadership and negotiation, trained through international role play Projects: analysing a real-world company or research challenge through an applied research project, from research question and data collection to actionable recommendations Sustainability Assessment: life-cycle analysis and systems-thinking methods to evaluate the sustainability of technological and organisational change	10 ECTS

3. Semester

30 ECTS

Master’s Thesis

30 ECTS

Career Perspectives

YOUR AMBITION. YOUR ADVANTAGE. YOUR FUTURE.

Esslingen University has a long tradition in teaching industrial management, and has always taken advantage of its location in one of Europe’s major industrial centres. It has thus forged close links to well-known global players, hidden champions and start-ups in the region. Companies in our wider network include Mercedes, Porsche, Festo, Bosch, TRUMPF, Kärcher, TeamViewer and many others. We work with them closely, through company projects, guest lectures and thesis placements. You can see more of them through the university's Career Centre website.

Where will this degree take you?

This Master’s degree doesn’t just lead to a first job – it defines a long-term career path! Esslingen graduates work where technology meets management, and are sought after by German and global companies alike. Esslingen University is situated in the Stuttgart Region, one of Europe's densest industrial hubs - these industries are right outside the lecture hall:

Automotive & Mobility – the home of German carmaking and a deep network of suppliers, from global players to specialised hidden champions.
Smart Manufacturing – a region built on machine building and factory automation, now driving the shift to Industry 4.0.
Technology & Digital Transformation – one of Germany's fastest-growing tech and software hubs.
Consulting – a strong base of firms advising the area's industrial companies on strategy and transformation.
Energy & Sustainability – a regional industry reinventing itself around clean energy and sustainable production.
Logistics & Supply Chain – an industrial region where complex, global supply chains are planned, steered and optimised.

More information can be found on our faculty website.

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Application/Admission

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Management or related discipline
English language test (e.g. TOEFL) for non-native speakers
If you received your degree in China, Vietnam, and India: APS-Certificate

Tuition & Fees

Excellence made affordable: benefit from Esslingen University's quality tuition at a globally competitive cost, and guaranteed subsidised accommodation.

Tuition is €1,500 per semester for non-EU applicants (semester fees on top). German and EU applicants pay only the semester fee. Students must also pay their own cost-of-living expenses.

Application

To register and apply for the International Industrial Management Master click here.

Further Information

› Further information, see our General Information and our FAQ

› After admission: enrolment, accommodation and your first days on campus

› Orientation programme: getting to know Esslingen University

This awaits you

Are you ready to kick-start your career?

Today’s business environments are becoming increasingly complex and dynamic, making strong management essential for effective and efficient operations. Managers need analytical and strategic capabilities to drive decisions and create impact in a global context.

The Master in International Industrial Management at Esslingen University equips you with the skills needed for the future. It is designed for graduates with a Bachelor’s degree and ambitions to pursue a management career in international industry.

Curious about the place you would call home? Discover the Stuttgart Region.

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Alumni network

An active international alumni network all over the globe – a network to promote professional development.

Variety of cultures

What I liked the most about the programme and affected me the most was the wide variety of cultures and getting to know the different cultures. It has helped me to be more open-minded and to look at things in a different perspective. I am grateful that I left my comfort zone and came to Esslingen because when you leave your comfort zone, you grow.

Sonia Veerapen, Alumna 2023

What distinguishes usGood reasons for studying at Esslingen University

Connect with Industry Leaders

Close ties to global players and hidden champions in one of Europe's most innovative industrial regions.

Practical Approach

Learning leaves the classroom — field trips, company projects and real case studies.

Diverse Class

Every cohort brings many cultures and perspectives. They shape how, and what, you learn.

Excellent Career Prospects

German and global companies actively seek out Esslingen's skilled business graduates.

Support Guaranteed

Free German courses, business etiquette coaching, meet-ups and guaranteed housing near campus.

Alumni network

An active alumni network across the globe, useful long after you graduate.

What are you looking for?

Master of Science (M.Sc.)International Industrial Management Master

– at Esslingen University

ESSLINGEN. LIVE WELL. STUDY SMART.

Content Information

INDUSTRY-CONNECTED. INTERDISCIPLINARY. INTERCULTURAL.

1. Semester

2. Semester

3. Semester

Career Perspectives

YOUR AMBITION. YOUR ADVANTAGE. YOUR FUTURE.

Where will this degree take you?

Application/Admission

Requirements

Tuition & Fees

Application

Further Information

This awaits you

Alumni network

Variety of cultures

What distinguishes usGood reasons for studying at Esslingen University

Connect with Industry Leaders

Practical Approach

Diverse Class

Excellent Career Prospects

Support Guaranteed

Alumni network

Interested? Learn More! Application possible soon

Your personal contactContact us

International Relations

Contact

Master's Programme Management

Student Service

Master of Science (M.Sc.)International Industrial Management Master

– at Esslingen University

ESSLINGEN. LIVE WELL. STUDY SMART.

Content Information

INDUSTRY-CONNECTED. INTERDISCIPLINARY. INTERCULTURAL.

Business Analytics

Finance

Economics

Operations

Research Methods

Electives Module 1

Marketing and Sales

Management Accounting

Strategy

Business Development

Electives Module 2

Master’s Thesis

Career Perspectives

YOUR AMBITION. YOUR ADVANTAGE. YOUR FUTURE.

Where will this degree take you?

Application/Admission

Requirements

Tuition & Fees

Application

Further Information

This awaits you

Alumni network

Variety of cultures

What distinguishes usGood reasons for studying at Esslingen University

Connect with Industry Leaders

Practical Approach

Diverse Class

Excellent Career Prospects

Support Guaranteed

Alumni network

Interested? Learn More! Application possible soon

Your personal contactContact us

International Relations

Contact

Master's Programme Management

Student Service