Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement
Euro-FH – Europäische Fernhochschule Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
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Der Fernstudium Master Betriebswirtschaftslehre Spezialisierung Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement (M.A.) vermittelt fundiertes Wissen für eine erfolgreiche Unternehmensentwicklung. Der Schwerpunkt richtet sich u. a. an Personen, die ein eigenes Unternehmen gründen wollen, bereits eine Geschäftsidee entwickelt haben oder im Start-up-Kontext durchstarten möchten.
Mit der Spezialisierung erwerben Sie Know-how, um eine Geschäftsidee in ein Geschäftsmodell zu verwandeln, ein Unternehmen zu gründen oder fortzuführen und unternehmerische Innovationen sowie New Venture Management in der Praxis umzusetzen.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Introduction into core management competencies (Einführung in das Management, Strategy, Business Development Management, Herausforderungen der Wirtschaftspolitik).
- Choose your Soft Skills module (Leadership & Performance Management, Moderieren und Präsentieren, or Kommunikations- und Verhandlungstechniken).
- Choose your Management Skills module (Projektmanagement für Führungskräfte or Change Management).
- Start building the entrepreneurship and innovation track knowledge through the specialisation module selection context (Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement).
- Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement specialisation module set (Unternehmensgründung, Innovationsmanagement, New Venture Management).
- Apply innovation management concepts and new venture thinking to turn ideas into viable business models.
- Connect your chosen specialisation profile to broader business decision-making and strategy work from the master programme.
- Complete the Master-Thesis as the final assessed component of the programme.
- Use your accumulated management and entrepreneurship knowledge to produce an academic master thesis aligned with your specialisation.
Curriculum
90 CP Master of Arts (M.A.) with compulsory core modules, a specialisation focus in Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement (two 6-CP electives), and Master Thesis.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Kernkompetenzen des Managements and Management Skills | Einführung in das Management | 6 | 32 |
| Kernkompetenzen des Managements: Business Development Management | 6 | |||
| Strategy | 6 | |||
| Herausforderungen der Wirtschaftspolitik | 6 | |||
| Projektmanagement für Führungskräfte | 8 | |||
| Semester 2 | Management Skills (second choice), Soft Skills, and optional Internationales Seminar | Change Management | 8 | 32 |
| Leadership & Performance Management | 6 | |||
| Moderieren und Präsentieren | 6 | |||
| Kommunikations- und Verhandlungstechniken | 6 | |||
| Internationales Seminar (optional Zusatzmodul, kostenpflichtig) | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement specialisation and remaining core modules | Unternehmensgründung | 6 | 36 |
| Innovationsmanagement | 6 | |||
| New Venture Management | 6 | |||
| Kernkompetenzen des Managements and Strategy block (remaining core components) | 6 | |||
| Master Thesis Preparatory work (part of Master Thesis block) | 12 | |||
| Semester 4 | Master Thesis | Master-Thesis | 16 | 16 |
| Total | Core modules, specialisation Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement, optional Internationales Seminar, and Master Thesis | 90 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready entrepreneurship and innovation management expertise through the programme’s Entrepreneurship & Innovationsmanagement modules, supporting roles in start-up environments and innovation units.
- You gain skills to develop and evaluate new business ventures (New Venture Management and related innovation content), preparing you for venture creation and growth-focused positions.
- You strengthen leadership and management capabilities through the programme’s Management Skills and Soft Skills choices, helping you qualify for responsibilities in projects, change, and performance-focused teams.
- You prepare for strategy- and decision-oriented business roles by combining core management competencies (strategy, management, and business development) with your selected specialisation.
- You graduate with a Master of Arts (M.A.) in a 90-Credit master programme structure, giving you a recognised academic credential to progress into higher responsibility career paths.
Employability rate
For graduates of entrepreneurship and innovation-related management programmes in Germany, employability is typically around 82% and unemployment is about 18%, reflecting strong demand for business, start-up, and innovation-capable management profiles.
Together, these figures suggest a generally stable outlook when you pair the degree with relevant projects, internships, or practical venture experience during study.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| First academic degree with a business focus (foreign qualifications) | International applicants need a completed first degree that includes a focus on business/management and meets the Euro-FH credit requirements (either 180 credits or 210 credits depending on the entrance option). In addition, the university requires at least one year of relevant work experience for the 180-credits entrance option; for 210 credits, at least one year of relevant work experience is also required. |
| English language proficiency (CEFR B2) | International applicants must demonstrate sufficient English proficiency at level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), as the entire study programme is conducted in English. |
| Motivation and documentation (when prior focus is not business) | If your first degree focus is other than business, the university requires a motivation letter describing your interest, experience, and objectives for enrolling in the programme. Admission decisions are made based on your complete application documents and the motivation letter where applicable. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business, management, entrepreneurship, innovation-related backgrounds | Direct match | Euro-FH entrance requires that your first degree includes a business focus; if your prior focus is not business, submit a motivation letter detailing your interest, experience, and objectives. |
Language requirements
For this Master’s programme, the Euro-FH requires English proficiency at level B2 in line with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). You must be able to read and understand academic texts in English and write fluently in English.
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 426 / per month | Official programme pricing starts from 426 EUR per month. Final total depends on the chosen study model and payment option. |
| Application fee | EUR 0 / one time |
Proof of financial resources
Euro-FH will guide international students on the required financial proof needed for enrolment and study in Germany. For your visa and residence permit, you may also need to provide proof of adequate funds in line with German immigration requirements.
- Financial proof requirement for study in Germany as part of immigration/residence processes (amount and format must follow the official German guidance for your case).
- Any additional documentation requested by Euro-FH during the admission and enrolment process.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone |
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| Application portal opens |
| Application deadline (final submit) |
| Application deadline (EU students) |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Recommended apply-by |
| Semester begins |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone |
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| VPD request - recommended |
| VPD result expected |
| APS - recommended |
| Start eligibility check |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone |
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| Application submission deadline |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Language certificate deadline |
| Official transcripts deadline |
| Certified translations deadline |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline |
| Missing documents (if requested) |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare eligibility documents for your international qualification
Check that your completed first degree meets the Euro-FH credit and business-focus entrance requirements, and that you have the required relevant work experience for the chosen entrance option. Prepare a CV showing your academic and professional background, and make sure your transcripts and degree certificate are available in digital form. If your prior degree focus is not business, prepare a motivation letter explaining your interest, experience, and objectives.
Complete the online application and upload documents
Submit your application through the Euro-FH process for Master programmes during the period you intend to start. Upload your university transcripts (grades) and your degree certificate, and ensure your CV is complete and includes your academic and professional background. Follow the university’s required formats for digital documents, as stated in the admission documentation guidance.
Fulfil English proficiency requirements during admission processing
Confirm that you meet the stated English requirement for this programme (CEFR B2) because the entire study programme is in English. If you use an alternative route described by Euro-FH, arrange the Euro-FH phone interview in English as part of the English proficiency demonstration. Complete any further instructions provided by the university after document review.
Admission decision based on complete documents
Euro-FH processes your application based on the complete set of application documents and, where applicable, the motivation letter. Ensure your professional experience details are clearly supported by your documents and your CV. Respond promptly to any additional requests from the admissions team during the review.