Intercultural Management
Euro-FH – Europäische Fernhochschule Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
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Quick Overview
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The Master’s program Intercultural Management (M.A.) at Euro-FH prepares you to develop intercultural strategies grounded in sustainable responsibility. You learn how to manage people, projects, and environments in multicultural contexts by combining cultural theory with practical communication and management skills.
The program is taught entirely in English and is designed to help you become a flexible, responsible leader. Through interactive online seminars, webinars, and case-based learning, you build advanced intercultural competence aligned with responsible leadership and the triple bottom line approach.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Fundamentals in Intercultural Studies
- Intercultural Communication and Management
- The Ethnography of Communication
- Organizational Sustainability
- Intercultural Management Strategies
- International Seminar
- Managing Global Talent
- Management Communication
- Intercultural Negotiation
- Master-Thesis
Curriculum
Master of Arts (M.A.) Intercultural Management is organised with modules across the study phases and a final master thesis. Total: 90 ECTS credits.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Intercultural Management Basics (compulsory core) and skills modules | Fundamentals in Intercultural Studies | 6 | 32 |
| Intercultural Communication and Management | 10 | |||
| The Ethnography of Communication | 8 | |||
| Management Communication | 8 | |||
| Semester 2 | Advanced Intercultural Management and additional skills modules | Advanced Intercultural Management | 12 | 38 |
| Intercultural Management Strategies | 12 | |||
| Intercultural Negotiation | 8 | |||
| International Seminar | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | Organisational sustainability and global talent modules | Organizational Sustainability | 8 | 16 |
| Managing Global Talent | 8 | |||
| Semester 4 | Master thesis | Master-Thesis | 16 | 16 |
| Total | Intercultural Management core modules and skills modules, organisational sustainability and global talent modules, and Master thesis | 90 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You qualify for roles that require intercultural leadership, communication, and responsible decision-making in international workplaces.
- You build practical management competence for people, projects, and cross-cultural contexts—useful for international project management and organizational leadership roles.
- You develop workplace-ready skills for managing global teams, talent, and stakeholder expectations across cultures, supporting career paths in HR and talent management.
- You gain an academic foundation that supports communication-focused careers such as public relations in multinational environments and cross-border organizations.
- You strengthen your ability to work with culturally diverse perspectives, preparing you for educator and training-related roles in intercultural fields.
- You can position yourself for social and mission-driven leadership paths such as social entrepreneurship, especially where responsible and sustainable management matters.
Employability rate
For graduates of intercultural management-related master studies in Germany, a realistic employability rate is about 78%, with an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting competition in the graduate job market and the importance of relevant experience.
Overall, the combination of intercultural competence and management skills supports a stable outlook, especially for roles in international organizations and HR or communication functions.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must have a completed first academic degree (a recognized bachelor’s or equivalent). The program also states that, besides the first degree, admission depends on relevant professional experience and English proficiency. |
| Higher secondary / A-Level | This Master program requires a completed first degree for entry for international applicants; school-leaving qualifications alone are not sufficient for direct admission to the Master. |
Language requirements
The Master program Intercultural Management (M.A.) is taught entirely in English. International applicants must provide proof of sufficient English proficiency and 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 337 / per month | Euro-FH publishes monthly study prices for the Master program model (example shown: Standard model). Tuition varies by chosen study model and monthly rate. |
| Examination fee | EUR 150 / one time | An example of an additional one-time examination fee is published for a Master access path (amount shown on the registration/pricing document). |
Proof of financial resources
You must be able to finance your studies in Germany. As an international applicant, you typically need to show proof of sufficient funds according to German immigration requirements when applying for your residence permit.
- Proof of sufficient funds for studies in Germany as required for the student residence permit process
- If you plan to use a blocked account, prepare a blocked-account statement according to the requirement set by the German authorities
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your eligibility documents
Review the program’s international admission requirements for a completed first degree, relevant professional experience, and English proficiency. Prepare digital copies of your academic documents (transcripts and degree certificate) and make sure they are ready to upload. If you plan to rely on Medium of Instruction or exemption, collect the official evidence from your institution early.
Submit your application online to Euro-FH
Complete the application form on the Euro-FH application entry for the Master program. Upload the required documents digitally (including transcripts and degree proof). Ensure your profile details and document uploads are complete before you submit.
Provide required supporting documents during processing
Admissions processing may require additional materials depending on your individual background, such as evidence related to English proficiency and your academic history. Monitor your email for any requests from Euro-FH and respond within the requested timeframe. If any documentation is missing, submit the requested documents promptly to avoid delays.