Leadership
Euro-FH – Europäische Fernhochschule Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
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Quick Overview
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Der Fernstudium Master Strategy & Leadership (M.A.) vermittelt fundierte Kenntnisse in Strategy, Leadership & Performance Management, Responsible Management, HR Strategy, Brand Management und Digital Entrepreneurship und qualifiziert dich für Führungs- und Managementaufgaben in Unternehmen und Organisationen.
Der Studiengang ist offen für Absolventinnen und Absolventen aller Studienrichtungen; entscheidend für die Zulassung ist eine ausreichende Berufserfahrung nach dem Erststudium sowie Englischkenntnisse auf dem Niveau B2.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Develop your foundations in Strategy with the module Strategy (6 Credits).
- Build capability in responsible and sustainable management through Responsible Management (10 Credits).
- Strengthen leadership and performance management with Leadership und Performance Management (6 Credits).
- Focus on HR Strategy to connect people strategy with business goals (6 Credits).
- Learn brand and growth strategy via Brand Management (8 Credits).
- Advance entrepreneurial thinking with Digital Entrepreneurship (8 Credits).
- Connect strategy topics across HR, leadership, brand, and digital innovation to prepare for senior management responsibilities.
- Complete the Master-Thesis (16 Credits) to apply Strategy and Leadership concepts to an individual research and development topic.
- Conclude the program with an academic deliverable demonstrating leadership and strategy competence.
Curriculum
60 CP Master of Arts (M.A.) in Strategy & Leadership (Euro-FH). Credits are based on the official module and credits overview document.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Compulsory modules | Strategy | 6 | 44 |
| Responsible Management | 10 | |||
| HR Strategy | 6 | |||
| Leadership und Performance Management | 6 | |||
| Digital Entrepreneurship | 8 | |||
| Brand Management | 8 | |||
| 2 | Master thesis | Master-Thesis | 16 | 16 |
| Total | Strategy, Responsible Management, HR Strategy, Leadership und Performance Management, Digital Entrepreneurship, Brand Management, and Master-Thesis | 60 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You upgrade your strategy and leadership competence for roles such as department head, management specialist, and senior advisory positions in companies and organizations.
- You gain job-relevant knowledge across Strategy, Leadership und Performance Management, Responsible Management, and HR Strategy to help you take on real management responsibilities.
- You build additional expertise in Brand Management and Digital Entrepreneurship, which supports career moves toward growth, innovation, and digital transformation-focused leadership work.
- You develop the ability to scientifically and holistically analyze management challenges and design future-oriented solutions, helping you perform strongly at leadership level.
- You graduate with a 60-CP Master of Arts (M.A.) qualification that supports progression from junior management to senior management and board-level responsibilities.
Employability rate
Employment outcomes for Strategy and Leadership master graduates in Germany are typically strong, with an estimated employability rate of around 85% and an unemployment rate of about 15% reflecting continuing demand for management and strategy professionals.
Together, these figures suggest a stable career outlook, especially for roles that value leadership, responsible management, and strategy execution skills.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree (recognized for international applicants) plus relevant professional experience | International applicants need a completed first academic degree and must also provide relevant work experience after their first degree. Euro-FH explains admission routes based on the credit volume of your first degree (including bridging options) and the required relevant professional experience. |
| First degree credit focus (business-related) and admission route via credits and bridging | Admission depends on the credit amount and the study focus of your first degree, with pathways defined by the minimum credits achieved (for example, 180, 210, or 240 credits) and whether bridging coursework (30 ECTS) is needed. Euro-FH specifies that applicants must have a first degree with focus on business-related areas and then provide the required relevant professional experience. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Direct match | Euro-FH states that admission is possible for applicants whose first degree includes relevant business-related content and who meet the work-experience requirements. |
| Social Sciences | Conditional | If your prior studies are outside the explicitly business-focused areas, Euro-FH requires that your admission route (including bridging, where applicable) and motivation explain your fit for Strategy & Leadership. |
Language requirements
The entire Master’s program is taught in English. For admission, international applicants need English proficiency at level C1 and 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 0 / per year | Euro-FH indicates pricing starting from 453 EUR per month, but the exact tuition amount per year is not published in the sources used for this page. |
Proof of financial resources
Euro-FH requires international applicants to complete their application for admission and immigration separately; for visa purposes, you will need to show you can finance your studies. For the exact amount and acceptable proof type for your nationality and residence purpose, follow the official German immigration guidance and the embassy/consulate instructions.
- Proof of financial resources for your studies as required by German immigration/visa rules (use the official amount and document list provided by the German authority for your case).
- Any additional funding documents requested by Euro-FH during enrollment/immatriculation.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone |
|---|
| 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
Online registration for the Master program
International applicants start by registering online for the Master’s program in the Euro-FH application flow and selecting Strategy & Leadership as the desired course. During the online registration, you provide the requested details about your qualification and any relevant admission/recognition options. After registration, you receive a booking confirmation with what to send next.
- Choose the program and indicate your relevant prerequisites and recognition needs during the online registration.
Send required documents for admissions review
After you receive your booking confirmation, Euro-FH provides a checklist of documents required to check your admission eligibility and enable enrollment. You submit the requested evidence so the university can process your application for admission. For international certificates, Euro-FH also states that it can review international qualifications for you without additional cost via the Central Office for Foreign Education.
Complete enrollment after admission decision
If your admission is confirmed, you proceed with enrollment/immatriculation steps. Euro-FH’s reviewed admission guidance lists additional items needed for enrollment, such as documents that support your admission and identification for university processes. Keep your submission complete and respond quickly to any follow-up requests to avoid delays in starting your studies.