International Entrepreneurship, Digitalisation and Sustainability (MSc)

Overview

This interdisciplinary Master's program explores how entrepreneurship and innovation interact within an increasingly global and sustainability-focused economy. Courses cover international entrepreneurship, digitalisation, sustainability and research methods, giving you a foundation to develop new ventures, lead digital transformation projects or contribute to sustainable business models. The programme is taught in English, making it accessible to international students.

Structure and international opportunities

You can customise your study path through a broad selection of elective modules, aligning the curriculum with your interests and career goals. As part of the programme’s international profile, you will spend one semester at a partner university under a double degree arrangement — after completing the partner institution’s requirements you receive a second Master’s degree. This combination of practical, digital and sustainability-oriented topics, plus the research component, prepares graduates for roles in start-ups, corporate innovation units, consultancies or further academic study.

Requirements

• Admission requirements and application details are not specified in the provided description — consult the programme’s official web page for exact criteria and deadlines.
• For questions about entry conditions, double degree partners or application procedures, contact the university’s admissions or international office.

Curriculum overview

During the first two semesters you build your curriculum from compulsory elective courses across three pillars: international entrepreneurship, digitalisation and sustainability. You select courses freely to match your interests and career goals, but must take 10 ECTS from each of the three areas every semester — effectively 30 ECTS per semester. This structure gives you flexibility to specialise while ensuring a balanced foundation across all three themes.

Research semester and thesis

The third semester is fully research-focused. You will be introduced to a range of research methods and apply them to an independent, academic Master’s thesis. The programme culminates in a Master’s seminar where you present your research findings, receive feedback and demonstrate your ability to communicate scholarly results.

Key modules and learning outcomes

The curriculum’s core modules are organised around the three compulsory elective areas (international entrepreneurship, digitalisation, sustainability). Expected learning outcomes include:

• Integrated understanding of entrepreneurial, digital and sustainability challenges in international business contexts
• Ability to select and apply appropriate research methods to business and management questions
• Competence in conducting independent academic research and producing a structured Master’s thesis
• Skills in presenting and defending research outcomes clearly in academic and professional settings

Requirements (concise)

• First and second semesters: 10 ECTS in each area (international entrepreneurship, digitalisation, sustainability) per semester (30 ECTS per semester)
• Third semester: completion of research methods training, submission of an academic Master’s thesis
• Participation in the Master’s seminar, including presentation of thesis research results
• Courses may be chosen freely within the three areas to shape your study profile

Graduates are prepared for roles that require a combination of entrepreneurial thinking, digital expertise and sustainability awareness. Typical career paths include positions in innovation management, digital transformation teams, sustainability strategy, and consulting for organisations pursuing international growth.

The programme’s international orientation and applied research component also provide a solid foundation for starting your own business or pursuing further academic research (e.g. PhD) in related fields.