Master's in Management (MSc)

This programme is aimed at graduates with a technical background who want to move into management. It places you at the intersection of engineering or natural sciences and business, reflecting how modern companies increasingly look for people who combine strong technical expertise with managerial skills. The degree is taught in English and awarded as a Master of Science in the field of Business Administration.

Built for students who already hold a first degree in engineering or a natural science, the curriculum uses your technical foundation to develop core capabilities in management, law, economics and business. You can later choose to specialise in areas of management that match your interests. Teaching is informed by current research and modern industrial practice, and learning takes place through lectures, regular tutorials and small-group seminars. There is also the option to spend one semester studying abroad, which can broaden your international exposure and networks.

Requirements (concise)

• First degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in engineering or a natural science
• Demonstrable strong interest in management
• Language of instruction: English

Overview

This two-year MSc program builds a solid foundation in the first year and allows for specialization in the second. During the first two semesters students cover core subjects in management, economics and law, while also being introduced to entrepreneurship and international management. The third semester is designed for deeper study: you can choose electives to specialise, undertake project-based work, or spend a semester abroad. The degree is finalised in the fourth semester with a written Master’s thesis.

Key modules

• Core modules in management that establish fundamental managerial concepts and methods
• Core module in economics to equip you with micro- and macro-level analytical tools
• Core module in law introducing legal frameworks relevant to business
• Modules in entrepreneurial, strategic and international management to develop innovation, strategic thinking and cross-border business skills
• Electives enabling deeper knowledge and specialization in chosen fields

Learning outcomes

By the end of the programme you will be able to:

• Apply management theory and analytical tools to real business challenges
• Interpret economic and legal factors that affect organisational decision‑making
• Design and evaluate entrepreneurial initiatives and strategic plans, including for international contexts
• Specialise in a chosen area (e.g., innovation, marketing, operations, finance or economics & policy) and demonstrate advanced skills in that domain
• Carry out project-based work or collaborative studies and complete a research-oriented Master’s thesis that integrates theory and practice

Structure at a glance

• Core modules in management
• Core module in law
• Core module in economics
• Entrepreneurial, strategic and international management modules
• Electives in management to deepen and specialise
• Optional specialisation fields: Innovation & Entrepreneurship; Marketing, Strategy & Leadership; Operations & Supply Chain Management; Finance & Accounting; Economics & Policy
• Optional project studies or mobility (study abroad) in semester three
• Master’s thesis in semester four

Graduates are prepared for positions at the interface of technology and business, such as product management, technical project or operations management, strategy roles, supply chain and process optimisation, and positions in finance or consulting focused on technical industries. The combination of a technical bachelor background with advanced management training enables alumni to move into leadership and cross-functional roles within engineering-driven companies, technology firms, startups, and consultancies.

Those aiming at entrepreneurship or innovation management will benefit from the programme's focus on Innovation & Entrepreneurship and applied project work. The degree also provides a solid foundation for continued academic research or for managerial roles in R&D, corporate strategy, and international business development in both large corporations and SMEs.