This programme delivers an interdisciplinary, practice-focused education at the crossroads of chemistry and business. It is designed to respond to global trends such as digitalisation, the shift to a circular economy, and changing international markets, equipping graduates to lead innovation and sustainable transformation within the chemical sector and adjacent industries.
You will develop a solid grounding in both chemical sciences and contemporary management practice, enabling you to interpret scientific advances and translate them into robust business strategies. Graduates are trained to spot emerging technologies, advance resource-efficient solutions, and help open new markets by combining technical insight with commercial awareness.
Teaching is research-driven and led by specialists in the field, and the curriculum is closely linked to industry through workshops and guest lectures. These partnerships give students practical exposure, help build professional networks, and provide insight into current industrial practice—preparing you for challenging roles at the interface of science and business on both national and international levels.
Key information & application notes
This interdisciplinary Master’s combines management, technology and chemistry so you learn to bridge scientific knowledge and business thinking. During the first two semesters the programme delivers core management training specifically designed for Business Chemistry students: modules cover innovation and technology management, sustainability, marketing, data analysis and consulting methods. These courses were developed and are taught by the University of Münster’s Business Chemistry Team, meaning they are customised to the needs of students who will work at the intersection of chemistry and business rather than being generic business-administration offerings.
In the third semester you choose one of three specialist pathways to shape your practical focus. The industry track centres on internships to apply and deepen your professional skills in company settings. The start-up track supports entrepreneurial activity — including the chance to launch a science or tech venture and to take part in an incubator programme. The science track lets you extend your chemistry expertise by selecting two advanced chemistry electives. The programme finishes in the fourth semester with an independent Master’s thesis, which can be carried out in collaboration with an external company.
This structure is designed to develop a mix of analytical and practical competencies: the ability to manage technology-driven projects, apply data analysis and consulting techniques to real problems, understand sustainability and market issues, and either pursue industry roles, found/start ventures, or continue in scientific research.
Learning outcomes you can expect:
This master’s track has limited places and expects applicants to hold a relevant scientific or engineering bachelor’s degree with substantial chemistry content. Typical qualifying degrees are Chemistry, Business Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Chemistry or Chemical Engineering — or a comparable degree that includes at least 90 ECTS credits in chemistry-related subjects (for example: pharmaceutical chemistry, applied chemistry, technical chemistry, chemical biology, life sciences). It is your responsibility to make clear in your application that you meet the minimum chemistry credit requirement.
You must also meet the programme’s academic and administrative conditions: a minimum overall grade of 3.3 is required, and the university specifies a minimum level of English proficiency for admission (check the programme page for exact tests/levels accepted). All applicants must submit proof of their university entrance qualification; if this was obtained outside Germany and you are unsure about recognition, contact the International Office’s Advisor for International Prospective Students. Familiarize yourself with the university’s admission rules and application deadlines. Note for applicants from China, India and Vietnam: an APS certificate must be submitted in addition to the standard application documents.
Winter Semester (International)
15 July 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Graduates are prepared for demanding roles at the interface of science and business, especially within the chemical industry and related sectors. Typical career paths include product and project management, technology and innovation management, sustainability and resource-efficiency roles, business development, and R&D liaison positions where both scientific understanding and business acumen are required.
The Start-Up pathway also equips graduates to found or join science/tech ventures, while the Industry pathway emphasizes practical experience via internships that improve employability in corporations. The Science pathway supports further research or PhD trajectories through advanced chemistry modules and research-focused training.
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