This English-taught Master's programme delivers a broad, interdisciplinary education across economics, corporate management and business administration. It blends rigorous theory with hands-on application so graduates are ready to take on leadership roles in a wide range of industries. The curriculum is designed to strengthen analytical and strategic thinking needed to tackle complex economic problems, while offering routes into current academic research.
Core subject areas include economics, corporate law, management, business administration, political science, statistics and digital management. Students benefit from collaboration with external companies and institutions, which creates practical learning opportunities and valuable professional networks. The programme lasts two years and awards 120 ECTS, with intake each winter semester.
For international applicants, the English delivery and interdisciplinary focus provide flexibility for careers across borders and sectors. Participation in research projects and industry partnerships gives practical experience that complements classroom learning, helping graduates move into strategic or managerial positions after completion.
Admission requirements
Programme details
This Master’s degree is offered as an interdisciplinary program. The complete curriculum breakdown — including course structure, module descriptions and formal learning outcomes — is published on the program website in the “Structure & Content” PDF (available for download). That document is the authoritative source for which courses are compulsory, which are elective, the semester-by-semester plan, and how the programme’s credits and final thesis/project are organised.
When you open the Structure & Content PDF you will find the detailed list of key modules and the stated learning objectives for each. Use it to identify core modules that form the programme’s backbone, elective options that let you specialise, and the assessed components (exams, coursework, projects, thesis). The learning outcomes section explains the competencies you are expected to gain — for example, advanced analytical and quantitative skills, applied management and economic reasoning, and the ability to conduct independent research or industry-relevant projects — and how these are assessed across the curriculum.
Practical tips for international applicants:
Please check the official admission criteria for Zeppelin University’s graduate programmes before applying. The university’s website and the programme’s admissions pages are the authoritative sources for up-to-date information, including deadlines, required documents, and any programme-specific procedures.
As an international applicant, make sure you verify degree equivalence, language requirements, and visa-related timelines early so you can gather and certify documents in time. If anything is unclear, contact the university’s admissions or international office directly for personalized guidance.
Bullet points — what to confirm with the university’s admission criteria
Winter Semester (International)
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Graduates are prepared for leadership and specialist roles across industry, consultancy, public sector and NGOs, including corporate management, corporate strategy, economic analysis, policy advising and digital business roles. The programme’s emphasis on analytical and strategic skills and its interdisciplinary training equip graduates to address complex economic and managerial challenges.
Close ties with industry and options for practical experience (internships or start-up integration) enhance employability and professional networks. While the programme is research-oriented and supports further academic qualification, it is not a combined Master-PhD programme; graduates wishing to pursue a doctorate can do so after completion of this Master’s degree.
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