Master in Management. Shape your future career in top management. Working together for better global management

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1 Master in Shape your future career in top management Working together for better global management

2 Working together for better global management

3 Increase your career perspective In the current competitive job market it is hard to stand out from the crowd. As a recent graduate or young professional you may have already career goals in mind. The one-year MSM Master in program provides you with a first necessary step to plan and fast-forward your career by providing you with a solid foundation in the practice and theory of management in a fast-changing global world. You will understand the basics of management in a diverse and multicultural international business context. You will learn from experienced faculty and stimulating fellow participants from different cultural, business and study backgrounds. The MSM Master in will ultimately challenge you to develop your own unique and inspiring approach to management.

4 Master in Hannover, Germany Are you an ambitious graduate or young professional who aims for a successful career in top management? GISMA Business School is committed to providing graduate business education with a unique blend of theory and practice, thus effectively filling the gap between conventional university studies and the shifting requirements of today s global marketplace. One of GISMA s major objectives is providing students with plenty of hands-on experience. Outings to actual companies, case studies are some of the ways in which GISMA ensures that students get the inside track and are well prepared for real-world business. GISMA s alumni come from as many as 40 different nations and professors teaching in GISMA s programs have diverse cultural backgrounds. The MSM/GISMA Master in program is a oneyear full-time master s program targeting recent graduates as well as young professionals with the ambition to pursue leading positions in the competitive global market place. The internationally accredited program provides three intakes per year, in May, October and February. 5 Reasons to follow this program 1. Connect theory to practice The MSM/GISMA Master in highly emphasizes the implementation of management theory into practice. At various stages during the program you will learn how to develop your own approach to solve organizational problems and turn opportunities into business success. 2. Learn from top-class experts Our lecture-style classes are delivered by top-class tutors who possess expert knowledge in their specific fields. They will guide you through the learning process, encouraging engagement along the way. As well as theoretical learning provided by your tutors, knowledge can also be acquired from international classmates and their experiences. 3. Learn and network with high potentials Each year, we select a limited number of talented young professionals who have demonstrated high potential to develop a successful career in international business. The candidate s academic performance, personal characteristics and managerial experience will be taken into consideration throughout the selection process. As such you will share your study experience with highly qualified classmates. 4. Opt for language courses Aside from compulsory classes, you will have an opportunity to participate in extra activities. These include German language classes at TLG Germany (available at extra cost). These optional German language lessons are offered in order to enhance your career opportunities on the German job market. 5. Study in North Germany s Industrial Hub Packed full of culture, entertainment and opportunities, Hannover is the ideal setting for a study location. Hannover is home to the iconic Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles factory, as well as Continental AG, founded in Hannover in The Hannover Messe (Hannover International Trade Fair) is the world s largest industrial trade fair and the CeBIT is the aligning computer expo in Hannover, also the largest of its kind in the world. Working together for better global management

5 Curriculum The curriculum consists of 16 courses and an integrative final project resulting in a total of 60 ECTS and equivalent study load of 1800 hours. Oct Oct - Nov Nov - Feb Feb - May May - June July - Sept Kicko ff Soft skill training Introduction courses Introduction to Leadership and Research Methods and Skills Introduction to final project Functional courses Financial and Managerial Economics Human Resources Operations Definition and approval of topic for final project Managerial Accounting and Costing Information Systems Marketing and Relationship Integrative courses Innovation and Entrepreneurship Strategy and Planning Organizational Development and Change Quality Preparation and approval of final project proposal Specialization Courses International Business Managing Cultural Diversity International Supply Chain International Marketing Project work Final project Business Consultancy Project or Applied Research Project Writing final project report and defense Introduction courses In the first introduction course you will learn about the main tasks and roles of management in organizations and the impact of management practices on organizational performance. The second introduction course aims to develop your applied business research skills to support you in developing your final project proposal. Functional courses Functional processes in an organization deal with similar types of processes. In the functional courses you will acquire and apply knowledge in six functional management areas. Integrative courses The integrative courses are the capstones of the program and aim at helping students develop an integrated view of the organisation and of their role as managers. Specialization The Master in program is a generalist management program. However it does provide you with an opportunity to specialize in International Business. Final project The Master in concludes with program integration, an individual project that will require you to prove your ability to integrate the individual core subjects of the MiM program to solve an organizational challenge. The final project takes the form of a business consultancy project or an applied research project, and clearly reflects the professional approach in this master s program. Application deadlines non EU-residents EU residents May intake 30 March 15 May October intake 17 August 1 October February intake 14 December 1 February Program fees Full tuition fee 16,000 For more information on this program please check: You can also contact the GISMA advisor at [email protected] or directly: Sarah Holze, T: +49(0) or Hasan Syed, T: +49(0) Working together for better global management

6 Program and application information Admission requirements The MSM Master in program offering will be continuously expanded in terms of locations and specializations. Through cooperation with high quality partner institutions the program will be offered in different locations in the world. The Master in program is a generalist management program. However it does provide you with an opportunity to specialize. Several specialization themes will be introduced in the future. The Master in program is offered with different intakes per year, varying per location. For the latest application deadlines per program or the latest information on locations and specializations, please check our website or contact us at [email protected] Did you know that 87% of Master in students finds a job within three months of graduation according a recent survey conducted by Compass. Candidates applying for the Master in should meet following criteria: At least hold a Bachelor s degree in any discipline from a recognized university A GMAT (Graduate Admission Test) of 600 or higher. In addition to a GMAT of 600 or higher, we will also accept a GRE with an equivalent score of 600 or higher. Without either of these two scores, you will need to complete four, online leveling courses. Please ask the Admissions Office for more details. Proficiency in English: non-native English speaking candidates and whose previous education has been in a different language than English, must submit evidence of proficiency in the English language by presenting: - a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score (88 internet-based test; 570 paper-based test) or - an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score (6.5 academic test) The language proficiency requirement can be waived under specific circumstances. Please ask the Admissions Office for more details. For more information on the admissions procedures, check the admission information of the specific program on About Maastricht School of Founded in 1952, Maastricht School of (MSM) is one of the oldest and most international business schools in the Netherlands. MSM offers research-driven and internationally accredited MBA, MSc and MM degrees, as well as many shorter professional and executive courses. It is located in the beautiful historical city of Maastricht in the Netherlands - right in the heart of Europe. MSM s DBA program is ranked number 2 in the world. Around 1,000 students graduate every year from MSM s programs, and MSM alumni occupy top positions in business, government and academia.

7 Develop your business skills The MSM Master in is a practice oriented management program. Besides providing theoretical knowledge, the program will equip you to put this knowledge into practice. At various stages during the program you will learn how to develop your own approach to solve organizational problems and turn opportunities into business success. At course level you will conduct group and individual assignments where you will actively demonstrate your newly acquired knowledge and skills. You will finalize your Master s program with an integrative assignment in the form of a business consultancy project or an applied research project. Either project you choose, you will be required to provide a creative and practical business solution through professional application of your newly developed management skills.

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