International Business

Subjects: Business

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

Ageing populations, the surge in non-communicable diseases and obesity, failing health systems, socially determined health disparities, climate change, and newly emerging infectious diseases are just a few of the pressing challenges facing public health today. Both developing and developed countries grapple with these issues. To tackle them effectively, we need well-trained public health professionals. These experts must be adept at identifying, understanding, and responding to these challenges by integrating scientific knowledge, evidence-based practice, empirical research, and implementation skills. The Master of Public Health course is designed to equip you with the awareness, knowledge, and skills necessary to address these deep-rooted and emerging health issues. This program aims to prepare you to change the trajectory of public health concerns at regional, national, and global levels. There is a growing demand, both nationally and internationally, for highly trained professionals in the evolving field of public health. This Master of Public Health degree is ideally suited for those looking to gain academic knowledge and skills in evidence-based practice, empirical research, and the implementation of research findings. The goal is to design and improve public health policies and practices effectively. By enrolling in this course, you will be prepared to meet the challenges head-on, contributing to the

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

You are also required to provide proof of proficiency in English at the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference as stipulated in section 7, paragraph 3 of theGeneral Admissions Regulations (HAWAZO)

Qualification Requirements

The admission requirements are as follows: Bachelor's or equivalent degree in International Management or International Business or in a major field of studies in economic sciences with a strong international emphasis Bachelor's degree must be based on studies with a minimum of seven semesters and at least 210 credit points in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) For graduates whose Bachelor's degree stems from a six semester programme (180 credit points): Provided that you satisfy all of the other entrance requirements and that the course is not yet filled to capacity you might be enrolled under the condition that you acquire 30 credit points (ECTS) within the first year of your Master's studies at HAW Hamburg. The student advisor for Master's studies (Studienfachberater_in) will decide which additional courses have to be taken. In order to qualify, applicants need to have successfully completed courses with a total of at least 60 credit points (ECTS) that focus on economic issues from an international perspective and the profile of the respective degree programme is classified as economics, if modules totalling at least 120 CP have been successfully completed that deal with economics content that is not predominantly industry-specific or sectoral. Proof that a written thesis worth at least 12 CP has been completed in a subject area appropriate to the focus of the Master's degree programme using scientific methods. You are also required to provide proof of proficiency in English at the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference as stipulated in section 7, paragraph 3 of theGeneral Admissions Regulations (HAWAZO)

Document Requirements

Additional documents you may submit to enhance your application (optional): Proof of employment or internship of at least 20 weeks completed outside the country of the Bachelor's degree which took place during or after the period your first professionally qualified university degree Completed an internship abroad during the period of the first professionally qualified university degree Successful completion of a module on quantitative methods in economics totalling at least 5 CP, whereby modules on mathematical and descriptive statistical principles are not creditable Successful completion of a module on empirical research methods in economics totalling at least 5 CP, whereby modules on statistical principles and quantitative methods are not creditable