Intercultural Business Psychology

Subjects: Business;Psychology

M.Sc. | Master of Science

Course description

The economy thrives on the efforts of diverse individuals. People from various cultural backgrounds and countries, each with unique ideas and goals, shape it. The Master’s program in Intercultural Business Psychology, taught in English, aims to grasp these global interactions practically and foster intercultural understanding. Our interdisciplinary approach equips you with a broad perspective on the challenges faced by globally active companies, whether in international cooperation or amidst demographic shifts. With the right strategies, you can significantly contribute to problem-solving and drive success. In this program, you will delve into study subjects that cover a wide range of topics essential for understanding and navigating the complexities of international business. This comprehensive education ensures you are well-prepared to address and overcome the obstacles that arise in a globalized economy. By focusing on practical applications and real-world scenarios, we prepare you to make meaningful contributions to any organization. Your ability to understand and bridge cultural differences will be a valuable asset in fostering effective collaboration and achieving business goals. Join us in the Master’s program in Intercultural Business Psychology and become a key player in the global economy. Your journey towards making a significant impact starts here.

Application Requirements

Language Requirements

(4) A further requirement for admission to the Master's program "Intercultural Business Psychology" is proof of sufficient knowledge of the English language at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages by means of a corresponding certificate.

Qualification Requirements

(1) Prerequisite for admission to the Master's program "Intercultural Business Psychology" is a vocational qualification in the "Intercultural Business Psychology (B. Sc.)" program at Hochschule Hamm-Lippstadt (HSHL) or in a comparable study program with a standard period of study of at least 7 semesters, which has been successfully completed with a Bachelor of Science (B. Sc.) or a comparable qualification; the previous study program must have a minimum of 210 credit points (ECTS) and must have been completed with a minimum grade of 2.5. (2) A psychological or economic-psychological study program at a university in Germany or abroad that meets the following criteria is considered technically comparable within the meaning of paragraph (1): 20 credit points (ECTS) in basic disciplines of psychology (thematic fields: General Psychology 1, General Psychology 2, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Differential and Personality Psychology, and Biological Psychology), and 30 credit points (ECTS) in methodology (of which at least 10 ECTS were earned in diagnostics, test design or factor analysis, and 10 ECTS in statistics, econometrics or quantitative methods, and 10 ECTS in scientific research, such as a bachelor thesis or qualitative empirical research), and 20 credit points (ECTS) in basic disciplines of economic studies (thematic fields: General Business Administration; Economics, Organizational Theory, Marketing, Finance, Accounting). (3) If the previous study program meets the mandatory criteria according to paragraph (2), but only accounts for 180 ECTS in total, the student may, under certain conditions, take additional modules of the bachelor's degree program "Interkulturelle Wirtschaftspsychologie" at HSHL to compensate for the missing credits. A requirement for this option is proof of sufficient knowledge of the German language at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages by means of a corresponding certificate. (4) A further requirement for admission to the Master's program "Intercultural Business Psychology" is proof of sufficient knowledge of the English language at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages by means of a corresponding certificate. Please refer to the currently valid version of the “Fachprüfungsordnung IBP” for detailed information.