Online
DURATION
18 up to 36 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 3,756 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
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Learn how to identify, recruit and nurture the most valuable resource a business can have: its workforce. In this MBA with a specialisation in Human Resource Management, you`ll double down on the workforce management aspects of business administration, and develop a deep understanding of recruitment, staff motivation and career development.
With IU, you can open doors to career opportunities all around the world. Their state-accredited programmes will equip you with industry-relevant knowledge and in-demand skills so you can stand out in the global job market. Studying at IU also gives you access to their exclusive online career services and events and connects you to their global network of academic partners so you can study in the US, Canada, or Australia.
Earn a degree in an in-demand profession and develop all of the skills you need in order to secure your professional future.
Only for Online Studies: If you are lacking ECTS credits from your previous studies, you can demonstrate professional work experience for your online degree instead.
This means you can access the One-Year programme already with 210 ECTS (if you prove one additional year of work experience) or 180 ECTS (if you can prove two additional years) from your previous studies.
Applicants whose first degree does not specialise in a business field can be admitted to our programme if their work experience is in business management. Admission to the MBA programme will then be decided on an individual basis following an interview with our academic staff.
Overall English Requirements:
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| Duration | Time Model | Monthly payments | Yearly payments | Total fees |
| 36 months | Full-time | 560 € | 6715 € | 10072 € |
| 48 months | Part-time I | 440 € | 5278 € | 10555 € |
| 72 months | Part-time II | 313 € | 3756 € | 11270 € |
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Build your career in the international job market, and help others build theirs: specialise in Human Resource Management, and learn how to utilise every business’ biggest asset – its employees.
In this special MBA programme, you’ll begin by building a solid foundation of business management and administration knowledge. You’ll then move on to dissect the makings of a successful HR management system, and see how it works as a direct continuation of management best practices.
In the later stages of your studies, you’ll acquire the necessary tools for establishing talent management and human resource development processes. You’ll work on class projects where you’ll face some of the challenges posed by small, medium-sized and large companies for HR professionals. This will be ideal preparation for your first steps in the job market following graduation, so you can take on any role with confidence.
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An exciting career path awaits you once you’ve graduated with an MBA with a specialisation in Human Resource Management. Here are some of the roles you could fulfil once you’ve earned your degree:
HR Business Partner
As an HR Business Partner, you’ll act as the first point of contact between managers and employees. You’ll advise businesses regarding labour law issues, and provide assistance to employees with any difficulty they might face when dealing with their employer. You’ll have the mandate to identify problem areas in everyday business conduct and offer solutions that would be acceptable to both staff and management.
Recruiting Manager
Hunt for new talent, and lead team recruitment efforts as an internal Recruiting Manager. Develop a strong professional network and the delicate skillset of assessing talent and compatibility. You’ll be expected to create talent pools, review job application documents and conduct initial interviews for promising talents.
People Development Manager
People Development Managers are responsible for the professional growth of employees. They work on analysing individual staff member development and coming up with the right strategy and work plan for each employee. This is balanced with keeping the employers’ interests in mind, by performing costs analysis and assuring work quality. Be the engine that drives workplace development, and help mentor, coach and direct employees towards personal and professional growth and prosperity.
 | AccreditationIU International University of Applied Sciences has received system accreditation from EQAR, FIBAA, the German Accreditation Council, the German Council of Science and Humanities, and WES Canada. This means their courses, faculty and teaching material all match the rigorous standards that have been set for them and they can now accredit their own programmes. |
 | Cambridge Assessment International Education / High School Diploma A-LevelsIU is the first online university partner of Cambridge International's high school diploma A-Levels. Students now have a chance to earn a high school diploma while studying for a bachelor’s degree – with no additional cost. The A-Levels is a unique 12-month course with a 150-hour workload, which you take alongside your bachelor courses. The A-Levels concludes with an exam that can be retaken an infinite number of times. |
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| Awards and RankingsIU is the first German university to get 99/100 on the QS Stars Report, but they also topped 6 out of 25 categories in Germany’s largest university ranking by CHE. Recently IU’s online MBA programmes ranked 26th in Europe in the prestigious QS Online MBA Rankings, an impressive achievement and recognition on the international stage. |
 | MembershipsIU is a member of the Business Graduate’s Association, Online Learning Consortium, AASCB, and UNESCO's Global Education Coalition. These memberships give them connections to other institutions, companies, and NGOs as well as top-tier degree programmes and lifelong learning development courses. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, IU helps students in need to continue their education and pursue lifelong learning. |
Global RecognitionAs IU is recognised by WES Canada and U.S., their degrees can be converted into points according to local academic standards in the Canadian Immigration Point System and American Immigration Assessment Scheme. In April 2023, IU became the first German university to be a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the only public authority in India that ascertains foreign institutions. This means that their on-campus programmes are recognised by employers across India and other Commonwealth Nations. |
Academic PartnersThrough partnerships with academic institutions from all around the world, IU offers a more affordable way for students to study and live abroad. The IU Study Abroad Alliance lets students start a degree online at IU and complete it at a partner university in the US, Canada, Australia or Europe, where career opportunities are aplenty. |
Britta Gabriel - M.A. General Management
Joining gastronovi GmbH as a project manager right after completing her studies at IU, Britta Gabriel is now a partner manager at the company. The management and independent work skills she developed during her online studies, helped her excel at her new career, where she is a part of a software solutions provider for the gastronomy sector. “Combined with practical work experience, the study programme at IU was the right choice for me.”
Lara Bergen - B.A. Business Information Systems
Lara Bergen fell in love with the world of software and computer science while working as an intern. Along with taking on further responsibilities at her place of employment, she decided to earn an online degree in business information systems. Combining studies and a full-time job, she benefited from the flexibility of online studies. She now works as Head of Consulting at BE Terna Industry Solutions GmbH. “Companies are looking for people with a degree and professional experience – with online learning, you get both!”
Tim Michel - B.A. Financial Management
While working at the management and employee participation division department at Commerzbank, Tim Michel decided to earn a degree in financial management, in order to improve his career opportunities. Shortly after completing his studies successfully, he was promoted to the role of Advisor and Project Manager at the payments & deposits division of Commerzbank. “The interaction I had with my tutors at IU gave me food for thought that helped me in my everyday working life.”
As Germany's largest university, IU International University of Applied Sciences is home to a diverse student body exceeding 100,000 individuals from over 153 countries. IU stands out by offering state-accredited, high-quality Bachelor, Master, and MBA degree programs, all delivered in English, and characterized by an innovative approach. IU's programs are highly regarded, boasting an impressive recommendation rate of 96%. They are intentionally designed to provide students with unparalleled flexibility in their educational journey.
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