Programme structure
Customize Your Path: Master of Science in Management and Economics at Ulm University
Design a degree that fits your career goals. The Master of Science in Management and Economics at Ulm University offers unparalleled flexibility with three core areas:
- Business Management & Law
- Economics
- Digitalisation & Data Science
Complete up to three different profiles to create a personalized academic journey, based on your interests and career aspirations.
Unlike traditional programs with rigid requirements, our master's program has no compulsory courses. Instead, you'll enjoy a diverse range of options within each core area and profile. The examination regulation only specify the total credit points (ECTS) needed for each section, giving you the freedom to structure your studies according to your preferences.
Beyond specializing in specific subject areas through profiles, you can enhance your methodological expertise through our "Advanced Quantitative Methods Track" (AQMT), which provides comprehensive training in quantitative analysis techniques.
To help you visualize potential degree pathways, we offer three sample curricula:
- Example 1: Focusing on one profile
- Example 2: Combining two profiles
- Example 3: Pursuing two profiles plus the AQMT
For effective planning, we provide a complete overview of all courses within each core area and the AQMT. Additionally, our four-semester planning guide shows all available courses and their profile allocations for the upcoming four semesters—ensuring you have the information needed to plan your entire degree program with confidence!
Elevate Your Quantitative Skills: The Advanced Quantitative Methods Track (AQMT)
Beyond profile specializations, you can further enhance your expertise through our Advanced Quantitative Methods Track (AQMT). This specialized track features carefully selected courses that apply sophisticated quantitative methods to real-world problems.
The AQMT prepares you for high-demand careers in data science and other quantitatively-focused positions, giving you a competitive edge in today's analytics-driven job market.
We offer a comprehensive selection of modules within the Advanced Quantitative Methods Track. Upon successfully completing at least 30 ECTS credits in AQMT modules during your studies, you can apply to receive a special AQMT certificate alongside your Master's degree—documenting your advanced quantitative expertise for potential employers.
Here is a list of the modules that are assigned to the Advanced Quantitative Methods Track.