Digital Factory and Operational Excellence – Master of Science in Industrial Engineering and Management Bavarian University of Business and Technology (HDBW)

100% English for lectures and Master's thesis

Digital transformation is a central topic today, especially in the field of logistics and production. The spectrum of topics that companies have to deal with in order to survive in national and international competition ranges from smart logistics and big data to process simulation and Industry 4.0.

The Master's programme in Digital Factory and Operational Excellence at HDBW in Munich will qualify you for this important and promising field.

Enrol now for this Master of Science in Industrial Engineering programme – it covers digital influences and methods for fundamental analyses and manufacturing organisation of production process, logistics and global supply chain management.

What you can expect in this HDBW programme:

• Small classes encouraging active participation
• Close interaction with outstanding professors with extensive industry experience
• Interdisciplinary courses and development of job-related soft skills
• Focus on real-world practice using state-of-the-art methods

This full-time Master's programme has a duration of three semesters. Conversely, the part-time Master's programme in Digital Factory and Operational Excellence covers the same courses but extends them over five semesters.

Domestic and EU applicants:

• 14 March for summer semester
• 30 September for winter semester

Non-EU applicants:

• 15 January for summer semester
• 31 July for winter semester

• 790 EUR per month for full-time study
• 480 EUR per month for part-time study

No additional registration fee for domestic and EU applicants. 100 EUR registration fee for non-EU applicants.

All course materials and examination fees are included.

First semester:

• Business Planning, Finance and Entrepreneurship
• Business Analysis and Optimisation Processes
• Big Data, Analytics, Business Intelligence
• Work Science
• Agile Project Management in International Project Teams
• Production Strategy and Manufacturing in Global Networks

Second semester:

• Employee Management and Change Management
• Lean Production and Production Optimisation
• Digital Value Chain and Smart Logistics
• Project Work
• Global Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Global Procurement Sourcing
• Decision Theory and Key Performance Indicator Development

Third semester:

• Digital Factory Planning and Process Simulation
• Introduction to Cyber Security
• Master's thesis
• Master's thesis final exam

4,740 EUR

• 790 EUR per month for full-time study
• 480 EUR per month for part-time study

No additional registration fee for domestic and EU applicants. 100 EUR registration fee for non-EU applicants.

All course materials and examination fees are included.

• 97 EUR per semester – compulsory contribution for the Munich and Upper Bavaria Student Union
• 43 EUR per month (optional) – for the use of regional public transport across all of Germany

• Minimum of 600 EUR rent per month for a shared room in and about Munich,
  plus
• 600 EUR estimated minimum costs per month for personal expenses

Completed Bachelor’s degree in:

• Industrial Engineering
• Management / Business Studies with focus on Logistics or Supply Chain Management
• Production Management
• Logistics Management 
• Business Informatics / Computer Science
• Mechanical Engineering or comparable subjects

"Pre-Master" for a Bachelor's degree obtained outside the EU

• In case of a non-EU Bachelor's degree, a Pre-Master is compulsory: one semester prep course for academic skills and German language and culture classes.
• However, full recognition is possible with a matching Bachelor's degree and more than three years of work experience.

ECTS

• 210 ECTS
• For a Bachelor's degree with 180 ECTS, individual agreements will be made before the start of the Master's programme to obtain the missing ECTS.

English proficiency language level B2, please submit:

• A certificate of a recognised language test like TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC and also FCE, CPE, BEC or
• An official confirmation from your former university that your Bachelor's degree was taught in English.

Basic knowledge of German is not required, but it naturally helps with daily life in Germany and will be beneficial for the domestic job market.

Laptop, webcam, headset, Wi-Fi

Platforms provided by HDBW: MyCampus, Moodle, Office 365 with MS Teams, online library

Domestic and EU applicants:

• 14 March for summer semester
• 30 September for winter semester

Non-EU applicants:

• 15 January for summer semester
• 31 July for winter semester

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Numerous part-time job opportunities are available during studies in Munich, contingent upon your visa status permitting it.

The city hosts a multitude of international companies and their offices, including Google, Microsoft, The Walt Disney Company, alongside the headquarters of German companies like Allianz Insurances, BMW, Flixbus, Siemens, Münchner Rück, etc.

There are no student accommodations available through HDBW.

Please refer to the HDBW webpage on student housing in Munich.

With our HDBW Career Center by Jobteaser, we now provide a central platform for your search for student jobs, internships, final theses and permanent positions post-graduation.

Discover exclusive job opportunities tailored for HDBW students and explore exciting partnerships with companies in the greater Munich area. Additionally, discover a variety of companies and job offers in the region, in Germany, and throughout Europe.

Interesting events for your career are also displayed, and you can find out more in the career tips section. You can also read testimonials from other students about their internship experiences at certain companies.

HDBW: Bavarian University of Business and Technology

HDBW is a private, state-accredited university of applied sciences located in Munich, Germany. Established in 2012, it offers high-quality, hands-on academic programmes in business and technology fields.

The campus is based in eastern Munich, close to the city’s international trade fair centre and easily accessible by public transport.

At HDBW, students benefit from a collaborative learning environment with small class sizes, experienced professors from industry and academia, and a strong emphasis on student engagement.

HDBW’s study programmes focus on the demands of today’s and tomorrow’s working world, combining economics, technology, and digital competencies. The university offers Bachelor’s degrees in subjects such as Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, and Business Informatics.

Its English-language Master's programmes include Digital Business Modelling and Entrepreneurship, Cyber Security, Digital Factory & Operational Excellence, and a practice-oriented MBA.

Practical relevance is a core value at HDBW. Thanks to close partnerships with companies across Bavaria and beyond, students gain real-world experience through integrated projects and networking opportunities. Personalised academic support further helps students stay on track throughout their studies.

HDBW stands out for its interdisciplinary and future-driven approach. It aims to prepare students for careers in an increasingly digital and global economy—equipping them not only with technical know-how but also with entrepreneurial thinking and soft skills essential for leadership roles.

Studying with us means shaping your future – together.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to HDBW – in Munich, the Bavarian capital in the heart of Southern Germany!

HDBW Munich
Konrad-Zuse-Platz 8
81829 Munich
Germany

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