MSc Innovation, Business and Sustainability (MIBAS) University of Hamburg

The programme is taught entirely in English. Elective courses in German may also be chosen by students who speak German.

Study business, sustainability and innovation in Hamburg

The MSc Innovation, Business and Sustainability (MIBAS) at Universität Hamburg is a unique international Master’s programme that prepares you to become a leader in sustainable and responsible management at Germany's university ranked number one for sustainability (QS). Over the course of two years, the programme spans the ethical, environmental, social and political aspects of society and business today, providing a launching pad for a career at the forefront of innovative and sustainable business – or in academia.

With MIBAS, you’ll learn how to channel your passion for sustainable business into creating value for companies and society. Expect to:

• gain in-depth theoretical knowledge in the fields of management, sustainability, innovation, finance and accounting
• develop your skills in ethical problem solving and critical thinking
• study alongside highly motivated students from around the world, developing your intercultural skills and global network

and much more!

MIBAS is a full-time, two-year (120 ECTS) Master's programme held in person in Hamburg.

The application period runs from 15 February to 31 March for studies starting in October. It is only possible to apply for the programme during this period, but you can apply to have your previous foreign studies recognised at any earlier time.

Please see the programme website for further details on how to apply.

The programme includes a wide range of core courses and electives.

The first semester is devoted to covering basic theoretical knowledge in business management and research methodology. The second and third semesters offer advanced courses in innovation, sustainability and knowledge exchange in management, sustainability in management and sustainable finance and accounting. The last semester is devoted to your Master's thesis.

For a comprehensive course overview, visit the programme website.

It is possible to spend one or two semesters abroad at a partner university.

No tuition fees

Universität Hamburg charges no tuition fees. A so-called semester contribution of about 340 EUR is charged each semester, including a public transport pass.

Without additional costs for further insurances, private vehicles, etc., you ought to expect the following expenses:

• housing: approx. 400 to 700 EUR per month
• living expenses: approx. 500 to 700 EUR per month

For all details on admissions and entry requirements, please visit the programme website.

For all details, please visit the programme website.

The application period runs from 15 February to 31 March for studies starting in October. It is only possible to apply for the programme during this period, but you can apply to have your previous foreign studies recognised at any earlier time.

Please see the programme website for further details on how to apply.

International students at Universität Hamburg can apply for a merit scholarship during their studies and a degree completion grant during the final study phase. The federal state of Hamburg provides most of the funding for these scholarships and grants. There is no legal entitlement to funding.

Read more on the UHH website.

Are you looking for a part-time job? Stellenwerk, Hamburg's cross-university job platform posts attractive job and internship advertisements every day.

Part-time work, an internship, or self-employment—the Counselling Centre for Social & International Affairs (BeSI) advises you on all aspects of social security.

Students from countries outside the EU, the EEA, and Switzerland are subject to special regulations for part-time work when studying. Contact the Counselling Centre for Social & International Affairs for more information.

There are several job opportunities in diverse areas of Universität Hamburg. Many of these jobs are offered exclusively to students enrolled at the university. For job ads of this kind, check out departmental bulletin boards, departmental websites, www.stellenwerk.de (wanted ads for Hamburg’s universities), or ask directly in your department.

• tutors
• student assistants (in the academic area) and student employees (in the administrative area)
• library assistants
• test subjects for studies conducted in the fields of psychology or in the social sciences

Are you searching for an apartment or a room? Although affordable housing in Hamburg is rare, please do not despair. Patience and luck will help you find suitable accommodation.

Start looking for accommodation as soon as you can. For more information on how to find accommodation, please visit: Finding accommodation in Hamburg.

For more information on how to find accommodation and how to plan your first steps in Hamburg, please see: https://www.uni-hamburg.de/piasta/beratung/doc/willkommen.pdf.

The UHH Department of International Affairs offers comprehensive international student support. In addition to professional advising and counselling, there is close cooperation with other advisory and counselling services at the university.