Admission requirements

Note! Part-time study is only possible in discipline I.

Prerequisite: a university degree in Business Education and Management Training or a related field. A further requirement is the proof of the following knowledge:

Suitable candidates
a) have a Bachelor's degree in economic sciences with a major in Business Education and Management Training in the field of study of economic sciences or the field of study of Business Education and Management Training from TU Dresden or
b) a university degree recognised as being equivalent for which at least 90% of achievements have been acquired at a state-recognised university and
c) can prove the acquisition of at least 15 credits (ECTS) of not intersecting content from the area of Business Education and Management Training and of at least 51 credits (ECTS) from the following course catalogue:
• Economic sciences of at least 42 credits (ECTS) of not intersecting content from the area of
• Mathematics, statistics, law and quantitative/qualitative procedures of at least 9 credits of not intersecting content (ECTS).

If English is chosen as subject specialisation within the framework of this Master's programme, a language aptitude test is required. Graduates of TU Dresden in the Bachelor's programmes Business and Economics with the subject qualification Englisch, Linguistics, Literature and Cultural Studies with main subject English or American Studies and teacher training courses for general or vocational schools with English as a teaching subject are excempt from this test.

• Admission requirements for field of study II,
• Subject qualification German, knowledge of a foreign language is demonstrated by the completion of the basic course at level B2 of the of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

• Subject qualification English:
1. a first recognised university degree that qualifies for a profession in Bachelor's course Business Education and Management Training or Economic sciences with English as a subject qualification or subject and
2. the passing of an aptitude test according to the Rules of Procedure for the Aptitude Test [Eignungsfeststellungsordnung]. Details are regulated in the Rules of Procedure for the Aptitude Test [Eignungsfeststellungsordnung] (Rules of Procedure for the Aptitude Test for the subject specialisation English in the Master's degree course Business Education and Management Training).
3. knowledge of a foreign language, demonstrated by the completion of the basic course at level B2 of the of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

• Subject qualification French, knowledge of a foreign language is demonstrated by the completion of the basic course at level B2 of the of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Aptitude assessment procedure

The participation in an aptitude assessment or selection procedure is a prerequisite for enrollment in this degree program. Please note that the deadline for submitting an application may be earlier than the application deadlines for the degree program (see above under application deadlines). The following links will provide you with information on all documents to be submitted within the specified deadline and on the relevant regulations.

• Information and documents to be submitted
• Notes and Rules of Procedure for the Aptitude Test (Eignungsfeststellungsordnung) on the webpage of the faculty

German language requirements

International applicants and German applicants with a foreign university entrance qualification are kindly advised to read the requirements for German-language courses.

Notes on the application process

If, at the time of application, proof of the first degree qualifying the applicant for a profession is not yet available, the application will be considered under the precondition that 80% of the credit points attainable for the degree have already been achieved based on completed module examinations or the final thesis and the colloquium (if applicable). A certification from the awarding institute of higher education (examination office) serves as proof of the above-mentioned academic achievements. You can find the appropriate form on the Admissions Office website.

General information about the degree program

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Business Education and Management Training is an interdisciplinary degree program that unites economics, educational science and pedagogy. During your studies you will acquire profound knowledge in economic fields, such as business administration, economics and management, as well as in business education and psychological fields, such as economic didactics, teaching and learning theories and curriculum development. The program combines theoretical and practical elements and allows you to apply and reflect on your theoretical knowledge in practice (e.g. in internships or projects).

Study contents

Business Economics and Management Training can be studied in either study track I or study track II.

Study track I has a strong focus on business and economics. Your choice of modules includes business education, business administration and economics, methods and procedures, research design and supplementary qualifications.

Study track II combines business and economics with one of the following general education subjects (qualifying subjects): German, English, Ethics/Philosophy, French, History, Computer Science or Mathematics. The degree in study track II is a mandatory requirement to enter the teacher training program (Referendariat) in Saxony and subsequently become a teacher at a state vocational school.

In both study tracks, you can set your own focus according to your individual interests and thus shape your profile. You can choose modules from various profiles, e.g. Accounting and Finance, Learning and Human Resource Management, Management and Marketing, Operations and Logistics Management, and Sustainability Management and Energy Economics. Learn more about the profiles via the links behind their names!

The Master’s degree program in Business Education and Management Training follows a learning-centered approach and focuses on your active participation in the teaching-learning process. Seminars, exercises and internships are therefore the predominant forms of teaching and learning - preferably in rather small, learning-intensive groups.

The total workload for both study tracks equals 120 credit points. The program concludes with the Master's thesis, which involves the independent scientific study of a business education related research question. Methodologically as well as thematically, you will be supported by modules in the field of research design and by a supervisor from the chair.

Please visit the website of the program for more detailed information on its structure and content!

Stay abroad

Staying abroad is always a benefit, whether for a semester, an internship or a language course. You will improve your subject specific knowledge as well as your language skills, establish new contacts and friendships, get to know other cultures and much more.

TU Dresden and the Faculty of Business and Economics will support you along the way. You can find more detailed information about stays abroad in the international section of the Faculty’s website and on the International Office website.

Occupational fields

As a graduate of the Master's degree program in Business Education and Management Training, there is a wide range of career opportunities, regardless of your chosen study track. You can work in educational institutions, companies or other organizations as teacher, trainer or human resources manager. Furthermore, you can take on management positions in all core areas of companies (finance and accounting, corporate planning, controlling, marketing and sales, production and logistics, organization and human resources) and are also well prepared for self-employment. With an excellent degree, the path to academia in the form of a doctorate is also an option.

Study documents

The official announcements of TU Dresden include all published regulations . Please use the search bar to find the document you need: Official proclamation

The regulations are also available on each institution’s website.

Contacts

Admissions Office

Faculty of Business and Economics

International Office

Additional information