Master 1 subject

Management and Economics, Master 1 subject

What kind of goods should enterprises manufacture and what should the selling price be?
How does one coordinate team work among thousands of employees in large corporations?
Which kind of data do executive staff require to identify and solve problems?
Which are the advantages and hazards of globalisation?
How can successful commercial operations be reconciled with environmental protection?

The RUB provides subject-specific training at a very high level; I was able to implement the acquired knowledge during my internships.

– Alexander Müller, Bachelor's degree

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Degree	Master of Science
Start	Winter- and summer semester
Duration	4 semesters
Classroom language	German, English

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What's it all about?

This degree programme is unique, because ...

it provides an understanding of both political economics and business management as well as of substantial methodological competencies.

It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...

Taxes/Auditing
Environmental economics
Marketing/sales
Development economics

Course schedule

Module handbook

Who is suited?

Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,

have:

Bachelor's degree in an economics-related field
excellent English-language skills

enjoy:

dealing with economic issues, from car export to the organisation of the tax system

struggle through:

mathematic and statistical principles of the modern economy

This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects

Management and Economics, B.Sc.
Economics
equivalent degree courses

Graduates from this degree programme frequently work

as tax accountant/auditor
as corporate consultant
as political consultant
as economic researcher

And else?

An internship ...

is optional.

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily.

Where do I find help?

Academic advisory office

Kim Docter, M. A.
Building, Room: GD 03/229
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-22762
Email: wiwi-studium@rub.de
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Wirtschaftswissenschaft
Building, Room: GD 03/165
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-27854
Email: fsi@rub.de
Website Fachschaft

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Bachelor 1 subject

Alexander Müller is a second-year student of Management and Economics. He is pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree.

What made you choose this degree programme?

After finishing training as a banker, I wanted to further deepen my expertise.

In which respect have or haven’t your expectations been fulfilled?

The RUB provides subject-specific training at a very high level; I was able to implement the acquired knowledge during my internships with good results. All-rounders are offered a huge number of options – my expectations have not been met insofar as I don’t see enough options to specialise. But that’s what the master’s degree is for!

Which aspect of your degree programme do you enjoy most?

The time I spent with my fellow students, “finance and accounting” and the GC-Mania, of course [party organised by Management and Economics students that takes place once per semester]!

What has been your biggest challenge to date?

The exam phases, no question about that! I would like to take the opportunity to apologise to my friends who never get to see me during those phases (laughs)!

What would you like to become after completing your degree?

Many doors are open to Management and Economics graduates. I can picture myself working in the area of mergers & acquisitions.

Which advice would you like to give to students who consider enrolling in this degree programme?

Check out various study programmes offered at different universities. Imagine you’ll come to a university where it’s impossible for you to immerse yourself in those subjects that you’re interested in. It takes time to find the university that suits you, but show some stamina and you will master that challenge. My other advice is to not leave revision until exams are upon you, as this will not suffice to pass them. Hang in there and give it your all! Once you’ve successfully completed the basic phase, you are given the opportunity to set up your own schedule – you are 100% free to choose the subjects you want, thus deepening your knowledge in those fields that interest you. Good luck!