How long does it take to complete a MiM in Germany?

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Prateeksha Manral · Accepted Answer

The program differs in its duration depending on what one is looking for. I decided to go for the full-time program; it was a program spread out over only one year. I was excited and a little bit nervous in the beginning because the course workload was quite heavy, with lectures, group projects, and endless late-night study sessions.
Every week was packed with dense material in this accelerated format. The learning topics were really wide-ranging&hellip; from international business to organizational behavior; and the theories are always connected to actual real-world problems. Yes, it was really that intense, but the bonding with friends in the class made it more tolerable; the cram sessions and study marathons with the group, even up to late at night, really helped build long-lasting friendships.
I see some of my friends who chose to do part-time studies, and their experience is kind of different. The ability to stretch studies over two years allowed a balance between work and school. It's slower, but if you want professional experience while studying, it's advantageous. Plus, the connections they made on their jobs usually get them job offers right after graduation.
Other points to keep in mind are the encouragement of internships as part of most MiM in Germany programs, which may also extend the duration. My friend had to take an extra semester to finish up while taking worthwhile internships. Whichever your preference is a fast track or a more student-drawn timeline-achievable in Germany for its particular benefits to both!

B.K Sharma · Answer

A Master in Management (MiM) program in Germany usually lasts 1-2 years, depending on the university and the type of structure a specific program has. Almost full-time MiM programs, especially those that can be found at WHU &ndash; Otto Beisheim School of Management or ESMT Berlin, last 1.5 years to 2 years, including coursework and practical experiences like internships or projects.
The curriculum structure usually includes a modular system with the core study in the first year to be business-related concerning topics like finance, marketing, or strategy. The student may take electives, internships, or specializations in the second year according to their ambitions. Some of the institutions offer an option to expand the course length if the student wants to do a longer internship or an exchange.
Part-time options or executive MiM programs, designed for professionals, would probably take a little longer but offer working students much more flexibility.