The Master's programme builds directly on the content of the previous Bachelor's programme, but gives you greater freedom and takes your specialist interests into account. For example, you can choose a specialisation area from a wide range of topics in the economics part of the Master's degree programme. The economics curriculum is supplemented by compulsory modules in qualitative or quantitative methods and a compulsory business internship.

The business and economics specialisation is chosen from a profile area.
 

The Management profile area can be selected:

• Marketingmanagement
• Human Resource Management und Organizational Behavior
• Strategy, Innovation and Cooperation
• Sustainability Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Management der digitalen Transformation

 The profile area Accounting and Finance can be chosen:

• Controlling
• Finance and Accounting

 The Intelligence, Logistics & Operations profile area can be selected:

• Business Information Systems & Operations Research
• Produktionsmanagement
• Logistik
• Produktions- und Logistikmanagement

 The Economics profile area can be selected:

• Environmental and Industrial Economics
• Economic Theory

The chemical part builds on the content of the Bachelor's degree programme. Here, too, you have many options to choose from:
Compulsory modules:

• Fundamentals of thermal separation technology
• Technical chemistry
• Fundamentals of bioprocess engineering
• and other compulsory elective modules such as Heterogeneous Catalysis, Process and Plant Engineering, Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Theoretical Chemistry.

Research-based learning forms an important pillar of the Master's programme with seminars, a research project and the Master's thesis.

An economic internship of 12 weeks is required for your Master's degree programme in Industrial Engineering and Management. You should be aware of this:

• The practical phase must take place in an economic context, whereby the exact areas of deployment are flexible.
• Working hours should be at least 20 hours per week. A 40-hour week does not affect the number of hours per week.
• You have the option of splitting the internship between different companies.
• You are responsible for finding suitable internships.

This internship is an integral part of your degree programme and should be completed before you graduate.
 

Are you perhaps wondering what added value a business internship can have during your WI degree programme? Let me show you why this experience is so worthwhile:

• Experience knowledge in action: You have acquired theoretical foundations as part of your WI degree programme. An internship allows you to apply this knowledge in real business scenarios and see how theory works in practice.
• Diverse insights: The world of business administration is wide-ranging, from marketing and finance to corporate strategy. During your internship, you can explore different departments and find out which area appeals to you the most.
• Clarity for your professional future: If you are still unsure about your career path, an internship can give you clarity. You will find out whether your ideas match reality.
• Make contacts: During your internship, you will have the opportunity to make valuable contacts in the industry. These contacts can help you later when you start your career.
• Strengthen your CV: Employers value practical experience. An internship can add a special touch to your CV and increase your chances for future applications.
• Develop soft skills: In addition to specialised knowledge, you can also improve your communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills - skills that are in demand in any career.
• The possibility of being taken on: Many companies see internships as a springboard for future permanent positions. Get involved during your internship, as this could open your door to long-term job opportunities.
   

Formular

If you are interested in enrolling with us, please note that you must provide proof of English language proficiency corresponding to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

If you have not obtained your study qualification at a German-speaking institution, we ask you to provide proof of sufficient German language skills before starting your studies. The exact requirements and regulations can be found in the RPTU enrolment regulations.

It is very important to us that you are as well prepared as possible for your degree programme and that you have the necessary language skills. If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
 

Thanks to their interdisciplinary skills, industrial engineers are in demand in many sectors. Master's graduates are particularly recommended for demanding tasks in specialised and management positions within business and industry. A Master's degree also entitles graduates to a doctorate and thus opens up the possibility of pursuing a career in science.

As a graduate of the Master's degree programme in Industrial Engineering and Management with a specialisation in Chemistry, you will have a wide range of career prospects. Your combination of technical understanding and business knowledge will enable you to work in various fields and industries. Here are some potential career prospects:

Process and production management: You could work in the optimisation of production processes and increasing efficiency in the chemical industry. This involves analysing processes, identifying bottlenecks and developing solutions to improve production.

Quality management: The chemical industry places great importance on quality assurance and control. You could work in this area to ensure that products meet the required standards and that quality is consistently high.

Research and development: With your technical and business background, you could work in the research and development departments of companies. This involves the development of new products, the optimisation of existing products or the search for innovative solutions.

Supply chain management: Logistics and supply chain management are crucial for the smooth flow of product deliveries. You could work in the planning, coordination and optimisation of supply chains.

Environmental and sustainability management: In times of increasing environmental awareness, environmental management plays an important role. You could work on implementing sustainable practices and technologies in the chemical industry.

Sales and marketing: Your understanding of technology and business could benefit you in the sales and marketing of chemical products. You could sell technical products and solutions and support customers in their implementation.

Project management: You could use your project management skills in large projects in the chemical industry, be it the introduction of new plants, the development of new products or the implementation of innovations.

Consulting: With your interdisciplinary background, you could work in management consultancies specialising in the chemical industry. Here you could advise companies on strategic decisions, process optimisation and technological challenges.
 

If you are interested in pursuing the Master's degree programme in Industrial Engineering and Management, you can find the entry requirements here:
You can participate in the programme if you have successfully completed the Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau. Alternatively, you can also provide proof of at least equivalent examination results, which comprise a total of at least 180 credit points (excluding practical components) and include a professionally qualifying university degree.
Please note that you must provide proof of English language proficiency corresponding to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
 

If you did not obtain your Bachelor's degree at RPTU, you must fulfil the following admission requirements:

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