Faculty of Business and Economics

WI - Mechanical engineering

The Master at a glance

Course catalogue
Overview
Department:School of Business and Economics
Degree:Master of Science
Standard period of study:4 Semester
Credit points:120 ECTS
Languages:German/English
Time required:Full-time
Type of study:On-campus study programme
Study start:Winter and summer semester

Programme structure

That's what it's all about:

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:

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

 The Economics profile area can be selected:

  • Environmental and Industrial Economics
  • Economic Theory


The Mechanical Engineering programme builds on the content of the Bachelor's degree programme. Here, too, you have many options to choose from:
Measurement and control engineering are compulsory modules. In addition, you can choose from the competence field modules of the Bachelor's degree programme in Mechanical Engineering and from the compulsory modules from a maximum of two of the following six Master's degree programmes:
 

  • Product development in mechanical engineering
  • Computational Engineering
  • Automotive engineering
  • Materials science and materials engineering
  • Production Engineering
  • Mechanical engineering with applied computer science

A further 8 ECTS credits must be taken from the compulsory or compulsory elective modules of the selected Master's degree programmes.
 

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

Key data on the process

The Master's programme builds on the subject areas you already know from your Bachelor's programme and deepens the technical and business content in the curriculum to roughly the same extent. You keep your chosen technical specialisation. However, thanks to our wide range of options, you are free to put together your own individual study programme according to your interests and career plans.

To give you a real-world perspective, a business internship is a compulsory part of the programme. Here you can put your theoretical knowledge to the test in practice and gain valuable insights into the world of work. There is also the option to take part in a research project to deepen your skills in scientific work.

In terms of methodology, the four-semester Master's programme at the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics takes your personal responsibility and independence into account by switching to research-based learning: The focus here is on independent research achievements in the form of a seminar paper, a research project and your final Master's thesis.

Business internship

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:

 

  • Die praktische Phase muss in einem wirtschaftlichen Kontext stattfinden, wobei die genauen Einsatzbereiche flexibel sind.
  • Die Arbeitszeit sollte wöchentlich mindestens 20 Stunden betragen. Eine 40-Stunden-Woche beeinflusst die Wochenanzahl nicht.
  • Du hast die Möglichkeit, das Praktikum aufgeteilt bei verschiedenen Unternehmen zu absolvieren.
  • Die Suche nach geeigneten Praktikumsplätzen liegt in deiner Verantwortung.
  • Dieses Praktikum ist ein integraler Bestandteil deines Studiums und sollte vor Abschluss des Studiengangs absolviert werden.

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

Sprachkenntnisse eng

Language skills

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.

 

 

Career prospects

With a Master's degree, you are authorised to do a doctorate and qualified to take on demanding tasks in specialist and industrial engineers are in demand in many sectors thanks to their interdisciplinary skills. 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.

A graduate of the Master's degree programme in Industrial Engineering and Management in Mechanical Engineering has a wide range of career prospects that encompass both technical and business skills. Here are some possible career paths:

Production management: you could work in the planning, control and optimisation of production processes in industry to ensure efficiency, quality and cost control.

Quality management: In this role, you could ensure that products and processes meet quality standards and fulfil customer requirements.

Technical sales and customer support: Your technical knowledge could help you to sell technically complex products and support customers in their implementation and use.

Project management: You could work as a project manager in technical projects, be it in product development, the implementation of new technologies or the introduction of new systems.

Supply chain management and logistics: You could work in the coordination and optimisation of supply chains, warehousing and transport.

Research and development: You could work in research departments of companies or research institutes to develop new products, technologies or solutions.

Product management: In this role, you could manage the entire life cycle of a product, from idea to development to market launch and maintenance.

Operations management and factory planning: You could work in senior positions to manage production facilities, organise production processes and optimise operational processes.

Technology consulting and innovation: You could advise companies on how they can utilise innovative technologies to remain competitive.

Energy efficiency and sustainability: Your skills could be in demand in companies that want to implement sustainable practices and improve energy efficiency.

Start-ups and business creation: Your skills could be useful in starting your own business in the tech sector.

 

 

Admission requirements

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.

Wenn du deinen Bachelorabschluss nicht an der RPTU erworben hast, dann musst du folgenden Zugangsvoraussetzungen erfüllen:

Business Administration 30 credit points
Proof of competence in business administration areas, such as cost and revenue accounting revenue accounting, financial reporting,
production/logistics, marketing, investment and financing, human resources, organisation, taxes, Operation Research, Strategic Management

Economics 10 credit points
Proof of competence in the areas of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics
 

Studienrichtung Maschinenbau im Umfang von mindestens 88 Leistungspunkten
Mathematical and statistical methods 38 credit points
Proof of competence in the areas of
descriptive and inferential statistics, analysis, vector calculus, differential equation systems and data science

Mechanical engineering basics 50 credit points
Proof of competence in the areas of
Machine elements, technical mechanics, thermodynamics and materials science
 

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