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Department for Management and Business

Business Transformation Master (PT)

Study track of the Master degree programme International Industrial Management
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In today’s industry, transformation processes are essential in order to remain competitive and adapt to constantly changing market requirements. Rapid technological progress, globalisation and the increasing importance of sustainability require companies to continuously adapt and renew their strategies and business models. In order to meet these requirements, we are expanding our range of study programmes to include the Business Transformation study track. In addition to the existing specialisations in digitalisation and supply chain management, this specialisation offers students a comprehensive education in the core areas of modern corporate management. By analysing and accompanying real transformation processes, students gain valuable practical knowledge that is directly applied and deepened through close cooperation with companies.

In today’s industry, transformation processes are essential in order to remain competitive and adapt to constantly changing market requirements. Rapid technological progress, globalisation and the increasing importance of sustainability require companies to continuously adapt and renew their strategies and business models. In order to meet these requirements, we are expanding our range of study programmes to include the Business Transformation study track. In addition to the existing specialisations in digitalisation and supply chain management, this specialisation offers students a comprehensive education in the core areas of modern corporate management. By analysing and accompanying real transformation processes, students gain valuable practical knowledge that is directly applied and deepened through close cooperation with companies.

Academic Degree
DiplomingenieurIn (DI)
Mode of Study
Part-time / 4 Semester / 120 ECTS
Language of instruction
Deutsch, English
Head of Degree Programme
FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Martin Tschandl
Campus
Kapfenberg
Institute
Industrial Management
Application Date Start Wintersemester
11.09.2024

Admissions

Before you start your degree programme you have to apply and go through the admissions procedure. Here you can read up on this and find the most important dates and deadlines.
Admissions

My Studies

Here you can find everything you need to know about the course: course content, student and research projects, the semester and internship abroad, and the teaching staff.
My Studies

After Graduation

Many different occupational fields and career opportunities are open to you as a graduate of our degree programme. Find out here what you can do.
After Graduation

Focus areas

Key topics

Smart Production Lab

Combining work & studies

Did you know, …

… that we make it easier for you to study?

Depending on your previous studies, we offer different introductory courses at the start of the programme. For those with a technical degree there are industrial engineering-orientated modules and for those with an industrial engineering degree there are technical modules.

Did you know, …

… that the “International Industrial Management” degree programme in the “Business Transformation” study track guarantees a good work-life balance?

The programme is designed in such a way that most courses take place on Friday afternoons, Saturdays all day and in block weeks. Some courses take place online in the evenings. This flexible organisation allows for an optimal combination of study and work.

Did you know, …

… that you’ll graduate with the academic degree of Diplomingenieur/Diplomingenieurin (DI) in four semesters?

We ensure the degree programme covers all the subject areas you need and is organised so that you can maintain a healthy balance between family, work and studies.

Did you know, …

… that artificial intelligence is predicted to affect up to 75% of today’s professions?

Our industrial engineers therefore learn how to use AI tools and analytics in order to be optimally prepared for the requirements of the future. This knowledge is applied in a manner typical of industrial engineering and is intended to initiate changes throughout the entire company and in the value chain. During your studies, you will learn the necessary leadership and management skills to successfully implement these changes.

Did you know, …

… that this study track teaches you to develop innovative approaches and drive change?

Business Transformation complements the focus areas of digitalisation and supply chain engineering. Students learn to scrutinise traditional business models, manage innovation and successfully implement change. Practical teaching and projects as well as collaborations with leading companies offer insights into real transformation processes and prepare students to act as a driving force in the digital transformation.

Did you know, …

… that you can acquire specific management expertise for future managers with us?

Our programme expands your knowledge in the areas of “General Management”, “Supply Chain Engineering”, “Smart Production & Services” and “Business Transformation” and thus optimally prepares you for management positions.

Did you know, …

… that you are studying with the best?

Renowned managers from industry and business have repeatedly voted our degree programme the best industrial engineering degree programme of all Austrian universities of applied sciences.

Did you know, …

… that you will be carrying out an Industrial Research Project?

In the second semester, our students lead a project team and conduct research on current issues from national and international business practice as part of industrial Projects.

Did you know, …

… that we provide hands-on knowledge?

Our lecturers have many years of professional and management experience. Our students benefit from this expertise and can put what they have learnt directly into practice in their future careers.

Did you know, …

… that our industrial engineers have excellent career opportunities?

With your specialised technical knowledge and management expertise, you are in demand as a manager in the industry. You can also take on any interface function where it is important to harmonise technical and economic thinking.

Did you know, …

… that our Master’s programme prepares you for global deployment?

International exchange is a top priority in our degree programme. In addition to the opportunity to spend a semester abroad in the third semester, you can write your Master’s thesis abroad in the fourth semester. We also offer several one-week intensive programmes to promote intercultural exchange.

Did you know, …

… that in addition to your Business English skills, you will also develop your social and intercultural skills?

In order to be optimally prepared for the international labour market, you will learn business English at a high level. We also promote intercultural, interpersonal, intrapersonal and social skills in appropriate courses.

Did you know, …

… that you can acquire the technical knowledge you lack as part of the Bachelor’s degree programme in Industrial Management?

If you have completed a degree in Business Administration, you can acquire all the necessary ECTS credits within one year as part of a technical transition semester by successfully completing the relevant courses in the Bachelor’s degree programme in Industrial Management.

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