Das Vollzeit-Masterstudium International Industrial Management bildet Wirtschaftsingenieur:innen aus, die an der Schnittstelle zwischen Technologie und Wirtschaft operieren

Studium: Master, Full-time
International Industrial Management (FT)

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The rapid pace of change in digital technologies and artificial intelligence, globalization, and sustainability is creating major challenges. Graduates of the Master’s degree programme in International Industrial Management are ideally prepared for this future—they can actively shape these developments and effectively manage their economic and technical teams. In the study tracks Smart Production and Services, Business Transformation, and Supply Chain Engineering, you can further specialize as a future industrial engineer (WING).

Academic Degree

DiplomingenieurIn (DI)

Mode of Study

Full-time / 4 Semester / 120 ECTS

Language of instruction

German and English

Head of Degree Programme

FH-Prof. Mag. Dr. Martin Tschandl

Campus

Kapfenberg

Department

Management and Business

Institute

Industrial Management

Current application period (for winter semester) until:

01.02.2026

Dates

Tuition fee

€ 363,36 per semester

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

Internationality

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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 you have the opportunity to take up a full-time position from the third semester onwards?

From the third semester onwards, your studies will mainly take place on Fridays and Saturdays as well as in block weeks. Some courses are online in the evenings. The first two semesters are full-time, the last two part-time – also ideal for educational leave.

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 the study track Business Transformation 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 sustainability in the supply chain is at the centre of future developments?

The Supply Chain Engineering study track prepares students to combat climate change, resource scarcity and social inequality. By integrating sustainability principles into the curriculum, they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to implement sustainable strategies in practice. This approach empowers our graduates to responsibly shape corporate supply chains and bring about positive change in business and society

Did you know, …

… that in today’s digital world, the ability to understand and analyse large amounts of data is essential?

This is particularly true for industrial engineers who work at the interface between technology and business. This is why AI and analytics form an essential part of the ‘Smart Production and Services’ specialisation. We hone your analytical skills and teach you the latest data processing technologies and methods. This will enable you to analyse complex data more efficiently, make well-founded decisions and develop innovative solutions.

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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