Overview

The Human Resources Management and Leadership MA programme from the CBS International Business School you acquire all the essential teaching contents, which belong to a Business Master. These include Business Economics, Corporate Governance, Value-Based Management, and Sustainable Supply Chain Management. Elective subjects offer a further individualization option.

Careers and opportunities

A Master's degree in Human Resource Management & Leadership offers you diverse career opportunities in both companies and self-employment, thanks to its interdisciplinary and practical approach. Our graduates work in the following positions, among others:

HR Manager / Personnel Manager

HR Business Partner

Recruiter / Talent Acquisition Specialist

HR Development Manager / Personnel Developer

Change Manager / Transformation Manager

Organizational Developer

Diversity & Inclusion Manager

Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Consultant in HR, Strategy, and Change Management

Entrepreneurship in HR and business consulting

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business Economics

Strategic Analysis & Management

Innovation Management & Digital Transformation

Intercultural HR & Diversity Management

International Labour Law & Business Ethics

HR Development & Coaching

HR Research Techniques & Metrics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

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The School accepts applications all year round. However, due to the limited study places at CBS, an early application is recommended.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Köln, Germany
Potsdam, Germany

Disciplines

Human Resource Management Leadership View 14 other Masters in Human Resource Management in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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92

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Other requirements

General requirements

A first academic qualification (e.g., Bachelor) with a minimum of 180 ECTS-Credits from a recognized university.

A final grade of at least "good".

Applicants who have not attained this grade must take a separate entrance examination.

The degree should be business-related.

CV in Tabular Format

Proof of Study Achievements: Official academic transcript of records and, if applicable, the certificate of your first academic degree (e.g., Bachelor).

Letter of Motivation: 1-2 DIN A4 pages answering the question: “How do you view your vocational future after your studies at CBS?”

Copy of Your Passport (and residence permit, if available).

Proof of English Proficiency

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

15840 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7920 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

11460 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5730 EUR per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Köln

831 - 1291 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

EU/EEA

Living costs for Köln

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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