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HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen
Master German Social Sciences

Regional Management and Business Development

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Regional Management and Business Development Master's program focuses on preparing professionals who can ensure successful regional development and discover local potentials. The program covers spatial and regional development, regional management, city marketing, municipal and trans-regional economic development, EU law and planning law, EU regional policy, business startups, subsidy management, moderation, conflict management, and sustainable development. The program is project and practice-oriented with students working in small groups of up to 20 people under individual supervision. It includes numerous field trips to Germany and neighboring European countries and opportunities to participate in applied research projects.
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The Regional Management and Business Development Master's program focuses on preparing professionals who can ensure successful regional development and discover local potentials. The program covers spatial and regional development, regional management, city marketing, municipal and trans-regional economic development, EU law and planning law, EU regional policy, business startups, subsidy management, moderation, conflict management, and sustainable development. The program is project and practice-oriented with students working in small groups of up to 20 people under individual supervision. It includes numerous field trips to Germany and neighboring European countries and opportunities to participate in applied research projects.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Regional Management and Business Development

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Regional Management and Business Development at HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen

Is Regional Management and Business Development at HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Regional Management and Business Development programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Regional Management and Business Development at HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Regional Management and Business Development?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to HAWK Hochschule Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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