International Management Asia-Europe
The International Management Asia-Europe program, emphasizing the issues of complexity and risk, can be completed in three semesters - or add a fourth one and obtain an optional double degree.
Why get your master’s degree in International Management Asia-Europe?
Friederike Haase
“After my interdisciplinary bachelor’s degree, I wanted to continue learning about Asia, while keeping my focus on business and economic aspects. The preparatory semester in the “International Management Asia” master’s program also gave me the opportunity to expand my profile by taking classes in business law and economics, as well as an additional Chinese language course. The practical, real-world approach, the small groups, and the many case studies from the Asian business world also suited me well.”Studies:
B.A. in International Cultural and Business Studies, University of Passau, Cultural Region: Southeast Asia with Chinese
Semester Abroad:
Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines
Foreign Internship:
German Institute, Taipei, Taiwan
Other International Experience:
Student Trainee / Internship at Rödl&Partner in Munich, Asia-Pacific Region
Master’s Degree:
Summer Semester 2018
Post master’s degree position:
Strategic Purchasing
Phuong Chi Lieu
“The master’s program was a very good fit to my previous academic background and practical experience. It gave me the opportunity to expand my intercultural experience and acquire the skills needed to work on international projects focusing on Asia - and all here on beautiful Lake Constance.”Studies:
B.A. in East Asian Studies with a specialization in Sinology and Sociology, Heidelberg University
Semester Abroad:
Chinese Culture University, Taipeh, Taiwan
Foreign Internship:
Tutored German students at the Chinese Culture University, Taipeh, Taiwan
Other International Experience:
Internship at the German Industry & Commerce Greater China, AHK Beijing
Additional:
Member of Global China Connection e.V. Heidelberg
Master’s Degree:
Summer Semester 2020
Post master’s degree position:
Supply chain manager focusing on China
Thomas Jansen
“I chose the master’s program in International Management Asia to the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz because it complemented my bachelor’s studies well. Here I could expand both my knowledge about Asia and business.”Studies:
B.A. Modern East Asian Studies focusing on Chinese language and business / economics, University of Duisburg-Essen
Semester Abroad:
National Chengchi University, Taipeh
Foreign Internship:
Perro Group (Singapore) - Online marketing and customer service; internship at the German-Chinese Business Association (DCW) in Köln
Other International Experience:
Shanghai Jioatong University
Maria Wenk
“After finishing my bachelor’s studies in Sinology and Economics, it was important for me to find a master’s program where I could expand my business and economics knowledge while maintaining the focus on Asia. I found that the master’s program in International Management Asia at the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz does a really good job of connecting these two aspects.”Studies:
Sinology & Economics (B.A.), University of Trier
Year Abroad:
East China Normal University, Shanghai
Master’s Degree:
Summer Semester 2018
Post master’s degree position:
Consultant for MPR China Certification
Dorian Chou
"I discovered my great passion for the different cultures in Asia during my bachelor’s studies at the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz. After that I decided to expand my knowledge in this area. It was only logical for me to choose this master’s program, since it builds on the bachelor’s program. The familiar environment, and the possibility of keeping up my Chinese with the students in the Business German and Tourism Management program were definitively a plus."Studies:
B.A. in Asian Studies and Management China, University of Applied Sciences Konstanz
Semester Abroad:
BLCU Beijing
Foreign Internship:
Daimler Greater China HR Department
Master’s Degree:
Summer Semester 2018
Post master’s degree position:
Sales Trainee
Valerie Ehlebracht
“After successfully completing my bachelor’s degree in International Business Administration with a regional specialization on China that included a study abroad program and internship in China, I wanted to start a master’s program that was also related to China and would give me additional knowledge about the Asian countries. The International Management Asia master’s program is definitely the right one for that. The content and emphasis of the master’s program provided me with additional qualifications in international management.Studies:
B.A. International Business Administration with regional specialization China, Furtwangen University
Semester Abroad:
Northwest University in Xi'an
Foreign Internship:
Pepperl + Fuchs Co. Ltd in Shanghai in the purchase department and production planning
Other International Experience:
Voluntary internship at the Robert Bosch Co. Ltd in Hongkong in Finance & Accounting
Master’s Degree:
Summer Semester 2019
Maren Köhler
“I wanted to stay in Konstanz after completing my bachelor’s degree in Asian Studies and Management (BAC) at the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz. The ASM master’s program offered exactly the type of content I found interesting, and it also gave me the opportunity to integrate a second Asia abroad experience into my master’s studies."Studies:
B.A. in Asian Studies and Management, regional specialization Southeast Asia
Semester Abroad:
Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Foreign Internship:
Hanns Seidel Foundation, Jakarta, Indonesia
Other International Experience:
High school exchange in New Zealand, language course in France
Master’s Degree:
Winter semester 2018/19
Post master’s degree position:
Consultant at Market & Environment
Moritz Krüger
“After my bachelor’s degree, I was looking for a program with a stronger business orientation, where I could also maintain my background in cultural and regional studies. The M.A. in International Management at the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz offered exactly what I was looking for. The program allowed me to engage with cultural and ethical issues in an international context and determine their implications for managers. I really liked the mixture of business and social science perspectives!”Studies:
Japanese Studies and Media Studies (B.A.), University of Tübingen
Semester Abroad:
Doshisha University, Kyoto
Foreign Internship:
Aoi Kyoto Stay, Kyoto – Hotel-Management; Chuo Sogo Business Consulting, Tokyo – Financial Consulting & Auditing
Master’s Degree:
Winter semester 2015/16
Post master’s degree position:
Emergency Management Specialist
Sara Diep
“After completing my studies in business, specializing in the tourism sector, I was looking for an internationally-oriented master’s program with an Asian focus. With my Chinese heritage, I’m interested in the Asian region and could imagine working there for a while. The master’s program in International Management Asia at the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz seemed to be the perfect program to gain the intercultural skills I needed to help advance my career. The possibility of doing a semester abroad in Asia was also a key factor in my decision to pursue my studies in the beautiful Lake Constance region.”Studies:
Tourism Management (B.A.), Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences Salzgitter
Foreign Internship:
All Pacific Travel Concept New Zealand (APTC NZ) in Wellington, New Zealand
Youzhou Welsen
“I chose this program because I wanted to stay in Konstanz after finishing my bachelor’s degree in Asian Studies and Management (BAC). I was happy with the faculty at the University of Applied Sciences Konstanz and I was able to expand my management background in the master’s program. One of the many highlights in the program are the travel excursions, which allow you to discover and improve your practical intercultural skills.”Studies:
B.A. in Asian Studies and Management / China, University of Applied Sciences Konstanz
Semester Abroad:
Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, Guangzhou
Foreign Internship:
Melchers, Guangzhou
Master’s Degree:
Summer Semester 2018
Post master’s degree position:
Assistant Manager, Wealth Management Greater China
Johanna Dreßen
“It made sense to continue my studies in Konstanz after finishing my B.A. (Chinese and Management) because the content of the program builds upon the bachelor’s degree. I see my professional future in international business, and the focus of the master’s program was a great fit: Management in the Asian economic region, along with complexity and risk management. I feel ideally prepared for my future career thanks to the diverse academic backgrounds of my fellow students and the variety of presentations, projects and critical discussions."Studies:
B.A. in Asian Studies and Management / China, University of Applied Sciences Konstanz
Semester Abroad:
Jiaotong University Shanghai
Foreign Internship:
English teacher (China)
Other International Experience:
High school semester abroad (USA)
Master’s Degree:
WiSe 17/18
Post master’s degree position:
Project Management Trainee