Business Psychology & Management

Business Psychology & Management Online

The English Master's program in Business Psychology & Management online is designed for working professionals or people who are differently occupied and adopts a flexible, blended learning format. This program not only empowers graduates to tackle both psychological and managerial aspects of the business but also offers a deep understanding of organizational behaviour. It provides an interdisciplinary educational experience, combining insights from management science, business psychology, and organizational behaviour to create well-rounded leaders.

What sets this program apart is its focus on the psychology of human behaviour in business contexts. It examines the individual, group, and organizational levels as well as the larger societal context, providing a comprehensive view of how psychology impacts business success. The curriculum emphasizes organizational development and problem-definition and -solving skills, enabling graduates to apply psychological principles effectively in managerial roles.

Our unique blended learning concept allows students to study next to their other professional, private, and/or caretaking obligations. To successfully master the learning goals of the study program, you will spend up to 25 hours each week on flexible self-study activities, in live online sessions twice per week, and/or on campus. On-campus sessions take place once per semester on campus in Innsbruck and are scheduled in blocks of three days – Thursday to Saturday (full-day). This enables our program to be flexible but still contains personal face-to-face contact with the department and fellow students.

In addition to content knowledge and methodological skills, the program prioritizes the development of soft skills and interdisciplinary competencies. Graduates leave the program with:

• The ability to apply current concepts and tools from business science, psychology, and organizational behaviour.
• Robust management skills backed by master-level research knowledge.
• The ability to think abstractly and approach challenges with a structured and scientifically grounded methodology.

The end result is a graduate who possesses not just the requisite managerial skills but also a holistic understanding of business dynamics and human behaviour. This blend of expertise offers a unique advantage, equipping leaders to navigate the complexities of modern business environments with strategic foresight and effective leadership.

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The study program covers the following modules:
Fundamentals of Business Psychology, Understanding & Leading Organizations, Applying Business Psychology in an Organizational Context, Contemporary Business Perspectives, Professional Competence Development, Academic Research & Integrative Revision, Thesis & Final Exam.

Professional Opportunities

The unique blend of business psychology and management in our curriculum opens doors to an array of industries. Graduates find meaningful careers in the industrial, trade, service, and tourism sectors as well as in the public arena sector. If the 9-to-5 grind isn't your style, you have the flexibility to become a self-employed entrepreneur. Our program cultivates entrepreneurial leaders who think and act responsibly.

This Master’s program is your gateway to various advisory and managerial roles across businesses of all sizes. You will be equipped to lead in:

• • Large enterprises and Small to Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)
  • Project Management
  • Human Resources Management
  • Organizational Development
  • Business Consulting
  • Change Management