European Master's in Project Management (EuroMPM) Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Learn Practical Ways to Successfully Manage Cross-Industry Projects — join the international study programme, the European Master's in Project Management (EuroMPM) at the Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts (Fachhochschule Dortmund).

Held in collaboration with our European partners, the main focus of the EuroMPM Master’s degree programme is on the development of competences in international project management, particularly for the IT and digital transformation areas. The curriculum is based upon international standards that are crucial for modern project management (IPMA, PMI, OGC, ISO, etc.).

The technical focus of the EuroMPM course is based on three fundamental pillars:

• The right toolbox – This involves standards, processes, methods, and tools of project management. The study is not limited to a particular standard (such as ICB, PMBOK, PRINCE2). Rather, the standards are the content of the study.
• Optimal synergy – This entails team-oriented project work focused on leadership, teamwork, and people. The training is focused on the practical exercise of the management of international, intercultural, and interdisciplinary (3 x "i") teams and scientific examination of the underlying sociological aspects of the management.
• Sustainability – The focus is on the project environment and the achievement of its objectives. Sustainable project management involves the content of the project as well as its stakeholders, its environment, and their reciprocal interactions. It also involves the scope, time and budget of the project to determine its execution quality.

EuroMPM students have the opportunity to participate in block courses or spend an entire semester abroad at one of our partner universities:

• University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), Spain: EuroMPM
• Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Norway: Master's in Project Management
• KU Leuven, Belgium: Postgraduate Programme in Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Engineering
• Kiev National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA), Ukraine: Project Management
• West Ukrainian National University (WUNU), Ukraine: English Language Master's programme in "Project Management”
• University of Latvia (LU), Latvia: Project Management

The European Master's in Project Management (EuroMPM) is an international Master's programme with 120 ECTS credits and has restricted admission with limited seats. The curriculum is structured across four semesters as follows:

In the first semester, students build a strong foundation with core modules such as project management basics, quality management & standards, and soft skills.

The second semester focuses on developing essential professional and digital competencies through modules like international communication, digital transformation, and leadership. Students also choose their first elective from a specialised catalogue, allowing them to start shaping their individual academic focus.

During the third semester, students deepen their specialisation by selecting further elective modules, which are offered by partner universities within the EuroPIM consortium. At the same time, students begin working on a project thesis that can either be conducted at the university or completed as part of an internship in collaboration with a company.

The programme concludes in the fourth semester with the submission of a Master’s thesis, representing the final academic milestone.

For detailed information about the course content and structure, please refer to the official Module Handbook: Course Plan for the European Master's in Project Management (PDF).

• University of the Basque Country, Bilbao, Spain
• Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway
• KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
• Kiev National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA), Kiev, Ukraine
• West Ukrainian National University (WUNU), Ternopil, Ukraine
• IMC Fachhochschule Krems, Austria
• KTU Kaunas, Kaunas, Lithuania
• University of Latvia (LU), Riga, Latvia

Project managers from a variety of companies — ranging from large multinational corporations to traditional medium-sized enterprises in the region — are regularly invited to our Master’s programme to share their practical experience through guest lectures. In addition, students have the opportunity to work on real-world projects in cooperation with these companies, gaining valuable insights into current industry practices.

The EuroMPM programme is designed as a continuation of a prior degree programme, providing fundamental knowledge in both computer science and business administration. To be eligible for admission, the following prerequisites must be met:

• A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Science and/or Project Management and/or Computer Science, or a closely related field to the European Master's in Project Management, obtained from a university, polytechnic, university of applied sciences, or an accredited professional academy
• A degree in a related field must include a curriculum that covers relevant competencies in business administration and/or project management, and/or computer science, at an appropriate scale and level.
• The final grade must be at least "good" (2.3).

A semester contribution (social contribution) must be paid by each student per semester in order to be able to start or continue their studies at Fachhochschule Dortmund.

The semester fee is in a mid three-figure EUR range. Find the current fee here.
Please find more detailed information here.

Please find some helpful information on the cost of living in Dortmund here: https://www.fh-dortmund.de/studieren/leben-und-wohnen/kosten-finanzierung.php?loc=en-US.

The Fachhochschule Dortmund provides an online job market, where students can find jobs related and unrelated to their studies, internships in Germany and abroad, Bachelor's or Master's thesis topics and graduate positions.

Please find more information here:
https://www.fh-dortmund.de/studieren/vorbereiten/studium-finanzieren/stellenmarkt.php?loc=en-US.

Students have good chances to find a paid internship or student job, especially in the third and fourth semesters.

The Fachhochschule Dortmund's International Career Service (ICS) will accompany you on your way - from initial orientation to successful entry into the German job market.

https://www.fh-dortmund.de/international/international-career-service/index.php?loc=en-US

Students can find accommodations on the private market. Rent for a single room in a student hall of residence is approx. 450 EUR.

Fachhochschule Dortmund does not have an internal accommodation office. It is the responsibility of each student to find their own accommodation.

Please find information on accommodation possibilities in Dortmund here: https://www.fh-dortmund.de/studieren/leben-und-wohnen/wohnen.php?loc=en-US.

Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts (Fachhochschule Dortmund) is future-oriented with a more than 100-year-old history. The world is changing – and our modern university is changing, too.

• Study and teaching here are geared towards practical problem-solving.
• Our highly experienced professors are cementing the link between theory and practice.
• Internationality and diversity: Engaged worldwide, we motivate our students to take at least one semester abroad at our partner universities in the EU.
• We are a family-friendly university, providing the best balance between studying and personal life.
• The university offers over 80 study options in eight faculties:

1. Computer Sciences
2. Information Technology
3. Mechanical engineering
4. Electrical engineering
5. Applied Social Sciences
6. Economics
7. Architecture
8. Design

We have years of experience in international education, successfully offering several international Master’s degree study programmes:

• Master's Embedded Systems Engineering (ESE) offered by the Faculty of Computer Sciences
• Master's Digital Transformation (MDT) offered by the Faculty of Computer Sciences
• European Master's in Project Management (EuroMPM) offered by the Faculty of Business Studies
• Master's in Digital Design (MDD) offered by the Faculty of Computer Sciences and Design

Furthermore, we offer the Ruhr Master's School.

We motivate our students to go abroad for at least one semester to extend their professional network and experience, improve the language skills and develop intercultural competences.

The Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts welcomes international students who wish to study at the Faculty of Business Studies—whether as degree-seeking students or exchange students planning to spend one or two semesters here.

The Faculty of Business Studies welcomes international students from all over the world. They usually come from partner institutions and follow a course of study agreed with their home institution, or they join our international Master's programmes as degree-seeking students.

International students have full access to all campus facilities and receive assistance from the International Office with matters such as enrolment, housing, and visa requirements. For general information, including application forms and health insurance details, please visit the following website: International Office – Dortmund University.

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