Intercultural Communication and Management (ICM) University of Potsdam

In our increasingly interconnected world, people from different cultures and countries work together. Intercultural competences help us avoid misunderstandings and promote effective communication. Companies are also increasing their focus on diversity. To do so, it is necessary to value different perspectives and create an inclusive working environment. The English-language degree programme in “Intercultural Communication and Management” is a continuing education Master’s degree programme for students with work experience who want to grow professionally and personally and shape our globalised world. The programme aims to impart theoretical and practical knowledge from the fields of intercultural communication and management in a balanced manner.

The continuing education Master’s degree programme in Intercultural Communication and Management aims to enable students to take on management and leadership roles relating to communication within companies of various sizes on the basis of existing academic qualifications and professional experience. As part of the Master’s programme for working professionals, students will acquire fundamental knowledge and approaches in linguistics, cultural studies, and business administration as well as specific management competencies. Emphasis is placed on establishing a close link between science and practice. Technical and methodological competencies are therefore taught in an application-oriented manner.

• Intercultural Communication
• Intercultural Business Communication
• Conversation Analysis
• Applied Conversation Analysis
• English as a Global Language
• Intercultural Mediation & Conflict Management
• Communication Management
• Digital Communication, Language and Culture
• Project Management
• Change Management
• Management Skills & Negotiations
• International Management & Design Thinking
• International Marketing & Business Development
• Leadership & Human Resource Management
• Diversity Management

All information on course organisation and programme structure can be found here.

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Spring Intake: Classes starting in April

• For non-EU applicants needing a visa, the final recommended deadline is 15 January for the following summer semester.
• For those not requiring a visa, the ultimate deadline is 15 March for the following summer semester.

Autumn Intake: Classes starting in October

• For non-EU applicants needing a visa, the final recommended deadline is 15 July for the following winter semester.
• For those not requiring a visa, the ultimate deadline is 15 September for the following winter semester.

You should have at least one year of professional experience and an undergraduate degree. More information regarding the academic requirements can be found here.

There is an administrative fee that includes a semester ticket entitling you to free use of public transport all over Brandenburg and Berlin as well as regional/local trains all over Germany.
More information here

The average monthly living expenditures of students at the University of Potsdam are 941 EUR, but this can vary between 600 and 1,100 EUR, largely depending on accommodation. A more detailed list of the average monthly expenditures of our students can be found here.

Job opportunities for students alongside their studies are numerous. Depending on personal and professional skills, students can find jobs in the service sector (e.g. in restaurants, supermarkets, cinemas, museums, theatres, etc.) or work as student research assistants at the University of Potsdam or at one of the many non-university research institutions located in the area. Berlin, the capital city of Germany, is located just around the corner, and students can also find jobs there. Please see this website for further information.

The Career Service of the University of Potsdam supports students and graduates who want to actively shape their careers. The aim is to ensure comprehensive career orientation and to provide opportunities for the development of professional skills. The Career Service offers workshops, seminars, and individual counselling. There are information pages on a wide range of occupational fields as well as a database of internships and jobs. Many of the services are also available in English. For more info, visit https://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/career-service.

There are several student dormitories in Potsdam. These are administered exclusively by Brandenburg's Association for Student Affairs ("Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg"). You can apply for a room in one of these dormitories if you are under the age of 30. If you are a Master's student, you can only apply if the degree at the University of Potsdam is your first Master's programme. Additionally, there are also a few private dormitories in Potsdam, to which these conditions do not apply. However, many students prefer to find an apartment in Potsdam or Berlin, which they often share with fellow students. The housing market is very tight, so please start looking for an accommodation as early as possible.

For information on how to register for a dorm room or find accommodation elsewhere, please click here.