Master of Science Political Management
KMU Akademie
Key Information
Campus location
Linz, Austria
Languages
German
Study format
Distance Learning
Duration
4 semesters
Pace
Part time
Tuition fees
EUR 9,800 *
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Introduction
The part-time distance learning Master of Science (MSc) in Political Management creates the basis for professional activity in public institutions, for example as an employee or mandatary at municipal, state or parliament level. In order to equip the students with the appropriate knowledge and skills, not only basic knowledge of business administration and economics is taught, but also politically relevant skills in particular. This includes content such as government policy, political management and marketing, election campaign management and press work.
Graduates of the Master of Science (MSc) in Political Management are qualified to take on responsible tasks in political organizations. For this reason, distance learning is aimed in particular at employees in public administration, political parties, non-profit organizations and in the communications sector.
Network meetings (discussions, lectures, workshops) can be attended as part of the part-time distance learning Master of Science (MSc) in Political Management. The aim of these meetings is to gain concrete insight into political practice.
In the part-time Master of Science (MSc) course at Middlesex University / KMU Akademie , the focus is just as much on economic aspects as on people themselves. Depending on their specialization, our students are qualified after successful completion of their studies to take on responsible management tasks in companies, in political organizations or in public administration to perceive
In addition to a bachelor's degree, an MBA degree with various specifications and a doctoral degree, KMU Akademie & Management AG has also been offering a Master of Science (MSc) distance learning course in cooperation with Middlesex University in London since 2011. After completing their studies, graduates are awarded their title by Middlesex University. The KMU Akademie is responsible for supervising the studies and organizing the distance learning course.
Your advantages
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- Matriculation at the highly respected Middlesex University (QAA accredited)
- Internationally recognized academic title
- Independent of time or location
- Part-time
- Accredited by the Agency for Quality Assurance through Accreditation of Study Programs (AQAS)
- Module documents on online portals
- 120 full ECTS
- Language of instruction German
- Entry possible at any time
- Also possible without Matura/Abitur
- Title Master of Science (MSc) can be carried out or certified
recognition
Prospective students are guaranteed that the post-secondary educational institutions are recognized according to the regulations of their country of origin and that the courses offered and any academic degrees awarded also have legal effect in the educational institution's country of origin.
The Master of Science (MSc) course has been accredited by the Agency for Quality Assurance through the Accreditation of Courses (AQAS).
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Curriculum
modules
- Business law
- Economics
- financial management
- International Relations
- Political Science and Policy Analysis
- sustainability management and politics
- Government Policy & Parliamentarism
- Political marketing in the election campaign & election campaign management
- Political Communication & Politainment
Master thesis
The master's thesis is a main part of the master's program. The work comprises at least 70 to 100 pages. The topic can be chosen freely, should ideally come from the work environment of the student and include practice-oriented research. The topic must be agreed with the supervisor and registered with the study department. The planned processing time for the master's thesis is usually three to six months. After the written elaboration, an oral defense (presentation/discussion) is planned.
exams
Depending on the module, various exams are planned in the form of online open book exams and/or assignments (analysis, case studies, essays or term papers). For online open book exams, we offer several exam dates each year. Submissions can be requested at any time. Both forms of examination can be worked out from home with a PC/laptop in compliance with the guidelines.