Description

Contents

The Master of Science in Facility Management is modular, and each semester has a specific focus.

1. The first semester focuses on a company's support processes from the viewpoint of FM, and identifies optimisation potential.
2. In the second semester, students learn about companies' core processes. The central question at this stage is how FM can support these core processes effectively and efficiently.
3. In the third semester, the course contents of the first and second semester are incorporated into the preparation of the Master's Thesis and are complemented by students' choice of industry-specific issues and particular aspects of the international FM market.

Practice-based learning

In all three semesters scientific knowledge and methods are taught in order to promote action-oriented problem-solving skills. This practice- and project-oriented training promotes transdisciplinary and holistic thinking in FM. Intensive collaboration with partners from the field and with public authorities ensures that the Master's degree programme provides a sound preparation for the world of work.

Educational concept

The educational concept combines independent learning, (supervised or individual) with contact lessons (lectures, seminars). Participants work individually and in online networks. In the contact situations, the principles the students develop in independent study are discussed in greater depth.

With this dual teaching approach, both the dynamic educational requirements of the FM profession and the individual preferences of the students are taken into account. Exploratory learning is emphasised in that students own generation of knowledge comes to the fore during work on the Masters thesis.

Modules

Scientific Methodes and Business Skills

Scientific working methods are specifically adapted for implementation in Facility Management contexts. The skills imparted, together with managerial and technical competences, form the basis for case studies and the Master's Thesis. Topics include quantitative and qualitative survey methods, databases and statistics, and the presentation and discussion of research papers.

FM processes

The module group "FM processes" focuses on organisations support processes. Special attention is paid to current research issues in order to optimise these processes. The primary focus of each module is the relationship of the topic to the FM model, and exploration of relevant sub-areas of the FM model.

Understanding Organisations

The question of optimisation and adaptation of the FM model is always at the centre: how can FM optimally support an organisations core business?

International FM and specific FM Aspects

In the era of globalization, intercultural skills and knowledge of the international Facility Management market are essential.

Master`s Thesis

The Master's Thesis is an individual scientific work, applying the skills and knowledge acquired during the study programme to specific research questions.

Requirements

Building on the Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, a Master's degree offers students the opportunity to deepen their knowledge. Excellence is sought at masters level. Thus, an above-average university degree and / or additional evidence of achievement is expected.

Participants

The Master's programme is intended primarily for graduates with a professional degree in Facility Management at Bachelor's level.
Students with a different qualification, for example in the fields of business administration, hospitality management, civil engineering, building services engineering, architecture or other FM related studies, who can provide proof of the required entry competences will be admitted to the Master's degree programme.

Language

The lectures will mainly be held in English. English is the language of all scripts and documentation. Knowledge of English (level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Languages proficiency scale) is therefore essential for successful study. Students can choose individually whether to write their assignments in German or English.

English Language Requirements