MSc International Information Systems (IIS) at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)

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The Master of Science in International Information Systems is a four-semester programme for young, talented students who aim to attain challenging management positions in globally operating high-tech firms. Excellent learning and working conditions prepare students for an international career in business with a strong focus on managing international information systems. The programme is appropriate for students who are interested in information technology and its role in todayâ€™s business environment, irrespective of the academic field chosen during their undergraduate studies. Each year around 80 students enrol in the Masterâ€™s programme, of whom about 50% are international. So far, these international students have come from 37 different countries from all over the world. Graduates of the Masterâ€™s degree programme have started their careers at international enterprises like Accenture, Siemens, or adidas; have done research; or have become self-employed by founding a start-up. The salient features of the programme are: Open for students with a Bachelor's degree inÂ business administration,Â management, economics, computer science, information systems, or an IT-related engineering course (Pure engineering degrees are not acceptable.) Joint offering of the SchoolÂ of Business and Economics (in Nuremberg)Â and the Department of Computer Science (in Erlangen)Â â€“Â classes will take place atÂ both locationsÂ (Please refer to the faculties pageÂ for more information.) The teaching language is bothÂ GermanÂ andÂ English. Important:Â If you have a background in business administration, management, or economics, you will haveÂ two mandatory informatics classesÂ in GermanÂ as part of your introduction (please refer to programme structureÂ for more information.) Clear focus onÂ international aspectsÂ of Information Systems 120 ECTSÂ (European Credit Transfer System) Programme beginsÂ eachÂ winter semesterÂ (It is not possible to register in the summer semester.) The modular structure permits up to two semesters abroad (One semester abroad is mandatory;Â this applies toÂ all students!)