Labor Market and Human Resources
Labor Market and Human Resources (M.Sc.)
The Master in Labor Market and Human Resources offers a high-quality interdisciplinary education dedicated to diverse topics related to the labor market and the world of work. As a result, you will attain high job opportunities in science and research, human resources and organizational development, economic and political consulting, and much more.
Please note: The Master’s degree programme will be discontinued in the winter semester 2025/26. No students will be admitted to or enrolled on this course for the first or higher semesters from the start of the winter semester 2025/26 at the latest.
- Degree
- Master of Science
- Duration of studies in semester
- 4
- Start of degree program
- Winter semester
- Study location
- Nuremberg
- Number of students
- 1-50
- Subject group
- Economic and Social Sciences, Law
- Teaching language
- German and English
- Admission Requirements
- Qualification assessment
- Keywords
- Society, Market Research, Business And Economics, Personnel, Personnel Development, Economics, Business
What is the degree program about?
This research-oriented degree program examines the many aspects of the labour market, the working world and human resources from various perspectives. It focuses in particular on an economic and social analysis of the structures, processes and impact of the labour market. It has a strong empirical and interdisciplinary perspective. Acquisition of subject-specific skills in several disciplines of economics and social sciences is a key aim of the degree program.
During their studies, students are quickly introduced to relevant current international research. Furthermore, as they are taught a range of methodological skills, they gain the ability to conduct independent empirical analyses. You learn to solve problems independently and in a group, and to communicate and implement your solutions. You are taught how to carry out independent academic work and participate skilfully in current discussions of economics and social policy.
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The degree program runs over four semesters. In the first semester, you learn the theoretical and empirical foundations in several disciplines through a broad range of compulsory modules. During the second and third semester, you can choose from a range of elective modules to pursue your interests and develop you own professional profile. You complete you Master’s thesis in the fourth semester.
You can find an exemplary study plan here.
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This degree program is aimed at excellent graduates with degrees in business, economics and the social sciences with the following:
- an interest in issues related to the labor market, the world of work and human resources
- an interest in business, economic and social topics, labor market policy and transferring research results to practice
- an interest in conducting independent and interdisciplinary academic work
- strong analytical skills and an interest in empirical work
- the ability to study literature independently
- good language proficiency in German and English
Please note: students who are interested exclusively in human resources are advised to choose a Master’s degree program that focuses only on this area.
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Graduates typically pursue careers in academia and research, organizational development, human resources administration/development/marketing, or business and political consulting.
Possible employers include research institutes (e.g. GfK, IAB, FAU), the Federal Employment Agency, government ministries, human resources departments in companies (human resources administration/development/marketing), consulting firms and associations (e.g. DVPKOM).
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Please note: The Master’s degree programme will be discontinued in the winter semester 2025/26. No students will be admitted to or enrolled on this course for the first or higher semesters from the start of the winter semester 2025/26 at the latest.
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- Admission requirements (first semester)
- Qualification assessment
- Application deadline winter semester
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31.05.
- Content-related admission requirements
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The selection of suitable applicants takes place in two stages. The following criteria are decisive:
- Previous academic grades in a bachelor’s degree program in economics or social sciences
- Knowledge of economics
- Knowledge of statistics/econometrics and empirical methods
- Qualified stay abroad in studies or profession
- English language skills at level B2 or higher
If you are not admitted directly, you can prove your special professional aptitude in a second stage through a personal selection interview.
All further information on the admission criteria and the selection process can be found here.
Language skills
- German language skills for international applicants
- DSH 2 (written 2 / oral 1) or equivalent
- Details and notes
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Required documents for application:
- Complete curriculum vitae in tabular form (sample curriculum vitae)
- School leaving certificate
- University degree certificate (if already available)
- Transcript of Records (ToR) with complete overview of subjects and grades incl. ECTS points
- Proof of English language skills at level B2 or higher
- Proof of qualified stays abroad (if available)
Do you need help or more information?
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