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Zeppelin University
Friedrichshafen
Public Management & Digitalisation
Subjects: Management;Digitalisation
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
Public administration and public companies play a crucial role in delivering sustainable services, supporting the democratic community, and enhancing Germany's competitiveness as a business hub. The challenges revealed by the COVID-19 crisis and the systemic competition with China and Russia have underscored the need for an efficient political-administrative system. The interdisciplinary two-year Master's degree program "Public Management & Digitalization | PMD" equips students to tackle future challenges, scrutinize political actions, and sustainably shape public organizations. This program imparts essential methods, practical skills, and key competencies, enabling students to navigate the digital future as "leaders of tomorrow." Graduates will be well-prepared to drive the sustainable digital transformation of the state, administration, and public companies. The "Public Management & Digitalization | PMD" program covers a range of study subjects designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of public management and digitalization. Students will learn to ask critical questions, analyze political measures, and implement sustainable practices within public organizations. The curriculum focuses on developing a nuanced understanding of the digital world, preparing students to lead and innovate in the public sector. By fostering a deep understanding of digital transformation, the PMD program ensures that students are ready to contribute meaningfully to the evolution
Program Information
| Study Location | Friedrichshafen |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English, German |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | 1,500 EUR |
| Cost per Semester | No information |
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Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Admission Exam |
| Application | directly at the University |
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