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Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Weihenstephan-Triesdorf
Master German Law & Economics

International Master's in Agricultural Management

Master

Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Weihenstephan-Triesdorf Freising · Bavaria Location: Weidenbach

About the Program

The aim of the degree programme is to train a specialist in application-oriented agricultural management on the basis of a previous degree. Theoretical and practical knowledge enables them to take on the wide-ranging tasks involved in managing and advising agricultural enterprises independently and responsibly. Specific training methods such as instruction in small seminars/workshops, special projects and computer-based business simulations provide practical relevance and experience in the team approach to solving problems. Case studies and special projects are used to carry out international comparisons of costs, structural parameters and organisational solutions. Compulsory modules are as follows: Business Management in Agriculture, Production Economics in Agriculture, Farm Management and Controlling, Business Informatics and Empirical Social Research, Farm Planning, Agricultural Policy Seminar, Strategies of International Agricultural Marketing Strategies, Project Planning and Project Evaluation, and the Master's thesis. Some of the profile modules are: Consulting Methods and Farming Systems Research, Farming Systems Research and Agricultural Cooperatives, Sustainable Energy Management, International Trade in the Agricultural Sector. Students must choose one of the following specialisations: Strategic Management Consulting in Agriculture Technical and economic consulting in agricultural mechanisation A further internship in an agricultural industry upstream or downstream of agriculture must be completed during the semester break (min. four weeks).
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The aim of the degree programme is to train a specialist in application-oriented agricultural management on the basis of a previous degree. Theoretical and practical knowledge enables them to take on the wide-ranging tasks involved in managing and advising agricultural enterprises independently and responsibly. Specific training methods such as instruction in small seminars/workshops, special projects and computer-based business simulations provide practical relevance and experience in the team approach to solving problems. Case studies and special projects are used to carry out international comparisons of costs, structural parameters and organisational solutions. Compulsory modules are as follows: Business Management in Agriculture, Production Economics in Agriculture, Farm Management and Controlling, Business Informatics and Empirical Social Research, Farm Planning, Agricultural Policy Seminar, Strategies of International Agricultural Marketing Strategies, Project Planning and Project Evaluation, and the Master's thesis. Some of the profile modules are: Consulting Methods and Farming Systems Research, Farming Systems Research and Agricultural Cooperatives, Sustainable Energy Management, International Trade in the Agricultural Sector. Students must choose one of the following specialisations: Strategic Management Consulting in Agriculture Technical and economic consulting in agricultural mechanisation A further internship in an agricultural industry upstream or downstream of agriculture must be completed during the semester break (min. four weeks).

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How do I apply to International Master's in Agricultural Management at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Weihenstephan-Triesdorf?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about International Master's in Agricultural Management at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Weihenstephan-Triesdorf

Is International Master's in Agricultural Management at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Weihenstephan-Triesdorf taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the International Master's in Agricultural Management programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for International Master's in Agricultural Management at Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Weihenstephan-Triesdorf? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying International Master's in Agricultural Management? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Weihenstephan-Triesdorf — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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