Your Master's degree programs

A part-time master's degree offers the ideal opportunity to gain valuable professional experience while advancing your academic qualifications at the same time. With a clearly structured study model, you can successfully combine your studies, career and personal life.

Unlike a dual master's programme, where academic studies and employment are closely linked through contractual and organisational arrangements, a part-time master's degree is completed alongside an existing professional role, offering greater flexibility and freedom in shaping your individual career path.

Particularly in an era of AI, digital transformation and automation, many professionals ask themselves whether a master's degree is still worth pursuing. Modern master's programmes can help you systematically develop the professional, technological and strategic competencies needed to remain competitive and future-ready in a rapidly changing world.

Tuition Fees

You can find the latest information on tuition fees for master's programmes at NORDAKADEMIE in the current Fee Regulations. These provide detailed information about all costs involved.

Many employers are willing to cover all or part of the tuition fees, so it is worth discussing study support with your organisation. You can also explore alternative funding options through external funding and student finance resources.

Admission & Application Process

To begin a part-time master's degree, you will typically need:

• A recognised first degree from a German or international higher education institution

• 210 ECTS credit points

• For MBA programmes: at least one year of professional work experience

Good to know

If you do not yet have the required number of ECTS credits, there are options to make up missing credits through our continuing education modules. In addition, relevant professional experience may be recognised for admission purposes (applicable to students commencing their studies from October 2026 onwards). This means you may still be able to start your part-time master's programme in Hamburg even if you do not fully meet the standard credit requirements.

Applications are submitted online via the NORDAKADEMIE Master's Portal and include aptitude assessments, an admissions interview and the conclusion of a study contract.

Detailed information about admission requirements and the master's application process can be found in our FAQ section.

Duration of Study

The master's programmes at NORDAKADEMIE generally take 24 months to complete.

During this time, you will acquire in-depth knowledge and practical skills that can be applied directly in your professional environment, allowing you to create immediate value for your employer and career development.

International Weeks

During your studies, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable international experience through our optional International Weeks.

These study trips take participants to destinations such as India, the United States, various European countries and China. They provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen intercultural competencies, gain new business perspectives and expand your international professional network.

Further details can be found on the International Weeks page.

Regulations and Academic Policies

A comprehensive overview of all NORDAKADEMIE regulations, statutes and examination regulations can be found in our Regulations and Policies section.

Your Next Step: Doctoral Studies & Lifelong Learning

A master's degree from NORDAKADEMIE opens up a wide range of future opportunities.

Graduates may pursue:

• Doctoral studies (PhD opportunities)
  Advanced professional development programmes

• Specialised certificate courses

• Continuing education modules in future-oriented fields such as Sustainability, Artificial Intelligence and Leadership

All programmes are designed with a strong practical focus, enabling you to apply newly acquired knowledge directly in your professional context while continuing to advance your career.