Culture and Economy: History
Program ambassador
Hello! I’m Christopher and I’m studying the master’s program in Culture and Economy: History with a minor in Business Administration. I’ve been enrolled at the University of Mannheim since the fall semester 2018/
Why I chose this program
The master’s program in Culture and Economy: History combines exciting and interesting aspects of Humanities with Business Administration or Economics. The major in History offers a wide variety of topics, and particularly the opportunity to specialize freely is definitely a plus. In the project seminar, which starts in the second semester and ends in the third, you can work on a really exciting project together with other students. The combination major in Business Administration represents the economic part of your program: Here, you have almost all courses of the Mannheim Master in Management program to choose from—be it Accounting and Taxation, Human Resources, Marketing, or Operations Management. In addition, students have the opportunity to write their master's thesis in Business Administration or Economics, provided they have completed a research seminar in the respective combination major.
Studying at the University of Mannheim
What's special about the program?
Especially the unique combination of History with Business Administration or Economics convinced me to start my studies in Mannheim. With a degree from the University of Mannheim, you have endless possibilities—particularly because the Business School has won multiple awards and has a great reputation. What’s special about this master’s program is that you can freely choose the subject for your master’s thesis.
Extracurricular activities
The University of Mannheim also has a lot to offer outside of your studies. For example, you can try out the wide-ranging sports program or attend different language courses, including Japanese, Spanish, or sign language, and you can also take part in various events and join one of the student organizations or the departmental student committee.
After graduation
Further study
If you would like to continue your academic education, you have the option of pursuing a doctorate after your master's degree.
Career opportunities
History graduates can work in museums, archives, or administration as well as at media companies and in science journalism. Alumni with a master's degree can also pursue an academic career.
With the minor in Business Administration or Economics, you have even more options. Since you gain a lot of basic knowledge through your studies, you may start a job in any economic sector. Whether in management, marketing, accounting, etc.—thanks to the numerous specialization modules the choice is yours.
What you need to know
Frequently asked questions
The most commonly asked question is probably: “And what do you want to do with this degree?” Just remember: You have chosen to study History with a minor in Economics or Business Administration for good reasons, and the options are diverse. If you don’t yet know exactly what you want to do later, internships, research assistant jobs, or the cultural practice modules may be a good orientation. In this region, in particular, there are various attractive companies. Therefore, you are rather spoilt for choice.
Further information
Would you like to learn more about the program in History at the University of Mannheim?
Then have a look at the program descriptions:
- Bachelor's program in History
- Bachelor's program in Culture and Economy: History
- Bachelor's program in Teacher Education: History
- Master's program in History
- Master's program in Culture and Economy: History
Would you like to start your studies at the University of Mannheim?
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