MSc Programs

Study in a Unique Multidisciplinary Environment

The Master of Science (MSc) degree programs* at MODUL University Vienna offer a unique multidisciplinary approach, working with research teams from three different departments: public governance and management, tourism and hospitality management and new media technology. Our research and teaching staff actively participate in international scholarly and professional networks and are at the forefront of their field, which enables us to bring you right to the heart of scientific practice.

Are you interested in studying the principles of sustainable development and understanding the impact of environmental policies on local communities and international businesses or the impact of economic development policies on environmental quality? Do you want to investigate what policies can be implemented to reduce environmental impacts in the tourism production chain? Do you want to understand to what extent the success of local environmental policy depends on civic participation in policy making? The future world needs people with comprehensive knowledge of both environmental and development issues to provide leadership for our local and global communities. As a MU Vienna Master of Science graduate, you will be able to address the globalization and sustainability challenges of this millennium.

Strengths of the Study Program

  • Studying in a multi-disciplinary research environment with an emphasis on critical thinking and the application of specialist knowledge to the challenges of the 21st century
  • Understanding the emergent trends and key management issues by empowering the analytical skills of students
  • The open atmosphere at MU guarantees the best support for writing the master thesis

MSc in Sustainable Development, Management and Policy

As a graduate of the MSc in Sustainable Development, Management and Policy you will be qualified for positions as consultants, scientists, policy advisors, program coordinators and environmental marketing specialists at research institutes, in government, in globally presented companies or at NGOs all over the world. In addition, the MSc degree prepares students for a subsequent PhD program. For further information, see www.modul.ac.at/pgm/msc

MSc in International Tourism Management

The MSc in International Tourism Management will prepare students for leadership positions in the international tourism and hospitality industry and empower them with management skills to implement sustainable tourism strategies and corporate social responsibility. In addition, the MSc degree prepares students for a subsequent PhD program. For more information, see www.modul.ac.at/thm/msc


* Degree programs are subject to accreditation by the Austrian Accreditation Council.