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Tricontinental Master in Global Studies

Study on three continents

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You would like to study internationally and preferably in English? You would like to work in an international company, in a non-governmental or a non-profit organization? As a manager or as a project leader, you are expected to have comprehensive knowledge of global economic contexts, intercultural competence and experience abroad. The Tricontinental Master in Global Studies (TRIM) provides you with all this within four semesters and optimally prepares you for your career in an international environment.

This program has for its distinctive feature the batch of international students who change locations as a group for every semester. The first semester is spent in Karlsruhe, the second in Hualien/Taiwan and the third in Monterrey/Mexico. In the fourth semester, the master's thesis is written, preferably in cooperation with an internationally active company or organization. For this, students are free to choose their location.

You will not only gain experience abroad but also gain a high level of intercultural competence, as you will continuously study together with your fellow students from Taiwan and Mexico (and possibly other nationalities). Common language, also for instruction, will be English.

This interdisciplinary and practice-oriented program is aimed at graduates who gained their first university degree in business studies and who are interested in international and intercultural issues. Business administration and economics as well as aspects of legal science, cultural science and political science are combined with extensive methodological knowledge.

The Tricontinental Master in Global Studies program is regularly ranked successfully in the CHE ranking .

Contact

Faculty Office
Claudia Appelius

Phone: +49 (0)721 925-1946
Fax: +49 (0)721 925-1947
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Office hours:
Mon. - Fri.
9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Building K, room 103B
Moltkestraße 30
76133 Karlsruhe

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Study locations / partner universities

TRIM is a cooperation project of the participating universities:

+ Tzu Chi University (TCU) in Hualien, Taiwan
+ Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM) in Monterrey, Mexico
+ HKA – Hochschule Karlsruhe

Each institution/university offers up to eight study places, so you can study very individually in a select group of max. 24 students.

Tzu Chi University (TCU), Taiwan

Tzu Chi University (TCU), founded in 1994 and located in Hualien, Taiwan, was established by the Tzu Chi Foundation.
TCU emphasizes holistic education and ethical practice, with a strong focus on sustainability, cross-cultural exchange, and global citizenship. International students benefit from a welcoming, safe, and intellectually stimulating environment that encourages participation in community service and cultural activities.

Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM) in Monterrey, Mexico

Located in Monterrey, Nuevo León, northern Mexico, UDEM has existed for 50 years and is recognized as one of the best universities in Mexico. Its vision and values emphasize humanism, openness, and service. Graduates from UDEM are prepared to contribute to building a more sustainable society. UDEM has seven faculties and offers various study programs.

HKA – Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, Germany

The HKA is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in the state of Baden-Württemberg and among those with the strongest research capabilities. For years, it has performed very well in rankings such as the renowned CHE University Ranking in the ZEIT Study Guide. It is a highly international university, fostering academic partnerships with more than 180 universities worldwide. TRIM is an example of its global engagement.

At a glance

Degree	Master of Science (M. Sc.)
	15.06.
Start Of Study	Winter semester
ECTS Credits	120 in total
Standard Period Of Study	4 semesters
Admission prerequisites	Pre-study work experience is not required
Semester abroad	The first semester is completed in Karlsruhe, the second in Taichung/Taiwan and the third in Monterrey/Mexico. The Master's thesis is completed in the fourth semester, and students are free to choose their location.
Accreditation	Yes (certificate)

Who is the program aimed at?

We invite applicants with a first degree in economics who have an interest in international and intercultural issues to apply. Your studies should qualify you for a management position in international companies or organizations and, if applicable, for a doctorate.

You should have:

+ Basic knowledge of business administration, economics, or management
+ Interest in international and intercultural issues, and openness towards other cultures
+ Team-oriented and practice-oriented work skills
+ Very good knowledge of English

Future students are expected to be highly self-motivated, flexible, and able to work under pressure.

TRIM offers you intercultural experiences