International School of Management (ISM)

Combing through literature, drafting research questions, analyzing statistics - the final thesis is another opportunity to show what you've got. In 2020, seven ISM students received the Best Thesis Award for their innovative theses. They were able to enjoy cash prizes and discounts for an ISM master's degree or doctorate.

While it is still unsure how the coronavirus will affect university life in 2021, ISM offers solutions for international first-semester students to take up their classes this spring term either way.

Strong in research, focused on business and excellent in teaching ­­­– the University of Northumbria at Newcastle has set itself high goals. A new cooperation with the British university enables ISM master students to spend their semester abroad at the London campus, where the financial district and tech scene meet.

Green light for the organization of academic program, transition to master's programs and contact with professional practice. In the current CHE Master Ranking, ISM scores particularly well in these categories and finds itself in the top group. "Our aim is to combine excellent teaching with training for the job market. The access to a large network of companies and partners from the economy is very important to us. We are therefore very pleased that our students have given us such positive feedback for practical relevance across the locations," explains ISM President Prof. Dr. Ingo Böckenholt.

With 2020, a year like no other is coming to an end. The Corona era has prompted many to ask themselves: "What is important to me?" and "What should our future look like?“ In addition to brief retrospects, this year’s last issue of ISM NEWS therefore focuses primarily on the future and provides insights into career decisions and the commitment of students and graduates.

While studying abroad always takes a lot of courage, it is easier to adapt to your new environment with someone by your side who knows their way around. The Germany-wide project ‘Start with a friend’ connects newcomers looking for help and those happy to support them. ISM student Ashraf Elzoheri moved from Egypt to Germany one year ago to study Business Intelligence & Data Science at ISM Dortmund. After going along to an information evening to become part of the buddy program, he was so impressed by the project that he immediately joined the SwaF team in the Ruhr Area.