Master in Business Analytics & Data Science

At KLU, you’ll gain the in-demand future skills that top employers worldwide are already looking for, such as:

• A deep understanding of data collection and processing, statistical analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence
• Fundamental abilities in scientific methodologies for data-driven decision-making—leveraging powerful optimization algorithms
• Strong analytical thinking, effective written and oral communication, and top-notch presentation skills
• Essential leadership skills like negotiation, team building, and the ability to thrive in diverse, intercultural environments
• Independence and agility in rapidly evolving contexts, using academic methods to solve real-world problems

Kühne Logistics University – Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Logistik und Unternehmensführung (KLU) – is a private university located in Hamburg’s HafenCity. KLU is one of very few private universities in Germany entitled to confer their own PhDs.

The independent, state-certified university’s major research areas are Sustainability, Digital Transformation, and Value Creation in the fields of Transport, Global Logistics, and Supply Chain Management. 2020 KLU celebrates its 10th anniversary under the motto "10 years of award-winning teaching and research".

The 2019 ranking of the Wirtschaftswoche identifies KLU as one of the strongest research universities in the field of Business Administration in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Out of 200 competing universities, KLU reaches the top 20 in the overall ranking and scores No. 2 among all private universities. In terms of research output per professor, KLU faculty is ranked No. 7 in the overall ranking and No. 1 of all private universities. In the latest CHE University ranking, KLU obtained the highest marks for all major criteria. Learn more about our ranking results here.

With one BSc and three MSc degree programs, a structured doctoral program, and a part-time MBA, KLU offers its 400 full-time students a high level of specialization and excellent learning conditions. KLU has an international team of 24 professors who teach in English. In open, tailor-made management seminar series, industry specialists and managers alike benefit from the application of academic findings to practical issues.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business/economics, engineering, computer science, or mathematics. Other degrees may be considered if they include at least three quantitative courses.
• ECTS requirements:
• Standard track: 180 ECTS
• Fast track: 210 ECTS (plus one academic term abroad or an officially recognized internship abroad during your previous studies)
• English language proficiency B2 (Check out the requirements)

Haven’t received your final bachelor's certificate yet? No problem! Send your latest transcript of records and submit your final certificate later.

With our dedicated Career Services, we help you launch a successful career through a fully integrated curriculum that includes a strategic Career Skills Course, personalized career coaching, industry-focused guest lectures, exclusive networking events, an active alumni network, exclusive internship and job offers, a CV book shared with top employers and much more. All of these services are seamlessly woven into your studies to give you a competitive edge. KLU business network includes companies such as IBM, Deloitte, KPMG, Google, Kühne + Nagel, Accenture, Airbus, Beiersdorf and many more.