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Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs

Master

As a Growth Hacker with an entrepreneurial spirit, you can help companies, especially startups, to grow in a resource-efficient and cost-effective manner. 

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You can use the code STARTSTUDYING until the 18th of August and get up to 50% off your tuition fees.

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*This discount is only available for the online studies model.

Overview

Start your Master in Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs

Throughout your studies, you will focus heavily on entrepreneurship and digital marketing. With a master's degree in Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs, you will become an expert in assisting startups and entrepreneurs in improving their growth strategies and eventually taking on managerial responsibilities. 

Your degree summed up

All the facts and figures about your study programme at a glance
Study model
Master of Arts (M.A.)
60 ECTS
Language: English
Study duration & extension
12 - 24 months (depending on time model)
Free of charge extension period
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Tuition fees
Starting from $ 240 ($ 479)* per month

*based on the exchange rate from 01.08.2022 09:05 AM (CEST)
Accreditation
60 ECTS - English
Currently in the process of being accredited
Admission
General admission requirements
Work experience
Further admission opportunities
Language skills

Find detailed information in admission part
Past education recognised
Save time and earn your degree faster by having your previous achievements/experience recognised
Online studies:
Available from 02.11.2023 (English, 60 ECTS)
Information about state accreditation
This programme is still in the process of accreditation. We are expecting Ministry approval at the very latest by the start of the study programme. So far, all IU programmes have been accredited and approved successfully on time.
100 % flexible

You decide where and when you want to study

Versatile & Innovative

Your digital learning journey with personal support!

Top-Level Education

First-class study programmes with a recommendation rate of 96 %

Ready to start an education that gives you a real digital edge?

At IU, you don’t have to choose between your career and your lifestyle — how you study is always your choice. We certainly won’t mind if you learn from somewhere that’s got an ocean breeze.

Apply now

You can use the code STARTSTUDYING until the 18th of August and get up to 50% off your tuition fees.

*You can start any time.
*This discount is only available for the online studies model.

Study contents

Course overview

Strategic company growth requires focused web marketing, product management, and prudent data analysis. These are the subjects you will be studying from the start. By mastering the best techniques for creating business models and accelerating growth, you will learn the secrets of successfully building start-ups through courses like "Advanced Growth Hacking," "Business Model Design," "Lean Start-Up," and "Applied Research”. In your elective area, you will deepen your knowledge in modules of your choice, e.g., in "Neuromarketing", " Digital Transformation" and " Innovation and Sales". 

Admission

Entry requirements

How To Start Your Degree with the Online Degree Saver Programme:

Once you've enrolled and started on your studies, you'll have access to a part of your courses, based on the time model you choose. You will be registered as a student only after 50% of the total ECTS have been successfully completed. Then you will gain access to the rest of your courses, and will be able to finish your degree.

The admissions documents must be provided in English or German, if they were not issued in one of these two languages, a translation is required. If you need to translate your documents, we can help refer you to our trusted translation partners. You can find more details here.

Ready to start an education that gives you a real digital edge?

At IU, you don’t have to choose between your career and your lifestyle — how you study is always your choice. We certainly won’t mind if you learn from somewhere that’s got an ocean breeze.

Apply now

You can use the code STARTSTUDYING until the 18th of August and get up to 50% off your tuition fees.

*You can start any time.
*This discount is only available for the online studies model.

Careers

Your Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs career outlook

As a growth hacker, you will have excellent opportunities with all companies that want to grow. With a master’s in Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs, you’ll increase your ability to effectively implement marketing activities in a resource-efficient and cost-effective manner. After graduation, you can work as a ...  

Chief Executive Officer

As Chief Executive Officer, you have the decision-making power to implement promising growth strategies for your company. You are responsible for driving sales optimization, selecting the appropriate marketing activities and handling product development. With your savvy knowledge in growth hacking, you’ll be able to boost growth in a resource-efficient and cost-effective manner. 

Chief Revenue Officer

As chief revenue officer (CRO), you take over the administration and coordination of the sales and marketing departments and monitor sales data while attracting new clients and boosting business. Through data analysis, you determine the areas with high entrepreneurial growth potential. 

Head of Customer Growth

A growing customer base is an important prerequisite for more revenue and future growth of an organization. Your tasks as Head of Customer Growth include building and maintaining strategic relationships with customers. You’ll be responsible for finding out what customers really want and developing products and digital services in coordination with the specialist departments. 

Student reviews

This is what our students say

  • Combined with practical work experience, the study programme at IU was the right choice for me.

    Britta Gabriel

    Graduate, Germany

  • In my view, the flexibility makes a compelling case for learning online at IU. The wide range of elective modules to choose from also won me over. It means you can specialise in what you really want to do.

    Philipp Kleingrothe

    Graduate, Germany

  • With the IU Master, I was able to acquire valuable strategic-global leadership skills that are very much in demand in today's jobs.

    Doreen Richter

    Graduate

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Tuition fees

Study models & fees for your Master degree in Growth Hacking for Entrepreneurs

Depending on your personal or professional circumstances, you may wish to complete your studies as quickly as possible, or you may prefer a more flexible study programme that is less time-consuming. That’s why we offer part-time options for all our study programmes. This allows you to study alongside professional or personal commitments. We adjust your study fees based on your chosen time model.

Are you unable to finish your programme within the given time? No problem! If you realise that you need more time, you can simply switch to another time model with one months’ notice before the end of the month.

No registration or administration fees are charged when you apply for studying – you'll only be charged once your studies have started. If you won't be admitted to a programme because you do not meet the admission requirements, no fees will be charged.

Full-Time

Duration 12 Months

Perfect for students who want to hit the ground running and shorten the period of study by increasing their studying pace.

  • Online studies
$ 765
$ 383 /mth*
*based on the exchange rate from 01.08.2022 09:05 AM (CEST)
Enrol by the 18th of August and you can save up to 50% on a study programme. Apply now

Part-Time I

Duration 18 Months

Excellent for talented all-rounders who want to give their studies everything they’ve got while holding down a job and keeping down their monthly costs at the same time.

  • Online studies
$ 581
$ 291 /mth*
*based on the exchange rate from 01.08.2022 09:05 AM (CEST)
Enrol by the 18th of August and you can save up to 50% on a study programme. Apply now

Part-Time II

Duration 24 Months

Ideal for students who would like to take their time completing their courses on top of their job and everyday life and keep down the monthly costs of their studies.

  • Online studies
$ 479
$ 240 /mth*
*based on the exchange rate from 01.08.2022 09:05 AM (CEST)
Enrol by the 18th of August and you can save up to 50% on a study programme. Apply now
Additional charges

All our study programmes include the following benefits

  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Free 4-week trial
  • Online tutorials and guidance from tutors
  • Use of the online campus
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn English for free
Recognition

Recognition of previous achievements

Have you already completed a training course, studied at a university or gained work experience? Have you completed a course or a learning path through IU LinkedIn Learning, and earned a certificate? Then you have the opportunity to get your previous achievements recognised, and complete your studies at IU sooner.

  • Save time: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!

Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our recognition application form, which you can find under the content section of each study programme's webpage, and upload it via our upload section. You can also e-mail it to us, or send it via post.

Send an email to study@iu.org to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. Make sure you send your application before the end of your 1-month trial. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies.

Do you need help with your application for recognition? Our student advisors will be happy to help. Simply arrange a personal call-back appointment. Arrange a personal video consultation appointment to discuss recognition

Why IU International University of Applied Sciences is the best choice

Your Studies Are Flexible and 100% Online

Schedule when you want to learn and study 100% online. At IU you have the possibility to complete your degree fully from home, whether full-time or part-time. You can even take your exams online whenever it suits you. 

Accredited & Globally Recognised

IU is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. All IU study programmes, materials, and services meet high internal and external quality standards, which are regularly reviewed and updated. We can also provide you with an official Europass Diploma Supplement once you graduate, to ensure that your degree is recognised anywhere in the EU.

You Gain Full Support

We provide you with innovative learning tools, digital study material, tutorial videos, student advice and support. You also have 24/7 access to our large online library. Your tutors are always available to answer your questions. Our study coaches are also available to help at any time. 

The Ideal Mix of Theory & Practice

Our programmes provide you with essential theoretical knowledge and focus, above all, on practice-oriented studies designed to best prepare you for your future career. Thanks to our great variety of electives you can specialise in the specific areas that match your personal goals.

Ready to start an education that gives you a real digital edge?

At IU, you don’t have to choose between your career and your lifestyle — how you study is always your choice. We certainly won’t mind if you learn from somewhere that’s got an ocean breeze.

Apply now

You can use the code STARTSTUDYING until the 18th of August and get up to 50% off your tuition fees.

*You can start any time.
*This discount is only available for the online studies model.

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