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The application period for the winter semester 2026/27 starts on September 1, 2025.
5 reasons to study SIMC
Top ranked master’s program

WU Vienna’s Master’s Program in Strategy, Innovation, and Management Control ranks top 10 % globally in the QS Management Ranking 2025.

Global study opportunities

The program offers 7 double degree programs in cooperation with renowned universities: e.g. Bocconi University, Italy, Queen’s University, Canada, Universidad Catolicá de Lisboa, Portugal or University of Technology Sydney, Australia. There is also the option of spending one semester abroad at one of our 140 partner universities.

Excellent career prospects

76% of our students even received a job offer before graduating and 30% of our alumni work for a Fortune 500 company.

Top corporate partners

SIMC is known for its excellent ties to the industry, which students benefit from in many ways. These incluces networking opportunities during their studies and cooperation in courses, master's theses, workshops, business projects and events.

Vibrant student community

SIMConnect aims to connect students with other studens and brand partners so they can get the most out of their studies.

"I’m always eager to challenge myself."

Sofie had a hard time deciding on a master’s program – there are so many to choose from! With SIMC, she managed to find a program that covers her broad interests and gives her the flexibility to discover new areas as well.

"Vienna is an amazing place to call home!"

Matt is originally from Australia. He decided to come to Vienna to study SIMC because he was convinced that this was the right place for him and his family. He discovers something new every day, including cultural highlights, natural beauty, and the best quiet corners to study in.

The master’s program

SIMC bridges the gap between the qualitative aspects of management (strategy and innovation) and the quantitative aspects (management control and financial management). Strategy implementation is emphasized heavily alongside strategy creation and conceptualization.

After acquiring an in-depth understanding of how companies develop business strategies and translate them into employee action, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge in real-life situations, either by choosing a business project in cooperation with one of our corporate partners or by taking a garage course and developing your own start-up idea.

The program’s flexible structure encourages you to broaden your horizons by going on an exchange semester or completing a double degree abroad.

Program duration
4 semesters
Program type
Full-time degree program
Teaching language
English
ECTS Credits
120
Start of studies
October
Application period
  • 1st Deadline: 08.10.25
  • 2nd Deadline: 08.01.26
  • 3rd Deadline: 08.03.26
  1. Admission

    Our students strive for excellence and are willing to go the extra mile.

    Prerequisites for this master’s program include:
    › A relevant prior degree worth a minimum of 180 ECTS credits
    › Examinations in economics or business administration worth at least 45 ECTS credits
    › Sufficient proficiency in English
    › Proof of aptitude

    Please read our guide for applicants and make sure that you meet the admission requirements. Don’t forget to look at our admission timeline and note the deadlines.

    Further information on tuition fees can be found here.

  2. Program structure and content
    1. semester 2. semester 3. semester 4. semester
    1. half term 2. half term 1. half term 2. half term 1. half term 2. half term 1. half term 2. half term
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    Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Fundamentals of Management Control Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Fundamentals of Entrepreneurial Finance Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Thesis Seminar: How to Write a Thesis Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Strategic Business Analytics Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Managerial Economics Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Professional Development Workshop Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Business Planning and Performance Management Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Digital Transformation Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered
    Business Project Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is offered Is offered
    4 Electives Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is offered Is offered
    Personal skills I + II Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is offered Is offered
    Master’s Thesis Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is offered Is offered
    Master’s Thesis Defense Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is offered Is offered
    Optional Double degree/ Exchange Semester Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is not offered Is offered Is offered Is offered Is offered
    1. semester 2. semester 3. semester 4. semester
    1. half term 2. half term 1. half term 2. half term 1. half term 2. half term 1. half term 2. half term
    Fundamentals of Strategic Management
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    Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management
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    Fundamentals of Management Control
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    Fundamentals of Entrepreneurial Finance
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    Thesis Seminar: How to Write a Thesis
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    Strategic Business Analytics
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    Managerial Economics
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    Professional Development Workshop
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    Business Planning and Performance Management
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    Digital Transformation
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    Business Project
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    4 Electives
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    Personal skills I + II
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    Master’s Thesis
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    Master’s Thesis Defense
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    Optional Double degree/ Exchange Semester
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  3. Master of Science, MSc (WU)

    SIMC graduates are in high demand on the international job market. A strong network of alumni and corporate partners also contributes to your excellent career prospects all over the world.

    The international job profile includes careers in

    › Top management consulting
    › Business development / strategic management
    › Management control and financial management
    › Innovation management
    › Starting a business on their own
     

     

Make your way

10th out of 199
programs ranked in the QS Masters in Management Ranking 2024
97%
of graduates gain international experience before or during the master’s program
99%
of graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation
30%
of SIMC alumni work for a fortune 500 company

Living the student life

Experiencing Campus WU

Campus WU is an excellent place to study. Students benefit from the campus’s cutting-edge technology and spectacular architectural setting while enjoying a lively urban space with many restaurants, cafés, and recreational facilities.

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Vienna, where classic meets contemporary

Vienna is known as the world’s most livable city. As the second largest German-speaking city, it’s a pulsating metropolis with a laid-back vibe, where tradition and modernity meet and blend into a perfect whole.

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Maryam Rassouli
Maryam Rassouli
Program Manager

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Hi, I’m Maryam. I’m here to help you on your way to the SIMC master’s program. If you have any specific questions, please feel free to reach out using the online contact form or by email to simc@wu.ac.at

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