While practically-oriented, the MLB program is a graduate program that also emphasizes the importance of research.
During the first six weeks of the summer term, participants work with faculty members in the choosing of a topic for their master’s thesis. During that time, the students will receive instruction in research techniques, including use of on-line databases and use of the Bucerius library and other libraries in Hamburg. When appropriate, participants will be encouraged and assisted in combining the master’s thesis with their experience during their internships.
After the end of classes in summer term, the participants have six weeks to devote to the drafting of the thesis (June 4 - July 13, 2007).
In order to assist students in the drafting of their master's thesis we are offering a mandatory Master's Thesis Preparation Course.
Master's Thesis Preparation Course
This course assists students in preparing a ‘master plan’ to schedule the writing of their master’s thesis. Through group work, students are instructed to outline / fine-tune their topic for the thesis and to design their personal time frame for the research and writing of the thesis. In addition, formal requirements in writing an academic work, writing styles and skills as well as research techniques are discussed.