In addition to the TUM School of Management’s TUM SOMex program (incl. ERASMUS+), the Technical University of Munich offers TUMexchange, a university-wide exchange program open to students from all TUM departments.
If you want to find out more about destinations or the application process, you can check out the website of the TUM Global & Alumni Office.
You can find information about the recognition of study credits here (section: “Preparation for the Recognition of International Study Credits”). For further assistance, please contact the International Office of the TUM School of Management (see contacts below).
If you are not participating in a TUM-organized exchange program such as TUM SOMex or TUMexchange, you will be classified as a Freemover. This means that you will independently organize your study abroad and will generally be responsible for paying any applicable tuition fees. Useful links for Freemovers can be found here.
Before applying, please check your chosen university in the Anabin Database to ensure that courses taken abroad can be recognized at the TUM School of Management. Only courses from universities with H+ status are eligible for recognition. If your preferred university has a different status, please contact the TUM MGT International Office at outgoing@mgt.tum.de.
You can find information about the recognition of study credits here (section: “Preparation for the Recognition of International Study Credits”). For further assistance, please contact the International Office of the TUM School of Management (see contacts below).
For the registration of your freemover stay abroad in the Diploma Supplement, please refer to the information here.
Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs) are short group stays at European partner universities that combine face-to-face and online learning phases. BIPs offered through the TUM School of Management are supported by the Erasmus+ scholarship. Participation can be credited with 3 ECTS within TUM School of Management study programs.
Upcoming BIPs for application:
Many universities offer summer and winter schools that are open to international students. These short-term programs provide valuable insights and skills in your field of study and can strengthen your academic and professional profile.
We offer a regularly updated list of current summer and winter schools. In addition, we recommend checking the websites of international universities for program announcements. You can also explore further opportunities through TUM’s International Opportunities Gateway or www.summerschoolsineurope.eu.
You can find information about the recognition of study credits here (section: “Preparation for the Recognition of International Study Credits”). For further assistance, please contact the International Office of the TUM School of Management (see contacts below).
Through a joint course catalogue, students of the EuroTeQ partners have the opportunity to attend virtual courses at the partner universities. TUM students can take courses at DTU, TU/e, L'X, Technion, TalTech and CTU – and also at TUM itself.
Find out more about the program here.
Outgoing Students: EuroTeQ Course Catalogue
Students can apply for the EuroTeQ course catalogue. Please note that there are differing application deadlines.
The courses will take place between January 2026 and August 2026 and offer students the opportunity to participate in courses at EuroTeQ partner universities across Europe – all without having to leave their home.
You can find information about the recognition of study credits here (section: “Preparation for the Recognition of International Study Credits”). For further assistance, please contact the International Office of the TUM School of Management (see contacts below).
Europe’s leading higher education institutions offer intensive one-week-exchange-sessions under the name of ATHENS, which stands for “Advanced Technology Higher Education Network Socrates”.
The Technical University of Munich is the only German ATHENS member and offers courses on a range of different topics like engineering, natural sciences, mathematics or even general education. ATHENS courses are simultaneously held at all 24 ATHENS universities in March and November. Students can also apply for ATHENS Blended Intensive Programs (BIPs) which include a virtual component. Learn more about the ATHENS program here.
You can find information about the recognition of study credits here (section: “Preparation for the Recognition of International Study Credits”). For further assistance, please contact the International Office of the TUM School of Management (see contacts below).
POLIMI Graduate School of Management (Italy), EDHEC Business School (France), TUM School of Management (Germany), and IE Business School (Spain) have formed an alliance to rethink management education.
The Foresight 2050: Environmental and Social Justice in Business Management Conference brings together students to share ideas, explore future trends, and design sustainable solutions for global challenges. Costs for the trip will be covered within a set budget.
Upcoming Conference for application:
- 28–30 May 2026, EDHEC Campus, Nice. Application details coming soon. For questions, please contact: outgoing@mgt.tum.de.
As an alternative – or in addition – to studying abroad, you can do an internship with a company in a foreign country. Working abroad gives you valuable insights into a different work culture and will give you with helpful practical experience.
You can look for positions in the Jobboard of TUM Management Alumni e.V. For all available service and support, please have a look here.
Please follow the links in the pop-up windows below for information about the various options available.
A special option for a scholarship for your international internships is the ERASMUS+ program. Please consult the TUM Global & Alumni Office of the Technical University of Munich for detailed information.
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