Information on final theses

In principle, both empirical and theoretical theses are possible. However, we mainly offer empirical theses. Empirical theses can include the use of quantitative and qualitative methods.

All chairs of the competence area Management and Marketing at the Schumpeter School of Business and Economics have agreed on standardised deadlines for the allocation of places for theses. Please also note the information on the application process below. The following application deadlines apply:

  • Start of the thesis in the winter semester: Deadline ends on June 15th.
  • Start of the thesis in the summer semester: Deadline ends on January 15th.

Process for applying for a supervision place

Please note the following binding information regarding your application for a supervision place:

Requirements for final theses

General requirements and information that may be helpful when writing theses can be found in the following document.

Length: 
(plus cover page, table of contents, and appendices)

  • Master's thesis (economics, psychology): 60 pages
  • Bachelor's thesis (economics, psychology): 40 pages

Structure, formal design, and citation:

Please refer to the guidelines for writing theses for more information.

Submission:

From the 2026/2027 winter semester onwards, all assignments must be submitted exclusively in electronic form via the portal provided by the Examinations Office – together with any necessary attachments. Please check with your relevant Examinations Office for details regarding access, formats and deadlines; only the information provided there is binding.