## Start your Master of Business Administration in Germany at IU

Studying for a Master of Business Administration in Germany is an exceptional opportunity. As an MBA student at IU, you will attend in-person lectures on our Cologne campus and have access to cutting-edge digital tools. This unique opportunity can give you a competitive edge in the job market and offer you the chance to:

- Tailor your degree by choosing one of ten in-demand specialisations.

- Access to a broad portfolio of degrees taught in English.

- Opportunities for exposure to international markets and employment.

- Take advantage of our myCampus platform offering 24/7 access to study materials and courses.

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### BOOST YOUR CAREER PROSPECTS

Gain practical experience, build professional networks and launch your career in Germany and beyond

### STATE ACCREDITED & INTERNATIONALLY AWARDED

Join 130,000+ students from over 190 countries and earn a German state-accredited Master's degree

### CUTTING-EDGE PROGRAMMES

Study on campus in English with experienced professors, supported by state-of-the-art learning tools

Overview

## Your degree summed up

### Degree programme

MBA, 90 ECTS credits

Language

English

Mode of study

On Campus: Cologne

Specialisations

Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Engineering Management, Finance and Accounting, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, International Management, IT Management, Organisational Psychology, or Supply Chain Management.

### Tuition fees

Tuition fees
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Online application

No application fees

### Study duration

Study start
October or April

Duration
18 months

### Accreditation & recognition

Your degree is accredited in Germany and recognised in many countries worldwide

Specialisations

## Gain practical experience and build specialist expertise

The MBA programme will strengthen your leadership, strategic thinking and managerial capabilities, while providing you with a solid grounding in essential business functions. There are ten specialisations to choose from, including Artificial Intelligence, Finance & Accounting, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, and Healthcare Management. You can therefore tailor your degree to your career ambitions. Graduates are prepared for senior-level roles, armed with practical experience, advanced decision-making skills and the confidence to drive growth and transformation in any industry.

Study Contents

## Master of Business Administration curriculum

Our Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme at IU is designed to turn ambitious professionals into future business leaders. Our curriculum, which encompasses in-depth expertise in leadership, corporate finance, innovation and entrepreneurship, operations and information management, provides a competitive advantage in an ever-evolving business landscape. Graduating with an MBA from IU will equip you with:

- The ability to lead and manage global teams.

- Expertise in driving innovation and entrepreneurship.

- Skills in creating strategy and managing corporate finance.

- Proficiency in the administration of operations and information.

### Compulsory modules

- Leadership

- Strategic Management

- Innovation and Entrepreneurship

- Managerial Economics

- International Marketing

- Corporate Finance

- Operations and Information Management

- Performance Management

- Business Ethics and Corporate Governance

An MBA capstone project is the final step in many MBA programmes. Here, MBA students apply all that they have learnt by analysing a meaningful and strategic business question.

Elective Modules

The MBA Master in Business Administration programme combines advanced management fundamentals with real-world business practice and a broad selection of specialisations. You can choose from ten focus areas to tailor your studies to your professional ambitions. This structure allows you to build strong leadership and strategic decision-making skills while developing deep expertise in your chosen field to lead, innovate, and drive growth in today’s fast-paced global business environment.

### Specialisation in Artificial Intelligence

- Artificial Intelligence

- Seminar: AI and Society

- Use Case and Evaluation

- Seminar: Current Topics in AI

### Specialisation in Business Analytics

- Business Intelligence I

- Project: Business Intelligence

- Data Modeling and Reporting

- Project: Data Modeling and Reporting

### Specialisation in Engineering Management

- Internet of Things

- Manufacturing Methods Industry 4.0

- Product Development

- Project: Design Thinking

### Specialisation in Finance and Accounting

- Advanced Corporate Finance

- Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management

- Advanced Management Accounting & Control

- Current Issues in Accounting

### Specialisation in Healthcare Management

- International Health Systems

- Health Policy and Planning

- Health Economics

- Healthcare Financing

### Specialisation in Human Resources Management

- Human Resource Management I

- Human Resource Management II

- Talent Management & HR Development

- Project: Human Resources Management

### Specialisation in International Management

- Managing in a Global Economy

- Seminar: Current Issues in International Management

- Negotiation

- Intercultural Management

### Specialisation in IT Management

- IT Project Management

- IT Architecture Management

- IT Service Management

- IT Governance and Compliance

### Specialisation in Organisational Psychology

- Industrial and Organisational Psychology

- Conversation Management and Communication Techniques

- Project: Corporate Organisational Development

- Seminar: Current Topics in Industrial and Organisational Psychology

### Specialisation in Supply Chain Management

- Global Supply Chain Management

- Supply Chain Risk Management and Controlling

- Procurement and Contract Design

- Negotiation

### Non-specialisation track

For the non-specialisation track, you can choose an internship, which will give you the opportunity to gain practical work experience.

You can find more details about the programme in our Module Handbook and Course Schedule, which you can access via the following links:

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#### Module guide

##### All courses

#### Course schedule

## Start your career in Germany

### Cologne campus

- Immerse yourself in a city surrounded by leading employers in the healthcare, automotive, technology, and media sectors. Cologne provides outstanding opportunities for networking, internships, and career development.

- Enjoy the advantage of studying in Cologne, right on the banks of the Rhine River. You will benefit from an excellent public transport system, making it easy to navigate both the city and the wider European region.

Explore Cologne Campus

## In-person and AI support whenever you need

- Benefit from in-person teaching and direct support from lecturers.

- Attend classes on campus and engage with classmates, creating a collaborative learning environment that supports your academic journey.

- Enhance your learning with Syntea, IU’s AI-powered tutor, available 24/7 to support your studies and exam preparation - combining the best of personal and AI-driven education.

Career

## Your career opportunities with a MBA

Germany is renowned for its thriving business sector, which provides immense opportunities for MBA graduates. The demand for business management specialists reflects the dynamic nature of the country's business landscape. Studying for an MBA in Germany can help you secure a lucrative role at a leading company. As an MBA graduate in Germany, you can expect to earn between €55,000 and €76,000
. Below are some promising career prospects:

### Business Consultant

Your role will involve identifying business challenges, suggesting feasible solutions, and helping to implement them. Using your analytical skills, you will decipher business complexities and apply learned strategies to ensure optimal operational performance.

### Healthcare Consultant

In this role, you will help healthcare organisations to improve their performance by analysing data, identifying inefficiencies and designing strategic solutions. Your aim is to improve patient outcomes while strengthening organisational efficiency and financial sustainability.

### Organisational Development Manager

Take the lead in initiatives that improve culture, performance and team effectiveness. Use organisational psychology to drive change, develop leaders and boost employee engagement. Work with executives and HR to align people strategies with business goals.

Fees

## On campus study model and fees for your degree in Master of Business Administration

At IU, we believe in transparent pricing. Beyond your tuition, you'll pay:

- One-time campus registration: €1,500

- Semester ticket: €208.80/semester

- Student association fee: €113/semester (only applicable to students in Berlin)

There are no additional fees for graduation, administration or other services.

Pay Semesterly
14% programme discount included. Most flexible payment schedule.

€17,500

€15,050

€5,017 per semester
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Pay Yearly
14% programme discount included. Extra 2% for paying yearly.

€17,500

€14,749

€9,833 per year
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Admission requirements

## Entry requirements

You can start your desired study programme at IU International University of Applied Sciences if you meet the requirements. It is important to note that students from India, China and Vietnam require the APS certificate to validate their academic documents. Make sure to check if you need it here.
The admissions documents must be provided in English or German; a translation is required if not issued in one of these two languages. If you need to translate your documents, we can help by referring you to our trusted translation partners. You can find more detailshere
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- Completed, undergraduate degree with 210 ECTS credits

- Your degree must be from a state or state-recognised higher education institution/university

- You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent in your previous undergraduate degree

- Proof of at least one year’s professional work experience completed prior to the start of study programme. Work experience must have been gained after completion of your undergraduate studies

Once your application and documents are submitted, you will be invited to a15-minute online interviewconducted by our admission team. During the interview we will discuss your academic background, reasons for pursuing further study, and career objectives.

The interview is a required component of the eligibility check for international applicants. If you miss your interview, the invitation will be sent again to allow you to schedule a new appointment. You may reschedule the interview up to three times. After the third invitation, and if there is no attendance, IU will assume you are no longer interested.

If the interview is not passed, admission screeners will review the reasons and provide recommendations for next steps. For example, if the reason is related to English skills, the team may suggest registering for an English course or improving conversation skills. Applicants may contact IU when they wish to retake the interview, at which point the application can be reactivated.

Applicants with an undergraduate degree comprising 180 ECTS credits can compensate for missing ECTS credits (up to a maximum of 30 ECTS) for admission to the 90 ECTS MBA program by

- Providing proof of at least one year of full-time work experience to compensate for a maximum of 30 ECTS at the start of the study program.
  (This work experience must be acquired after completing the undergraduate degree.)

Recognition of knowledge and abilities acquired outside of higher education is possible in principle.

- Proof of at least one year’s qualified work experience completed prior to the start of the study programme (the work experience must be gained after the completion of your undergraduate studies).

- You can provide us a translation of your employment contract and your pay slip or you can ask your company to fill out this form in English, sign it, apply the company stamp and send it to us:
  Proof of work experience (EN)
  Proof of work experience (NL)
  Proof of work experience (ES)
  Proof of work experience (IT)
  Proof of work experience (FR)

We accept the following English language skills certificates*:

- IELTS (at least 6.5 points)

- TOEFL IBT (at least 90 points)

- Cambridge certificate (B2 First with min. score of 176)

*Proof must not be older than two years.

Alternative ways to prove your English language skills:

- Citizenship: If you are from a country where English is the official and educational language, your passport can serve as proof of English proficiency.

Get in touch with our study advisors for more details.

IU’s English language requirements may differ from those set by your Embassy for visa applications. For your student visa application, you must follow the requirements specified by your local Embassy.

FAQs

## FAQs on your Master of Business Management in Germany

No, you are also free to choose the non-specialisation track. This is the practical internship. However, specialising can be advantageous if you have a clear career goal in mind.

Germany is certainly a top destination for MBA studies for a variety of reasons. Its robust economy, diverse industries and blend of global companies and start-ups offer a dynamic and rich business environment. Studying for a Master of Business Administration in Germany could open doors to a variety of domestic and international career opportunities. At IU, our MBA programme is designed to prepare you for this dynamic business landscape and promises a good return on investment.

Although tuition fees for a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Germany can vary greatly depending on the university and programme, they usually range from €12,000 to €30,000 per academic year. At IU, we aim to deliver a high-quality education at affordable tuition fees to make our MBA programme accessible to as many talented and ambitious students as possible.

Yes, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Germany, such as the MBA in Germany in English offered by IU, is internationally recognised and accepted across the globe. Its progressive curriculum, world-class faculty and experiential learning prepare students for leadership roles in domestic and international businesses, making it a favourable option for all.

Yes, most MBA programmes in Germany, including IU's Master of Business Administration, are taught in English to accommodate the large international student population. Sharpen your management skills while learning from international experts at IU, where you can pursue your Master of Business Administration in Germany in English, making it both accessible and challenging for global students.

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