The pride of the city is the BVB, but Dortmund has more to offer than the famous soccer club Borussia Dortmund (BVB). Among the most popular destinations are the art museum "Dortmunder U", the German Football Museum, the Westfalenpark, the Lake Phoenix and the Dortmund city center. The student life here consists not only of lectures and learning. Discover Dortmund's districts with restaurants, lively pubs, cozy cafes and many great shopping opportunities. The Westfalenhallen is also a landmark for fair trades, international events and music concerts. When it comes to universities, Dortmund finds itself in the list of the ten largest German university cities.

When it comes to studying international management, finance, business administration, sports management or many other degrees with a strong practical focus, a private university in Dortmund is one of the best options you can make.

As an ISM student you will benefit from the international orientation of our Dortmund business school, the integrated semester abroad offered in all full-time study programs and the optimal network with companies, over 190 partner institutions abroad and alumni of the ISM. Also many interesting internships and good career entry opportunities await you in Dortmund.

Also, not less important, when it comes to cost of living, campus Dortmund also offers good value for money, with rent prices and other daily costs being on average lower as compared to many other major German cities.

Do you have questions about our Dortmund university campus or the study opportunities here? Our study advisors are eager to help answer them all.

Whoever studies in Dortmund, studies in the Innovation Capital 2021! The metropolis in the heart of the Ruhrgebiet is the seventh city to receive the "European Innovation Capital" award. With this competition, the European Commission honors innovations in European cities and drives them forward. In the final of the "European Capital of Innovation Awards", Dortmund prevailed with lucrative ideas and sustainable large-scale projects against renowned cities such as Dublin and Málaga.

The ISM Dortmund university appeals to international students due to its reputation as a dynamic and innovative city, with strong connections to technology, culture, and a welcoming, larger student community than any other ISM campus. Given the city’s strong academic programs and links to industries, insurance and finance companies and sports, studying business management or a computer science related degree is a very good choice.

Why ISM?

• we have smaller class sizes compared to public institutions which ensures a supportive environment marked by close interaction with professors and personalized feedback.
• our courses are designed to meet the most current market needs, blending theory with practical application.
• we offer a broader range of English-taught programs, which is a major advantage for international students who are not fluent in German. This makes the transition to studying abroad much easier.
• our programs at Dortmund campus include mandatory internships and study-abroad opportunities, equipping students with global skills and professional experience.
• we partner with local and international companies to provide real-world projects integrated into the curriculum, access to internships and career opportunities with industry leaders as well as networking events with professionals in fields like business, management or technology.

An integral part of the majority of our degree programs is the mandatory semester abroad, which offers students the opportunity to gain valuable international experience and strengthen their intercultural skills. This study abroad experience not only contributes to personal and academic development, but also broadens students' career prospects. ISM Dortmund University of Applied Sciences maintains numerous partnerships with renowned universities around the world, offering students a wide range of study opportunities and cultural insights.

If you would like to study Management in Dortmund, you will find a wide range of options at ISM. At ISM, you can not only study Management, but also start an International Business Management, Finance, Psychology or Marketing degree program. Many other study programs are also offered in Dortmund.

For more details on our study programs and information events, please visit our extensive FAQs.

At ISM dortmund campus the majority of study programs offered in English are full-time programs. However, you can study the part-time MBA program here at campus Dortmund while working. Here, the clases take place once per month, usually from Friday until Sunday.

If you are fluent in German, we also have part-time programs offered, which are taught in German combined with English. These include 9 Master's specializations and 5 Bachelor's specializations. For more information, please visit our German website.

ISM was recognized at the highest international level by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and is currently the only private German University of Applied Sciences holding the prestigious AACSB accreditation. This is an important international seal of quality which certifies excellence in research and teaching at campus Dortmund and the other six ISM locations.

For years, ISM has been featured at the top of various university rankings, such as the CHE University Ranking. ISM ranks among the top groups in the most important categories: Advice and support at the start of studies, graduation within a reasonable time, professional practice and applied work experience.

This shows that ISM has succeeded in expanding the high standards at all its seven locations in Germany.

The ISM shines in the investigation of the U-Multirank and scored particularly well in the following areas:

• International Academic Staff
• Student Mobility
• Professional Publications
• Foreign Language Bachelor Programmes
• Foreign Language Master Programs

The ranking thus confirms above all ISM’s strong practical relevance, internationality and diverse network.

Read more about the ISM rankings and accreditations.