Pre-Master at a Glance

Standard period of study

1 semester as preparation for an economic master

Semester start

March (spring term)

Degree

Master of Arts/Master of Science

Campus

Dortmund, Frankfurt/Main, Munich, Berlin

Accreditations

AACSB, FIBAA, German Accreditation Council

Admission requirements

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Language

100 % in English

Tuition fees

Overview of tuition fees and discounts

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The only AACSB accredited private German University of Applied Sciences

ISM is recognized at the highest international level by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and is 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.

The key requirements for receiving the prestigious accreditation are: highest quality in teaching, committed lecturers who proactively support students, successful cooperation with companies and international universities as well as very good career entry opportunities for graduates. Only around six percent of all business schools receive this important seal. Read more.

Pre-Master

Business Administration Preparation for Non-Business Economists

Sound knowledge of business administration is often the prerequisite for a Master's programme in the field of management. However, many interested students do not meet the admission requirements with their Bachelor's programme.

The compact preparatory semester enables you to qualify for the diverse Master's programme at ISM. It doesn't matter in which field you have completed your Bachelor's degree: we make you fit for the Master's!

To the program content

Basic know-how: Business administration, accounting
specific expertise: Cost accounting, strategic management
Preparation for an economic Master's degree

Top position in the CHE Master's Ranking

In the current CHE university ranking for Master's degree programs, the ISM was rated very positively for all seven campuses. ISM achieved four out of five stars in all ten categories.

There was particular praise, for example, for the support provided for study stays abroad, the courses offered and for the very strong ties with professional practice.

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How Can I Apply?

In order to be able to study the Pre-Master at ISM, you take part in an internal entrance test which tests your personality, your motivation and your abilities. The Business Administration Preparation Semester is not restricted by a “Numerus Clausus” (NC).

More infos about the application

Bachelor's degree (at least 180 ECTS)
complete application documents
Successful participation in the admission test

After completing my bachelor's degree in fashion design, I was looking for a master's degree in business administration. The Pre-Master at the ISM teaches foreign students like me the basics of business administration and has made it possible for me to pursue my desired course of studies.

Julia Gruber, ISM student

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