MBA in General Management

Germany is a popular destination for international MBA students, and German universities are often considered to be a top destination country for MBA studies. Pursuing an MBA in Germany is an excellent opportunity for graduates looking to take their careers to the next level. Germany is a very strong economy and has a good reputation for innovation and is home to cutting-edge industries, such as technology and engineering.

As the largest economy in the European Union and the fourth largest in the world, Germany is a great place to study business administration and gain valuable managerial knowledge and experience. Additionally, Germany is home to some of the world's most prestigious business schools and top universities, both public and private, offering MBA programs that are internationally recognized and respected. Another benefit of studying an MBA in Germany is the diverse range of program options available.

• Opening up new career opportunities: An MBA can provide the skills and knowledge necessary to advance in one's current field or to transition into a new one.
• Increase Earning Potential: MBA alumni often have higher earning potential and average salary than those with just a bachelor's or master‘s degree.
• Networking: MBA programs provide opportunities to build connections with schoolmates, alumni, mentors and professionals from the various industries.
• Entrepreneurship: An MBA can be beneficial if you’re looking to start your own business or to take on leadership roles in an organization.
• International perspectives: An MBA often has a global focus, which can help you gain a greater understanding of the business world and develop a more diverse network, professionally and personally.
• Personal Development: An MBA can help you develop leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Our ISM MBA programs in Germany are taught only in English and not in German language, making it accessible to international students. This also allows students to develop their language skills and immerse themselves in a new culture.

Furthermore, the multicultural environment of our business school provides students with a diverse perspective of international business, which is important for a successful career in today's globalized world.

We are also known for a strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning. Our MBA programs are designed to provide students with real-world experience through internships, modules aborad, tailor-made consulting, case studies, and project work. This allows MBA graduates to apply what they've learned in the classroom to real business situations, giving them a valuable edge when it comes to finding positions in management after graduation.

As the largest economy in the European Union and the fourth largest in the world, Germany is a great place to study business administration and gain valuable managerial knowledge and experience. Additionally, Germany is home to some of the world's most prestigious business schools and top universities, both public and private, offering MBA programs that are internationally recognized and respected. Another benefit of studying an MBA in Germany is the diverse range of program options available.

The main difference is that an MBA degree is a business-focused advanced graduate degree that usually takes 1 to 2 years to complete and requires existing work experience, while a business masters degree (MS degree) is a general graduate degree that typically takes 2 years (4 semesters) to complete. MBA courses are usually more expensive and the syllabus has a stronger focus on practical skills, while master programs focus more on academic research.

The tuition fees for an MBA program at ISM can vary between €24,900 for the full-time and €27,000 for the part-time master. It's important to note that our MBA programs can also be partially funded through scholarships, grants, and loans. Please visit our study financing page for more information.

• a first successful degree with 210 ECTS-points from a graduate studies at an university, or of a foreign university of corresponding rank as well. Your GMAT score does not matter for the admission.
• at least two to three years of professional work experience after the first degree.
• missing ECTS points can be replaced up to a limit of 30 ECTS points by qualified professional experience – in addition to the professional experience required above.
• English language skills (e.g. TOEFL test)
• The admission process consists of a case study and an interview.