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Master in Berlin

Master study programs in Berlin at ISM

Earn your Master degree in Berlin, at one of Germany's best business schools

Join the first private German University of Applied Sciences with international AACSB accreditation!


Your Master's at ISM

Program duration

4 semesters (3 with the Fast Track option)

Next intakes

fall 2025/26

Language
100% in English
Accreditations

AACSB (international), FIBAA, German Accreditation Council, German Council of Science and Humanities

Semester abroad

one integrated semester abroad and internships

Personal and individual

small study groups and personalized support along your academic journey (Study Advisors, Career Center, post-study German visa)

Degrees
Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Arts (M.A)
Study fee

6,480 euro/semester (monthly payments are also possible)

Discounts: Save 500 Euro if you sign a contract by June 15th for fall starting studies.


Master programs in Berlin

At ISM Berlin you can study business in a variety of programs: international business and management degrees, marketing, finance and specialized areas of management such as fashion or sports. The Master's programs are designed with a practical aspect in mind and to enable graduates to find well-suited positions such as internships early on in their studies. Find the Master's program that best fits your dreams and circumstances:


Why a Master program in Berlin at ISM?

Master Programs Taught in English

All ISM Master programs are fully taught in English, making them accessible to international students without German language skills.

Berlin is a Global Business Hub

Studying in Germany’s capital puts you in the heart of Europe’s startup and innovation scene, with countless networking and career opportunities.

Strong International Focus

ISM integrates global case studies, international faculty, and the chance for study abroad semesters or dual degrees with partner universities.

A Practical-Oriented Curriculum

Programs combine academic theory with real-world business projects, internships, and company collaborations.

Small Class Sizes & Individual Support

ISM emphasizes a personal learning environment, offering close professor-student interaction and tailored career support.

Career Services & Industry Connections

Students benefit from career coaching, company visits, and a strong alumni network. ISM has connections with global firms in Berlin and beyond.

Accredited & Recognized Degrees

All Master’s programs are state-recognized and FIBAA-accredited, ensuring academic quality and international credibility.

Modern Campus in Central Berlin

The Berlin campus is centrally located and equipped with modern facilities, in a vibrant, multicultural city that’s affordable compared to other capitals.

A German Master degree can provide an edge to your resume and academic experience. Are you ready for your dream studies? Let's shape your future together!


Berlin Business School with a focus on management programs, internationality & practical relevance

A special feature of the Master programs in Berlin at ISM is their strong international orientation. All programs include a semester abroad, which is spent at one of the numerous partner universities, in Europe or overseas.

For students who wish to earn a Second master's degree abroad, ISM offers the so-called Dual Degree option in partnership of select universities abroad. Additionally, foreign language courses are a fixed part of the  curriculum to prepare students for an international career.


Your advantages with a Master's in Berlin in English

High quality German education: over 30 years of educational experience and top-awarded in many rankings.

Highly international: geared towards the international business markets; 30% international students.
Low student to teacher ratio and individualized support, for example through International Office or Career Center.
Practical emphasis: study what brings you forward and combine theory and business practice in one program.
Post-study visa options: start your career in Germany via a 18-month German residence permit after graduation.
Powerful international network: a network of 190 partner universities for your semester abroad.
AACSB accreditation logo

The first AACSB-accredited private German university of applied sciences

CHE University ranking
Excellent results for lecturer quality & practical relevance
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Ranked as one of the best private German universities
Excellent results in the Global Multirank

Our Berlin campus

Our Berlin campus was inaugurated in September 2019. The campus is located in the heart of Berlin Schöneberg. As the capital of Germany, Berlin is an important international business metropolis and political center and an attractive location for companies from all business sectors.

From the modern, high-tech ambience to cozy flea and weekly markets, festivals, culture events and numerous museums are waiting to be discovered by you in Berlin.

  • Address: Hauptstraße 27 (Staircase E), 10827 Berlin

Study in the heart of the capital and feel at home at the cozy Berlin campus!

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Master students at ISM berlin campus
#In the Middle of Practice

Master student testimonial

"The studies at ISM Berlin are designed to successfully close the gap between theory and practice. The professors are experts in their field and offer comprehensive access to all topics that provide us with the necessary skills for the real world of finance. The relationship with fellow students and professors is unique.

Gayarathry Menon, ISM student, Master of Finance


Entry requirements - Master programs in Berlin

For the pre-check of your qualification for a Master’s program, please submit the following documents to a study advisor:

  • Your Bachelor's degree (certified translation in English, if available) (PDF)
  • Transcript of records (PDF)
  • Curriculum vitae (CV) ) (PDF)
  • English language certificate (if available), for eg. TOEFL, IELTS 6.0 or other international language certificate (only needed if the medium of instruction in your university was not English).

Upon sucessful verification of your documents, you will be asked to register for an online admission test.

Request more information from a study advisor now.


Application period and deadlines

While we do not have any strict or fixed application dates for our programs, we kindly ask international applicants who require a study visa for Germany to try to submit their complete application documents no later than:

  • July 15th for the programs that start in the fall term and
  • December 15th for the programs starting in the spring term.

Note: the valability of the admission test at ISM is of 1 year. We already accept applications for fall 2025.


Application steps for our master programs in Berlin

Step 1

Online application

  • Registration for the admission process
  • Submission of application documents
Step 2

Preparation

  • Preparing a short case study presentation, for example of your bachelor's thesis or one of your term papers
Step 3

Admission test

  • Presentation of the case study & discussion followed by
  • Online interview with program director
Step 4

Decision & study start

  • Contract signing
  • Visa application
  • Welcome to ISM!

Apply now and save!

📣Discount for fall programs:

If you wish to save 500 Euro for the studies starting in fall, then hurry up and sign a study contract by June 15th for a full-time Master or MBA. Check out the specific requirements by clicking on the program. 

Get more information from a study advisor.


Do you have any questions on your study in Berlin? Please contact me!

Sindy Schulz

Study advisor Master's programs in Berlin

Sindy Rode
+49 30.3 15 19 35-175
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