Master Degree in Germany

Name: MBA full-time in General Management
Availability: fall term

Your gateway to success - a Master's in Germany

A Master's degree in Germany at ISM offer an excellent, international, and management-oriented education that blends academic theory with practical teaching and experience. These are gained through small-size classes, individualized support, company projects, internships and lots of international experience. With many English Master’s degree options and a strong focus on business and its various specializations, the ISM Master degree programs in Germany are designed for students aiming for international careers.

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A Master degree at ISM means

A reputable German degree that is nationally and internationally accredited and can provide an edge to your resume.

Quality, practical teaching by lecturers who are real-world experts in their field to ensure excellent academic and personal development.

12 weeks of exciting internships that provide practical as well as international experience.

Included semester abroad to gain international exposure via a broad partner university network for global connections.

Allows you to connect and network with students and alumni and exchange ideas with professors.

Entitles you for a job seeking visa in Germany if you wish to start or continue your career in Germany.

Job market entry opportunities to support your future success, incl. 18-month work permit after graduation.

Opportunity to earn a Double Degree from a partner university and graduate with two Masters.

Find the right Master degree for you

As an international university of applied sciences, ISM welcomes students from over 85 nations, guiding them through every step of their academic journey in Germany. You can study a management Master's or MBA within various study models. Find your dream postgraduate degree program that best suits your life situation:

Master degrees in Germany on-campus

Master degrees in Distance Learning

MBA degrees on-campus

MBA full-time in General Management

MBA part-time in General Management

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Our Master programs in Germany in a nutshell

Program duration

3-4 semesters

(or more for distance learning study time options)

Degrees

Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Arts (M.A.)

Language

100% in English

Next intakes

fall 2026/27 or fall 2027/28 for on-campus programs

Accreditations

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

Individual support

study in small groups (of max. 10 persons) and receive personalized support along your academic journey

Semester abroad

At least 1 integrated semester abroad at a partner university (network of 190) for on-campus programs

Tuition fees

6,480 euro/semester for on-campus programs

from 300 euro/month for distance learning programs

Where Career begins.

Karrieren entstehen dort, wo Theorie auf echte Praxis trifft. An der ISM sammeln Studierende von Anfang an wertvolle Erfahrungen in realen Projekten, lernen von Expert:innen aus der Wirtschaft und übernehmen früh Verantwortung. Durch reale Unternehmensprojekte, Dozierende aus der Wirtschaft und frühe Verantwortung entwickeln Studierende echte Kompetenzen und wertvolle Kontakte.

Why a Master degree in Germany at ISM?

With seven campuses in Dortmund, Munich, Frankfurt, Berlin, Cologne, Hamburg and Stuttgart, ISM is a well established international University of Applied Sciences focused on practice-oriented education that is based on practical teaching and international in purpose. All Master degrees in Germany at ISM carry prestigious accreditations from AACSB, the German Accreditation Council, and FIBAA, placing ISM among the top 6% of business schools worldwide. Our Master programs in Germany combine practical relevance, international orientation, and specialized business knowledge. Small learning groups, individual support, and a personal study atmosphere make studying at ISM unique and cozy compared to public universities. A German Master's degree can provide an edge to your resume and future career opportunities, so we invite you to explore our internationally recognized postgraduate programs.

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Advantages of studying in Germany

Leading Nation

A reliable democracy and an important voice in world politics

Safe & Sound

High standard of living, prosperous economy, low crime rate and statutory health insurances that cover most medical services

Stay & Prosper

Option to apply for an 18-month residence permit to find a qualified job after graduation

Scenic Splendor

From North and Baltic Sea beaches to Alpine splendor and legendary river valleys

Excellent Education

Internationally recognized for comprehensive training, in-depth detailed knowledge and scientific research

Enjoy & Explore

Countless ways to have fun, beautiful historical sites, rich cultural variety and easy to travel

Student Talk: Mayur Bhagwan Anandani wanted to study in Germany and came across ISM during his search for the best suited university. He talks about his experiences and gives tips to fellow international students.

Springboard to your career

Personally, the Master's in Luxury, Fashion and Sales Management at ISM helped me understand the luxury sectors of Kering, Richemont and LVMH much better. The practice-oriented lectures and case studies gave me unique insights into the working methods of these companies. Together with my semester abroad in Paris, this was the ideal springboard for my career in the luxury segment.
The knowledge of how luxury brands are managed helped me gain a foothold with LOREMO as a new, innovative art brand.

Franziska Scheuerle, ISM alumni, Master of Luxury, Fashion & Sales Management

You can study Master in Germany at the following campuses

Campus Dortmund

ISM's largest campus, centrally located in the modern Dortmund Technology Park.

To ISM Dortmund

Campus Frankfurt/Main

Modern, international campus in the heart of the financial hub Frankfurt.

To ISM Frankfurt

Campus Munich

Central Munich campus in a city known for business, culture, and high quality of life.

To ISM Munich

Campus Hamburg

Centrally located in the modern HafenCity, next to the pretty warehouse district.

To ISM Hamburg

Campus Cologne

Located in MediaPark, just a few minutes from the Hansaring S-Bahn station.

To ISM Cologne

Campus Stuttgart

Modern campus in Heusteig, just a few minutes' walk from the city center.

To ISM Stuttgart

Campus Berlin

Berlin Schöneberg campus with modern spaces and a stunning rooftop terrace.

To ISM Berlin

Distance Learning

Study Master online – flexibly, alongside working, with smart tools, study coaches, and personal support.

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Master degree - Admission requirements

Documents required to apply

To apply for a Master program, please submit the following documents when applying online:

Bachelor's diploma (if available)
Transcript of records
High school leaving certificate
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Copy of passport or national ID card
Proof of English language skills, corresponding to min. B2 level, for example language tests like TOEFL, IELTS, etc. For more information on the language requirements, please view our FAQ page.

To the application form.

Application period and timeframes

ISM does not have strict application dates, but applicants who require a study visa please submit the application documents by

June 15th for the fall starting programs
December 15th for the spring Master program (International Business).

The admission result is valid for more than one year, so we recommend that you start applying even before having your Bachelor's degree certificate in order to save time, apply for visa if needed and secure yourself a study discount of 1,500 Euro (early-bird discount available for fall term until March 15th and for spring term application until September 15). Please get informed from your country' consulate how long the visa process currently takes and prepare acordingly.

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