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Over 30 Years of Educational Competence
AACSB-Accredited and officially recognised for an unlimited period
Anyone who has decided on a course of study is faced with the question: Which university is right for me? The most important criteria for first-year students, such as the quality of teaching, excellent results in university rankings, an international accreditation (AACSB), a semester abroad, career opportunities, great partner universities or networking opportunities shape your development and are therefore an integral part of ISM.
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Only accredited private German university of applied sciences
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Excellent results for lecturer quality & practical relevance
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Ranked as one of the best private German universities
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Excellent results
in the Global Multirank
Why studying at the ISM is the perfect choice:
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International
- currently only private university of applied sciences in Germany holding the AACSB accreditation
- students of approx. 84 nationalities
- many international lecturers and over 56 guest lecturers
- intensive language training (English, English or Spanish, Italian or French)
- chance to gain valuable international experience during a compulsory semester abroad
- around 190 renowned partner universities
- optimal preparation for a global business career
Practice-oriented
- best possible preparation for a successful professional life
- committed university lecturers from the business world
- ideal support by the Career Center
- opportunity for professional development in national and international internships
- practical learning content and projects with well-known companies
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Personal and individual
- small study groups & a personal atmosphere
- individual support for your development
- 1:7 supervision ratio of university teachers/students
- open-door policy
A strong network - for a lifetime
- from day one - part of the ISM community
- make contacts in practice at various ISM events
- stay in touch after graduation through the ISM Alumni Network
- AACSB-accredited and member of AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
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Sustainability
Here at ISM, we set an example for increased sustainability in our lives with degree programs and continuing education programs on the topics of Sustainability & Business Transformation.
We believe that each individual can make a difference, and to this end are supporting Treedom and look forward to seeing our ISM forest play a part in making our earth a little bit greener. For more information, please visit our Sustainability page.
Your Benefits
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ISM StudyPlus
- Evening online German classes
- Language Courses: French, Spanish, Italian, German
- Learning of Hands-on Skills (Excel, SPSS, Photoshop or Scientific Methods)
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Sport & Health
- Barmer Health Coach
- Cooperation with Fitness Studios
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Digital Package
- Office 365
- Learning Tutorials
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Advanced Training
- University Certificates
- Business Coach Training at Kienbaum Institute@ISM