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Bachelor in Berlin


Join us at one of Berlin's best private business schools

The first private German University of Applied Sciences that is internationally AACSB accredited!

Bachelor programs at a glance

Standard period of study
6 semester (7 semester with the 'Global Track')
Semester start

March (spring term) or September (fall term) 

Study types

Full-time on campus or in Distance Learning

Degree

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Language
100 % in English
Practical experience

20 weeks of compulsory internships, workshops and company excursions; integrated semester abroad.

Tuition fees

5,970 Euro per semester.
Tip: sign a contract by December 15 and enjoy a discount for spring.

Find the right Bachelor’s program in Berlin

The focus of our Bachelor’s at ISM campus Berlin is on international management and finance degrees. The Bachelor’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.

If you're rather looking for a degree in Information Systems or Applied Business Analytics, you may consider one of our other campuses, such as Dortmund, Frankfurt, Munich or Hamburg.

Full-time Bachelor's in Berlin

Degree obtained: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Full-time Bachelor’s at other campuses

Degree obtained: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

International AACSB accreditation for ISM

Only around 6% of business schools worldwide are AACSB-accredited – an internationally recognized mark of quality for excellence in teaching, research, and social impact.

Your advantages at the International School of Management

International

Students of 84 nationa­lities and network of around 190 partner universities abroad.

Practical

Practice-oriented education, individual support, and optimal preparation for professional life.

Individual

Strong practical learning in small study groups, with personalized support.

Strong community

Connected, international community. Support of an active alumni and corporate network.

High employability

More than 60% of ISM students kick-start their careers before graduation.

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B.Sc. International Management

Earning your Bachelor in International Management degree from ISM is a great choice for anyone interested in an international management career.

This Bachelor’s provides a solid foundation in business management principles and practices, with an emphasis on developing integrated, practical business skills essential in the global marketplace.

If you're passionate about different management styles, cultural diversity, have strong communication and problem-solving skills, and are interested in international economics, an international management Bachelor’s degree might be the right choice for you.

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B.Sc. Finance & Management

The Bachelor in Finance & Management prepares you for the field of business and fundamentals on one hand, and financial management, on the other. Whether you are interested in financial planning, business taxation or corporate finance - the Bachelor in Finance combines the principles of business administration with extensive specific knowledge on the management of the financial sector.

If you don't shy away from mathematics, quantitative methods and accounting and have an analytical mind, you're known for keeping track of things and have a passion for numbers, taxes and balance sheets, then you should consider studying finance.

Nadja Haarhoff ISM alumna
#Springboard to your career
Pursuing a global career in Hong Kong

Nadia Haarhoff moved to Hong Kong, China, after completing her bachelor's degree in International Management at ISM. Here she got a job at BASF in Global Business Management for Formulation Additives - meaning additives for coatings and paints. "I take care of the global marketing of our six product groups. My team and I are responsible for brand design. For example, we create brochures and are responsible for redesigning tradeshow appearances." After this position, Nadja advanced in her management career and is a Sales Manager at JEB Furniture Solutions in Hong Kong.


Why should you get your Bachelor’s at ISM Berlin

The International School of Management (ISM) is a state-recognized private university with over 30 years of educational experience, accredited by the German Council of Science and Humanities, FIBAA, and holding the prestigious international AACSB accreditation.

With seven campuses in Germany and one of its newest campuses in Berlin, established in 2019, ISM is considered one of the top-ranked business schools in Germany.

Are you looking for a practical, in-demand bachelor's degree in a management or business IT-related subject, learning from excellent faculty staff and gaining experience in the fast-paced world of international business? As an international University of Applied Sciences, we focus on a highly practical, real-world business education with an international focus, helping students from all over the world take the next steps in their successful academic and professional careers.

Important criteria for new students, such as the quality of teaching, internship opportunities, job market entry opportunities, an 18-month work permit after graduation, exciting semester(s) abroad and a broad network of partners, shape your academic development and are therefore an integral part of ISM's culture. These success factors are reflected in all our degree programs as well as in our top positions in university rankings.

Furthermore, our bachelor programs do NOT have a numerus clausus (NC) and for Turkish students no foundation year is required prior to starting your studies. ISM recognizes your regular school leaving certificate from Turkey together with the Turkish university entrance exam ÖSYM.

Earning a Bachelor's degree in Germany can have a great impact on your resume and career opportunities. Explore the internationally recognized undergraduate programs we offer in Berlin and at six other locations. Let's shape your future together!


Entry requirements for Turkish applicants

Our Bachelor programs are designed for applicants who have achieved general qualification for German university admission.

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

  • Transcript of records. No specific Numerus Clausus (NC) is required to apply at ISM!
  • School leaving certificate (if available)
  • Turkish university entrance exam ÖSYM (if available)
  • Short Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Optional: English language certificate corresponding to level B2 (if available).

We will gladly perform a fast check for you if you send us your documents above. Upon examination and sucessful verification of your documents, you will be asked to apply online.

Recommended application period beforehand for Turkish students: ca. 3-4 months before semester start.


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.


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!

ISM Campus Berlin University of Applied Sciences

How to apply at ISM from Türkiye

Step 1

Online application

  • Registration for the admission process
  • Submission of application documents to a study advisor and then online
Step 2

Admission test

  • Self-assessment tests in Math and English
  • Online interview with ISM faculty
Step 3

Decision. visa & study start

  • Based upon results, possible intensive course required in Maths and/or English
  • Contract signing
  • Visa application, if needed.
Embarking on your academic journey in Germany begins with a straightforward online application process. First, choose your preferred degree.
Step 1: Online Application
Verify admission requirements
  • If you're dreaming of spending your undergraduate studies in the heart of Europe, you have to meet certain eligibility requirements, such as having a school leaving certifcate that entitles you to study at a German university.
  • So first, ensure your higher secondary education is recognized – this means your 10+2 certificate must be equivalent to the German Abitur. At ISM we recognize your regular school leaving certificate from Turkey as well as the Turkish university entrance exam ÖSYM.
  • Second, we ask future students to have an English level corresponding to the B2 level European framework.
  • Having a prior English certificate is not necessary for registering in a Bachelor’s program at ISM.
  • If you do not have an English language certificate such as TOEFL, Cambridge or IELTS, we will ask you to take an English assessment test online as integral part of the admission process.

Send us your documents for a pre-check of your application
  • Gather all available documents such as transcripts of your grades (transcript of records), school leaving certificate (if already available), Turkish university entrance exam ÖSYM (if available), write your CV, and make sure that you have a valid passport.
    Send these documents to our study advisor (see below) to verify whether you meet the general criteria to apply. They will gladly perform a fast check before we can give you green light to upload your documents online. This service as well as the application itself is free of charge.

Apply online for admission
  • Apply for an admission test date online and subsequently fill out the online application form on our website.
  • We'll send you a link to our Application Portal where you can upload your documents by email after you have registered for an "admission test". Besides the documents mentioned above, we ask you to include a digital passport photo, the original, translated copies of your certificates and a short, compelling motivation letter.
    In your application, we are interested to get to know you better, your background and the motivation for your studies. There is no Numerus Clausus (NC) in our programs, so no worries. Please upload everything in PDF format. 
  • Register here for the admission process.
Step 2: Online assessment in Maths and English and online interview
Take online assessment in Mathematics and English
  • Once you've registered online for admission, any time prior to your admission interview day you will have to take two assessments online, one in Mathematics and one in English (if you do not have any language cerficate or have not studied in English). You’ll receive the link to the online tests as well as the subjects needed to prepare with instructions from us by email.

Online interview with university
  • On the admission test day you will have an interview with our staff. We want to get to know you and your motivation to study at ISM. We’ll also briefly discuss with you the results of your math & English tests and clarify the next steps and your questions. 
  • Once you've had your interview, you await the admission committee's decision, which usually takes a few days.
Step 3: Decision and visa application
Study place decision and study preparation
  • Once you've successfully passed your interview, you will receive a study contract for you to sign.
  • Then you'll make your decision. Once accepted, you will receive a confirmation letter from us with which you can apply for a student visa at the German Embassy in Turkey and start the visa and other procedures needed to study.
  • Our International Officers and your study advisor will be there to help with questions.

For further information, please check our application page. You can apply now with a fee discount of 500 Euro until December 15!

Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your career with a German Bachelor’s degree at ISM. Request more information from a study advisor.


Do you have any questions? Please contact me!

Marrit Koenig

Study advisor Bachelor's programs in Berlin

Marrit Koenig
+49 30.3 15 19 35-22
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