International Business Management (MSc)
HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law) · Berlin, Germany
Application deadline
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Applications can be submitted from 1 December for the following academic year. They are reviewed on a rolling basis until the Admission Board has selected a cohort of 30 students. As places are limited, early application is strongly recommended. For non-European applicants, the recommended deadline is 30 May due to visa processing times, while the deadline for European applicants is 31 July.
Starts
Winter semester
Tuition
8,300
EUR, see source for period
Duration
2 semesters
Taught in
English
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Can you get in?
- Academic requirements
- To apply for this postgraduate programme, you need: a completed undergraduate degree (from a university or university of applied sciences, or a Bachelor's degree from a university of cooperative education) from any discipline, a minimum of one year of work experience after graduating, and proof of excellent English skills (see below).
- English
- B2B2 required, proof via placement test/interview
- German
- Not required for admission.
- How you apply
- Directly to HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law). The official programme listing links to the application portal.
- Application period
- Applications can be submitted from 1 December for the following academic year. They are reviewed on a rolling basis until the Admission Board has selected a cohort of 30 students.
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Check my profile — freeWhat your first year costs
- Tuition (2 semesters)
- €16,600
- Semester contribution (2×)
- €700
- Living costs (12 months)
- €12,000
- First year, about
- €29,300
From the programme's DAAD listing. The living-cost figure is the university's own estimate.
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Compare my optionsThe programme
The Master's International Business Management builds on a knowledge of basic concepts, theories and applied business administration to develop a comprehensive understanding of international management. This takes into account both strategic and operative aspects – and focuses on a project-based and applied approach.
- How it is organised
- The programme is structured around 12 modules, each ending with an exam. The programme provides fundamental cross-sector and cross-functional skills and knowledge in international management.
- Internships
- There is no compulsory internship in the programme. However, students might take the opportunity and arrange for an internship at a host company during the Master's thesis (which can be written in form of a company…
- Part-time work
- There are many job opportunities for students in Berlin. Non-EU students are permitted to work within specified limits.
- Support for international students
- The Welcome Service can provide advice and support on the following topics: Visas & staying in Germany Living & finding accommodation in Berlin Applying for an apartment Taking out health insurance Matriculating,…
From your country
General requirements for master's applicants. Rules change — confirm with the university and your local German mission.
🇮🇳 Applying from India
- An APS India certificate is mandatory before your visa appointment — processing takes weeks, so start it the day you decide to apply.
- Budget for the blocked account (€11,904 for one year in 2026 — verify the current amount with the German Embassy).
- IELTS/TOEFL is typically required; some universities accept a Medium-of-Instruction letter — check the official program page.
🇳🇬 Applying from Nigeria
- Proof of funds is usually a blocked account; open it early — transfers and verification take time.
- WAEC/NECO results are assessed via uni-assist for most universities; a Studienkolleg year may be required for bachelor's entry.
- Visa appointment slots in Lagos and Abuja book out months ahead — book as soon as you have an admission letter.
🇻🇳 Applying from Vietnam
- APS Vietnam certification applies to Vietnamese applicants — schedule the document check before university deadlines.
- Most universities want IELTS 6.0–6.5 for English-taught programs; requirements vary by program.
- Plan finances around the blocked account plus health insurance — both are checked at the visa stage.
🇧🇩 Applying from Bangladesh
- Document verification is strict: keep certificates, transcripts, and bank papers consistent and genuine — discrepancies sink applications.
- The blocked account is the standard proof of funds. You do not need an admission letter to open one, so set it up alongside your applications.
- Apply to several programs in parallel — visa processing in Dhaka can be slow, and an early admission letter buys you time.
Living in Berlin
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