MBA in Germany

The University of Tubingen offers a Master of Science in International Business, which is a two-year full-time programme that focuses on global markets, intercultural competence, and business expertise. The programme is taught in German and English, and requires applicants to have a bachelor’s degree in economics, business administration, or a related field, as well as a minimum of 12 months of relevant work experience. The programme also expects students to spend one semester abroad at a partner university. The tuition fee for the programme is 3,000 euros per semester, plus an administrative fee of 170 euros.

• The Leipzig University does not offer a specific MBA program, but it has a Master of Science in Business Administration, which is a two-year full-time programme that covers various aspects of management, such as accounting, finance, marketing, strategy, and innovation. The programme is taught in English, and requires applicants to have a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field, as well as a valid GMAT or GRE score. The programme also allows students to choose from different specializations, such as entrepreneurship, sustainability, or digital transformation. The tuition fee for the programme is 1,500 euros per semester, plus an administrative fee of 230 euros.

Some of the factors that you may want to consider when choosing between the two universities are:

• The ranking and reputation of the university and the program
• The curriculum and pedagogy of the program
• The faculty and research output of the university
• The placement and alumni network of the program
• The cost of living and studying in the city
• The visa and immigration policies of the country
• The cultural and social aspects of the city

According to the QS World University Rankings 2022, the University of Tubingen ranks 175th in the world and 13th in Germany, while the Leipzig University ranks 301st in the world and 20th in Germany. The University of Tubingen also ranks 51st in the world and 8th in Europe for business and management studies, while the Leipzig University ranks 201-250 in the world and 51-75 in Europe for the same subject.

According to the Eduniversal Best Masters Ranking 2020, the University of Tubingen ranks 18th in the world and 4th in Western Europe for its Master of Science in International Business, while the Leipzig University ranks 51st in the world and 19th in Western Europe for its Master of Science in Business Administration.

Based on these rankings, it seems that the University of Tubingen has a slight edge over the Leipzig University in terms of its international business program’s quality, reputation, and outcomes. The Leipzig University, on the other hand, may offer a more flexible and diverse program, as well as a lower tuition fee.

The general IU International University of Applied Sciences MBA requirements are listed below:

Academic Criteria

·      Complete a degree from recognised university or college

·      Must have a “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent earned in your previous degree

·      Your UG degree must amount to 210 ECTS credits to begin a 60-ECTS MBA and 180 ECTS to begin a 90-ECTS MBA

Professional Experience

·      International students must have at least one year of professional work experience before starting an MBA programme

English Language Proficiency Exams

·      TOEFL (minimum 80 points) or?

·      IELTS (minimum Level 6) or?

·      Duolingo English Test (minimum 95 points)

Additional Test Score

International students may submit the test score of GMAT/ GRE for IU Germany MBA admission

Also read: Study MBA in Germany without GMAT