Course description
Master of Business Administration.
Credit Points: 60 ECTS or 90 ECTS
Duration Full Time: 12 or 18 months
Duratioon Part Time: 12, 18, 24, 36 or 48 months
Study Model: Online + On Campus
Reworked Program Description (MM).
Envision yourself at the helm of a business or contributing to a leading company in your industry? Take that crucial first step towards turning your aspirations into achievements by pursuing a Master of Business Administration at IU. Gain insights into pivotal aspects of global markets and companies, learning how to navigate them effectively and leverage them to your advantage. From mastering marketing strategies to honing leadership skills and understanding finance, IU's program covers it all, unlocking your full potential along the way.
Why IU?
• Affordable: Enjoy discounts on online and campus tuition fees
• Flexible: 24/7 access to IU’s digital learning materials, wherever you are
• 24/7 Assistance: IU’s AI-driven teaching assistant helps you prepare for exams, find materials in the virtual library, and clarify questions
• Career-oriented: Courses combine theory and practical application through real-world case studies
• International: All programmes are accredited according to German and EU standards in education
Entry Requirements:
Academic Requirements:
- Completed undergraduate degree (210 ECTS for the 60 ECTS variant, 180 ECTS for the 90 ECTS variant) from an officially recognised university.
- Final grade of at least "Satisfactory" or grade C equivalent in your undergraduate studies.
Work Experience:
- At least one year of qualified work experience before the start of the IU Online Master programme (achieved after previous studies).
- At least two years’ qualified work experience completed by the end of the Master programme.
English Level:
- Proof of English skills.
- If English is your native language or you graduated from an English-speaking school/university, you do not have to prove your English skills.
Accreditations and Rankings:
Accredited.
IU International University of Applied Sciences has received system accreditation from EQAR, FIBAA, the German Accreditation Council, the German Council of Science and Humanities, and WES Canada. This means their courses, faculty and teaching material all match the rigorous standards that have been set for them and they can now accredit their own programmes.Cambridge Assessment International Education /High School Diploma A-Levels
IU is the first online university partner of Cambridge International's high school diploma A-Levels. Students now have a chance to earn a high school diploma while studying for a bachelor’s degree – with no additional cost. The A-Levels is a unique 12-month course with a 150-hour workload, which you take alongside your bachelor courses. The A-Levels concludes with an exam that can be retaken an infinite number of times.Awards and Rankings
IU is the first German university to get 99/100 on the QS Stars Report, but they also topped 6 out of 25 categories in Germany’s largest university ranking by CHE. Recently IU’s online MBA programmes ranked 26th in Europe in the prestigious QS Online MBA Rankings, an impressive achievement and recognition on the international stage.
Global Recognition
As IU is recognised by WES Canada and U.S., their degrees can be converted into points according to local academic standards in the Canadian Immigration Point System and American Immigration Assessment Scheme. In April 2023, IU became the first German university to be a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the only public authority in India that ascertains foreign institutions. This means that their on-campus programmes are recognised by employers across India and other Commonwealth Nations.
Memberships
IU is a member of the Business Graduate’s Association, Online Learning Consortium, AASCB, and UNESCO's Global Education Coalition. These memberships give them connections to other institutions, companies, and NGOs as well as top-tier degree programmes and lifelong learning development courses. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, IU helps students in need to continue their education and pursue lifelong learning.
Academic Partners
Through partnerships with academic institutions from all around the world, IU offers a more affordable way for students to study and live abroad. The IU Study Abroad Alliance lets students start a degree online at IU and complete it at a partner university in the US, UK, Canada, Australia or Europe, where career opportunities are aplenty.
Welcome to IU!
They are currently preparing over 100,000 students in various study models for a successful start to their careers. You can find an overview of more facts and figures here:
Students: 100,000+
Degree courses: Bachelor’s, Master’s and MBA degree courses
Teaching and support staff: 600+
94 percent of IU's graduates find a job within the first three months of graduating and, after two years, an average of 80 percent have management responsibilities. These results are based on the fact that, in addition to teaching professional expertise, IU focuses on training social and intercultural competence—plus all IU professors have a minimum of five years’ experience working directly in their field. IU is proud of its graduates and the impressive careers they have built.
