Master
German + English
Law & Economics
ESB Business School: European Management Studies (Master of Arts)
Master
About the Program
Two countries, three languages, one double degree Over four semesters, the Master of Arts in European Management Studies will make you an expert in Franco-German economic relations. With knowledge of three languages, you will be very well prepared not only for the Franco-German jobs market but also for those in other countries. Semester one: ESB Business School study semester Semester two: Internship semester at a company with Franco-German business relations, supported by the ESB Business School The internship must be taken at a company that uses German as its corporate language. There are no restrictions on the choice of industry or field for the internship. Semester three: EM Strasbourg study semester (alternating weekly between company and university) Semester four: Internship semester ("Apprentissage" apprenticeship) at EM Strasbourg + Master's thesis In the fourth semester, you will write your Master's thesis in cooperation with the company. The thesis is supervised by a professor from the EM École de Management and can be written in German, French, or English. At the end of your studies, you will receive two Master's degrees, one from the ESB Business School at Reutlingen University and one from the École de Management at the University of Strasbourg.
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Two countries, three languages, one double degree Over four semesters, the Master of Arts in European Management Studies will make you an expert in Franco-German economic relations. With knowledge of three languages, you will be very well prepared not only for the Franco-German jobs market but also for those in other countries. Semester one: ESB Business School study semester Semester two: Internship semester at a company with Franco-German business relations, supported by the ESB Business School The internship must be taken at a company that uses German as its corporate language. There are no restrictions on the choice of industry or field for the internship. Semester three: EM Strasbourg study semester (alternating weekly between company and university) Semester four: Internship semester ("Apprentissage" apprenticeship) at EM Strasbourg + Master's thesis In the fourth semester, you will write your Master's thesis in cooperation with the company. The thesis is supervised by a professor from the EM École de Management and can be written in German, French, or English. At the end of your studies, you will receive two Master's degrees, one from the ESB Business School at Reutlingen University and one from the École de Management at the University of Strasbourg.
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
Language
Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to ESB Business School: European Management Studies (Master of Arts) at Hochschule Reutlingen?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about ESB Business School: European Management Studies (Master of Arts) at Hochschule Reutlingen
Is ESB Business School: European Management Studies (Master of Arts) at Hochschule Reutlingen taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the ESB Business School: European Management Studies (Master of Arts) programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for ESB Business School: European Management Studies (Master of Arts) at Hochschule Reutlingen? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying ESB Business School: European Management Studies (Master of Arts)? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Hochschule Reutlingen — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.