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International Business (MSc)

Master

International School of Management (ISM) Dortmund · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

The Master of Science in International Business can be combined with every undergraduate degree course, regardless of what the students have studied before, and is therefore aimed specifically at engineers, IT graduates, communication experts, and humanities graduates who wish to study business administration at Master's level and with an international, highly practical emphasis. The Master's course covers important areas of business education such as business law, international marketing, production, procurement or financial management. In combination with your first degree, you will have an exceptional range of specific knowledge and the soft skills that will make you particularly attractive for employers, thus broadening your career prospects. Did you know? ISM was the first German private university of applied sciences to be internationally AACSB accredited – only around six percent of business schools worldwide are AACSB accredited, an internationally-recognised mark of quality for excellence in teaching, research, and social impact.
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The Master of Science in International Business can be combined with every undergraduate degree course, regardless of what the students have studied before, and is therefore aimed specifically at engineers, IT graduates, communication experts, and humanities graduates who wish to study business administration at Master's level and with an international, highly practical emphasis. The Master's course covers important areas of business education such as business law, international marketing, production, procurement or financial management. In combination with your first degree, you will have an exceptional range of specific knowledge and the soft skills that will make you particularly attractive for employers, thus broadening your career prospects. Did you know? ISM was the first German private university of applied sciences to be internationally AACSB accredited – only around six percent of business schools worldwide are AACSB accredited, an internationally-recognised mark of quality for excellence in teaching, research, and social impact.

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How do I apply to International Business (MSc) at International School of Management (ISM)?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about International Business (MSc) at International School of Management (ISM)

Is International Business (MSc) at International School of Management (ISM) taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the International Business (MSc) programme cost? ▼

6.480 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for International Business (MSc) at International School of Management (ISM)? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (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 International Business (MSc)? ▼

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 International School of Management (ISM) — 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.

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