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International Management (CEMS MIM) – Master of Science

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About the Program

The University of Cologne's MSc International Management and CEMS Master's programme is designed to provide you with excellent academic and practical training in international management with an international focus for your future career in an international business environment. CEMS network This network is a global alliance of 33 leading business schools across five continents, more than 70 multinational corporations, and eight social partners that together offer the CEMS Master’s in International Management (MIM). The University of Cologne’s Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences (the “WiSo Faculty”) is a founding member – and the only German member – of the CEMS alliance. The CEMS MIM is a pre-experience postgraduate degree. It is open to top-class, internationally minded, multilingual students enrolled in the MSc in International Management programme at the WiSo Faculty. It offers: international course experience intercultural study groups a semester abroad at one of the top business schools in the CEMS Global Alliance in Management Education a consultancy project carried out in collaboration with multinational companies soft skills seminars geared towards developing leadership skills numerous opportunities to meet and network with representatives of renowned international companies

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

English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

Business Administration

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about International Management (CEMS MIM) – Master of Science at Universität zu Köln

Is International Management (CEMS MIM) – Master of Science at Universität zu Köln 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 Management (CEMS MIM) – Master of Science 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 International Management (CEMS MIM) – Master of Science at Universität zu Köln? ▼

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 Management (CEMS MIM) – Master of Science? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Universität zu Köln — 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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