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MBA without a Bachelor's

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About the Program

An MBA (Master of Business Administration) is a highly coveted degree that offers professionals the opportunity to enhance their career prospects and gain in-depth knowledge of management. This program discusses whether pursuing an MBA without a bachelor's degree makes sense. Munich Business School is of the clear opinion that a bachelor's degree is essential as a basis for an MBA program in order to gain the maximum effect and full benefit from such studies. The MBA is a practice-oriented course of study that aims to provide students with in-depth management knowledge and leadership skills, aimed primarily at professionals and executives who want to take their careers to the next level.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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 MBA without a Bachelor's at Munich Business School

Is MBA without a Bachelor's at Munich Business School taught in German or English? ▼

This Other 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 MBA without a Bachelor's programme cost? ▼

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

What are the admission requirements for MBA without a Bachelor's at Munich Business School? ▼

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 MBA without a Bachelor's? ▼

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 Munich Business School — 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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