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MBA Business Administration

FOM University of Applied Sciences Essen

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  • Over 1,500 EUR/sem
    Tuition
  • Winter and summer
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  • English
    Language
  • 30 Dec
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About the programme

FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics and Management is one of Germany's largest private universities. Founded in 1993, it caters primarily to working professionals seeking to further their education without interrupting their careers. With a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, FOM focuses on business, economics, engineering, and health & social sciences. The university boasts a significant network of campuses across Germany, making it accessible to a broad range of students. FOM's commitment to combining academic rigor with practical relevance is designed to equip students with the skills needed to excel in their professional lives.

Fields of study

Business & Management(Business & Economics)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Business Administration at FOM University of Applied Sciences

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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an adequate knowledge of English (corresponding to an intermediate language level B2 according GER, e.g. at least 860 points TOEIC or at least 83 points TOEFL)

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
210

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

Work experience
12 months
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University degree¹ worth 210 credit points² (interested parties with a university degree worth 180 credit points² can gain access to the course after establishing appropriately qualified professional experience or other university achievements)

90 ECTS credits

at least one year’s professional experience after the first degree

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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required 2 pages

yes, required

required

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

1. 90 ECTS credits

2. University degree1 (Diplom, Magister, Bachelor, Staatsexamen) worth 210 Credit Points² (applicants with a university degree worth 180 Credit Points² may be admitted to a course after appropriate professional experience or other university achievements are recognised)

3. at least one year’s professional experience after the first degree

4. an adequate knowledge of English (corresponding to an intermediate language level B2 according GER, e.g. at least 860 points TOEIC or at least 83 points TOEFL)

5. must currently be employed³

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Business Administration

Programme-specific documents

Authenticated copy of general university entrance qualification certificate and school-leaving certificate or high school diploma

Curriculum Vitae

Authenticated copy of bachelor's degree certificate (for details check the admission requirements and Transcript of Records bachelor's degree

Proof of sufficient English language skills (at least B2 proficiency level – for details check the admission requirements)

Only for MBA: Proof of professional activity for at least 1 year after completion of the bachelor's degree (prerequisite)

Scan of passport

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Business Administration at FOM University of Applied Sciences

Application procedure

Please download the application form at the bottom of this page.

Step 1: Register your personal data and educational background in the application form.

Step 2: Please send the filled out and signed application form as well as the following documents as certified copies via email to [email protected]:

Authenticated copy of General university entrance qualification certificate

Curriculum vitae

Authenticated copy of Bachelor degree certificate (for details check the admission requirements)

Authenticated copy of Transcript of records Bachelor’s degree

If applicable: Authenticated copy of Master degree and diploma

Proof of sufficient English language skills (at least B2 proficiency level – for details check the admission requirements)

Proof of professional activity for at least 1 year after completion of the bachelor degree (prerequisite)

Scan of passport

Please always enter your full name as it is mentioned in your passport. If you do not have a last name, please enter "-".

All documents must be in German or English. If your original document is written in another language, you must have your document translated by a certified translator. Please then send a certified copy of the original and the certified translation when applying.

Please send all documents as one PDF and name the file as followed: Last name, first name_Study programme (e.g. Smith, Jane_Big Data and Business Analytics).

Note: Where can I have my documents certified?

issuing institutions, e.g. schools, universities and language schools,

the Ministry of Education in your home country

the German embassies and consulates,

the cultural department of the embassy of the country from which the certificate originates,

the authorities and notaries who are authorised to carry out official certification in your home country.

Important: Translators are not allowed to certify documents in the original language.

Step 3: After the successful admission the originals and authenticated documents as well as the originally signed registration form need to be handed in at the International Office.

Selection process

-Direct verification of your data for completeness

-Direct upload of the documents to be submitted

-Receive a summary of your credentials immediately

-Examination to fulfill the admission requirements and feedback within 5 - 10 working days

Application quick facts

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APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Herkulesstraße 32, 45127 Essen, Germany

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Costs

Tuition

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Semester contribution

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Estimated year-1 total cost

14,904 – 23,904 EUR

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Additional fee information

17.5000 euros

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