M.Sc. Business Administration
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- Winter intakeIntake
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- 4 semestersDuration
- 31 MayNext deadline
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About the programme
Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin) is a prestigious institution known for its strong academic programs and research opportunities. The university's Business Administration course is highly regarded, offering students a comprehensive understanding of business principles and practices. With a focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, the program prepares students for successful careers in various business sectors. HU Berlin's faculty members are experts in their fields, providing students with valuable insights and mentorship. Overall, the university's Business Administration course at HU Berlin is a top choice for those seeking a high-quality education in the field of business.
Fields of study
How to apply
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Business Administration at Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin)
English language
German language
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Not Required
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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Required
Not Required
Proof of "Qualification acquired outside of university studies: Practical professional experience in the commercial/business administration field of at least 1800 hours"
APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related degree with at least 120 ECTS credits in economic subjects (including methodological subject areas and economically relevant areas of law).
If the degree is still outstanding at the time of application, proof must be provided that no more than 30 ECTS credits have yet to be acquired.
However, the 120 ECTS credits in economic subjects must be proven at the time of application.
basic knowledge of econometrics amounting to at least 6 ECTS credit
At least 24 ECTS credits must be proven in the methodological fields in mathematics, statistics, econometrics, and microeconomics.
Youcheck the official admission requirements by clicking here (document in German language).
Work Experience
Practical work experience is an advantage
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Business Administration
Programme-specific documents
Please note that an application cannot be considered unless uni-assist has received all the required documentation within the prescribed period.
The following documents must be attached to an application:
Officially authenticated copies of educational certificates obtained so far, including the secondary school leaving certificate together with marks received and, if applicable, university entrance examination documentation, evidence of study areas and grades obtained in previous studies including an explanation of the given grading system, graduation certificate and, if applicable, diploma supplement.
Enrolment certificate, if you are a student at another German or European higher education institution at the time you apply for a place at Humboldt, or Certificate of exmatriculation (Exmatrikulationsbescheinigung) specifying the areas of study and number of semesters if you have previously studied at another higher education institution in Germany.
German translations of all certificates (exception: documents in English) as officially authenticated copies.
Evidence of German language skills (see language requirements) and/or English, French, Spanish proof, etc. as officially authenticated copies - if applicable for the chosen subject.
A CV starting with the beginning of school education up till now.
A photocopy of your passport or identity card (for applicants from the EU).
Please send authenticated copies of your original certificates and of original translations. Not only educational certificates but also language certificates must be submitted in the form of authenticated copies.
This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application quick facts
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Via uni-assist
uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.
Mode
online
APS
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Application fee
0 EUR
Address
Compass bzw. Studienberatung
Address
Street
Unter den Linden 6
Zipcode10117City
Berlin
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
N/A
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
22,944 – 34,344 EUR
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
20%
1 accepted out of 5 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.04
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
2.04
Best admitted grade
German scale
2.25
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 5 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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