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M.Sc. Business Administration

Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin) Berlin

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  • No tuition
    Tuition
  • Winter intake
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  • English
    Language
  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 31 May
    Next 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

Business & Management(Business & Economics)

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

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0

German language

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Not Required

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
120

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

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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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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Business Administration at Humboldt University of Berlin (HU Berlin)

Application quick facts

Apply via

Via uni-assist

uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

Mode

online

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

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

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

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Admission outcomes

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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