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Double Master's Programme in Business Administration

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  • 4 semesters
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  • 15 May
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About the programme

The University of Cologne is a prestigious institution located in Germany, known for its excellent academic programs and research opportunities. The Double Master's Programme in Business Administration is a unique offering that allows students to earn two master's degrees in just two years. This program combines the expertise of the University of Cologne with a partner university, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of global business practices. Students in this program have the opportunity to study abroad and gain valuable international experience, preparing them for successful careers in the business world. The University of Cologne's Double Master's Programme in Business Administration is a highly competitive and rigorous program that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel 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 Double Master's Programme in Business Administration at University of Cologne

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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Applicants do not need to submit to English test certificate:

if they have completed a bachelor's degree or master's degree taught entirely in English or

in which they have completed a double bachelor degree

if they have a International Baccalaureat or

if they are native speakers.

All other students have to have their own language skills by submitting one of the following international language test certificates:

TOEFL iBT with at least 92 points or

IELTS with at least 6.5 or

Cambridge CAE (A, B or C) or CPE (A, B or C)

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
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If you have not finished your bachelor's studies but have passed at least 80% of the required credits (at least 144 credits in a bachelor degree carrying 180 ECTS credits), you can apply by submitting a confirmation of all credits earned so far, along with a provisional average grade computed and certified by your examination office. Please note that the remaining credits must be earned by 30 September at the latest.

Bachelor's degree certificate : If you have not finished your bachelor studies but have passed at least 80% of the required credits (at least 144 credits in a bachelor degree carrying 180 ECTS credits), you can apply by submitting a confirmation of all credits earned so as well as having a provisional average grade computed and certified by your examination office. Please note that the remaining credits must be received by September 30th at the latest.

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

Prerequisites

Completed bachelor's degree

Completed Bachelor's degree programme that corresponds to the subject of the selected Master's degree programme.

If you have not completed your bachelor's degree, you must have earned at least 80% of the credit points and have completed the outstanding courses by September 30 at the latest.

The subject-related and language admission requirements as well as the minimum grade must be fulfilled at the time of application.

Bachelor's gradeat least 2.7 (German grade)

Subject-related requirements

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1. at least 78 ECTS in the fields of Business Administration and Economics

2.    - from this at least 48 ECTS in the field of Business Administration

3.    - from this at least 18 ECTS in the field of Economics

4. at least 15 ECTS in the fields of Statistics and/or Mathematics (only modules with mathematical and/or statistical methodological skills; pure (software) application skills are not accepted)

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Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Double Master's Programme in Business Administration

Programme-specific documents

Bachelor's certificate or proof that 80 % have been succesfully completed

Transcript of records

Transcript of semester abroad

Subject-related admission criteria

School leaving certificate

Course catalogue

Proof of English language skills

Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Motivation

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Admission test

This programme applies directly to the university, with a VPD from 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 Double Master's Programme in Business Administration at University of Cologne

Application procedure

All applications fulfilling the entry requirements, will be assessed. Shortlisted applications will be invited for an interview (face-to-face or online) taking place in June.

Where an application for the Double Master's Programme is unsuccessful, it will automatically considered in the selection procedure for the standard M.Sc. in Business Administration at the University of Cologne, provided all entry requirements are fulfilled.

We can only include students to the Double Master's Programme who reach the minimum score and receive an admission to the regular programme in which the double degree option is integreated in. You can find details on how to calculate the score at the "Admission test & selection procedure" section on the application website of the M.Sc. Business Administration. To find out what has been the minimum score during the last two admission rounds, you can check the "Admission results" section in the FAQs & Admission Results.

Selection process

All applications fulfilling the entry requirements, will be assessed. Shortlisted applications will be invited for an online interview taking place in June.

Where an application for the Double Master's Programme is unsuccessful, it will automatically considered in the selection procedure for the standard M.Sc. in Business Administration at the University of Cologne, provided all entry requirements are fulfilled.

We can only include students to the Double Master's Programme who reach the minimum score and receive an admission to the regular programme in which the double degree option is integrated in. You can find details on how to calculate the score at the "Admission test & selection procedure" section on the application website of the M.Sc. Business Administration. In the "Admission results" section, you can also find out what the minimum score was in the last two admission rounds.

Application quick facts

Apply via

uni-assist VPD, then direct

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

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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

Xenia Elbrächter, Albertus-Magnus-Platz , 50923 Köln

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

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Semester contribution

320 EUR

per semester

Application fee

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per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,544 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

There are no tuition fees at the University of Cologne. Tuition fees at the partner universities are waived.

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