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M.Sc. Business Administration

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  • 15 Feb
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About the programme

The Master of Business Administration at the University of Potsdam is a part-time, continuing education MBA for people already in work. It runs over 4 semesters for 90 credit points, is taught in German and English, and you can start at any time of the year. You alternate between on-site phases and distance learning. The programme combines business management with a high share of practical work and trains your analytical and strategic thinking. You choose one industry focus: Biotechnology and Medical Technology, Information Technology, Innovative Technologies, Innovative Health Management, or Negotiation Management. It is designed mainly for engineers, natural scientists, people working in health management and HR managers, as well as founders from the life science and IT sectors who want to move into management and leadership roles.

Fields of study

Business & Management(Business & Economics)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Business Administration at University of Potsdam

English language

IELTS Overall
6/ 9.0
Reading
5.5
Writing
5.5
Listening
5.5
Speaking
5.5
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English must be proven at level C1 (GER).

German language

German for application
C1
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Applicants who are not German must prove German language skills at least at level C1 (GER) by passing DSH 2 or equivalent

Academic requirements

MOI accepted as English proof
Not Accepted
Work experience
24 months
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Bachelor Degree

a simple copy (ie not accredited) of the German or English language certificate of first degree (eg Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Diploma, Master).

If you do not have a professional qualification, you can still apply for admission. The requirement for an application without a formal qualification is that at the time of application at least the following credit score with a transcript of records (also not certified) and the average grade achieved so far are proven:

At least 140 credits for bachelor's degree programs totaling 180 credits

at least 170 credits for undergraduate courses amounting to 210 LP

At least 200 credits for bachelor's degree programs amounting to 240 LP

If the certificate or provisional proof is available in a language other than German or English, a German or English translation, the accuracy of which is certified by a sworn interpreter or translator, must be submitted, in addition to a simple copy of the foreign language certificate or proof.

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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APS verification

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

Prerequisites

In general, the prerequisite for a master's degree is a first professional academic degree, eg a bachelor's degree. The first degree should have been acquired in a business administration subject.

This Master's program is intended as a postgraduate, continuing education program primarily for engineers, natural scientists, health management staff and human resources managers who have at least two years of professional experience.

A Bachelor of Arts in business administration, economics (with integrated at least 60 CP in business administration subjects) or business informatics is a suitable first degree. In principle, it is also possible to apply with university degrees in a similar subject if the admission requirements are met. Applicants who are not German must prove German language skills at least at level C1 (GER) by passing DSH 2 or equivalent. In addition, English language skills at level C1 (GER) must be proven.

The following entry requirements apply to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the University of Potsdam:

  • A first professional university degree
  • At least two years of professional experience
  • Very good knowledge of German (at least C1 level*) and English (at least B2 level).

* Applicants whose native language is not German must demonstrate sufficient German language skills by passing the German language examination for university entrance (e.g., DSH 2) or an equivalent examination. The examination board may accept other proof of sufficient language skills. Successful completion of a German-taught degree program is also considered as proof.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Business Administration

Programme-specific documents

Application documents

When applying for the first semester, in addition to an online application, you must submit the following documents as PDFs via the online application form or via your personal documents folder in your applicant account:

1. Proof of a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent first degree with your certificate , the corresponding transcript and the Diploma Supplement (if applicable) .

If your degree certificate does not clearly indicate the subject-specific entry requirements , please also submit confirmation of the modules you have completed and the credits you have earned (e.g. module performance overview, performance overview, transcript of records).

For an application without a formal degree, at least the following credit score must be proven at the time of application with a current transcript of records or confirmation of the current total credit score issued by the university:

at least 140 LP for Bachelor's degree programs with a scope of 180 LP

at least 170 credits for Bachelor’s degree programs with a total of 210 credits

at least 200 LP for Bachelor's degree programs with a scope of 240 LP

2. Evidence of the content and structure of your academic education. This could be, for example, module catalogues, study and examination regulations or a syllabus.

3 . If applicable, placement notice for the 1st semester as well as documents providing complete proof of all previous study periods, specifying the course of study and semesters (e.g. certificates of study progress, certificates of study or certificate of de-registration).

Prospective students who are already or have been enrolled in a related master's course at another university should find out about the placement process on this page . Master's students at the University of Potsdam who are looking to change courses can find information on the process of recognition of academic achievements and placement on this page . Please note the information on the page 'Questions and answers about applying for a master's degree via uni-assist eV' - application documents and changing universities and courses . For master's courses for which an application for admission is to be submitted via uni-assist eV, applications for admission to a higher semester are made directly to the relevant examination board.

4. If applicable, translations by a sworn translator. If your academic certificates were issued in a language other than German or English, you must also upload a translation of these documents by a sworn translator via the study place portal.

5. A current and complete CV from the age of 16 with full details of your studies. This includes your current, discontinued and formally completed studies.

6. If applicable, proof of the name change (for example, a copy of the certificate of the name change).

7. Additional course-specific documents

This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. 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

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APS

Required for Application

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Application fee

75 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

University of Potsdam

Department for Student Affairs

Am Neuen Palais 10

14469 Potsdam

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

316 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,536 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

316,00 €*

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