Germany is well known for technological innovations and securing an MBA from a German University is a dream come true for many prospective students. Many such students hesitate to opt for an online MBA from Germany due to German language barrier but the true fact is that there are many business schools which provide a German MBA in English language also.Following lists some universities/business schools which provide online MBA. The accreditations, fee and duration of the course are subject to change over a course of time.Hence, it’s the duty of the student to cross check the details in the official websites before enrolling the course.
| Sl No | Business School | Duration | Fee |
| 1 | The Frankfurt School of Finance & Management | 18-24 months | € 14,700 |
| 2 | ESCP Europe Business School | 1 to 3 years | €13,500 |
| 3 | University of Applied Sciences Europe | 18 months | EU applicants: €9,700 Non-EU :€ 10,670 |
| 4 | The Beuth University of Applied Sciences, Berlin and the Renewables Academy (RENAC) | 30 months | €14,000 |
| 5 | Apollon Hochschule der Gesundheitswirtschaft | 24 months Or 32 months | 24 months: €13,248 32 months: €13,856 |
| 6 | Akad University Online MBA | 24 months(normal) or 30 months(sprint) | € 13,560 |
| 7 | IUBH Online MBA | MBA-60 ECTS:12 or 24 months MBA-90 ECTS:18 or 36 months | MBA-60 ECTS-12 months:€2,499 MBA-60 ECTS-24 months:€2,799 MBA-90 ECTS-18 months:€2,999 MBA-90 ECTS-36 months:€3,299 |
- The Frankfurt School of Finance & Management
Overview
This school provides online MBA in Master of Leadership in Development Finance. The school holds triple crown accreditation which means its accredited simultaneously by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA. This programme has 60 credits (ECTS) distributed throughout 3-4 Semesters.This programme best suits professional who are passionate about finance from the developing countries. The programme starts every year on Sept 1st.
Core Courses
- Semester
– Development Finance & Growth (Mandatory I)
– Accounting & Leadership (Mandatory II)
– Microfinance or Islamic Microfinance (Elective I)
- Semester
– Strategy & Innovation (Mandatory III)
– Risk Management for Managers (Mandatory IV)
– SME Finance or Microinsurance or Financial Inclusion Policy or Digital Finance or Agricultural Finance (Elective II)
- Semester
– Leadership & Change Management (Mandatory IV) or Possibility to join the Extended Leadership Winter Academy at the Frankfurt School campus in Germany,
– Climate Energy & Renewable Energy Finance or Micro insurance or SME Finance or Financial Inclusion Policy or Adaptation Finance or Digital Finance or Agricultural Finance (Elective III)
- & 4. Semester
– Master Thesis (Project Work)
Duration
The course completes in 18-24 months.
Fee
The total tuition fee is 14,700 EUR
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor degree
- English language proficiency proof
- Proof for at least 2 years of work experience
- Admission Test & Interview
- ESCP Europe Business School
Overview
This school provides online MBA in International Business which is completely online. The school holds triple crown accreditation which means its accredited simultaneously by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA. The Financial Times ranks the executive MBA as best 11th in the world.You can opt to study in either English or French. The programme occurs in every September, January and April months of a year.
Core Courses
- Strategy
- Cross-Cultural Management
- Marketing in Globalized World
- International Business Development
- Digital Marketing & Community Management
- HRM in International Organisations
- Financial Statements Analysis
- International Project Management
- Negotiation
Along with 5 electives + Final Master Project.
The whole program counts to 60 ECTS.
Duration
The programme completes in 1 year and can be extended to 3 years depending your feasibility of study.
Fee
The total fee of the course is 13,500 Euros. You can opt to pay in flexible instalment plans.
Admission Requirements
To apply for the program, you should at least hold a Bachelors degree and 2 years of professional work experience. The online application will be followed by an admission test. There will also be a personal interview on phone or skype.
- University of Applied Sciences Europe
Overview
The online MBA provided by University of Applied Sciences Europe, is accredited by FIBAA (Foundation for international Business Administration Accreditation). It’s also accredited by WR, which is nothing but an Excellence Initiative.This is a business school accrediting body in all German speaking countries. It is also member of VPH (Association of Private Universities) and wis net. The programme occurs twice every year on Winter and Summer Semester.
Core Modules
The core modules include:
- Customer Environment
- Innovation Management
- Strategic Vision
- Resources
- Leadership Management
Fees
The total fee of the programme is 9,700 € for EU applicants and 10,670 € for Non-EU applicants.Payment in 18 monthly installments is also possible.
Duration
The duration of the course is 18 months.
Exams
Although the studies take place wherever you are, you are required to travel on site to either campuses of Iserlohn,Hamburg or Berlin to sit for exams and attend a 2-day seminar which occurs over a period of 6 weeks. The programme as a whole is 60 ECTS.
Admission Requirements
The application for Winter semester closes on Aug 15th and for summer semester on Feb 28th every year. To apply for the course, you need to hold a Bachelor’s degree. Your Bachelors degree should be related to the online MBA. You also need to submit a proof for English language proficiency like IELTS (overall band score from 5.5). This is to make sure that you have a strong base of business fundamentals. Once you are shortlisted, there will also an entrance examination followed by an interview.
- The Beuth University of Applied Sciences, Berlin and the Renewables Academy (RENAC)
Overview
This online MBA is a different one and is concentrates on Renewable Energy and energy Efficiency. The programme is jointly offered by the Beuth University and the Renewables Academy. This programme holds an accreditation from the FIBAA (Foundation for international Business Administration Accreditation).The course begins on October 1st every year. The programme is conducted in both English and counts to a total of 90 ECTS.
Core Modules
- RE and EE Systems and Concepts
- Energy Policy & Economic Framework
- Accounting
- International Business Law
- Investment and Financing
- Project Management
- Marketing Analysis and Instruments
- HR & People Management
- International Management
- Integrated Business Plan Development
- Advanced Research Methods
Along with master thesis and 4 electives.
Fees
The total fee is € 14,000 (inclusive of examination fee for all semesters). This is payable in instalments of €2,800 each.
Duration
The duration of the course is 30 months.
Admission Requirements
These admission requirements are valid if you opt to study in English language.To apply for the course, one need to hold a Bachelors degree. You also need to submit proof for English language proficiency like UIELTS/TOEFL/Cambridge examinations like FCE,CAE or CPE.
- Apollon Hochschule der Gesundheitswirtschaft
Overview
This Institute comes under the University o Applied Sciences and provides online MBA in Health Economics and Management.The courses are accredited by the Central Office for Distance Learning (ZFU). In addition, they are also accredited by the FIBAA (Foundation for international Business Administration Accreditation). This course is desirable for those who work in the health care industry.
Core Modules
- Healthcare Management
- Finance
- Communication & Leadership
- Business Strategy & Management
- International Healthcare Systems & Global Health
- Master Thesis
Duration
The duration of the course is 24 months or 32 months. This includes 120 credits. You can enrol for the programme at any time.
Fees
The costs for 24 months are 13,248 €, for 32 months 13,856 €
Admission Requirements
To apply for the course, you need to hold a Bachelor degree in health economics or science content. You also need to submit a proof for 2 years of professional work experience.
6. Akad University Online MBA
The Akad University is the pioneers of its kind in distance learning scenario in Germany. The distance/online MBA provided is accredited by the VPH (Association of Private Universities), ZFU and WR.
Specializations
3 MBA specializations are available which are as follows:
- Entrepreneurship and Innovations
- General Management
- HR Management & Talent Management
Entire study course is organised in a distance mode through E-learning, Interactive E-learning and seminars(optional). Online MBA is offered in German language.
Duration
The duration of the entire course is 30 months and can also be completed in 24 months if you opt to study in sprint mode.
Fees
The total fee is € 13,560. There is an additional €960 as one-time examination fee. The entire programme counts to 120 credits.
Admission Requirements
You need to hold a relevant Bachelor degree and a qualified work experience of atleast 1 year. English language proficiency proofs like TOEFL/IELTS test scores are also needed.
7. IUBH Online MBA
Overview
The IUBH Online MBA is accredited by the FIBAA (Foundation for international Business Administration Accreditation), WR and CHE. You can enrol for the course any time.Either you can opt to study 100% online or you can spend the last semester in Germany. The MBA has two operational modes. Ones has 60 ECTS while other has 90 ECTS.
Specializations
- Big Data Management
- Engineering Management
- Finance & Accounting
- IT Management
- Marketing
Exams
The exams are also conducted online.
Duration
If you opt for MBA-60 ECTS, then you can either complete in 12 months or 24 months.
Else, if you plan to opt for MBA-90 ECTS, you can either complete in 18 months or 36 months. The language of instruction is English.
Fee
The fee for MBA-60 ECTS-12 months is €2,499.
The fee for MBA-60 ECTS-24 months is€2,799.
The fee for MBA-90 ECTS-18 months is €2,999.
The fee for MBA-90 ECTS-36 months is €3,299.
The fee can be paid in installments.
Admission Requirements
You can apply online if you possess a Bachelor degree. You also need to submit proof for English language proficiency like TOEFL/IELTS. Professional work experience proof is also required. You also need to attach a copy of passport, latest photograph and a letter of motivation.
