Master Business Administration, Master of Business Administration

Admission Requirements

With your Master in Business Administration, you could work as a business consultant, finance manager, or Chief Executive Officer (CEO), for example.

The requirement for admission to this program is a successfully completed Bachelor's degree with a grade of "good" or better, with at least 180 ECTS points or a comparable academic degree, such as a diploma. If there is a different grade average, the ability to study may be demonstrated through a separate selection interview.

For a Bachelor's degree that is not yet fully completed, 80% of the required credit points must have been earned at the time of application. The remaining credits must be completed by the time of enrollment.

In the preceding Bachelor's program, at least 20% of the ECTS points should be allocated to the field of economics. Missing ECTS points in the field of economics can be compensated either by a separate admission test, evidence of a successfully completed commercial apprenticeship, or at least 18 months of relevant business management work experience.

In addition, you must demonstrate English language proficiency at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or at an equivalent level.

Study Contents and Specializations

Benefit from a combination of practical teaching methods, innovative research approaches, and an international perspective that prepares you to tackle complex challenges in a constantly changing business world. With a degree from Fresenius University of Applied Sciences, you send a strong signal of your commitment to excellence and your willingness to take on leadership responsibilities.

The study plan includes the following modules:

• 1st Semester: Economics – Hone your data analysis and storytelling skills to make compelling economic arguments, Financial Management – Become a financial expert, making informed decisions that steer business towards success.
• 2nd Semester: Strategy and Management – Develop your strategic skills and drive business growth in the global marketplace, Digitalization – Acquire the skills and strategies to navigate the digital transformation of business.
• 3rd Semester: Entrepreneurship – Become an entrepreneurial expert, equipped with the skills and knowledge to launch and scale successful ventures, Managing Innovation – Learn to master the various aspects of innovation and thrive in the ever-changing business landscape.
• 4th Semester: Leadership – Develop the essential competencies and practical skills to inspire, motivate, and lead effectively.

During the course of your studies, you will also delve into exciting specializations, such as Marketing, Business Analytics, or Project Management.

All Study Locations from Berlin to Munich

The "Master Business Administration" program is offered by Fresenius University of Applied Sciences at 4 locations in Germany. Conveniently, if you want to explore a new city during your studies, you can easily switch to one of the other campuses of the university.

Berlin: In Berlin, Fresenius University of Applied Sciences operates a campus for the Department of Business & Media at Jägerstraße 32, right in Berlin-Mitte directly at Gendarmenmarkt. Another campus for the Department of Fashion & Design is located in Prenzlauer Berg. Berlin, as the federal capital and political center, is also an exciting university city – there are around 170,000 students in Berlin.

Hamburg: Hamburg, one of the most attractive cities in Germany, offers not only a rich cultural scene and numerous options for going out but also excellent career prospects for the time after graduation. Logistics and commerce are interesting industries in Hamburg, with many advertising agencies and publishers located there, and the healthcare sector thriving in the city of 1.7 million. The Business & Media campus of Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is located in Alte Rabenstraße, and the Business & Social campus is in Lilienstraße in Hamburg.

Cologne: Cologne, the vibrant city of 1.1 million in North Rhine-Westphalia, offers plenty of culture and entertainment. The city is also one of the most important economic centers in Germany. Media companies, insurance firms, food, and chemical companies are housed in the city – so the chances of starting a successful career in Cologne after graduation are particularly high. You can find the Business & Media campus and the Health & Social campus of the university directly in the MediaPark, the business park for media companies in the Neustadt-Nord district of Cologne.

Munich: Munich is one of the cities with the highest quality of life in Germany. The Bavarian capital offers not only a vast cultural offering and numerous sights but also a beautiful surrounding area with many lakes. With its many renowned international companies, Munich is one of the economically strongest cities in Germany. Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is represented in Munich with two campuses: The Business & Media campus is in Schwabing on Infanteriestraße, and the Health & Social campus is located on Charles-de-Gaulle-Straße.

The campus of the Department of Business & Media of the university directly at Gendarmenmarkt in Berlin

The Business & Media campus in Alte Rabenstraße in Hamburg

The Business and Media campus of Fresenius University of Applied Sciences in Cologne

The Business & Media campus of the university on Infanteriestraße in Munich

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