What makes it outstanding to study at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE)

The University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is state accredited, has been awarded on multiple occasions and is worldwide leading in international approach.

At our university you study in small groups. This guarantees you individual support and personal contact to the professors. All our lecturers are experts in their industry.

You will notice our practical approach from the first semester. A variety of courses allows you to determine the content of your studies yourself. University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) offers modern equipment like beamers in all rooms, macpools and more.

An internship and/or a semester aboroad is mandatory and projects and excursions give you the opportunity to create a network for your career.

Working during your study time

We want your studies to fit perfectly into your life. That's why the courses are scheduled on Wednesday afternoon until Friday and/or Saturday evening. That is how we want to enable the compatibility of working part-time while studying full-time.

But since it is a full-time study course, preparation and follow-up work can't be forgotten.

Studying at University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) in Germany

We put emphasis on internationality. That's why we were ranked as "one of the best 25 best international universities worldwide" (U-Multirank 2016). Our many international students come from all over the world to pursue a highly valued (state and FIBAA recognised) German degree that is entirely taught in English. We are also ranked by U-Multirank as one of the top ten performers in the Business Studies category in universities in Germany (U-Multirank 2018).

Germany, known as the country of innovators, is the perfect place to get your degree. Germany is the largest economic power and the center of high tech and automotive technologies in Europe. Additionally, Germany is a particularly safe and livable country with relatively low tuition fees and affordable living costs. Furthermore, Berlin is known as Europe's startup capital, magnet for creatives, and "place to be" for young people and entrepreneurs.

That's why we encourage international students to come here and study with us. You can apply with your national school degree now. We will then take a look at your application and guide you through the process.

Your career options with a degree in Corporate Management

With the master’s degree in Corporate Management, you are perfectly prepared for various different leadership positions. Aligned with your individually chosen subjects of focus, you will be able to take on roles in middle to top management at national and internationally active corporations.

You have specialist expertise in the bag and are able to combine academic methods with distinct social competence – an increasingly important requirement for a successful career path as a:

• Business consultant
• International sales and marketing manager
• Senior account manager
• HR manager, staff developer
• Senior controller, cash manager or
• Manager corporate strategy

What’s more, the Master of Science (M.Sc.) enables you to gain a Ph.D. and doctor title. This is necessary, for example, for teaching and researching at universities and other institutes.

The programme - courses & internships

At the University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE), we stimulate your management competencies in a scientific and practical manner. You will learn the essential management qualifications in the core disciplines of business administration across different disciplines.

The study programme with 120 ECTS offers you three specialisation areas, of which two are compulsory: Business Administration, Marketing & Sales, as well as Personnel Management & Company Development. On top of that, you will gain further study and practical experience in qualification phases domestically, and also complete two leadership training courses following the most modern scientific approaches.

The different modules have been compactly assembled for the 60 ECTS master’s programme.

For more details about the programme, please see the curriculum.

Tuition fees and funding

As a private university, University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is funded not by the state, but by tuition fees. For this reason, studying at University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) costs more than at a public university. But it’s worth it: Our graduates meet essential requirements of business, and this sets them apart from the graduates of many public universities. Your employment and earnings prospects are greatly improved.

All costs are included in the monthly tuition fee. This also includes the costs of the Leadership Assessment Center. No additional costs will be incurred, such as a matriculation fee, exam fees, master thesis fee or similar, as long as the course is completed within the standard study period.

We are happy to provide you with information on funding your studies and on any available scholarships. If you have any further questions, our Student Guidance Office can provide you with detailed information. Find out useful information on Masters funding in Germany on this website.

Application process

You can apply a year in advance for your desired starting semester.

Students must meet the following requirements to qualify for the master’s degree programme:

• Online application
• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree (4 years-Bachelor with 240 ECTS for the two-semester-programme or 3 years-Bachelor with 180 ECTS for the four-semester-programme, a German Diplom or Magister
• Final grade of “Good” (GPA: 2.5), otherwise a letter of recommendation from the previous university
• Focus on business within your previous studies (alternatively, you may attend preliminary courses)
• Good English language skills (at least level B2)
• Interview in English

Find out more information about the application process.

The Master of Arts (M.A.) degree enables you to go on to complete your Ph.D. studies leading to a doctorate. However, the individual institutions of higher education determine the entrance requirements and the terms of admission.