Highlights
Tuition fee
17400 EUR / year
17400 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
17400 EUR / year
17400 EUR / year
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Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
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Start date
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Campus location
2 cities in Germany
Campus location
2 cities in Germany

About

The General Management (Full-time) program at the International School of Management (ISM), enables students to expand their business administration and management knowledge and creates the ideal prerequisites for a management or executive position in business. Also, you can get an additional, second MBA degree from the City University of Seattle (USA) when registering for this program.

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Overview

The General Management (full-time) MBA program at the International School of Management (ISM) is designed to empower the next generation of global business leaders. Tailored for professionals with prior work experience, this program enhances your management expertise and prepares you to address the challenges of strategic leadership on an international stage.

What makes this program stand out for international students?

  • A Global Perspective: Gain insights into key areas of business administration, including finance, accounting, management, marketing, and operations, all taught with an international focus.
  • Practical Experience: Learn from industry-experienced lecturers and connect with leading companies through real-world projects and corporate collaborations.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build a global network of peers, professors, and industry professionals to support your career growth.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Benefit from a well-rounded MBA program that equips you with the tools to thrive in a variety of industries worldwide.

Join ISM’s General Management MBA program to expand your career horizons and become a dynamic leader ready to excel in today’s global business environment.

Experience Cultural Diversity

The ISM is one of the best MBA colleges in Germany for international students. You get to study in small learning groups with fellow international graduates, from countries like India, China, Iran, UK or Russia. Our students are of over 85 nationalities, so you will get to experience not only the German culture, but also enrich your world view and perspectives.

Enjoy Individual Support

One-to-one career coaching is an integral part of our general management MBA program. With the help of a professional career coach, you will identify your leadership type and personality structure, and perfect your leadership style.

Admission requirements:

To qualify for admission, applicants must provide the following:

  • Academic Qualifications: A completed undergraduate degree with 210 ECTS credits from a recognized university or an equivalent foreign institution.
  • Professional Experience: At least 2–3 years of work experience following the completion of the undergraduate degree.
  • ECTS Credit Compensation: If your degree is short of the required credits, up to 30 ECTS points can be substituted with additional qualified professional experience.
  • English Proficiency: Proof of sufficient English language skills, such as a valid TOEFL, IELTS etc. score.

This ensures that candidates are well-prepared to thrive in the program’s academically rigorous and globally focused environment.

Accreditation

AACSB (international accreditation), FIBAA, German Accreditation Council

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Strategic Management
  • Management in the Global Environment
  • Managerial Economics
  • Risk Management
  • Crisis Management
  • Change Management

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

This program starts in Munich and Berlin each year in September.

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Berlin, Germany
  • München, Germany

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

For the admission to the course of study, the following proof is required:

  • a first successful degree with 210 ECTS-points from a study at a university, or of a foreign university of corresponding rank as well.
  • at least two to three years' professional experience after the first degree.
  • missing ECTS points can be replaced up to a limit of 30 ECTS points by qualified professional experience – in addition to the professional experience required above.
  • sufficient English language skills (TOEFL, IELTS or other international English certiificate). Please contact a study advisor for more information

The admission process at ISM currently consists of preparing a brief Powerpoint presentation and an (online) interview with the study program director. You will present your results of the case study in an oral presentation on the day of the admission interview.

Upon successful verification of your documents, you can register for an online admission test.

Work experience

  • at least two to three years' professional experience after the first degree.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at International School of Management (ISM) and/or in Germany, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees
  • International

    17400 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 8700 EUR per semester during 12 months.
  • EU/EEA

    17400 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 8700 EUR per semester during 12 months.

Monthly payments are also possible

Early Bird: Save 1,500 Euro when you sign a contract by March 15

Last Call: Save 500 Euro when you sign a contract by June 15.

Living costs for Berlin

836 - 1340 EUR /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for General Management (Full-time).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based

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GyanDhan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Fully Funded DAAD EPOS Scholarship
Merit-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Leadership for Africa (Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda): Master's Degree Scholarships in Germany
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
The Deutschlandstipendium at German Universities
Merit-based

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German Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
16000 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
A Brighter Future Through Education
Merit-based

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Boldt-Riney Stiftung
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1200 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Karl Schmidt Rottluff Scholarship
Merit-based

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Studienstiftung
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Study Scholarships - Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 EUR
Deadline
04 Jul 2025
EU Mobility Programme for Myanmar
Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
21000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
LSE Executive Global Master’s in Management Hinrich Foundation Scholarship
Merit-based

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Hinrich Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1300 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) • DAAD
Merit-based

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German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1200 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Graduate School Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Leadership for Africa (Cameroon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Niger and Senegal): Master's Degree Scholarships in Germany
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
934 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Study Scholarships - Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines
Merit-based Need-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
850 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
DAAD-TEV-Master's degree scholarships
Merit-based

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DAAD
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
480 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
SBW Berlin Scholarship
Need-based

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SBW Berlin
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
International Sustainability Academy Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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International Sustainability Academy (ISA)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2025
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2025
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative
Merit-based Need-based

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1040 Abroad
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2025
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2025
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2025
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
Merit-based Need-based

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Edulegit
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
02 Jul 2025
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
The MyUS Community Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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MyUS
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship
Merit-based

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Verified Scholarships
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Florida Rentals
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2025
PlagiarismSearch 2025 Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
CryptoRunner Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
Biotin Xtreme Hair Care Annual Scholarship: Empowering The Future Of Hair Care
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Biotin Xtreme Hair Care
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
19 Jun 2025
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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European Commission
Location not available

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