M.A.

Betriebswirtschaft (vormals: Automotive Management) in Bielefeld, Germany

FHDW Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft

Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

5 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Sep 2030

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

German

Campus

Paderborn, Bielefeld, Bergisch Gladbach, Mettmann

Intakes per Year

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: Private FH; fees vary by programme and study model — request info via fhdw.de

Non-EU / International

tuition:: Private FH; fees vary by programme and study model — request info via fhdw.de

FHDW Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Bielefeld, Germany offers an M.A. in Betriebswirtschaft (vormals: Automotive Management), spanning 5 semesters (120 ECTS credits). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

German — German proficiency required (instruction in German)

Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field with min. 180 ECTS; current employment required (berufsbegleitend).

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Bielefeld Paderborn Marburg Bergisch Gladbach Mettmann

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Mechanical Engineering Business & Management

Study Fields

Betriebswirtschaftslehre Logistik, Transport, Verkehrswirtschaft

Study Forms

Berufsbegleitend Teilzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. FHDW Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Betriebswirtschaft (vormals: Automotive Management) in Bielefeld. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 5 semesters (approximately 2.5 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,208/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to FHDW Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.