M.A. English 4 Semesters

International Business and Economics

Hochschule Schmalkalden Schmalkalden, Germany

Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Sep 2026

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Schmalkalden

Programme Start

Both

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter & Summer

Winter and Summer term. Winter application: 1 February - 15 April (term usually starts 01 October). Summer application: 1 September - 15 November (term usually starts 01 April).

IELTS

6.5

German Requirement

None stated (programme taught in English; no German requirement mentioned)

Entrance Test

None stated

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Hochschule Schmalkalden

Fachhochschulen / HAW · Thüringen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (no tuition fees)
semester contribution:: Approx. EUR 100 per semester

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None (no tuition fees)
semester contribution:: Approx. EUR 100 per semester

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Hochschule Schmalkalden, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Schmalkalden, Germany offers an M.A. in International Business and Economics, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). Intake begins in Both. 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

English — B2 level or equivalent (TOEFL IBT 80+ or IELTS 6.5+)

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

For non-native speakers: TOEFL minimum score 86 iBT (internet-based) or IELTS minimum score 6.5.

German Language

None stated (programme taught in English; no German requirement mentioned)

Entrance Test

None stated

Verified from the university's official page

Application Periods

1 September – 15 November

1 February – 15 April

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 required

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

Locations

Schmalkalden

Subject Groups

Business & Management Economics & Finance

Study Fields

Internationale Betriebswirtschaftslehre

Study Forms

Internationaler Studiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hochschule Schmalkalden welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in International Business and Economics in Schmalkalden. 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 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

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 Hochschule Schmalkalden's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.