M.A. English 6 Semesters

International Business

CBS University of Applied Sciences Potsdam, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Feb 2030

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Koeln, Mainz, Potsdam

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter and Summer

6 semesters (180 ECTS); tuition fee 5,970 EUR per semester; taught entirely in English

IELTS

IELTS band 6.5 minimum (Bachelor and Master/MBA); Prep4University preparatory track accept...

German Requirement

Required only for German-taught programmes (proof of German and/or English proficiency dep...

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CBS University of Applied Sciences

Fachhochschulen / HAW · Nordrhein-Westfalen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: €5,970/semester

Non-EU / International

tuition:: €5,970/semester

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CBS University of Applied Sciences, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Potsdam, Germany offers an M.A. in International Business, spanning 6 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). 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 proficiency required (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English-taught Bachelor: TOEFL iBT minimum 83, IELTS minimum 6.5, or Cambridge Certificate (B2 or C1 depending on programme); alternatively previous education in English or a degree completed in English; internal CBS language test offered. Master & MBA (official guide): TOEFL iBT minimum 92, IELTS minimum band 6.5, Cambridge FCE, BEC Vantage, or CBS language test. Waiver: evidence of a six-month stay in an English-speaking country or prior studies taken in English. Prep4University pathway minimums: IELTS 6.0 overall / TOEFL iBT 72.

German Language

Required only for German-taught programmes (proof of German and/or English proficiency depending on programme); Prep4University applicants whose native language is not German must prove German at minimum B2 CEFR.

Verified from the university's official page

Application Periods

Deadlines Finanzierung Lerne die CBS persönlich kennenOpen Campus Night18.03.2026

Admission Requirements

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

Academic Qualifications

Assessment interview required instead of grades

Additional Requirements

No NC restriction (Ohne NC & Wartezeiten)
State-recognized institution (staatlich anerkannt)
Integrated internship (10 ECTS) in Germany or abroad
Integrated study abroad semester included

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

Locations

Potsdam Köln Mainz

Subject Groups

Business & Management

Study Fields

Internationale Betriebswirtschaftslehre Marketing, Vertrieb Wirtschaftswissenschaften, Ökonomie

Study Forms

Berufsbegleitend Internationaler Studiengang Teilzeit Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. CBS University of Applied Sciences welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in International Business in Potsdam. 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 6 semesters (approximately 3 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 (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to CBS University of Applied Sciences's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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