M.A. 4 Semesters

International Business Management

INU - Innovative University of Applied Sciences Köln, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert mit Auflagen

Until Sep 2033

IELTS

IELTS Academic: score between 5.5 and 6.5 (this range is treated by INU as equivalent to C...

German Requirement

German is not required for INU's English-taught programmes. For INU's German-taught progra...

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INU - Innovative University of Applied Sciences

Fachhochschulen / HAW · Nordrhein-Westfalen

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INU - Innovative University of Applied Sciences, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Köln, Germany offers an M.A. in International Business Management, with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). The programme holds Akkreditiert mit Auflagen accreditation. 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

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

For enrolment in any English-taught programme at INU (bachelor's, master's, or MBA), applicants must prove English proficiency at CEFR level B2. Accepted certificates, quoted from the official English admission-requirements page: "APTIS Advanced (British Council): B2 in all components"; "Cambridge B2 First / B2 Advanced: B2"; "IELTS Academic: Score between 5.5 and 6.5"; "iTEP Academic-Plus: Score of 5.0"; "Pearson PTE Academic: Score between 59 and 75"; "TELC English B2" and "TELC English B2*C1 University"; "TOEFL iBT: Score between 72 and 94 (MyBest Scores are not accepted)"; "TOEFL ITP Level 1: Score between 543 and 626"; "Verified TrackTest English Complete Test: B2". Duolingo English Test is not listed as accepted. Secondary school qualifications from Australia, Canada (except Quebec/New Brunswick), the USA (High School Diploma), UK/International GCE A-Levels, Ireland, New Zealand, and Scotland, or a university degree from Australia, Great Britain, Ireland, Canada (except Quebec/New Brunswick), New Zealand, or the USA, also satisfy the requirement. Applicants holding a different certificate are told to contact INU for individual review.

German Language

German is not required for INU's English-taught programmes. For INU's German-taught programmes, international applicants must prove German proficiency via one of (quoted from the official German admission-requirements page): "DSH-2"; "TestDaF mit mindestens Niveau 4 in allen Prufungsteilen" (TestDaF, minimum level 4 in all sections); "Feststellungsprufung eines Studienkollegs" (Studienkolleg final exam); "Telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule"; "DSD II" (Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz, Stufe II); "Goethe-Zertifikat C2"; or "OSD Zertifikat C2". Other certificates are individually reviewed on request.

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Application Periods

Semester

Locations

Köln

Subject Groups

Business & Management

Study Fields

Betriebswirtschaftslehre Internationale Betriebswirtschaftslehre

Study Forms

Fernstudium Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. INU - Innovative University of Applied Sciences welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in International Business Management in Köln. 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).

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.

You can apply via uni-assist or directly through the university's admissions portal. GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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