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Basic information

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  • +49 (0) 30 58 58 409-50
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  • Dessauer Str. 3-5 10963 Berlin Germany

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  • Urban
  • On-Campus Dorm/residence
  • Off-campus Residence
  • University-based Program
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Introducation

Why This School?

  • - Campuses in Berlin and Hannover
    - Access to corporate links such as Continental and Volkswagen
    - A dedicated Careers Centre
    - Programmes taught completely in English
    - Free beginner's German classes for all students

University of Applied Science GISMA About the

  • The Careers Centre at GISMA offersa range of measures to increase theemployability of our students. Thedepartment actively collaborates withemployers to support students in buildingtheir network of company contacts.Our graduates work in sectors such asinformation technology, banking, financialservices, engineering, mechanicalengineering, oil and gas, human resources,marketing, consulting, and business.We provide a modern and inspiringlearning environment at our campusesin the city centres of Berlin and Hannover,Germany. Studying a business programmewith us will help you to significantlyenhance your career potential. Ourprogrammes help students gain invaluableclient-facing skills to successfully meetinterpersonal and cross-culturalchallenges. All programmes are taughtin English. We place a high valueon language and communicationskills and offer a number of languagecourses through our partnership withThe Language Gallery (TLG).In 2017, GISMA launched two newGrenoble MSc programmes, strengtheningour partnership with GEM. Additionally,we offer four MSc programmes incollaboration with The University ofLaw, which will be starting in September2017. We are now offering postgraduateprogrammes designed, delivered, andawarded by Arden University. Theseprogrammes combine face-to-face sessionswith innovative online learning.

Programs

Course Information

  • YEAR I

    The International Environment*

    International Macroeconomics
    Geopolitics
    Accounting and Auditing

    Auditing
    Managerial Accounting
    International Financial Accounting
    International Management

    Intercultural Management
    International Negotiations
    Sustainability and Management

    Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility
    Risk Management
    International Business Law

    Introduction to Law and Corporate Governance
    Contract Law
    Technology Management

    Innovation Management
    Operations Management
    Tools for Decision-Making

    Managerial Economics
    Quantitative Methods
    Managing Organisations

    International Human Resource Management
    Organisations and Change Management
    Leadership and Teambuilding
    International Marketing

    Cases on International Markets
    Corporate Finance

    Investment and Evaluation Decisions
    Current Financial Environment and Increasing Risk
    Digital Transformation

    Preparing for Digital Transformation
    Digital Project Management
    Digital Transformation with Start Ups
    Digital Transformation – Real World Business Cases
    Strategic Management

    Competitive Models Key Concepts
    Logical Decision Making Frameworks
    Integrative Case Study

    Draws together main concepts across modules
     

    YEAR II

    Final Management Project
    The second year of the programme is dedicated to the Final Management Project conducted under the supervision of a tutor.

    This is an applied or theoretical research project that can be completed at a distance and in parallel with full-time employment or an approved internship. Students are encouraged to choose a subject related to their preferred career.

Course Information

Schedule 48 Weeks Minimum age 18
Accommodation On-Campus Dorm/residence, Off-campus Residence

requirements

  • Entry requirements

    Accepted:

    Bachelor-level undergraduate degree in any subject, with good grade average
    At least three years of relevant, full-time work experience
    English proficiency:
    - TOEFL – IBT: 94 (minimum of 22 in each band), computer-based: 240, paper-based: 587
    - IELTS – 6.5 (minimum of 6.0 in all areas)
    - Cambridge Proficiency Exam (CPE): A, B, C
    - Pearson Test of English (PTE) – minimum of 63
    GMAT may be required on a case-by-case basis. You will be notified after the Admissions Board meets if you are required to take the GMAT. Target score is 550 with a minimum of 70% in the quantitative section (GMAT institution code 0365). Students who score over 650 can apply for the GGSB GMAT Merit Scholarship. Details are below.
    Not accepted: TOEIC, Institutional/ITP TOEFL, Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge English: First (FCE)

    Documents

    Complete online application
    University transcripts front/back with grading scale
    Internationally recognised passport picture 
    Passport scanned 
    Copy of the latest degree or diploma or certificate of enrolment with an approximate graduation date
    Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    Three short essays relating to your academic/professional experience, your reasons for choosing this programme, and your intercultural awareness
    Two professional referees

Course Schedule

2027-04-05 2026-09-28 2026-03-30
※ From the Course Starting Dates 48Weeks(month) Choose

Fees

Tuition

School's Admin fee
Tuition
48 Week Week Week Week Week
(EURO)€ 15,725
Week Week Week Week Week

Accomodation

Housing Placement fee
Accommodation Fee
Terms Homestay On-Campus Dorm/residence Off-Campus residence

Airport Pickup

Airport Pickup
Other Charges

Remarks / Other Information

  • * Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.

Course Information

  • Full time

    Berlin

    September 2020

    During your first year, you will be introduced to the foundation elements of Business Management through modules such as Essentials of Management and Principles of Marketing. Years 2 and 3 will build on the knowledge you acquired in your first year and help you develop your understanding of the areas you are particularly interested in through several elective modules.

    From the start of your programme, GISMA and The University of Law focus on creating individuals that are employable and have excellent potential in the workplace. You will find that throughout your programme, various modules focus on improving your employability.

    Modules overview

    Students will study for three years with two semesters per year. In Years 1 and 2, students will study three modules in each semester, making a total of 120 credits per year. In Year 3 students will study one 40 credit module over 2 semesters and another 2 modules in each semester. Students may take an internship in the summer break before they enter their final year.     

    Foundation Year Modules

    The Foundation Year will consist of six compulsory modules:

    Compulsory (six)

    Introduction to Finance (20 credits)Introduction to Marketing (20 credits)Introduction to Human Resource Management (20 credits)Introduction to Management (20 credits)Numeracy Skills for Business (20 credits)Academic and Report Writing (20 credits)

    Year 1 Modules (six compulsory modules)

    Essentials of Management (20 credits)Academic and Professional Studies (20 credits)Principles of Marketing (20 credits)Accounting and Finance (20 credits)International Business Environment (20 credits)Managing and Leading People (20 credits)

    Year 2 Modules

    Compulsory (all four)

    Leading Change (20 credits)Corporate Responsibility in a Global Context (20 credits)Economics and Global Trade(20 credits)Personal and Professional Development (20 credits)

    Elective (any two)

    Information and Resource Management (20 credits)Financial Management (20 credits)Personal Finance (20 credits)Contemporary Human Resource Management (20 credits)International Human Resource Management (20 credits)Customer Behaviour (20 credits)Marketing Communications in the Digital World (20 credits)

    Year 3 Modules

    Compulsory (all four)

    Sector Specific Project or Sector Internship or Dissertation (40 credits)Global Leadership (20 credits)Strategic Management (20 credits)Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (20 credits)

    Elective (any one)

    Effective Managerial Decision Making (20 credits)International Digital Marketing (20 credits)Strategic Human Resource Management (20 credits)Financial Risk Management (20 credits)

    Assessment 

    Students will be assessed throughout their modules to ensure they have met the learning outcomes. This will be done through a range of seminars, workshops, tests and presentations. The programme also involves a considerable amount of group work which makes up roughly 25% of the assessment grade.

Course Information

Schedule 48 Weeks VISA Info Acceptance letter issue
Minimum age 18 Accommodation On-Campus Dorm/residence, Off-campus Residence

requirements

  • Entry requirements

    For International Students:

    Starting at foundation level: An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component; or an English waiver letter.

    Starting at undergraduate level: An English language level equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component; or an English waiver letter.

    For students from UK/EU

    Starting at undergraduate level: Grades B, B, C at A Level; and Grade C or 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent qualifications)

    Starting at foundation level: 32 UCAS points from the equivalent of one A Level or 40 UCAS points from the equivalent of two A-Levels; and 5 GCSEs at A-C (9-4) grades including English, and Grade D (4) or above in Maths (or equivalent qualifications)

Course Schedule

2027-04-05 2026-09-28 2026-03-30
※ From the Course Starting Dates 48Weeks(month) Choose

Fees

Tuition

School's Admin fee (EURO)€ 150
Tuition
48 Week Week Week Week Week
(EURO)€ 12,000
Week Week Week Week Week

Accomodation

Housing Placement fee
Accommodation Fee
Terms Homestay On-Campus Dorm/residence Off-Campus residence
4 weeks (EURO)€ 400-600

Airport Pickup

Airport Pickup
Other Charges

Remarks / Other Information

  • * Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.

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Location

Surrounding Area

  • Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen Anensemble of garden art that ranks amongthe most important historical gardens inEurope. / Maschsee Lake One of the city’spopular recreational areas. / Opera HouseOne of the most beautiful neoclassicalbuildings of its kind. / Eilenriede Europe’slargest city forest. / Hannover AdventureZoo Over 3,000 animals and shows.

Careers Centre

  • We offer specialised services to help students fulfil their career goals and improve their professional and personal development. Our relationships with businesses and local company associations mean that we can provide networking events where students can learn, make new connections,and explore different careers.

    Mock interviews
    Whenever our students get invited fora job interview, they can participate in a professional mock interview session in order to refine their interview skills. Mock interviews resemble real job interviews as closely as possible and provide valuable feedback and coaching for candidates.

    Individual coaching
    Once students have prepared their profile, they receive professional support to improve and tailor their application for any position. In addition, we offer individual coaching sessions to discuss career related questions.

    Career training
    Career training helps students to understand the skills and competencies employers require and how to apply these in a professional context. Our courses focus on the following topics:
    • German business culture
    • Job searching and applications
    • Self-marketing
    • Communication and presentation skills
    • Conflict management and negotiation skills

    Corporate partnerships
    Our strong relationships with employers mean that we can always provide the most relevant information about industry trends and recruitment practices. We collaborate with them to help students build a network of company contacts,opening up more job opportunities.

    Company presentations
    We regularly invite leading company representatives to give presentations about their place of work. These presentations offer students the chance to learn about organisational values,strategies, and potential jobs, as well as an opportunity to meet the speaker and discuss possible roles.

Top Native Language by Center

  • Student demographics (%)
    Middle East 33
    Americas 20
    Europe 27
    Asia 20 


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