The Master in Management programme focuses on strategic topics as you need strategic foresight to assess complex issues and have a lasting positive impact on your business.
The Financial Times (FT) is one of the world’s leading business newspapers and publishes highly regarded annual rankings of business schools and MBA programmes. The FT assesses business schools against strict criteria such as graduates’ career success, salary trends, international outlook and research performance. For employers, the FT rankings are a reliable indicator of first-class education, a strong global focus and high practical relevance.
EBS Universität of Business and Law is regularly featured in the FT rankings and is thus among the best business schools worldwide. In the current Masters in Management Ranking 2025, EBS impresses with 52nd place worldwide, placing it 6th among the best business schools for management in Germany. In the current European Business School Ranking 2025, EBS ranks 59th in Europe, placing it among the top 5 best business schools in Germany. These rankings underscore the excellent quality and international reputation of EBS.
QS World University Rankings
The QS World University Rankings have been one of the world’s most influential university rankings for almost 20 years. The British research firm QS Quacquarelli Symonds assesses over 1,500 universities annually based on strict criteria such as academic excellence, reputation among employers, student-staff ratio and international outlook.
EBS Universität is regularly recognised in the QS Business Master’s Rankings. In the latest ranking, EBS ranks 64th worldwide with its Master’s in Management, placing it among the top 5 business schools for management in Germany. EBS’s Master’s programmes particularly stand out in the ‘Alumni Outcome’ and ‘Employability’ categories. This underscores the excellent career prospects for EBS graduates and the university’s international reputation among employers.
AACSB Accreditation
EBS Universität belongs to the exclusive group of around six per cent of all business schools worldwide that are permitted to bear the prestigious AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation. Founded in the USA in 1916, the AACSB is the world’s most prestigious accreditation body for higher education in business.
The accreditation confirms that the EBS Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes in Business Administration meet the highest international standards in teaching, research and strategic orientation. During a rigorous, multi-year review process, the qualifications of our teaching staff, the achievement of defined learning objectives and the quality of our research, amongst other factors, were comprehensively evaluated. As the accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis, we ensure that we consistently meet our commitment to continuous development and excellence.
The future cannot be changed with tables, figures and rules alone. The Master in Management provides intensive training in strategic thinking and problem-solving skills – all with a global mindset. You will broaden your horizons and develop your personality. Because only personalities who inspire people to change can make a difference in the world of tomorrow.
Your advantages
Tailored to your interests. On the EBS Master in Management programme, you can tailor your studies to your personal strengths, interests and career goals. In doing so, you will lay the foundations for your future professional career. There are a total of four specialisations to choose from. Whether it’s ‘Marketing Management & Customer Centricity’, ‘Strategic Leadership & Organisational Transformation’, ‘Managing Innovation’ or ‘Sustainable Business Strategy’ – the choice is yours.
Knowledge without values has no value. We know just how important it is, especially in business management, to work with diverse stakeholders - meaning empathy and values make the decisive difference. They shape future leaders who drive operations forward and enthrall others. We teach our values of courage, responsibility, consideration and backbone in our courses and in our Coaching & Leadership Hub.
Challenge-based learning. Throughout your study programme, the EBS didactic concept of challenge-based learning provides insights into working practice. In close cooperation with partner companies, you learn about the topics that are essential for future leaders, based on real-life cases. In Real Business Challenges, you develop solutions and ideas, which you then present to the Management Board. In this way, you gain an understanding of the challenges of corporate governance.
Focus on you: personal development and state-of-the-art knowledge. The trends of technology/digitalization and ESG are an integral part of our programme. In addition, in Professional Development Workshops, you learn important skills that you will later need in practice as a manager.
With an EBS Master in Management, all doors are open to you. Graduates take on leadership positions in a wide variety of areas: be it as a management consultant, business developer, successor in a family business, founder or business partner.
Strong corporate partners
Numerous corporate partners support and accompany students during their time at EBS Universität. These include many well-known DAX-listed corporations and international business law firms. With the help of our partners, we provide an ideal mix of theory and practice.
During the programme, we work together with international industry giants such as P&G, HUGO BOSS, BMW, Porsche, Beiersdorf, Bertelsmann, Continental or Merck, consultancies such as KPMG or BCG. Our Career Services Centre helps you to make valuable contacts in the business world during your studies.
Today, EBS graduates stand out in particular because with a very good academic background and a strong practical approach, they quickly make a difference in the business world.
Astrid Teckentrup, Chief Executive Officer of Procter & Gamble (DACH) (EBS Alumna)
Success stories
Made by EBS
Once EBS, always EBS.
Our goal to impart knowledge and values has proved successful. This is underpinned by a strong network of over 12,000 alumni, many of whom work in top business positions. The Alumni Association is always there to support you during and after your studies. As you can see: we are a huge family.
Niccolò Lapini, Co-Founder and CEO of Bella&Bona (EBS Alumnus)
Almost every course involved a project with a company. I fondly remember the great L'Oréal competition, where we had to design the go-to-market approach for the launch of a new product with a team of three students.
Studienverlauf
What you will learn on the Master in Management (MSc) programme
The EBS Master’s in Management prepares you for high-level leadership roles in a global business environment. You’ll start with a solid foundation in management and business, then choose your own specialist focus areas and apply your knowledge in real-world projects, wrapping up with a final consulting field project. Whether it’s a study abroad experience or the Practice Track – you tailor your course of study to suit your career goals. Challenge-based learning, close corporate partnerships, international perspectives and a focus on leadership, digitalisation and sustainability make this programme a real career booster.
Choose your track:
Semester Abroad Track
120 ECTS
International management study programme leading to a Master of Science degree: two semesters at EBS Universität, two semesters at an international partner university, internships, language training, personal development and individual specialisation within the programme.
4 Semester
120 ECTS
1. Semester detail
The foundation for leadership, innovation and entrepreneurial success.
The first semester covers the fundamentals of successful management. You will develop a sound understanding of economic concepts, strategic thinking and the impact of new technologies. Combined with the systematic development of your personal and professional skills, this will lay the foundations for analysing complex challenges, making well-informed decisions and taking on entrepreneurial responsibility.
Managerial accounting, finance and economics
9
Professional and future skills
12
Strategy, innovation and emerging tech
9
2. Semester detail
Developing strategies. Shaping innovation. Leading change.
During the second semester, you will develop the skills to strategically align organisations and actively shape change. You will learn to drive innovation, develop sustainable approaches, lead organisations successfully and consistently put customers at the centre of everything you do. Real-world projects, combined with a focus on people, processes and social responsibility, will prepare you to successfully tackle complex challenges in a dynamic business environment.
Consulting field study
The best way to learn about strategy is where real decisions are made. In the Consulting Field Study, you and your team will tackle a real-life strategic challenge set by a corporate partner. You will analyse complex issues, develop well-founded recommendations for action, and present your outcomes directly to the company.
Corporate and contemporary international strategy for the digital age
6
Managing people, operations, and society
9
Specialisation
The Master's in Management allows you to tailor your studies specifically to your individual strengths, interests and career goals. There are four specialisations to choose from. If you write your Master’s thesis in your chosen specialisation, this will be stated on your degree certificate.
Managing innovations
Marketing management and customer centricity
Strategic leadership and organisational transformation
You will complete a compulsory four-week internship in a field relevant to your degree. This will give you the opportunity to apply the knowledge you have gained during your studies directly in a practical setting, gain valuable work experience and discover potential career paths.
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3. Semester detail
Discover the world
Internationality is part of the DNA of EBS University. You can choose from around 200 outstanding partner universities with locations around the globe for your semester abroad. Order information material now to receive an up-to-date list of partner universities.
4. Semester detail
Become an expert
Your master's thesis will allow you to independently explore an academic and practice-oriented research question. You will demonstrate your ability to analyse complex challenges using sound methodological approaches and to develop convincing solutions. You can write your thesis either abroad whilst studying at a partner university, or at EBS.
Practice Track
120 ECTS
International management degree programme leading to a Master of Science: two semesters at EBS Universität, one semester of intensive practical experience, language training, personal development and individual specialisation within the programme.
4 Semester
120 ECTS
1. Semester detail
The foundation for leadership, innovation and entrepreneurial success.
The first semester covers the fundamentals of successful management. You will develop a sound understanding of economic concepts, strategic thinking and the impact of new technologies. Combined with the systematic development of your personal and professional skills, this will lay the foundations for analysing complex challenges, making well-informed decisions and taking on entrepreneurial responsibility.
Managerial accounting, finance and economics
9
Professional and future skills
12
Strategy, innovation and emerging tech
9
2. Semester detail
Developing strategies. Shaping innovation. Leading change.
During the second semester, you will develop the skills to strategically align organisations and actively shape change. You will learn to drive innovation, develop sustainable approaches, lead organisations successfully and consistently put customers at the centre of everything you do. Real-world projects, combined with a focus on people, processes and social responsibility, will prepare you to successfully tackle complex challenges in a dynamic business environment.
Consulting field study
The best way to learn about strategy is where real decisions are made. In the Consulting Field Study, you and your team will tackle a real-life strategic challenge set by a corporate partner. You will analyse complex issues, develop well-founded recommendations for action, and present your outcomes directly to the company.
Corporate and contemporary international strategy for the digital age
6
Managing people, organisations and society
9
Specialisation
The Master's in Management allows you to tailor your studies specifically to your individual strengths, interests and career goals. There are four specialisations to choose from. If you write your Master’s thesis in your chosen specialisation, this will be stated on your degree certificate.
Managing innovations
Marketing management and customer centricity
Strategic leadership and organisational transformation
You will complete a compulsory four-week internship in a field relevant to your degree. This will give you the opportunity to apply the knowledge you have gained during your studies directly in a practical setting, gain valuable work experience and discover potential career paths.
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3. Semester detail
Gain experience. Shape the future.
The practice semester is the central element of the Practice Track. Its main focus is on gaining comprehensive practical experience to enable well-informed career planning and significantly increase your chances of a successful entry into the labour market. In total, you will complete at least 23 weeks of work placement in a field relevant to your studies, whilst specifically expanding your professional network. The work placement can be organised flexibly in several stages; remote placements are also possible.
4. Semester detail
Become an expert
Your master's thesis will allow you to independently explore an academic and practice-oriented research question. You will demonstrate your ability to analyse complex challenges using sound methodological approaches and to develop convincing solutions. You can write your thesis either abroad whilst studying at a partner university, or at EBS.
Accelerated Track
60 ECTS
An international management degree programme, condensed into two semesters, leading to a Master of Science degree. Entry requirements: A Bachelor’s degree with 240 ECTS credits, or equivalent professional experience if the degree comprises fewer than 240 ECTS credits.
2 Semester
60 ECTS
1. Semester detail
The foundation for leadership, innovation and entrepreneurial success.
The first semester covers the fundamentals of successful management. You will develop a sound understanding of economic concepts, strategic thinking and the impact of new technologies. Combined with the systematic development of your personal and professional skills, this will lay the foundations for analysing complex challenges, making well-informed decisions and taking on entrepreneurial responsibility.
Managerial accounting, finance and economics
9
Professional and future skills
12
Strategy, innovation and emerging tech
9
2. Semester detail
Developing strategies. Shaping innovation. Leading change.
During the second semester, you will develop the skills to strategically align organisations and actively shape change. You will learn to drive innovation, develop sustainable approaches, lead organisations successfully and consistently put customers at the centre of everything you do. Real-world projects, combined with a focus on people, processes and social responsibility, will prepare you to successfully tackle complex challenges in a dynamic business environment.
Managing people, operations and society
6
Specialisation
The Master's in Management allows you to tailor your studies specifically to your individual strengths, interests and career goals. There are four specialisations to choose from. If you write your Master’s thesis in your chosen specialisation, this will be stated on your degree certificate.
Managing innovations
Marketing management and customer centricity
Strategic leadership and organisational transformation
Your master's thesis will allow you to independently explore an academic and practice-oriented research question. You will demonstrate your ability to analyse complex challenges using sound methodological approaches and to develop convincing solutions.
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Dual Degree Option
132 - 180 ECTS
An international management study programme leading to a Master of Science degree from EBS Universität and a further degree from a partner university: two semesters at EBS Universität, three semesters at an international partner university, internships, language training, personal development and individual specialisation within the programme.
5 Semester
132-180 ECTS
1. Semester detail
The foundation for leadership, innovation and entrepreneurial success.
The first semester covers the fundamentals of successful management. You will develop a sound understanding of economic concepts, strategic thinking and the impact of new technologies. Combined with the systematic development of your personal and professional skills, this will lay the foundations for analysing complex challenges, making well-informed decisions and taking on entrepreneurial responsibility.
Managerial accounting, finance and economics
9
Professional and future skills
12
Strategy, innovation and emerging tech
9
2. Semester detail
Developing strategies. Shaping innovation. Leading change.
During the second semester, you will develop the skills to strategically align organisations and actively shape change. You will learn to drive innovation, develop sustainable approaches, lead organisations successfully and consistently put customers at the centre of everything you do. Real-world projects, combined with a focus on people, processes and social responsibility, will prepare you to successfully tackle complex challenges in a dynamic business environment.
Consulting field study
Strategie wird dort gelernt, wo echte Entscheidungen getroffen werden. In der Consulting Field Study bearbeiten Sie mit Ihrem Team eine reale strategische Herausforderung eines Unternehmenspartners. Sie analysieren komplexe Fragestellungen, entwickeln fundierte Handlungsempfehlungen und präsentieren Ihre Ergebnisse direkt vor dem Unternehmen.
Corporate and contemporary international strategy for the digital age
6
Managing people, organisations and society
9
Spezialisierung
Im Master in Management richten Sie Ihr Studium gezielt an Ihren individuellen Stärken, Interessen und beruflichen Zielen aus. Hierfür stehen Ihnen vier Spezialisierungen zur Auswahl. Verfassen Sie Ihre Masterarbeit in Ihrer gewählten Spezialisierung, wird diese auf Ihrem Zeugnis ausgewiesen.
Managing innovations
Marketing management and customer centricity
Strategic leadership and organisational transformation
Sie absolvieren ein verpflichtendes Praktikum von mindestens vier Wochen in einem studienrelevanten Arbeitsbereich. Dabei haben Sie die Chance, Ihr im Studium erworbenes Wissen direkt in der Praxis anzuwenden, wertvolle Berufserfahrung zu sammeln und spannende Einblicke in potenzielle Tätigkeitsfelder zu gewinnen.
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3. Semester detail
Discover the world
Internationality is part of the DNA of EBS University. You can choose from around 200 outstanding partner universities with locations around the globe for your semester abroad. Order information material now to receive an up-to-date list of partner universities.
4. Semester detail
Become an expert
Your master's thesis will allow you to independently explore an academic and practice-oriented research question. You will demonstrate your ability to analyse complex challenges using sound methodological approaches and to develop convincing solutions.
5. Semester detail
Earn an additional international degree (MBA or Master’s) alongside your degree from EBS University. Extend your studies abroad at one of our partner universities by a further semester and receive a dual degree. This will enable you to gain specialist knowledge within a broader international context and enhance your international employability.
Receive non-binding and concise information on everything you need to know to make your study decision.
In organisations, intelligent people repeatedly make poor decisions. Why? This specialisation gives you the analytical tools to find out and the leadership skills to avoid it.
AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) is a global not-for-profit organisation that brings together educators, students and businesses to achieve a common goal: to educate the next generation of leaders. Since 1916, AACSB has stood for the highest standards of quality, providing quality assurance, business education information, and learning and development services worldwide.
In 2022, EBS Universität was reaccredited by Wissenschaftsrat, the German Council of Science and Humanities, for the next 5 years.
This academic seal of quality is awarded to non-governmental universities whose performance in teaching and research meets recognised scientific standards. The period of accreditation by the Wissenschaftsrat is for a maximum of ten years, depending on the outcome of the review process. The Wissenschaftsrat is one of Germany’s most critical science policy advisory bodies and advises the federal and state governments on developing universities, science and research. In the multi-stage accreditation procedure, which includes the submission of a self-report by the university and a visit to the university by an external group of experts over several days, the university is evaluated in eight key areas. These include its academic quality in research and teaching, its structures and equipment, and its quality assurance and development.
All study programmes at EBS Universität are accredited by the Accreditation Council and are reviewed regularly in cooperation with the accreditation agency FIBAA.
The superordinate Foundation Akkreditierungsrat is an association of the German federal states aiming for quality assurance in learning and teaching at German universities. Since 2018, following the conversion of the German accreditation process, the Akkreditierungsrat has focused on the decision of accreditations. These are based on reviews of the accreditation agencies on programme accreditations as well as system accreditations. Thus, the Akkreditierungsrat plays an essential role in the final evaluation of the respective study programme. The Accreditation Council only accepts expert reports from accreditation agencies that have the EQAR registration of the Accreditation Council. The degree programmes at EBS Universität have been assessed by FIBAA, which is notably recognised in business and economics.
For a successful career as a manager in a leadership position, you need broad business management knowledge and a strong personality. Good insight into human nature and leadership qualities are just as important as interdisciplinary thinking or a very good mathematical mindset.
Characteristics and skills
If you have the following qualities and skills, nothing stands in your way of successfully completing your master's programme:
Soft skills, including communication, teamwork and negotiation skills
Sense of responsibility and the courage to find creative solutions to problems
Very good knowledge of English, as our courses are held in English
Selection process
Admission requirements and applying
The Master in Management degree at EBS Universität trains future managers to shape and drive the economy. This process begins by finding the right people for our management study programme.
Admission requirements
EBS Universität follows a holistic selection process. We assess the above minimum scores in the context of your overall profile, professional experience and background. There are no application deadlines at EBS. However, to ensure a smooth start to your studies, we recommend that you submit your application before 30 June (start fall term) and before 30 November (start spring term). For international applicants who require a visa, we recommend that you submit your application before 30 May (start fall term) or 15 October (start spring term).
Start your application by submitting the following documents on our online application platform:
A bachelor’s degree and transcripts in any field of study with at least 180 ECTS or an equivalent recognised qualification from an equally recognised institution. An application can also be submitted with a current transcript of records if the bachelor's degree is not yet available. Accelerated Track (60 ECTS): A bachelor’s degree and transcripts with at least 240 ECTS or an equivalent recognised qualification. Bachelor's degrees with 180 or 210 ECTS can be considered for the Accelerated Track if you have at least twelve or six months of professional experience (full-time) after the bachelor's degree programme. This work experience must be related to the content of the intended degree programme and must have been completed by the start of the degree programme at the latest.
English language certificate (TOEFL® iBT / MyBest TOEFL®: minimum 95; IELTS: 7; Duolingo English Test: minimum 125 or an equivalent certificate). Upon proof, if you have completed an undergraduate degree in English, are a native speaker, or have worked for at least two years in an English-speaking country, no certificate is required.
A valid GMAT (either the classic or new Focus edition; scores will be based on GMAC's percentile tables), GRE, Business Admissions Test (BAT), EBSgrad Test and/or Common Admissions Test (CAT).
Special admission route: SPJIMR If you study on the Global Management Programme of SPJIMR in Mumbai, India, you can complete the EBS Master of Science programme in 12 months. You will spend the first six months on the SPJIMR programme before joining the Master's programme at EBS.
Individual selection interview
In the interview, we evaluate your motivation and social skills. The decisive factors are performance and learning motivation, as well as communication skills and willingness to act in a socially responsible manner, in addition to your own initiative and drive.
After the selection interview, you can expect to hear back from us with a final decision within one week.
We focus on the quality of teaching. EBS Universität stands for one of the best management education programmes in the entire German-speaking world. You need to plan the following investment for the Master in Management at EBS:
Tuition fees in total (including all fees): Semester Abroad or Practice Track (for 4 semesters): 33,780 euros Accelerated Track (for 2 semesters): 27,830 euros
Early enrolment bonus: Reduction of tuition fees by a total of 3,000 euros* - for enrolment by 31 July for the spring term of the following year - for enrolment by 28 February for the fall term of the same year
*In order to receive the bonus, enrolment (signing of the study contract by the applicant) must be completed by the specified deadlines. As our selection process takes time, we recommend submitting the application at least one month before the respective deadline.
Student financing We try to enable all excellent applicants to study - regardless of their economic situation. Your performance, motivation and personality are decisive here. There is a wide range of options for financing a study programme. In many cases, it makes sense to combine various options. Take a look at the possibilities of scholarships and student funding. Here, you can find out which option is best for you.
Choosing a course of study is a big decision. It has a strong influence on the whole life that follows. Often studying involves leaving home and is the first step into an independent life of one’s own.
