Application for a MBA Programme
You can already apply to us one year in advance for your desired semester start. Read more about the admission requirements for our MBA with various specialisation study programmes.
Guidelines on how to apply
Read more to get all the information you need to apply for a MBA's degree at the UE.
Take the next steps in your career: A MBA’s degree at the UE
We are excited to hear of your interest in our MBA programmes at UE. Securing admission to any of our MBA programmes is crucial, and it is essential that you meet our admission criteria*. Detailed information is provided below for your reference. Should you have any further questions, our dedicated team of student advisors is prepared to guide you through the application process. You have the option to submit your application up to a year in advance, whether you’re aiming for the winter semester (starting in September each year) or the corresponding summer semester (beginning in March each year). If you happen to have missed recent application or semester start deadlines, no worries – your application will be included in the candidate list for the next available intake. For those already holding a valid student visa for Germany, applications can be submitted within the official application deadline.
The primary requirement for pursuing an MBA at UE is a minimum of one year of professional experience following your initial qualifying university degree. If you are transitioning from a different university and obtained a non-specialized Bachelor’s degree, you must complete a preparatory course before embarking on your MBA studies. The specific preparatory course will depend on the MBA programme you choose.
* Please take into consideration delays e.g. with entry visa.
Good to know
Before you apply to our future-oriented MBA programmes.
- First qualifying university degree: Bachelor's (minimum of 180 ECTS)
- Professional experience: at least 1 year after the first qualifying university degree
- Language proficiency: good English language skills (at least B2 level)
- Professional experience: at least 1 year after the first qualifying university degree
- Language proficiency: good English language skills (at least B2 level)
To apply, please fill out our online application form completely. Please upload your curriculum vitae, a copy of your identity card, a copy of your degree certificate (Diploma, Bachelor’s degree, MBA or Master’s degree), proof of professional experience for at least one year and your high-school diploma with an official translation into English or German. If the certificates are not yet available at the time of your application, you can submit them later.
English language certificate (at least B2 level)
- IELTS 6.0 overall / B2 Level
- TOEFL iBT72
- TOEFL ITP (paper based) 543
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) 59
- Pearson Test of English (General) Level 1
- Cambridge English Advanced and Proficiency 169 overall
- Cambridge Exam First (FCE) B2 CEFR = First (FCE), 160
- TOEIC Listening 400, Reading 385, Speaking 160, Writing 150
- PASSWORD 6.0 (no less than 5.0 in each component)
- EF SET (50-minute Test) 60(only for students applying with an MOI letter)
- Duolingo 105
In addition to our full-time MBA, we have a variety of specializations. Please note that these may require separate admission requirements. Your student advisor will tell you more.