60 Best Business Administration (MBA) Programs in Germany

Across Germany, 29 universities offer 60 Business Administration (MBA) programs; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Universität Hamburg and Universität Köln come first, because those universities rank highest.

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49Professional

#138 in Germany Germany

International Management (MBA) 120 ECTS

Cologne Business School — Cologne Business School offers the MBA International Management (International Management (MBA) 120 ECTS), a full-time programme taught in English. The curriculum builds...

ProfessionalLevel

4 semestersDuration

Full TimeMode

WinterIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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50Professional

#138 in Germany Germany

International Management (MBA) 60 ECTS

Cologne Business School — Cologne Business School offers the International Management (MBA) Fast Track, designed as an MBA in one year with 60 ECTS. The study covers all essential business studies...

ProfessionalLevel

12 monthsDuration

Full TimeMode

WinterIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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51Master's Degree

#138 in Germany Germany

Master of Business Administration

Cologne Business School — Cologne Business School’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Management is a full-time program with 120 ECTS and a winter start. Students study mana...

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52PhD / Doctorate

#145 in Germany Germany

Doctor of Business Administration

Europäische Betriebswirtschafts-Akademie — The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at Europäische Betriebswirtschafts-Akademie is designed for professionals looking to enhance their leadership capabili...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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53Master's Degree

#148 in Germany Germany

IBR Global MBA

Hochschule Albstadt-Sigmaringen — Hochschule Albstadt-Sigmaringen offers the IBR Global MBA (Master). The programme is a blend of residential periods and assignments built as practical in-company projects...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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54Professional

#166 in Germany Germany

MBA Management und Führungskompetenz (MBA), berufsbegleitend

Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences — Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences lists “MBA Management und Führungskompetenz (MBA), berufsbegleitend” among its berufsbegleitende Master studies. The wider progra...

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55Master's Degree

#177 in Germany Germany

Master of Business Administration Mba

Nordakademie, Staatlich anerkannte private Fachhochschule mit dualen Studiengängen — The Nordakademie Master of Business Administration (MBA) focuses on three pillars. Students study business foundations such as company purpose, external and internal acco...

Master's DegreeLevel

24 Monate berufsbegleitendDuration

Full TimeMode

AprilOctoberIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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56PhD / Doctorate

#183 in Germany Germany

Doctor of Business Administration

Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft — The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) at Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft is a prestigious program designed for professionals looking to enhance their managerial skill...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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57Professional

#183 in Germany Germany

MBA - General Management

Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft — The MBA in General Management at Fachhochschule der Wirtschaft provides a comprehensive overview of essential management principles and practices necessary for success in...

ProfessionalLevel

3–4 yearsDuration

Part TimeMode

FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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58Master's Degree

#184 in Germany Germany

International Business Administration

Rheinische Fachhochschule Köln — The Master's Degree in International Business Administration at Rheinische Fachhochschule Köln is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to thrive in today'...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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59Professional

#184 in Germany Germany

MBA International Business

Rheinische Fachhochschule Köln — The MBA in International Business at Rheinische Fachhochschule Köln provides a comprehensive understanding of the global business landscape. This course is designed for t...

ProfessionalLevel

3–4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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60Master's Degree

#197 in Germany Germany

Master of Business Administration Mba

IST-Hochschule fur Management — IST-Hochschule fur Management offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) designed for professionals aiming for a leadership position. The course builds business adm...

Master's DegreeLevel

3 Semesters (full-time) / 5 Semesters (part-time)Duration

Full TimeMode

Oktober-StartIntake

Business Administration (MBA)

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How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #54 (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich) to #272 (Universität Köln); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich has the largest research record in this group, with 29,827,940 citations and an h-index of 1,161. 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 27 bachelor's, 18 master's, 13 professional and 2 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 83% are full-time and 3 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (68% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (49% of courses with a stated intake). Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Stuttgart offers the widest choice, with 16 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Germany for Business Administration (MBA)?

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (QS World #54), Universität Hamburg (QS World #193) and Universität Köln (QS World #272) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Business Administration (MBA) course take in Germany?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Business Administration (MBA) courses start in Germany?

Fall is the main intake — 68% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Business Administration (MBA) online with a university in Germany?

3 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Business Administration (MBA) courses in Germany?

Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Stuttgart, with 16, ahead of Frankfurt School of Finance & Management (5).

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