Master of Science in Business Administration

Humboldt-Universitat zu Berlin · Berlin, Germany

Level: Master's
Award: Master of Science
Language: English
Duration: 4 semesters
Study mode: Full-time
Campus: Berlin
Apply by: <p>Usually from 1 May to 31 May<br /> For details, see: <a href="https://www.hu-berlin.de/en/study/before-your-studies/apply/deadlines#c3635">https://www.hu-berlin.de/en/study/before-your-studies/apply/deadlines#c3635</a> (under “For Master of Arts/Science programmes with admission restrictions”)</p>
Starts: Winter semester

Humboldt-Universitat zu Berlin does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 – €12,900 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements: Applicants must have a professional qualification from a university degree programme in Business Administration, Economics, or a related degree with at least 100 ECTS credits in economic subjects and in economically relevant areas of law (excluding methodological subject areas and the Bachelor's thesis). If the degree is still outstanding at the time of application, proof must be provided that no more than 30 ECTS credits are yet to be acquired. At least 24 ECTS credits must have been earned in the methodological fields in mathematics, statistics, econometrics, and microeconomics. Macroeconomics is not included in this field. In addition to meeting the formal access and eligibility criteria, we also expect you to have an interest in economic subjects, enjoy scientific research, and possess strong quantitative and analytical skills. Additionally, it is important to have sufficient computer skills, possess the ability to organise yourself effectively, and demonstrate commitment to the programme. https://www.wiwi.hu-berlin.de/en/study/bewerbung/standardseite Official admission rules (in German): https://www.hu-berlin.de/fileadmin/Dokumentenpool/Studium/202504_WiSe2025-26_zzr/2.2.3.03.
English language requirement: C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: IELTS Academic: 7
German language requirement: No minimum language level required
Application period: Usually from 1 May to 31 May For details, see: https://www.hu-berlin.de/en/study/before-your-studies/apply/deadlines#c3635 (under “For Master of Arts/Science programmes with admission restrictions”)
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About this programme

The Master of Science in Business Administration programme aims to provide students with the necessary business management knowledge and skills to work successfully in an international and constantly changing economic environment. The faculty places great value on ensuring that the offered programmes can be completed within the standard period of study and regularly evaluates the courses. We strongly believe that the following skills are essential to this: General knowledge : If you are interested in pursuing a Master's degree, you are faced with the decision to either specialise in one area or cover a broad range of topics. Business requirements are subject to constant development. For that reason, we believe that being overly specialised in an ever-changing environment is not advisable. That is why we offer a general Master's programme in business administration similar to those offered at the majority of internationally renowned universities. Special knowledge : That said, in-depth knowledge is indispensable. With that in mind, you can specialise in the subject areas offered as part of your degree programme. Research skills : In recent years, business administration has evolved into a discipline driven by analytics and empirical research. As a result, for students ready to shape the future of business and research, a firm grounding in quantitative methods is an indispensable asset. Only those who are able to understand and evaluate scientific results will be able to put th