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Business Administration

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Think internationally about leadership and management

Develop global strategies, conduct negotiations, make corporate decisions – the English-language MBA programme at FOM University prepares you to take on responsibility as a manager. You will expand your specialist knowledge in areas such as marketing, finance and business law and develop personal skills for top international management.

You will also have the opportunity to set individual priorities and deepen your knowledge in specific areas. Exchanging ideas with students from different industries will broaden your horizons, while accompanying career coaching will support your personal development.

You will complete your part-time “Master of Business Administration (MBA)” programme with a state-recognised and internationally accredited masters degree from FOM University.

 

Facts at a glance

Study model

Campus-Studium+ In the lecture hall plus live digital lectures:
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Scope of performance

90 credit points according to ECTS

Duration

3 semesters plus thesis

Language

English

Tuition fee

13,800€, payable in 24 monthly payments of 575€ each, plus a one-off payment of matriculation fee 1,590€ , payable in 6 monthly payments of 265€ within the first semester, and examination fee 500€ payable at the end of the programme. Good to know: FOM is a non-profit organisation—not commercial. Tuition fees are reinvested entirely in teaching, research, and modern learning formats. Your studies are tax-deductible. Previous studies can be credited toward your degree, saving you time and money. FOM University will support you in emergencies. More information below.

University degree

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – nationally and internationally recognised

Gain a 360° entrepreneurial perspective

Integral Total Management (ITM)

During the MBA study programme at FOM you will learn how to think and act on an integrative, practical basis. The Integral Total Management (ITM) concept developed by FOM uses case studies to highlight the com- plex interrelationships between the individual specialist disciplines and decision-making fields of the management world. In the learning modules and subsequent assessments, your lecturers will ensure that you take the practical consequences for the entire company into account in your approach and decisions. 

Studying together – in the lecture hall and digitally

Campus-Studium+

Learn in a group and acquire knowledge together: With Campus Studies+, you benefit from personal interaction on site at one of over 30 FOM university centres. In addition, you participate in live digital lectures in selected modules. Your advantage? You remain flexible: Before each semester, you have the option of taking additional modules digitally, studying completely virtually, or changing your university centre.
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The FOM MBA

Integral Total Management (ITM)

Thanks to the ITM concept, the MBA study programme provides you with a 360° entrepreneurial perspective. 

Practical experience

FOM University of Applied Sciences is the university of choice for professionals with close ties with the business world. 

Personal coaching

Coaching specifically tailored to MBA students supports you in your personal development and career planning. 

MBA programme & specialisations

Choose one of seven areas of specialisation – two of which are taught in block seminars abroad – and delve deeper to acquire future-oriented expertise. 

All facts about the Business Administration (MBA) programme

  • Semester start: March (summer semester) or September (winter semester)
  • Time models: Evening and Saturday studies
  • Semester breaks: in August and from mid to late February

You can study the MBA at FOM if you have a first university degree – for example, a bachelor’s, master's, diploma, Magister or state examination. Degrees from accredited vocational academies are also recognised.

You must also meet the following requirements

  • Your university degree must comprise at least 210 ECTS credits, 

or

  •  Your university degree comprises 180 ECTS credits and you can compensate for up to 30 ECTS credits through additional qualifications, such as academic achievements or professional experience.

You will need:

  • At least one year of professional experience after graduation
  • adequate English language skills at language level B2 (e.g. at least 860 points on the TOEIC or at least 83 points on the TOEFL)
  • current employment

If you are not currently employed, please contact the FOM Student Advisory Service – we will be happy to check your options.

Are you wondering whether studying at FOM is right for you, your everyday life and your interests? Then give it a try – it's easy with a free trial lecture. Whether live on campus or digitally from our FOM studios, you will gain real insights, get to know the lecturers and experience how the content is taught.

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Start your studies with fresh knowledge: the free basic modules help you refresh your knowledge and fill in any gaps – digitally, compactly and tailored to your degree programme.

 Your smart start to university

Our preparatory courses help you refresh your specialist knowledge and fill any gaps in your knowledge – flexibly and digitally, even before you start your studies.

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With ‘Master Your Career’, you can develop your skills in a targeted manner – voluntarily and free of charge. The programme, which is specially designed for Master's students, offers content on topics such as leadership and self-management.

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Take the next step in your career – with a flexible doctoral programme at international partner universities. You will complete your doctorate while working, with digital support and intensive supervision.

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Quick and flexible: register for your FOM degree programme online in just a few clicks. Simply fill out the online registration form and submit it. Alternatively, you can save your details and complete the form later.

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Explore specialisations

Specialisation in MBA

Discover all available options and find the specialisation that’s right for you. Tailor your MBA to your professional goals: In the third semester, you can choose from a range of specialisations that match your interests and career aspirations. Discover all available options and find the specialisation that’s right for you.

 Choose your specialisation

FOM International Summer Academies

Study within an international network of renowned partner universities

As a FOM Master's student, you have the option of participating in summer academies at international partner universities – credits are transferable. You will strengthen your language skills and intercultural competencies in a targeted manner – skills that are in high demand according to NAFSA (2024), the world's leading organisation for international higher education.
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The tuition fees for this degree programme

Monthly tuition fees

575 €

 

 

Total fee: €15,890 
The course fee is payable in 24 monthly instalments of 575 euro – with no additional interest. The one-time enrolment fee is 1,590 euro payable in 6 monthly payments of 265 € within the first semester– for participants who have completed or are currently enrolled in a degree programme or recognised continuing education programme at an institute belonging to the BCW Group, this fee is reduced by half. The one-time examination fee of 500 euro is payable at the end of the programme.

This is what we use your tuition fees for

FOM is a non-profit, independent university with a clear educational mission.
It was founded on the initiative of the non-profit Foundation for International Education and Science – together with trade associations and companies. Not as a commercial institution, but to enable working professionals and high school graduates to pursue a high-quality and affordable university education.

Tuition fees are invested entirely in the quality of the university education:
in teaching, research, personal support, modern university centres, digital offerings such as the online library, and innovative learning formats – such as the multimedia FOM Studios.

What else you should know about tuition fees

Sometimes you need more than just an overview of figures. That's why you'll find important information here about how we can support you if necessary—and how you can actively reduce your fees.

You can usually claim tax relief on your studies at FOM University. This includes not only tuition fees and exam costs, but also expenses for specialist literature, travel costs to the university, and work equipment such as a laptop or special software.

Prof. Dr. Christoph Juhn, tax advisor and FOM expert in tax law, reveals how FOM students can cleverly claim expenses.

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Have you already completed vocational training, further education, or other studies? Then you can have these achievements credited to your degree program, saving you time and money.

For academic achievements that you have already completed at a university, use the FOM credit transfer application, which will be individually reviewed and recognized.

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If necessary, you can take a break from your FOM studies for up to two semesters free of charge. You do not pay any tuition fees during these semesters of leave.
 

If you find yourself in a particularly difficult personal or financial situation during your studies, you have the option of agreeing on an individual payment plan with FOM.

Feel free to contact us – confidentially, easily, and without bureaucratic hurdles.

The FOM Student Advisory Service will assist you discreetly and solution-oriented and support you in developing a suitable payment plan that fits your situation.
 

Personal information material about your FOM studies

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Find out more about studying at FOM

Be there live – online or on campus

Would you like to study for your master's degree while working and find out how studying at FOM works? Then join us live – either digitally in one of our online information events or in person at “Meet your Campus” on site.
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Personality and competency development

98%

of FOM graduates state that their studies have strengthened their professional expertise and contributed to their personal development.

Successful graduates

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Graduates have completed their studies at FOM University.

High success rate

>80%

of FOM bachelor's students successfully complete their studies.

Staatlich und international anerkannt

100%

of FOM's bachelor's and master's degrees are recognized nationally and internationally.

Student satisfaction

96%

of FOM students would recommend the program to others.

Theory meets practice

2.000

Teachers from academia and industry combine academic expertise with practical experience.

Excellent quality

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System accredited since 2012

FOM has been accredited by FIBAA since 2012. This accreditation attests to the high quality of the courses offered and entitles FOM to independently accredit new courses.
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FAQs

Questions about the Business Administration (MBA) programme:

You will qualify for management positions in companies across all industries, e.g. in management, finance, marketing, HR or consulting. You will also be able to start your own business.
 

The programme is designed to be taken alongside work. Classes take place in the evenings and at weekends, supplemented by digital learning formats – so you can easily combine it with your job.
 

You need a university degree with 210 ECTS or 180 ECTS plus additional qualifications that compensate for up to 30 ECTS. In addition, you need at least one year of professional experience after graduation, current professional activity and English language skills at B2 level.
 

The programme usually lasts four semesters (two years). You can start in either the winter semester (September) or the summer semester (March). Depending on your previous education, the duration of the programme may be shortened. Our student advisory service will be happy to help you find the best way to get started.
 

Yes, the programme is designed for this purpose. Work and study can be easily combined – with practical content that you can apply directly in your everyday working life.
 

Yes, you can have academic achievements already completed credited to your degree program. To do so, upload your supporting documents—such as transcripts, certificates, or module descriptions—using the online form. The Student Advisory Service will review your documents and inform you whether and which modules can be credited.