///
English
1,500+ EUR/sem
Winter and Summer
FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics and Management is one of Germany's largest private universities. Founded in 1993, it caters primarily to working professionals seeking to further their education without interrupting their careers. With a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, FOM focuses on business, economics, engineering, and health & social sciences. The university boasts a significant network of campuses across Germany, making it accessible to a broad range of students. FOM's commitment to combining academic rigor with practical relevance is designed to equip students with the skills needed to excel in their professional lives.
Fields of study
How to apply
What you need to apply for Business Administration at FOM University of Applied Sciences
an adequate knowledge of English (corresponding to an intermediate language level B2 according GER, e.g. at least 860 points TOEIC or at least 83 points TOEFL)
What to prepare for your application to Business Administration
Authenticated copy of general university entrance qualification certificate and school-leaving certificate or high school diploma
Curriculum Vitae
Authenticated copy of bachelor's degree certificate (for details check the admission requirements and Transcript of Records bachelor's degree
Proof of sufficient English language skills (at least B2 proficiency level – for details check the admission requirements)
Only for MBA: Proof of professional activity for at least 1 year after completion of the bachelor's degree (prerequisite)
Scan of passport
Step-by-step guide to applying for Business Administration at FOM University of Applied Sciences
Please download the application form at the bottom of this page.
Step 1: Register your personal data and educational background in the application form.
Step 2: Please send the filled out and signed application form as well as the following documents as certified copies via email to [email protected]:
Authenticated copy of General university entrance qualification certificate
Curriculum vitae
Authenticated copy of Bachelor degree certificate (for details check the admission requirements)
Authenticated copy of Transcript of records Bachelor’s degree
If applicable: Authenticated copy of Master degree and diploma
Proof of sufficient English language skills (at least B2 proficiency level – for details check the admission requirements)
Proof of professional activity for at least 1 year after completion of the bachelor degree (prerequisite)
Scan of passport
Please always enter your full name as it is mentioned in your passport. If you do not have a last name, please enter "-".
All documents must be in German or English. If your original document is written in another language, you must have your document translated by a certified translator. Please then send a certified copy of the original and the certified translation when applying.
Please send all documents as one PDF and name the file as followed: Last name, first name_Study programme (e.g. Smith, Jane_Big Data and Business Analytics).
Note: Where can I have my documents certified?
issuing institutions, e.g. schools, universities and language schools,
the Ministry of Education in your home country
the German embassies and consulates,
the cultural department of the embassy of the country from which the certificate originates,
the authorities and notaries who are authorised to carry out official certification in your home country.
Important: Translators are not allowed to certify documents in the original language.
Step 3: After the successful admission the originals and authenticated documents as well as the originally signed registration form need to be handed in at the International Office.
Tuition
1,500+ EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
17.5 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
Statistics will appear here as more applicants report their outcomes. Check back later for acceptance rates and grade benchmarks.
Other Business & Management programmes ordered by QS ranking
Browse the full programmes directory to explore more options.
Browse all programmesLooking for more programmes at FOM University of Applied Sciences?
View university pageUniversity degree¹ worth 210 credit points² (interested parties with a university degree worth 180 credit points² can gain access to the course after establishing appropriately qualified professional experience or other university achievements)
90 ECTS credits
at least one year’s professional experience after the first degree
required 2 pages
yes, required
required
1\. 90 ECTS credits
2\. University degree1 (Diplom, Magister, Bachelor, Staatsexamen) worth 210 Credit Points² (applicants with a university degree worth 180 Credit Points² may be admitted to a course after appropriate professional experience or other university achievements are recognised)
3\. at least one year’s professional experience after the first degree
4\. an adequate knowledge of English (corresponding to an intermediate language level B2 according GER, e.g. at least 860 points TOEIC or at least 83 points TOEFL)
5\. must currently be employed³
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
Open application portalApostille and notarization
Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.
Need help preparing your documents?
Our document preparation bundle covers SOP, CV, LOR, and translation coordination, reviewed by our team.
View document bundle-Direct verification of your data for completeness
-Direct upload of the documents to be submitted
-Receive a summary of your credentials immediately
-Examination to fulfill the admission requirements and feedback within 5 - 10 working days
Apply via
direct
Mode
unknown
APS
Required for Application
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
MediumAddress
Herkulesstraße 32, 45127 Essen, Germany
Not admitted to this programme?
Germany has thousands of programmes across hundreds of universities. Use the compare tool to find similar programmes and see which fits your profile better.
Estimated year-1 total cost
14,940 – 23,940 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
Additional fee information
17.5000 euros
Plan your total budget for Germany
Use the MS in Germany cost calculator to estimate living expenses, insurance, and your full year-one spend.
Open cost calculator