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Master
Master Business Administration
Winter: May 15, 2026
Duration
4 semesters
Language
Bilingual
EURTuition
1,500+ EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About Master Business Administration
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich) is one of the leading universities in Germany, known for its excellent academic programs and research facilities. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at LMU Munich is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business management and leadership skills. The program offers a diverse range of courses, including finance, marketing, operations, and strategy, to prepare students for a successful career in the business world. With a strong emphasis on practical learning and real-world applications, the MBA program at LMU Munich equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in today's competitive business environment. Graduates of the program have gone on to pursue successful careers in various industries, both in Germany and internationally.
Specialization
5 Specializations to choose from Accounting, Controlling & Taxation, Finance & Insurance, Digital Business, Management & Strategy, Marketing, Management & Innovation
Fields of study
Business & Management(Business & Economics)
Marketing & Sales(Business & Economics)
Finance & Banking(Business & Economics)
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What you need to apply for Master Business Administration at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich)
English language
IELTS Overall
7.5/ 9.0
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German language
German for application
B2
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German for enrollment
B2
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Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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if the degree certificate from the first degree is not yet available at the time of application, a "Transcript of Records" showing the modules successfully completed in the first degree up to that point must be enclosed with the application (status: proof of at least 140 ECTS).
Copy of the degree certificate from the first degree with a professionally qualifying university degree in a degree program in economics with a total of at least 180 ECTS of which at least 15 ECTS from modules in general business administration and at least 15 ECTS from modules in economics; if the degree certificate from the first degree is not yet available at the time of application, a "Transcript of Records" showing the modules successfully completed in the first degree up to that point must be enclosed with the application (status: proof of at least 140 ECTS).
Prerequisites
1\. A first academic degree (bachelor’s or equivalent):
Please note that acquiring an academic degree in one subject does not necessarily qualify you for any master's degree program. The subjects which are recognized for pre-qualification are listed in the Examination & Study Regulations associated with each master's degree program. In general, you should have acquired your first academic degree in a field which is similar to the aspired second degree program. For more information, please contact the International Admissions Office or talk to the study coordinator responsible for your specific degree program (assuming you already know which academic route you wish to take).
2\. Furnishing evidence of proficiency in German:
In order to study at LMU, you will need to provide evidence that you are proficient in German. An exception is made for master's degree programs and doctoral degree programs which are taught in English.
If you are not an EU citizen and you are applying to study a subject without admission restrictions but have not yet obtained a language certificate, you can provide evidence of your proficiency in German by signing up for an intensive German language course (or another B2 certificate not older than 12 months):
- you will have to reach at least B2 level of the European reference guidelines in order to qualify. Please note that without this certificate, your application will be rejected!
You can apply for the Master's program in Business Administration at the LMU Munich School of Management if you have a first professional university degree in a field of economics with at least 180 ECTS points or an equivalent degree from Germany or abroad.
To qualify for application to the consecutive LMU Master in Business Administration, your first degree must meet the following requirements:
major in economics (in total more than half of all ECTS points from courses in Business Administration and/or Economics).
including at least 15 ECTS points from courses in general business administration and at least 15 ECTS points from courses in economics.
In addition to good basic technical knowledge, fluent written and spoken German and English are important, as are cognitive skills such as the ability to think abstractly and solve problems.
English language requirements :-Proof of a successfully completed English language test, such as a TOEFL ibt with at least 100 points,
IELTS 7,5 or TOEFL ibt 100
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Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Master Business Administration
Programme-specific documents
Application form; we will automatically receive the application form after you have submitted your application online registration (in German).
Curriculum vitae in tabular form
Copy of the degree certificate from the first degree with a professionally qualifying university degree in a degree program in economics with a total of at least 180 ECTS of which at least 15 ECTS from modules in general business administration and at least 15 ECTS from modules in economics; if the degree certificate from the first degree is not yet available at the time of application, a "Transcript of Records" showing the modules successfully completed in the first degree up to that point must be enclosed with the application (status: proof of at least 140 ECTS).
Proof of a successfully completed English language test, such as a TOEFL ibt with at least 100 points, if neither the degree is in a completely English-language course of study (independent course of study, no "double diploma" based on the recognition of German study sections), nor the university entrance qualification was obtained in English. Please refer to the information sheet on approved proofs of language competence (in German) (PDF, 96 KB) for all approved proofs of language competence; unfortunately, we cannot accept any other proofs than those mentioned there.
International applicants: Proof of a successfully completed German language test if neither the degree was obtained in a German-language course of study nor the university entrance qualification was obtained in German. Information on German language certificates required for registration at the LMU
Facultatively, we require the following documents for direct qualification for the selection interview:
Proof of a successfully completed GMAT or GMAT online test (min. 600 points) or GMAT Focus edition test (at least 565 points) (LJK-FT-79) or
Credit recognition certificate for the Master's entrance exam (in German) (PDF, 476 KB) Please send the document to [email protected]
If you do not have a sufficient GMAT score or certificate of recognition, you have the option of taking a written entrance examination at the LMU Faculty of Business Administration. The Master's entrance exam 2026 will take place on 05.06.2026 (tbc) and will be conducted in person at LMU Munich. A passed entrance exam qualifies for participation in the selection interview. For more information on the procedure and contents of the entrance examination, please refer to the information sheet on the entrance examination 2025 (in German) (PDF, 187 KB).
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Tuition
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Semester contribution
85 EUR
per semester
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Estimated year-1 total cost
15,074 – 24,074 EUR
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This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
Winter Semester 2024/25: basic fee 85,00 €
According to an update provided by the Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern, the agreement on the semester ticket will be suspended as of the Winter Semester 2023/24. Thus, as of the Winter Semester 2023/24 the required additional fee for the semester ticket will be discontinued until further notice. As part of the continuation of registration only the basic fee must be paid at present.For further information on finding alternatives to the semester ticket, please refer to website of the Studierendenwerk at as well as to those of the transport authorities.
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