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MScRestricted admission
Master
Operations Research and Business Analytics (ORBA)
Winter: Jun 15, 2026
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (155.2 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter
About Operations Research and Business Analytics (ORBA)
Otto von Guericke University (OVGU) Magdeburg is a renowned institution known for its excellence in research and education. The university offers a course in Operations Research and Business Analytics (ORBA) which provides students with the necessary skills to analyze and optimize complex business processes. The program combines mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and computer science to solve real-world problems in various industries. With a strong emphasis on practical applications, students are equipped with the tools to make data-driven decisions and improve operational efficiency. The ORBA course at OVGU Magdeburg prepares students for successful careers in fields such as supply chain management, finance, and consulting.
Specialization
Specialization: Financial Engineering/ Financial Management Supply Chain Management
Fields of study
Business & Management(Business & Economics)
Industrial Engineering(Engineering)
How to apply
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Operations Research and Business Analytics (ORBA) at Otto von Guericke University (OVGU) Magdeburg
English language
IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.9
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Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
140
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Relevant bachelor’s, diploma, or comparable degree from a recognized university in Germany with at least 140 ECTS (at the time of applying),
and an average grade from 1.0 up to 2.9 (German grading scale applies), determined from the examination results.
- A study program is relevant if at least:
A. 45 ECTS (EU degrees) or 9 modules (Non-EU degrees) in economics, business administration, and at least 20 ECTS (EU degrees) or 4 (Non-EU degrees) in the field of quantitative methods, or
B. 65 ECTS (EU degrees) or 13 modules (Non-EU degrees) in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Operations Research modules
have been acquired.
As per university mail detailed information realted with degreee completion
For the ORBA study program, a master’s with a very limited number of spaces (30 winter/ 20 summer intake places) and applicants from worldwide we require an excellent previous academic undergraduate degree (a relevant to our's) in economics, business, advanced mathematics, and statistics. This education you must prove a GPA from 1,0 up to max. 2,9 (German grading scale by strict rule) and:
a minimum of 45 ECTS (EU degree) or 9 (non-EU) modules in economics, business administration modules plus 20 ECTS or 4 modules in quantitative methods (no application studies) studies or a minimum of 65 ECTS or 13 modules in mathematics-statistic modules. Please be aware that the ORBA study program is very challenging and highly analytically, and mathematically orientated. Several compulsory modules must be taken at the department of computer science and mathematics and require advanced knowledge in these fields.
The examination board of the Faculty of Economics and Management will make the evaluation of your application based on the study regulations.
https://www.ovgu.de/unimagdeburg/en/Study/Study+Programme...
ECTS form is there
Prerequisites
Entry requirements1. Relevant bachelor’s, diploma, or comparable degree from a recognized university in Germany with at least 140 ECTS (at the time of applying),
and an average grade from 1.0 up to 2.9 (German grading scale applies), determined from the examination results.
\- A study program is relevant if at least:
A. 45 ECTS (EU degrees) or 9 modules (Non-EU degrees) in economics, business administration, and at least 20 ECTS (EU degrees) or 4 (Non-EU degrees) in the field of quantitative methods, or
B. 65 ECTS (EU degrees) or 13 modules (Non-EU degrees) in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Operations Research modules
have been acquired.
2\. Proof of the relevant first academic degree with the mandatory [standardized form “Relevance”](http://www.isp.ovgu.de/manec_media/ORBARelevanceDocu-p-27...) of the faculty.
\- Applicants who have obtained their bachelor's degree at the Faculty of Economics and Management of Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg do not have to prove the relevance of a completed undergraduate degree, as this information is already known to the faculty.
3\. Proof of [English Language Skills](https://www.ovgu.de/unimagdeburg_media/Nachweis_English.pdf) on C1 level with one of the recognized options.
4\. Mandatory, [standardized form “Letter of Motivation”](http://www.isp.ovgu.de/manec_media/Master/ORBA/WS+2020+OR...) of the faculty.
5\. Professional experiences, and internships set out in a tabular CV
Applicants, who apply for a higher semester find the additional necessary applications [here](https://www.fww.ovgu.de/en/Faculty/Examination+Office/Rec...)
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Operations Research and Business Analytics (ORBA)
Programme-specific documents
1.Application form
2.Passport Certificates
3. Bachelor Degree Certificate/Provisional Degree Certificate
4.Bachelor Degree Transcripts
5. Bachelor Degree Grading System Certificate
6.Secondary School Certificates(10+12)
7.SOP
8. LOR's
9.CV
10. ECTS Form
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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Step-by-step guide to applying for Operations Research and Business Analytics (ORBA) at Otto von Guericke University (OVGU) Magdeburg
Selection process
CURRENT PROCESSING TIMES
As a rule, you will receive your test results in 4 to 6 weeks - from the day we receive your application and payment. We process all incoming applications in the order they are received.
You have already submitted your application? These are our current processing times:
Central and Eastern Europe: about 4 weeks
Asia, North America and Oceania: about 4 weeks
Western Europe, Turkey and Latin America: about 4 weeks
Africa, Middle East and Iran: about 4 weeks
In individual cases, the processing may take longer.
(Region = origin of your certificates)
(As of July 29, 2019)
Confirmation for the receipt of your mail
For each mail item that you send to uni-assist, you will receive an acknowledgment of receipt by e-mail. For this we register your post in our system. This can take a few days. This is especially the case shortly before important deadlines, when we receive thousands of shipments per day.
Do not worry if you do not hear from us directly. Of course, your post is always registered with the day we actually received it.
We are currently registering the post we received on the 1st of August 2019 .
You will receive the confirmation of receipt within 24 hours after registration.
(As of 1 August 2019)
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Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
155.2 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,214 – 12,214 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
33%
1 accepted out of 3 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
1.45
Avg. accepted grade
German scale
1.45
Best admitted grade
German scale
2.18
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 3 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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