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MScRestricted admission
Master
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
1,500+ EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About Management
WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management is a prestigious business school located in Germany. The Master in Management program at WHU is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of business management and leadership skills. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics including finance, marketing, operations, and strategy. Students have the opportunity to participate in real-world consulting projects and internships to gain practical experience. Graduates of the program are well-equipped to pursue successful careers in various industries and sectors.
Fields of study
Economics(Business & Economics)
Business & Management(Business & Economics)
How to apply
Channeldirect
Modeonline
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Management at WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management
English language
IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
Public info
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TOEFL English language proficiency test with a score of at least 100 internet based (WHU Code: 0682),
OR IELTS of at least 7.0
OR Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) of at least Grade C
OR Cambridge Certificate of Advance in English (CAE) of Grade A
English language proficiency test is not required if your first language is English or your Bachelor was completed entirely in English. In this case, proof from your university is required.
A TOEFL score of at least 105 internet based, or IELTS of 7.5 is recommended due to the requirements by some of our partner universities for the study abroad semester
Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with at least 180 ECTS credits*
At least 14 weeks of relevant practical experience (20 weeks recommended)
International experience of about 3 months***
Prerequisites
Academic background: Bachelor’s degree in business or economics.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in business or economics from an accredited institution with a minimum of 180 ECTS credits. If the degree was obtained outside Germany, the university must be listed as “H+” in the [Anabin](https://anabin.kmk.org/db/institutionen) database to confirm its equivalence to a German higher education institution.
Practical experience: Minimum 3 months, maximum 2 years.
The program is designed for candidates with no more than two years of postgraduate work experience. Applicants must have at least 12 weeks (480 hours) of practical experience in a business-related role. This requirement can be fulfilled before the start of your studies at WHU. Please submit a certificate or official letter from your employer that includes your name, position title, start and end dates, a brief description of your responsibilities, as well as the company stamp and an official signature.
Quantitative & analytical proficiency: GMAT, GRE or GTEBS.
We require one of the following test scores (online formats are accepted):
- GMAT: min. 555 (Code: FBR-FH-93)
- GRE: min. 158/158 - Verbal and Quantitative (Code: 7175)
- GTEBS (formerly TM-WISO): min. 102 (must be taken in English)
Helpful resources: [GMAT prep](https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam/prep-for-the-exam), [GMAT quiz](https://www.mba.com/gmat-mini-quiz), [GRE prep](https://www.ets.org/gre/test-takers/general-test/prepare.html?WT.ac=grehome_greprepare_b_150213), [GRE quiz](https://www.ets.org/gre/gre-mini-quiz.html), [GTEBS info](https://itb-academic-tests.org/en/universities/gtebs/)
You can apply now without a test score and submit it later. If admitted, your offer will be conditional until the score is received.
English proficiency: IELTS or TOEFL.
We require one of the following test scores (valid for two years; online formats are accepted):
- IELTS Academic: min. 7.0
- TOEFL iBT: min. 100 (Code: 0682)
Not required if your undergraduate or secondary education was completed entirely in English. In that case, please submit proof (e.g., IB diploma, certificate of medium of instruction). We do not accept alternative tests such as Duolingo English Test or TOEIC.
You can apply now without a test score and submit it later. If admitted, your offer will be conditional until the score is received.
International experience: Recommended.
International experience is not a formal requirement for this program, but it is highly recommended. As internationality is a core value at WHU, such experience will strengthen your application. This may include a study semester abroad, internship abroad, language course, summer school, or a similar opportunity.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Management
Programme-specific documents
Undergraduate degree (Bachelor or equivalent)
Minimum of two years postgraduate work experience
Completed online application form
Fill out your application in the WHU Application Center
One letter of recommendation from a professor or supervisor
Ask your supervisor to send it via their business account to mba(at)whu.edu
Download template here
Completed Excellent Fit Assessment
Further information see here
External certifications (GMAT / GRE or WHU Admissions Test or CFA Level II)
PhD / doctorate level academic degree
Previous academic degree in business sciences from an accredited university and three years of professional experience
Top 5% of graduating class in a non-business field from an accredited university and three years of professional experience in a business field
Extraordinary Achievement
TOEFL (min. 100 IBT) or equivalent IELTS (7.0) if English is not your native language
The WHU TOEFL recipient code is: 0682
https://cdn.whu.edu/fileadmin/Programs/Master/pdf/WHU_MSc...
Potential study offers are conditional until all required documents have been submitted.
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.
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.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Management at WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management
Application procedure
If you have reviewed the Master Programs’ admission requirements, completed the application form, and have collected all the supporting documents, you may start your online application via our online application portal.
Create an application account
Upload all required documents
Pay application fees (see below)
Make sure to click 'Submit'
To begin the application process, you need to create an application account. Once you log in, you will be presented with further instructions on filling out the various fields. You do not have to complete the online application at once - at any time during the application process you may take a break, save the information you have entered, and come back to it later.
Application fee
We charge a non-refundable fee of €90 for processing applications. However, if you apply before the early bird deadline of January 31, 2019, this fee will be waived. We recommend wire transfer using the details below as the most efficient payment method:
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management
Bank name and address: Sparkasse Koblenz, Bahnhofstr. 11, 56068 Koblenz
Reason for payment: lastname_firstname Application MSc
IBAN: DE85 570 501 20 00000 94102
BIC (SWIFT): MALA DE 51 KOB
The fee must be paid when the online application is submitted or the application will not be processed. Please submit proof of payment together with your application. Participants of the Campus for Finance - WHU New Year's Conference and the Private Equity WHU Conference will receive an application fee waiver when applying for the Master in Finance Program at WHU.
Selection process
Once your application has been successfully uploaded to the application portal, our admissions team will start processing the documents.
If the application is complete, the admission team will get back to you with their decision within a week.
If some documents are missing, the admissions team will contact you directly to request more information.
Qualified applicants are invited to the WHU admission test, which is in English. Please note that you may not always be allocated your preferred date, therefore we advise you to apply at least three weeks before your preferred admission test date. We kindly advise you to try to attend the On-Campus Admission Days as this is also an opportunity for you to meet other applicants, staff, and faculty, and familiarize yourself with our campus.
The Off-Campus Admission Days are organized for international candidates, but have the same process as the On-Campus Admission Days, except that those take place on Skype/telephone.
Application quick facts
Apply via
direct
Mode
online
Application fee
100 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
Varies
Address
Julia Teuber, Burgplatz 2, 56179 Vallendar
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Tuition
1,500+ EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
9,900 EUR
per semester
Application fee
100 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
34,704 – 43,704 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.
Additional fee information
Don't miss the Early Bird offer!
Apply by September 30:
€7,000 off tuition fees
Apply by November 30:
€6,000 off tuition fees
Apply by January 31:
€5,000 off tuition fees
Apply by March 31:
€3,000 off tuition fees
Total tuition fees: 39,600 €.
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