Study MBA in Germany without GMAT
Updated on 17 March, 2022
Mrinal Mandal
Study Abroad Expert
Study Abroad Expert
Germany is one of the world’s leading destinations for international students. The country offers low-cost educational programs and is home to globally acclaimed MBA universities or business schools. While most institutions have GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) scores within their admission criteria, you may still be able to do your MBA in Germany without GMAT. Here are some tips that will come in handy.
It is possible to pursue MBA without GMAT in Germany. Many institutions have varying criteria, and you may find one that meets your requirements. It is not just about the convenience; while you do not have to take another examination, you can also save on costs.
Here are some of the best places for an MBA in Germany for Indian students without GMAT:
Institution Name | MBA Program Details | Course Tenure |
Offenburg University of Applied Sciences | MBA International Business Consulting | 15 months |
Witten/Herdecke University | MA in Management | 1-2 years |
Reutlingen University | MBA in International Management | 1 year |
HHL Leipzig Graduate School Of Management, Leipzig University | Master of Science in Business Administration (MSBA) | 2 years |
Technical University of Munich | Executive MBA in Innovation and Business Creation | 2 years |
University Of Stuttgart | Masters of Science in Business Administration | 1.5 years to 2 years |
Ludwig Maximilian University Munich | Masters in Business Administration (MBA) Masters of Business Research (MBR) | 2 years (Both) |
Dresden International University | Master of Business Administration in Logistics Management | 3 semesters |
Berlin School of Economics and Law | Full-Time MBA | 1 to 1.5 years |
Accadis Hochschule Bad Homburg | Management and Leadership MBA M.A. International Management | 1 year 2 years |
Cologne Business School (CBS) | MBA in International Management | 4 semesters (Full Time) |
The University Of Kiel | Masters in Business Administration | 2 years |
University Of Tubingen | Masters of Science in International Business (MSIB) | 2 years |
These are some of the best universities in Germany for MBA without GMAT. Check individual requirements at their official websites before applying.
Here are the admission requirements for an MBA from Germany without GMAT:
If you do not have the time to pursue a full-time MBA degree, you can also check out part-time or distance learning programs from various business schools. You can check out these options:
You can also study free of cost at these universities in Germany:
You will not have to pay tuition fees through some nominal semester fees and added costs are payable. You will also have to pay for your living expenses in Germany.
Here is a list of leading German universities that offer MBA courses without GMAT and their tuition costs.
Name of the Institution | MBA Program Costs Per Year |
Akademie Wurth Business School | €18,950 |
€39,000 | |
University of Tubingen | €3,000 |
Ludwig Maximilian University Munich | Free Tuition |
Dresden International University | €11,980 |
Accadis Hochschule Bad Homburg | €16,800 |
Berlin School of Economics and Law | €19,800 |
University of Kiel | Free Tuition |
Cologne Business School | €600 |
University of Stuttgart | €3,000 |
You will also have to account for living costs, books and study material, and student visa expenses while pursuing your MBA course.
upGrad Abroad in collaboration with IU Germany has introduced an 18-month Master of Business Administration (MBA) wherein students can study the first two semesters with IU Germany online. For the third semester, the student will be going to Germany and studying on campus.
Most universities require GMAT scores for MBA applicants. However, some institutions offer MBA courses without the GMAT. Many institutions are accepting three-year Bachelor’s courses for those studying MBAs in the country. Many of them will mandatorily need the Bachelor’s course and TOEFL/IELTS scores for applicants. Basic knowledge of German is always a plus point.
There are many public universities and institutions in Germany offering free MBA programs to students. Free MBA courses are possible in the country with students only needing money for their food, living costs and accommodation. Germany is the only country offering free MBA courses, albeit at fewer institutions.
You can do an MBA in Germany without any work experience since some institutions do not have such criteria. However, many institutions require work experience for MBA aspirants. Many universities take three-year Bachelor’s degrees and IELTS/TOEFL scores instead of work experience. However, most universities mandate at least one year of professional experience or even two years after graduating.
Some institutions offering admission to MBA aspirants without GMAT scores include the Offenburg University of Applied Sciences, Technical University of Munich, University of Kiel, Witten/Herdecke University, Reutlingen University, University of Tubingen, and the HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management at the Leipzig University.
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