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International School of Management (ISM)
Main campus, Dortmund, Germany
11Undergraduate programs
16Postgraduate programs
5,700 EURTuition Fee/year
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About International School of Management (ISM)
The International School of Management (ISM) ranks among Germany’s leading private business schools. The ISM has campuses in Dortmund, Frankfurt/Main, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin. At the state-recognized, non-profit private university, tomorrow’s leaders are trained in compact and practice-relevant degree programs that prepare them to work in international business enterprises. All degree programs are distinguished by their internationality and practicality. Projects in small groups are as much a regular part of university life as integrated stays abroad at one of over 190 partner universities.
About International School of Management (ISM)
The International School of Management (ISM) ranks among Germany’s leading private business schools. The ISM has campuses in Dortmund, Frankfurt/Main, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin. At the state-recognized, non-profit private university, tomorrow’s leaders are trained in compact and practice-relevant degree programs that prepare them to work in international business enterprises. All degree programs are distinguished by their internationality and practicality. Projects in small groups are as much a regular part of university life as integrated stays abroad at one of over 190 partner universities.
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
The Bachelor's programs in International Management, Finance & Management and Information Systems are characterized by their international orientation and a visionary focus. The lecturers are experts in their field and like to inspire their students. All courses contain of language and soft skill trainings, as well as integrated internships. Small learning groups and a personal atmosphere are typical for studying at ISM.
Business and Management (1)
B.Sc. Applied Data Science & Business Analytics
B.Sc. Information Systems
BA Global Brand & Fashion Management (German)
BA International Sports Management
BA Marketing & Communications Management (German)
BA Tourism & Event Management (German)
BSc Business Psychology (German)
BSc Finance & Management
BSc International Management
BSc Real Estate Management (German)
LLB Business Law (German)
ISM has a range of postgraduate business study options, including business masters, MBA, and PhD/DBA programs.
The Master`s programs last two years including an internship and a semester abroad. One of the highlights is the possibility to do a double degree with one of the highly respected partner universities.
ISM also offers business study options for bachelor graduates who have no background in business like the Master International Business or the MBA programs (full-time or part-time) for students with work experience.
PhD and DBA programs complete the study options.
Business and Management (2)
MA Digital Marketing (German)
MA Entrepreneurship
MA Luxury, Fashion & Sales Management
MA Strategic Marketing Management
MA Strategic Sports Management
MA Sustainability & Business Transformation
MSc Business Intelligence & Data Science
MSc Finance
MSc International Business (non-specialist Master)
MSc International Logistics & Supply Chain Management
MSc International Management
MSc Psychology & Management (German)
MSc Real Estate Management
Pre-Master (preparatory semester English)
Social Sciences and Management (2)
MA Human Resources Management & Digital Transformation (German)
MSc Industrial & Organizational Psychology (German)
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International Students
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FAQs
We have no fixed application deadlines, but we recommend to start the application process as soon as possible. Please send you preliminary documents for an initial check of your eligibility to study at ISM first. Applicants who need a study visa for Germany are kindly asked to apply no later than July 15 for programs starting in winter semester (September/October) and applicants who are not visa-bound should apply by the end of August.
If you sign a study contract by June 15, you will benefit from a study discount of 500 Euro for the programs that start in winter 2023.
For the programs starting in summer semester (March/April), we highly recommend applying by January 15. If you sign a study contract by December 15, you will further benefit from an early-bird discount of 1,500 Euro.
Yes, we offer several discounts on our study programs. If you sign a study contract by June 15, you can benefit from an discount of 500 Euro for the programs starting in winter semester 2023/24.
Please start your application as soon as possible, even if you do not have your school leaving certificate or bachelor degree yet, so that we can provide a preliminary check of your application and subsequently arrange for an Admission Test (the results are valid for 1 year).
You can find more information about financing your studies in our financing brochure. We offer early-bird discounts on the tuition fees and multiple payment/financing option, so make sure get in touch to our study advisors individually for a personal consultation.
For the programs starting in spring term (March/April), if you sign a study contract by December 15, 2023, you will benefit from an early bird discount of 1,500 Euro.
For the initial check of your application and eligibility (pre-check) for a Master, we need you to provide the following documents:
- Bachelor's degree certificate (comprising at least 180 ECTS) or
- Transcript of records (especially if you have not graduated yet) and
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
For Bachelor, please submit your:
- School leaving certificate (if you graduated), Transcript of records, and your CV. If you can provide proof of English language skills as well, that would also be great.
To learn everything about our Bachelor, Master or MBA programs, join our Online Info Session on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 2:00 pm (CET, German time). Register online here and attend from the comfort of your home.