GISMA Business School

The Programme

The MBA ensures graduates can take the next major step in their career path with a degree from the triple-accredited Grenoble Ecole de Management.

The programme offers a unique opportunity to study a top-ranking European degree completely in English in the heart of Berlin. Here, they will be surrounded by leading enterprises, major institutions and unrivalled networking opportunities. Recognised for its high-quality education, Germany is the most popular option for international students looking to study in Europe.

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This program is ranked among the top 5 in France in the Financial Times 2019 ranking, 26th in Europe per the Full-time MBA 2019 The Economist / Which MBA Ranking, and 18th In the World 2019 America Economia ranking.

This is a two-year programme which begins in November 2020. The course requires full attendance for one academic year followed by a Final Management Project of the student’s choice. The Management Project may be completed off campus and in parallel with a full-time internship or employment.

The programme examines the most fundamental concepts in international business, including marketing, accounting, business law and strategic management. Students will develop both the academic excellence and practical skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive business world. They will also have the opportunity to complete a specialisation, some of which are delivered in Grenoble or Paris.

The opportunities available upon completion of this programme are extensive and students will benefit from a number of MBA specialisations, each offering a specific skillset.

Some of the highlights from 2018 graduates include:

• 92% hold jobs with international projects

• 31% work in France • 69% work internationally

• 47% work in companies with over 5000 employees

• €62k average salary (with bonus)

• Top sectors of activity are:

 Technology

 Consulting

 Financial Services

With a high success rate of students graduating with jobs, the list of employers is long and impressive. Some of the notable companies include BMW, Deloitte, Dassault, McCann Worldgroup, Microsoft, NewDay Financial Services, Maersk and Renault, to name just a few. The MBA programme is ideal for applicants who would like to strengthen their business knowledge and keep up-to-date with the latest business trends. The opportunities made available upon completion of this programme are numerous. MBA holders will have access to a series of employer-focused events, including career fairs and an executive speaker series with leading finance, consulting and global industry recruiters. Upon completion of the MBA programme, graduates will be well prepared to apply for a variety of senior management positions.

Grenoble Ecole de Management (GEM) has earned both national and international recognition. GEM’s triple accreditation is an honour shared by less than 1% of the world's elite business schools.

These accreditations include:

•  AMBA (Association of MBAs) – UK accreditation body
•  EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System) – EU accreditation body
•  AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) – USA accreditation body GEM has over 8,000 students from more than 159 nationalities.

GEM has over 8,000 students from more than 159 nationalities. The school was founded in Grenoble, a city in south-eastern France located at the foot of the French Alps which is also known to be a city of science and technology.

GEM has solid expertise in the management of technology and innovation. This foundation has enabled GEM to expand its research, teaching and expertise to meet challenges in the digital world, healthcare, energy, entrepreneurship, sharing economy and geopolitics.

GEM holds 25th rank In the Financial Times European Business Schools 2019 ranking. With a vast network of 125 international partner institutions and more than 35000 alumni holding positions of responsibility, GEM is uniquely positioned for business students with high global career aspirations.

GISMA Business School prides itself on being a truly international business school with Staff and students coming from around the world with campuses in major cities of Berlin, Hannover, and Hamburg delivering globally ranked programmes.

GISMA collaborates with some of the best business schools in Europe including Grenoble Ecole de Management and The University of Law. In a fast-evolving and highly competitive job market, GISMA’s programmes and resources provide students with the skills they need to be distinctive.

GISMA - Faculty

Leaders for the Future

Our faculty and staff are dedicated to creating the leaders of tomorrow. To ensure we continue to fulfil our mission, GISMA is creating an Innovation Lab at our Berlin campus. This will provide students with the opportunity to develop an entrepreneurial mindset whilst gaining practical experience of being in the working world.

Accepted:

• Bachelor-level undergraduate degree in any subject, with a good grade average

• At least three years of relevant, full-time work experience

• English proficiency: - TOEFL – IBT: 94 (minimum of 22 in each band), computer-based: 240, paper-based: 587 - IELTS – 6.5 (minimum of 6.0 in all areas) - Cambridge Proficiency Exam (CPE): A, B, C - Pearson Test of English (PTE) – minimum of 63

• GMAT may be required on a case-by-case basis. You will be notified after the Admissions Board meets if you are required to take the GMAT.

Target score is 550 with a minimum of 70% in the quantitative section (GMAT institution code 0365). Students who score over 650 can apply for the GGSB GMAT Merit Scholarship.

Details are below. Not accepted: TOEIC, Institutional/ITP TOEFL, Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge English: First (FCE)

Tuition fee - €31,450

Flexible payment plan

GISMA offers flexible payment plans that allow you to spread the costs of your programme fees across three instalments.

A deposit of €2,000 is required to start, followed by:

 1st instalment - €10,000

 2nd instalment - €10,000

 3rd instalment - €9,450

Students will be eligible for a discount of 0.5% off the total fee if the payment of the entire tuition fee is completed before the first instalment due date.

*Terms and conditions apply.

Berlin itself is found in the northeast of Germany, between two rivers: The Spree and The Havel. Almost a third of the city is made up of green space, with plenty of public parks and gardens to explore.

The city has an extremely efficient public transport network, with long-distance rail lines connecting Berlin with other major cities (or even other countries) and two international airports.

GISMA's Berlin campus is located in the city centre, easily accessible via public transport and with many attractions and places to eat nearby.

GISMA BUSINESS SCHOOL •

Campus address: Dessauer Str. 3-5 10963 Berlin Germany

The following underground and overground train stations are within six minutes’ walk from the campus:

 S + U Bahnhof Potsdamer Platz (S1, U2)

 S Bahnhof Anhalter Bahnhof (S 1, S2, S25 and S26)

Close public transport links also include the bus stop Varian-Fry-Straße: 100, 200, M48, M85. The M85 bus goes straight from Berlin Central Station to the campus. The Metrobus M41 stops at the bus stop Abgeordnetenhaus which is three minutes walking distance from the campus.

While studying in Germany, students have a number of accommodation options to choose from.

The most popular options include a flat or house share.

GISMA provides enrolled students with further information and consultation on the available accommodation options in Hannover, Hamburg and Berlin

GISMA - Students

We understand that choosing a university and studying abroad can be one of the most important decisions that a student will make. There are a number of advantages to studying in Germany that a student can benefit from at GISMA Business School, including:

• Campuses in Berlin, Hamburg and Hannover

• Access to corporate links such as Continental and Volkswagen

• A dedicated Career Centre

• Programmes taught completely in English

• Free beginner's German classes for all students

• Flexible payment plans and scholarships available