Offenburg University

English taught MBA Programs at Offenburg University:

MBA in International Business Consulting

The MBA "International Business Consulting" (www.mba-ibc.com) of Offenburg University`s Graduate School is a compact, hands-on, international full-time program preparing you in only 15 months for a leading position in Inhouse Consulting (e.g. in the fields of Controlling, Project Management) as well as in External Consulting.

A confirmation for our program was given by the QS Global Business Schools Report 2013 and 2014: The IBC program was ranked in the field of Emerging Regional Business Schools!

The characteristics of our program are:

• Small groups (about 25 students) to guarantee an individualized attention
• Personal counseling to meet your career aspirations
• Highly interactive environment to facilitate maximum sharing of knowledge and experience
• Highly relevant with a continuous loop of quality management

MBA in Finance, Risk and Insurance

The online/distance learning MBA in Finance Risk and Insurance (www.hs-offenburg.de/fri) will guide you through management and entrepreneurial leadership and financial and insurance skills, enabling you to perform at the top of the international trade, finance and insurance industry. It includes the Postgraduate Certificate in Export Finance and Trade Credit Insurance and takes 18 months to complete. The MBA will prepare you for senior roles that have major responsibility, accelerating your progress towards well-paid positions of leadership.

The program provides a unique combination of the latest academic research, practical application, and a broad variety of topics. Participants will learn from leading finance and insurance practitioners as well as renowned academics how to put academic thinking and business strategies into professional practice.

Offenburg University is a research-rich, business-focused, high-performance institution in the Black Forest, a German economic powerhouse. We are top five in applied research in the south-west and an active member of the European University Association. Offenburg is a highly-ranked university according to the CHE-Ranking, forming a thriving community with 4,500 students on two campuses.

The university is widely recognized for its international reach and was one of the first German universities with international Master's programs.

International students account for 12% of the student body. They benefit from the advantages of a smaller institution with an excellent student-teacher ratio and personal attention from instructors. State-of-the-art media, electronic, and mechanical laboratories and facilities help students put their ideas into practice. WiFi access is provided throughout the campus.

The university is known for its emphasis on practical skills and applied research. Its close ties to the regional business community include many world-renowned companies. It is also strongly committed to providing an internationally oriented education. International students from all five continents choose to study at Offenburg knowing that their cultures will be respected and appreciated.

In 1998 the first in­ter­na­tional Mas­ter's de­gree pro­gram was es­tab­lished at Of­fen­burg Uni­ver­sity. Since then, the Grad­u­ate School has sys­tem­at­i­cally strength­ened the in­ter­na­tional pro­file of its Mas­ter's pro­grams. 

Offenburg University's international Master's degree programs are characterized by

• Teaching in small groups
• Accredited programs
• Application-oriented classes
• Individual service for students
• Excellent career opportunities 

English taught MBA Programs at Offenburg University:

MBA in International Business Consulting:

• Bachelor Degree, i.e. BA or BSc or its equivalent plus certified copy of transcript of marks (applicants who do not hold a degree in Business Administration or its equivalent will have to pass an admission test; all study material for the test will be provided by the university)
• Proof of either professional experience (minimum two years following graduation)
• Applicants whose first language is not English and who have not been educated through the medium of English must present one of the following qualifications in the English language: TOEFL 550 (paper), 213 (computer) or 87 (Internet)(Institutional Code 7087), or IELTS 6.5.
• Two letters of recommendation
• Statement of purpose (Letter of Motivation)
• Photo & Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• APS certificate (for applicants from China and Vietnam)

MBA in Finance, Risk and Insurance:

• Good undergraduate degree or international equivalent: An undergraduate degree (Bachelor, Diploma or equivalent) in Business or a related discipline with 210 ECTS and a 2.5 grade, or a good second class standard or above. Candidates with other professional or academic qualifications will be subject to a pre-examination and/or review by the program director.
• Proof of either professional or relevant work experience (minimum two years following graduation)
• Applicants whose first language is not English and who have not been educated though the medium of English must present one of the following qualifications in the English language: IELTS: Grade 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) or TOEFL: 550 (paper), 213 (computer) or 87 (Internet).
• APS certificate (only for applicants from China and Vietnam

English taught MBA Programs at Offenburg University:

Please apply to the international MBAs of Offenburg University's Graduate School by using our online application system called "OASIS": https://oasis.hs-offenburg.de/client/index.jsp

The selection committee will screen your online application first to ensure our basic requirements are met. Upon screening, you will receive status update either declining your application or requesting you to submit the required documents to support your application. The selection committee will then revert on the status of your application. Please refer to the important datelines in your application.

English taught MBA Programs at Offenburg University:

MBA in International Business Consulting:

Tuition Fees are charged and the amount is EUR 10,400 for the entire program. Tuition fees will be charged as follows:

• EUR 4,150 (Semester 1)
• EUR 4,150 (Semester 2)
• EUR 2,100 (Semester 3)

Other expenses charged is the Service Contribution fee of EUR 244 for each semester.

MBA in Finance, Risk and Insurance:

Tuition fees per semester in EUR 4,980.00

The following schedule applies:

• EUR 4,980.00 (Semester 1)
• EUR 4,980.00 (Semester 2)
• EUR 5,950.00 (Semester 3)

In general the Offenburg University of Applied Sciences is not able to grant any scholarships in advance. Students have to give proof of sufficient financial resources when applying for a student visa. However there are a few small scholarships given to international students after the first semester based on the financial need and the academic performance in the respective programs. Information about scholarships are given by various kinds of organizations is available in the scholarship database of the DAAD:

https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenba...

In a TV documentary, Gengenbach was once called a pearl among the Black Forest towns and our visitors speak of a romantic gem, of Nice of Baden. The impressive town hall building and the uncountable romantic half-timbered houses dominate the image of the town. It is a picturesque town with approximately 12,000 inhabitants, quaint shops, typical Baden gastronomy, and markets and festivals which attract tourists from all over the word.

The university campus is located in a well-preserved Benedictine monastery in the middle of town, and it boasts a captivating Baroque interior. The friendly and charming atmosphere allows for an intensive concentration of the program while at the same time being close to many successful German companies, such as Hans Grohe, Herrenknecht and Hubert Burda Media, for further career development.

Offenburg University is located in the pretty Ortenau region, which is considered to be the "gateway to the Black Forest". Nonetheless, the city is only short distances away from major cities, including Karlsruhe, Freiburg, Baden-Baden, Strabourg/Fance, and Basel/Switzerland. Additionally, this south-western part of Germany offers a comfortable climate with warm and pleasant summers and winter temperatures rarely dropping below zero.

Although Gengenbach is relatively small, it offers great cultural and recreational possibilities. There are various festivals and festivities throughout the year, including the famous German carnival season and one of Germany's most popular Christmas markets, where Gengenbach City Hall represents a huge Advent calendar.

This is a very peaceful and family-friendly area with an almost non-existing crime rate.

New incoming students are assisted to find accommodation when arriving to Offenburg. The first possibility is through the Studentenwerk Freiburg, which provides 188 bedrooms distributed in two student residences in Offenburg. The rents range between 200 and 250 Euros. In each residence are apartments with 2 to 5 individual dormitories and equipped with a kitchen and a bathroom.

Another possibility is private accommodation. Prices for a one or two room apartments are between 300 and 350 Euros. Locations are proposed in Gengenbach and surroundings allowing students to experience German culture and lifestyle.

The Graduate School's staff offers you ongoing support throughout the program:

• extensive assistance in finding accommodation
• "Senior Buddy" system (personal mentor for the first few weeks)
• assistance with immigration services and authorities
• guided tours of Offenburg and Gengenbach
• individual support and advice by the coordinators of each program
• individual academic advising
• German language course in September and ongoing language courses during the lecture period
• cultural and social program (excursions, get-togethers, company visits, etc.)
• Senior Service (an initiative bringing together local senior citizens and international students)

International students from all five continents choose to study at Offenburg knowing that their cultures will be respected and appreciated.