FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
about the Master Program M.Sc. Business Administration
Top 5 most asked questions
Degree programs are considered related to business administration if they include comparable core skills (for example in finance, accounting, taxation, economics, law, marketing, organization, quantitative methods).
Your Transcript of Records will be reviewed individually after we receive your application – we cannot make any confirmations in advance.
The following modules can be recognized as economics and mathematics: Fundamentals of Economics, Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, International Economics, Economic Policy, Fundamentals of Mathematics, Economic/Financial Mathematics, Algebra & Differential Calculus.
The following modules are not eligible: Investment & Finance, Cost and Performance Accounting, Controlling, Bookkeeping, Taxation, Data Analytics/Data Science, Qualitative Methods, Econometrics.
If your module titles are unclear, please upload the module description to the application portal.
From 2026, 10 ECTS in economics and/or maths will be required.
Those must be part of your completed Business Administration studies. They cannot be obtained from additional courses at other universities and cannot be made up for during the Master's program.
If you “earn” some of those ECTS only after the application deadline, please upload your current grade sheet and your study plan - then we can see that this module is still to be completed.
If you only have 180 credit points from your bachelor's degree, you must successfully make up/prove the missing 30 credit points within 12 months of starting your master's degree (see information sheet).
You can have the missing 30 credit points recognized either by providing evidence of practical experience or by having additional study achievements recognized.
Practical periods such as internships or working student positions during or after your bachelor's degree as well as during your master's degree can be credited if certain conditions are met.
After successful enrollment, you must submit a request to the examination office. An examination/confirmation before enrollment is not possible.
If you have not finished your bachelor’s degree, but will do so before Mid-October, you still have the opportunity to apply.
If you are in a non-German Bachelor program, please send your transcript of records to uni-assist while applying for the VPD.
If you are in a German bachelor program, just upload your (unfinished) transcript of records during your application in the HM portal.
Admission Requirements
To apply for the program you have to meet the following requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related disciplin, with a final mark of “good” or better (German grade: 2.59 or better)
- Evidence of achieved 210 ECTS credits of a bachelor’s degree with at least six theoretical semesters. If you have less than 210 ECTS but a minimum of 180 ECTS, the missing 30 credit points must be successfully completed/proven within 12 months of starting the Master's degree program.
- NEW from 2026: at least 10 ECTS credits in economics and/or maths, from above mentioned degree
- Good knowledge of English (B2 level), as modules are taught in English. No evidence is needed.
- If you have a foreign Bachelor Degree: VPD issued for our university from uni-assist
- If you have a Bachelor degree from outside the EU: you must have passed the GMAT (no minimum score). The results should be sent directly to us from your test center.
- If you choose another specialization than Digital Technology Management: Foreign applicants who did not obtain their academic qualifications at a German-speaking educational institution need to provide proof of German language proficiency (at least level B2 according to CEFR).
Additionally, you will have to pass an aptitude test.
To keep track of what you need for your application, feel free to use our checklist.
Degree programs are considered related to business administration if they include comparable core skills (for example in finance, accounting, taxation, economics, law, marketing, organization, quantitative methods).
Your Transcript of Records will be reviewed individually after we receive your application – we cannot make any confirmations in advance.
From 2026, 10 ECTS in economics and/or maths will be required.
Those must be part of your completed Business Administration studies. They cannot be obtained from additional courses at other universities and cannot be made up for during the Master's program.
If you “earn” some of those ECTS only after the application deadline, please upload your current grade sheet and your study plan - then we can see that this module is still to be completed.
The following modules can be recognized as economics and mathematics: Fundamentals of Economics, Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, International Economics, Economic Policy, Fundamentals of Mathematics, Economic/Financial Mathematics, Algebra & Differential Calculus.
The following modules are not eligible: Investment & Finance, Cost and Performance Accounting, Controlling, Bookkeeping, Taxation, Data Analytics/Data Science, Qualitative Methods, Econometrics.
If your module titles are unclear, please upload the module description to the application portal.
You can use online grade converters for an initial (non-binding) evaluation.
If you think that you fulfill all requirements, please send your documents to uni-assist by the end of March. They will convert your grades and issue a preliminary documentation (VPD).
Unfortunately, there is no possibility to avoid this regulation. Your Bachelor's certificate (or transcript of records) needs to demonstrate at least a grade of 2.59 or better (according to the German grade system).
In general, 1 ECTS credit point equals 30 working hours. If your Bachelor's degree was awarded on the basis of a different credit system, please provide us with the general conversion formula of your former university at the time of your application.
If your degree programme does not have ECTS (European Credit Transfer System), your previous achievements will be converted by us. To do this, we compare your workload (credit points, semester hours, etc.) with our ECTS system:
- 1. We calculate your workload per semester based on the number of credit points (CP)/hours and the total number of semesters you need to complete.
Example: 140 CP in 7 semesters = 140/7 = 20 CP/semester - 2. We equate this with our ECTS system (210 ECTS/7 semesters = 30 ECTS per semester).
Example: 30 ECTS/20 CP --> 1.5 ECTS = 1CP - 3. We translate your modules/courses into ECTS and check whether you meet the admission requirements.
Example: Your module "Linear Algebra" with 3 CP thus corresponds to 5 ECTS: 3 CP * 2 = 6 ECTS
You do not need to convert your credit points yourself, this is done by the Master Admissions Office. Please note that you must apply via uni-assist if you have completed your bachelor's degree outside Germany. This also applies if you have received ECTS in your bachelor's programme.
No, you need to have a valid GMAT score, if your Bachelor is from a country outside the European Union. It is a mandatory requirement.
If you only have 180 credit points from your bachelor's degree, you must successfully make up/prove the missing 30 credit points within 12 months of starting your master's degree. (applies from the start of the study program in winter semester 2024/25)
You can have the missing 30 credit points recognized either by providing evidence of practical experience or by having additional study achievements recognized.
Please see our information sheet.
Practical periods such as internships or working student positions during or after your bachelor's degree can be credited towards the missing 30 credit points if certain conditions are met. (applies for students starting in 2024/25)
After successful enrollment, you must submit a request to the examination office. An examination/confirmation before enrollment is not possible.
Please see our information sheet.
Language skills
No, students of the Digital Technology Management specialization do not need German skills, as the course is entirely taught in English. However, we encourage international students to participate in the offered German language classes during their time at Munich University of Applied Sciences.
If you choose another specialization than Digital Technology Management: Foreign applicants who did not obtain their academic qualifications at a German-speaking educational institution need to provide proof of German language proficiency (at least level B2 according to CEFR).
Yes, foreign students with few or no German language skills have the opportunity to participate in intensive German language classes (free of cost) that will help them to acquire a solid level of German during their studies. For more information please take a look at the "Department of General and Interdisciplinary Studies”.
No, you do not have to prove them, but you need to have at least B2 level of English in order to follow lectures, write exams or hold presentations.
Application via uni-assist (for foreign degrees)
Uni-assist e.V. is an institution supported by more than 180 universities in Germany for the preliminary examination of international student applications. It checks foreign degrees and converts the final grade into the German grading system. Only after this check can it be assessed whether a foreign degree meets the requirements.
After selecting our "Betriebswirtschaft" (Business Administration) Master program on the uni-assist website, please submit the following documents there:
- Scan of your original bachelor degree certificate including Diploma Supplement (in case you have not yet received it, your Transcript of Records is sufficient)
- Scan of your Transcript of Records
- Certified translations of the above if certificates are issued in another language than German or English (see requirements for translations)
- Copy of your passport
Please apply to uni-assist with the required documents by March 31 at the latest, as the preliminary examination takes at least 6-8 weeks.
Uni-assist will send a preliminary documentation (VPD) to you, which (along with all other documents) you need to submit to Munich University of Applied Sciences by the application deadline (May 31).
No, you cannot use a VPD that was issued for another university. Please apply for a VPD for Hochschule München / Munich University of Applied Sciences. This is the only way we can access all the necessary background information.
Our program's title is sometimes not translated, so you’d have to search for the German title Betriebswirtschaft (Master) at the Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences. It is not possible to search for "Digital Technology Management" - that is the specialisation that you'll select later on in the application process.
If the winter semester 2026/27 is not yet visible, you can select the summer semester 2026 instead. Your application will still be valid for the winter semester (our master's program does not start in summer).
Application at HM
The application for our Master program is possible between 2. – 31. May. Our program only starts once a year in the winter semester (on October 1st).
Applicants with non-German bachelor degrees have to apply until approx. 31st of March via uni-assist for a VPD and with this VPD they can apply via the HM application portal in May.
Please upload the following documents in our application portal:
- Preliminary documentation (VPD) issued for our university from uni-assist (if you have a bachelor degree from outside Germany)
- CV (at least two pages)
- Bachelor degree certificate including Diploma Supplement (as well as a certified translation if it was not issued in German or English)
- Transcript of records, which shows all your study modules and the 10 ECTS in economics/mathematics
- If you have a Bachelor from outside the EU: GMAT result (has to be sent from your testcenter directly to us)
- If you choose another specialization than Digital Technology Management: Foreign applicants who did not obtain their academic qualifications at a German-speaking educational institution need to provide proof of German language proficiency (at least level B2 according to CEFR).
You do not need to send a letter of motivation neither do you have to send any documents via post.
If you have finished your studies, but cannot provide a VPD, your application will not be accepted.
Your documents need to be submitted to HM via our website.
Unfortunately our online application system only switches to English on the second page, so you need to do the following:
Go to this page and click on “zum Bewerberportal”.
Then you get to the page, where you can change the language on the bottom.
Please select the master Business Administration in the list of master programs. In the next step you can select the specialization “Digital Technology Management”.
If you have not finished your bachelor’s degree, but will do so before Mid-October, you still have the opportunity to apply.
If you are in a non-German Bachelor program, please send your transcript of records to uni-assist while applying for the VPD.
If you are in a German bachelor program, just upload your (unfinished) transcript of records during your application in the HM portal.
The decision for one of our six specialisations must already be indicated when applying for the Master's program. Each applicant can only choose one.
Please contact the Registration Office: imma-master@hm.edu
You can find further contact information here.
Yes, it is possible to repeat your application once, this means that you can apply twice.
A re-assignment process is usually not carried out.
When selecting the degree program in our application portal, please look for "Business Administration (Master)". You can later on select the specialisation "Digital Technology Management".
Aptitude Test
Please check our calendar or the section "aptitude test" on the study program's website. The aptitude test usually takes place in late June or in July.
You will receive an invitation including the exact date and time one or two weeks in advance via email.
No, there is only one appointment.
The dates for the aptitude test are published well in advance - see the study program's website.
Admission without an successful aptitude test is not possible.
It depends on the study program. Some invite the selected candidates to our premises in Pasing. The study program Digital Technology Management usually holds the aptitude tests online via Zoom.
The aptitude test gives you the chance to get to know your potential lecturers and ask questions regarding the program. On the other hand, we would like to learn more about your motivation and qualification to enter this program.
Further details on the test procedure including a reading list with relevant literature will be provided in advance. Please check the section "Aptitude test" on the study program's website.
Please have another piece of academic work (e.g. a seminar paper) ready. If you did not have to write an academic paper, do not worry.
Admission and enrolment
The notification of admission will be sent to you by e-mail: usually a few days after the aptitude test. You will receive the official letter of enrolment via PRIMUSS a few weeks after the aptitude test.
Please make sure that you will have access to your e-mail account during this period and also check your spam folder.
You will receive detailed information on this with the letters of admission (in Primuss). If you have any questions, please contact the enrolment office E-Mail
Yes, you must present your bachelor degree certificate by mid / end October at the latest in order to enrol. You can find the exact deadline in your letter of acceptance.
If your university does not issue your certificate by the deadline, we require official confirmation of your degree completion including your final grade (issued by the university's examination office, with stamp/signature). Without this confirmation, enrollment is not possible. Enrollment is then subject to the condition that you submit your certificate at a later date.
Only the Registration Office is responsible for enrolment. You can find out who is responsible for you on the letterhead of your admission letter, which you can download in Primuss.
Fees
No, the application is free of cost. But applicants with non-German bachelor degrees have to pay a fee for uni-assist. Please check the details on their website.
There's also a fee for the GMAT, which you need to take if your degree is from outside the EU.
There are currently no tuition fees for the master’s program. However, all students are required to pay a Student Union fee (97€ each semester).
Information services
Yes, there is an (online) information event for each specialisation of our Master program. This usually takes place in April.
You can find the exact date under “Information event” on the study program's website.
If you have any questions about the Master's in Business Administration, please contact the Master Office via e-mail .
In addition, approx. from February to May of each year, there is a live Q&A session every week via Zoom. You can find the date and link on this page .
Course of study
No. The Master's in Business Administration is a full-time program with lectures at least 3 to 4 days a week, most of which take place in person. You will also need time to complete coursework/group work.
You can find the curriculum and lecture schedules on Hamster (formerly named NINE).
Yes, it is possible to complete an internship (as an additional semester) or a semester abroad. A practical semester / semester abroad can be implemented after the second semester of study.
There are always more applications than places for going abroad, so there will be a selection process.
You can find further information on going abroad here.
If you only have 180 ECTS credit points from your bachelor's degree, you must successfully make up/prove the missing 30 credit points within 12 months of starting your master's degree.
If you have not completed any practical work (e.g., working student position or internship of at least 400 hours) during or after your bachelor's degree, you can do so during your master's degree.
Alternatively, you can complete additional study modules worth 30 credit points.
Please see our information sheet for further details.
Student life in Munich
There are many things to prepare for your life in Germany, e.g. applying for a visa or arranging your accomodation and health insurance. You can find tips here or on the website Study in Bavaria.
For more information on life in Munich, feel free to check out our Cultural Guide.
It is not easy to find housing in Munich, therefore please start searching as soon as possible. The student union might be able to help. You can find more information here: Living in Munich
You may have the possibility to apply for BaföG, the common financial support for students in Germany, if you fulfill specific requirements. Additionally, there are other possibilities to receive financial support such as study and education credits or in certain cases scholarships. For more detailed information please visit the website of the Student Union München.
Master-Office
Office hours
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday,
10:00-12:00
Tuesday,
11:00-12:00
Or by arrangement