Munich Business School
The Munich Business School (MBS) is a private university in Munich that is state-recognized and accredited by the Science Council. MBS offers economics courses in the form of bachelor, master, MBA and DBA programs as well as executive education programs for professional training and further education.
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Private, Bavaria |
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| City | Munich |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Students | ≈ 518 |
| Programmes | 1 programme · 1 bachelor's, 1 in English |
| German for enrolment | B2 |
| Application | Directly to the university; bachelor's until 30.06 |
| Campuses | Munich Business School Campus |
About the university
Our Vision
Munich Business School wants to be the business school of choice in Germany for cosmopolitan, responsible and entrepreneurial personalities from all over the world in their lifelong pursuit of knowledge and personal development.
Our Mission
Munich Business School makes its contribution to the economy and society by creating an inspiring academic environment in Munich for personalities who, in their pursuit of entrepreneurial success, treat their fellow human beings with respect and use natural resources responsibly. With a holistic approach, we support people in competently applying their business knowledge to understand their role in society and developing it throughout their lives. We open up academic and professional perspectives in Germany and beyond for students from all over the world. Together with our international partner universities, we enable in-depth insights into the global economy and different cultures.
Together with our partners in practice and science, we are creating a platform where high-performing people with an entrepreneurial spirit and curiosity can meet, exchange ideas and learn from each other.
In all our activities we feel committed to practicality and high quality.
Munich Business School is the best private university of applied sciences in the field of business in Germany (WirtschaftsWoche ranking 2022).
At Munich Business School, you benefit from small classes, passionate professors and award-winning programs. But much more important: We call you by name. Because with us you are not a number, but the reason why we get up in the morning. As a small, private university, we always have an open ear for your questions and offer you a study experience tailored to your needs. Our lecturers have extensive practical experience and teach the skills that really help you. In addition to comprehensive business know-how, we provide you with values and skills to anchor sustainability and social responsibility as a manager in companies.
Programmes
1 programme →How to apply
The general procedure is the same for all programmes of the university; the required grade, language and additional requirements are on the page of each programme.
- 1Check your school-leaving certificateDirect admission, admission after a year at a university at home, or Studienkolleg first — it depends on your country and certificate.
- 2German B2 and a certificateDSH, TestDaF or telc C1 Hochschule — before you apply, not after.
- 3Application directly to the universityBachelor's until 30.06. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
- 4Admission, visa, movingPlan 2–3 months for the visa and the blocked account — start them in parallel with the application.
What it costs to study and live
| Living costs per month | €943–1,423Dormitory €943 · Room in a shared flat (WG) €1,393 · Own studio €1,423 |
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| Living costs per semester | from €5,658 |
Data for 2026. Dormitory: average rent of Studierendenwerk München (waiting time 1–7 semesters); WG room and 30 m² flat: MLP Studentenwohnreport 2026; other costs: our estimate based on the Sozialerhebung and LMU, incl. public transport at €43 a month (Munich currently has no semester ticket). Source. For the student visa the blocked account needs €992 a month (€11,904 a year); the amount is revised every year.
Living costs in the city in detail →
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Campuses
About the campuses in detail →A programme is tied to a campus — when looking for housing, go by the campus, not by the university's main address.
Studying in Munich: housing, transport, costs →Questions about Munich Business School
Are there programmes in English?
When do I need to apply?
Universities nearby
University chosen — next come the programme and the deadlines
Requirements and deadlines differ within one university. We will pick 3–5 programmes for your certificate and language and plan everything back from the deadline.