Global Finance and Economics
Goethe Business School offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Frankfurt am Main.
What it takes to get in
- English tests
- TOEFL iBT 46
What it costs
Plan for roughly €18k–€21k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Frankfurt am Main student life.
Living in Frankfurt am Main →
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About Goethe Business School
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Common questions
Is Global Finance and Economics at Goethe Business School taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need TOEFL iBT 46 (minimum).
How much does Global Finance and Economics at Goethe Business School cost?
International tuition is €1,243.2 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €2,486 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at Goethe Business School?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
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