Part-Time MBA
WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Düsseldorf, ranked #69 by FT — Global MBA.
What it takes to get in
- English tests
- IELTS 7 · TOEFL iBT 100
- English requirement
- WHU accepts IELTS Academic or TOEFL iBT. Waived if the entire bachelor's degree or secondary education was completed in English.
What it costs
Plan for roughly €64k–€67k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Düsseldorf student life.
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What you'll study
60 ECTS over 24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
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Rankings
- FT — Global MBA 2026#69
- FT — European Business Schools 2025#20
- FT — Masters in Management 2025#22
- QS — Business 2025#124
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 WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management
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Common questions
Is Part-Time MBA at WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need IELTS 7 or TOEFL iBT 100 (minimum).
How much does Part-Time MBA at WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management cost?
International tuition is €48,000 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €96,000 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management?
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.
Is WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management good for Business & Law?
WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management ranks #124 in Business (QS 2025).
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