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    International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science

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    Cologne, DEMScIn-person2 years
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Cologne, DE.

    About the program

    The program covers global strategy, global leadership, and business projects with corporate and social partners. It includes electives in business administration, economics, political science, psychology, and sociology, plus an international internship, semester abroad at a CEMS partner school, and multilingual training.

    Focus: coursework
    QS Business Masters Rankings 2025: 10th

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    Deadlines

    Winter 2027
    Mar 31, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min successful completion of an admission test (GTEBS/GMAT/GRE) is highly recommended
    GMAT
    optional
    Min A GMAT score is not mandatory... but... strongly recommends that you take the admission test; Selection criteria: Bachelor grade, GMAT (or equivalent)
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 100
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    €11,832.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne online or in-person?
    International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne is offered in-person.
    How long does International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne take to complete?
    International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum grade 2.5
    What work-permit options follow International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne?
    Post-completion work rights for International Management (CEMS MIM) - Master of Science at University of Cologne: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)