• Degree Programme: MBA 90 ECTS credits
• Language: English
• Mode of Study: On campus in Germany
• Accreditation: Accredited in line with German and European standards
• Recognition: Your degree is Internationally recognised and can easily be transferred to another country
• Study Duration: 18 months

The MBA programme will strengthen your leadership, strategic thinking and managerial capabilities, while providing you with a solid grounding in essential business functions. There are ten specialisations to choose from, including Artificial Intelligence, Finance & Accounting, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, and Healthcare Management. You can therefore tailor your degree to your career ambitions. Graduates are prepared for senior-level roles, armed with practical experience, advanced decision-making skills and the confidence to drive growth and transformation in any industry.

Our MBA specialising in Artificial Intelligence at IU in Germany is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of AI principles and their managerial applications. The comprehensive curriculum builds a robust foundation in leadership, innovation and strategic thinking, which are all crucial for guiding organisations through an increasingly intelligent and data-driven landscape. By focusing on critical areas of AI management and governance, the programme will help you to develop:

• Strong business acumen for leveraging AI effectively.
• A proficient understanding of the technological foundations behind intelligent systems.
• Innovative strategic planning for AI-driven organisational growth.

Fundamental courses

• Leadership
• Strategic Management
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Managerial Economics
• Performance Management
• International Marketing
• Corporate Finance
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
• Operations and Information Management

Capstone project

An MBA capstone project is the final step in many MBA programmes. Here, MBA students apply all that they have learnt by analysing a meaningful and strategic business question.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Seminar: AI and Society
• Use Case and Evaluation
• Seminar: Current Topics in AI

Given the rapid growth of the technology sector, Germany is the perfect place to start a career in artificial intelligence. German companies are increasingly using AI in various industries, creating a wealth of job opportunities for AI professionals. An MBA specialising in AI can offer promising career prospects in this growing field. Let's explore some potential job roles:

AI Strategist

You will be responsible for integrating AI technologies into business operations, ensuring they align with corporate strategies. Your responsibilities will include identifying suitable AI solutions and overseeing their implementation to drive business growth and innovation.

Technology Innovation Manager

You will oversee the planning, development and execution of technology-based initiatives. Using your knowledge of AI, you will find innovative ways to boost operational efficiency, enhance products or devise new business models.

AI Project Manager

You will orchestrate the delivery of AI-related projects. This involves managing resources, schedules, risks and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Your expertise in AI will be invaluable in overcoming challenges during project execution.

General admission requirements

• Completed, undergraduate degree with 210 ECTS credits
• Your degree must be from a state or state-recognised higher education institution/university
• You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent in your previous undergraduate degree
• Proof of at least one year’s professional work experience completed prior to the start of study programme. Work experience must have been gained after completion of your undergraduate studies

Further admission opportunities

Applicants with an undergraduate degree comprising 180 ECTS credits can compensate for missing ECTS credits (up to a maximum of 30 ECTS) for admission to the 90 ECTS MBA program by 

• Providing proof of at least one year of full-time work experience to compensate for a maximum of 30 ECTS at the start of the study program.

(This work experience must be acquired after completing the undergraduate degree.)

Recognition of knowledge and abilities acquired outside of higher education is possible in principle.

English language skills

We accept the following English language skills certificates*: 

• IELTS (at least 6.0 points)
• TOEFL IBT (at least 80 points)
• Cambridge certificate (B2 First with min. score of 169)

*Proof must not be older than two years. 

Alternative ways to prove your English language skills: 

Citizenship: If you are from a country where English is the official and educational language, your passport can serve as proof of English proficiency.