Master of Business Administration from University of Applied Management

The MBA 60 ECTS is a rigorous program divided into 6 months online and 6 months on-campus at the University of Applied Management, Germany. It helps students gain practical knowledge, build a strong professional network, and prepare for careers in Management Methods and Skills, Global Markets & Corporate Strategy, Intercultural HR, Global Leadership and Change, and more.

The MBA program at UAM focuses on practical projects, industry collaborations, and research to solve real business challenges. This accredited MBA 60 ECTS degree builds entrepreneurial and leadership skills, preparing you for roles like Marketing Manager, Analytics Manager, Data Specialist, or Consultant in Europe and beyond.

The program will be delivered on a new technology platform to create a superior learning experience for participants who want to be on the cutting edge of the management. The topics that are going to be covered are Management Methods and Skills, Global Markets & Corporate Strategy, Intercultural Human Resource management, international Marketing, and many more.

The online learning experience will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders and faculty. Additionally, the program comprises live lectures dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. The on-campus learning experience will offer students the opportunity to engage directly with faculty.

Yes, after you successfully complete the program, you will be awarded a master's degree in business administration from the University of Applied Management (UAM), Germany. This recognized degree adds strong value to your career, as it proves your advanced knowledge and skills in business management. 

No, you cannot sign up for only a few modules. The Master of Business Administration 60 ECTS is a complete program designed to give you all the skills and knowledge step by step. Each module builds on the other, so to get the full value and earn the degree, you need to complete the entire program. 

1. Flexible Semi-Virtual Learning Model: A blended approach combining online self-study, live virtual sessions, and on-site workshops at UAM’s campuses in Germany and Austria.
2. Industry-Relevant Curriculum: The program is designed with a strong application-oriented approach, integrating case studies, practical projects, and real-world business scenarios.
3. Block Format for Focused Learning: Courses are structured sequentially rather than running parallel, allowing students to concentrate fully on one subject at a time, reducing stress and improving retention.
4. 360° Competence Development: Beyond business expertise, the program enhances problem-solving, leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, ensuring well-rounded professional development.
5. Strong Industry Integration: Students can choose to study with or without a corporate partner, providing options for internships, industry collaborations, and tuition fee support through partnerships.
6. Future-Proof Career Opportunities: With a global and data-driven perspective, UAM graduates are equipped to thrive in dynamic industries, making informed decisions and leading transformative projects.

As a student, you can work part-time during both the courses. The students can work a maximum of 20 hours during academics and 40 hours during vacations.The time permitted in accordance with the immigration norms is 120 full days or 240 half days in a year. Typical wage in Germany is around 10 Euros per hour.

Yes, upGrad will help you prepare for the English proficiency test to establish your current English proficiency to be eligible for the Master of Business Administration (60 ECTS) program, in Germany.

The University of Applied Management, Germany will have 2 intakes for students coming through this accelerator route. The intakes will be in January and March. Though the application process for the University of Applied Management, Germany will start during the online program, you will be able to go to the University of Applied Management, Germany in the nearest intake available.

upGrad will apply for a conditional offer letter at the University of Applied Management, Germany once all the required documents are provided by you (as given in the offer letter issued to you by upGrad). Apart from the documents mentioned in the offer letter from the University of Applied Management, Germany, you will have to give proof of English proficiency for application of admission to the University of Applied Management, Germany. upGrad will support you to get your English proficiency scores within 3 months of the start of the batch to accelerate this process. Once you submit the APS certificate and English Language Proficiency scorecard you will get an unconditional offer letter from the University of Applied Management.

This program is right for:

• Those with a strong academic foundation, offering a valuable edge in the Master of Business Administration (60 ECTS) program.
• Individuals aspiring to excel in roles such as International Marketing Manager, Analytics Manager, Data Management Specialist, Project Manager, Senior Financial Analyst.
• The Master of Business Administration (60 ECTS) program fosters hands-on learning, enabling participants to cultivate their distinctive leadership approach, spearhead innovation, steer organizational change, and attain exceptional outcomes.

For University of Applied Management (Online):

• Applicants must hold a 4 year Bachelors Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or a German GPA of 3.5 and below in their Bachelors Degree.
• The awarding university should have an H+ status on Anabin. To check H+ please visit (https://anabin.kmk.org/no_cache/filter/institutionen.html).
• 1 year of Full Time Work Experience after graduation.

For University of Applied Management, Germany (On-campus):

• The student must successfully complete the MBA Semester 1 from the University of Applied Management with an aggregate of minimum 50% or above and 50% in each individual course.
• English Proficiency Requirements are IELTS Academic>= 6.5 overall with no sectional score lower than 6 or TOEFL iBT >= 87 or TOEIC Listening/Reading >=785, Speaking 160, Writing 150 or Duolingo >=110 or Cambridge CAE or CPE (grade A, B, or C) or PTE >= 59.

Yes, you need at least 1 year of full-time work experience after graduation to apply for the Master of Business Administration 60 ECTS program. This requirement ensures that students have basic professional exposure, which helps them understand and apply management concepts more effectively during the course. 

The list of documents that are required to make an application to the University of Applied Management for a final offer letter are:

• Marksheets from 10th and 12th (Optional)
• Graduation Degree and Semester-wise marksheets
• Graduation Transcripts
• Passport
• Statement of Purpose/Cover letter
• Resume
• Photograph
• Proof of English Proficiency scorecard
• APS Certificate
• Work Experience Letter

There are 3 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed below:

STEP 1 - Application and Document Submission - Apply on upGrad.com and submit your documents.
STEP 2 - Shortlisting basis overall performance - Our admissions committee will review your profile. Upon qualifying, an offer letter will be sent to you.
STEP 3 - Enrollment for Access to Prep Content - Make a quick block payment of INR 25,000 to reserve your seat and receive immediate access to the prep content and begin your upGrad journey. Complete balance payment with assistance from our loan partners where required.

UpGrad will help with your Academic and Visa SOP and organize training on how to write a good SOP.

Living expenses in Germany for 6 months are about 5,951 Euros, which is roughly INR 6L. This covers accommodation, food, travel, and other basic needs for international students during their stay. 

The Master of Business Administration 60 ECTS program requires about 12–15 hours per week of study time. This commitment helps you stay on track with classes, assignments, and projects so you can successfully complete the program. 

Our Student Support is available. You can write to us via studentsupport@upgrad.com Or for urgent queries, use the "Talk to Us" option on the Learn platform.Additionally, an upGrad buddy will enhance the learners’ experience by engaging with them to ensure they are on track with upcoming deadlines, and submissions. They will offer guidance, and resolve their non-academic queries.Peer-to-peer discussion forum where you can post your queries and your peers/faculty/teaching assistants answer them within a day. Regular Q&A sessions with faculty to get clarification on conceptual doubts.

0% EMI with Third Party Credit Facilitators/Credit card option availability will vary program wise.

1. Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
No cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, State Bank of India, CITIBANK and HSBC)
2. Is there any minimum transaction limit ?
Yes. 50000 is the minimum.

3. Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ?
No. ONLY 12 months is available irrespective of the Program enrolled.

4. Will I have to pay any extra amount for the EMI transaction?
If you are availing 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.

5. Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transaction. If charged, will be billed in the first repayment installment.

6. Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI?
Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.

7. Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI ?
Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.

8. Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards ?
Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using Part payment option make sure to inform the learner, minimum transaction is INR 50000 to opt for 0% CC EMI E.g. Amount to be paid: 150000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example :
HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 100000
ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50000

9. How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.

10. Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card?
Initially your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit and from your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have made a payment of ₹100000 on 6-months EMI and your credit limit is ₹200,000 then initially your bank will block your credit limit by ₹100000. After payment of your first month EMI of Rs.15000, the blocked amount will come down to ₹85000.

11. Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI?
Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided to you as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No cost EMI. The total amount paid during the entire EMI tenure to the bank will be equal to the amount to be paid to upGrad.

Eg. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 405000
Let's say Amount deducted at the time of transaction: INR 379850 (Principal amount) Bank charges interest of 12-15% per annum on INR 379850
[Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate]
EMI AMOUNT = INR 33750 x 12 = INR 405000
Effectively, you have taken loan on 379,850 instead of 405,000

Refund Policy:
1. Students must pay an applicable Caution Amount for the enrollment to the Program. This Caution Amount will be adjustable against the total Program fee payable by the student.
2. Once the student has made a partial or full payment of Program fee, such student can claim a refund for this amount at any time before the cohort commencement date by raising a refund request through ‘My applications’ page on our website (www.upgrad.com), stating the specific reason for the refund. The refund shall be subject to a deduction of INR. 20,000/- towards processing fee. If less than INR. 20,000/- have been paid in total, students shall not be eligible for any refund in such a case.
3. Students shall not be eligible for a refund (under any circumstances) if the refund request is raised postprogram/Batch Start Date. In such a case, the student will continue to pay the EMI of his loan (if applicable), as the loan cannot be canceled. This is also applicable to students who could not complete their payment and could not get enrolled in their opted cohort. However, the student can request a PreProgram deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.
4. Studentshall not be eligible for refund of any amount paid towards the Program in case any discrepancy is identified between your application and self-attested documents including but not limited to wrong details about your grades or any other incorrect information provided in your application.
5. In case of a valid refund request post obtaining the loan from a third party credit facility provider, we would like to clarify that the responsibility of canceling the loan will lie with the student as upGrad is not privy to such arrangements between the student and the third party credit facility provider.
6. If students do not provide documents as per the timeline mentioned in the offer letter, they will be deferred to the next batch but they will not be eligible for any refunds.

Deferral Policy: (Pre- Program Commencement)
1. If a Learner, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the Cohort Commencement Date, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch.
2. However, the learner will be required to pay 50% of the Total Program Fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this condition is complied with, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
3. A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for.
4. The Learner has time till the current Cohort Commencement Date to make the payment of the 50% of the Total Program Fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the Learner asks for a refund after the Cohort Commencement Date, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply.
5. The fee applicable to the deferred Learner will be as per prevailing Total Program Fee for the batch Learner as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).

Deferral Policy: (Post Program Commencement)
1. If a learner is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch.A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the Cohort Commencement Date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for.
2. The Learner will be required to pay a deferral fee of 5% of the Total Program Fee (inclusive of taxes) if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts.
3. The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid.
4. Till this condition is complied, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
5. The Learner has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee, post which the deferral request will expire, and the learner will continue as part of the current cohort.
6. If the Learner completes the deferral payment, the Learner’s login will be disabled, The Learner will leave the deferred cohort and the Learner will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort.
7. The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the Learner has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has been completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad.

• Tuition fees are subject to change by the university at any time during the course. upGrad has no control over such revisions. Learners are responsible for monitoring communications from the university regarding any fee modifications.