About the university
ESMT Berlin is a private business school founded in 2002 by 25 leading global companies and institutions. It has about 1,048 degree students from 95 countries and a large executive education arm, and it holds triple-crown accreditation.
The school is best known for its Full-time MBA and its two-year master's programmes. The Financial Times ranked its MBA second in Germany and 79th in the world in 2026, and ranked ESMT first in Germany among European business schools in 2025.
Indian students look at ESMT for English-taught business, analytics and AI master's degrees in Berlin with strong job outcomes: 95% of Master in Global Management graduates had job offers within three months, and 73% work in Germany. The two-year master's programmes cost €38,500 in total for 2027 entry, and the MBA €50,000.
The campus is at Schlossplatz 1 in central Berlin, steps from Museum Island. Berlin is Germany's capital and a major start-up hub, but rents are high, so plan housing early.
- Founded
- 2002, by 25 leading global companies and institutions
- Type
- Private business school with triple-crown accreditation
- Students
- 1,048 from 95 countries
- Staff
- 200+ employees
- Programmes
- Master's in management, analytics and AI, and innovation; Full-time MBA; executive education
- Intakes
- September for master's; January for the Full-time MBA
Rankings
Financial Times MBA ranking 2026
79 in the world; 2nd in Germany
Financial Times European Business School ranking 2025
12 in Europe; 1st in Germany
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master in Global Management (MGM)
- Fee / year
- €19,250
- Duration
- 24 months (full time, Berlin)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- TOEFL or IELTS (no minimum published), or an English-taught degree
- Postgraduate
Master in Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (MAAI)
- Fee / year
- €19,250
- Duration
- 24 months (full time, Berlin)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- TOEFL or IELTS (no minimum published), or an English-taught degree
- Postgraduate
Master in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (MIE)
- Fee / year
- €19,250
- Duration
- 24 months (full time, Berlin)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- TOEFL or IELTS (no minimum published), or an English-taught degree
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €40,000
- Duration
- 15 months (full time, Berlin)
- Intakes
- January
- English
- Proof of English if applicable (no minimum published)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master in Global Management (MGM) | 24 months (full time, Berlin) | €19,250 | ≈ ₹20.4 lakh |
| Master in Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (MAAI) | 24 months (full time, Berlin) | €19,250 | ≈ ₹20.4 lakh |
| Master in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (MIE) | 24 months (full time, Berlin) | €19,250 | ≈ ₹20.4 lakh |
| Full-time MBA | 15 months (full time, Berlin) | €40,000 | ≈ ₹42.4 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at ESMT Berlin with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
- Master's programmes
Early Application Award
Value: €3,000 off total tuition
Eligibility: Automatic for master's applicants who apply by 31 October 2026 for the September 2027 intake.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Master's programmes
Master's merit scholarships
Value: Partial tuition; amount varies
Eligibility: Accepted students with outstanding academic merit and leadership potential. Show your suitability in the scholarship essay in the online application.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Full-time MBA
MBA scholarships (academic excellence, gender pay gap, Rainbow, regional)
Value: Partial tuition; amounts not published
Eligibility: Academic excellence; women; LGBTQIA+ candidates; and candidates from specific world regions.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Master's programmes
CAIA scholarships
Value: Reduced cost of CAIA charter exams and coursework (eight available)
Eligibility: Master's students interested in alternative investments.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- ESMT Berlin offers no bachelor's degrees. Indian students join after a bachelor's degree.
Postgraduate
- Master's programmes need a bachelor's degree (final-year students can apply with transcripts), essays and one recommendation.
- The Master in Global Management is for applicants with less than 24 months of post-graduate work experience; the analytics and innovation master's prefer 0–3 years (up to five considered).
- GMAT or GRE is not mandatory for the Master in Global Management if your grades show strong quantitative skills; ESMT says scores below 600 (GMAT) or 304 (GRE) are not competitive. The analytics master's may ask for the BAT, GMAT or GRE.
- The Full-time MBA needs at least three years of continuous post-graduate work experience and strong GMAT, GRE, EA or BAT scores.
- The deadline for September 2027 master's entry with the Early Application Award, and for the January 2027 MBA, is 31 October 2026.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
- CV
- Essays and one recommendation
- TOEFL or IELTS score, or proof of an English-taught degree
- GMAT, GRE, EA or BAT score where required
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| TOEFL or IELTS | Accepted as proof of English; ESMT does not publish minimum scores on its programme pages |
| English-taught degree | A degree from an English-taught university programme can replace a test for master's programmes |
| German | Not required; all degree programmes are taught in English |
Accommodation and living costs
ESMT has no student halls. Students rent privately in Berlin, and the school's Moving to Berlin and student support pages help with the search. Berlin rents are high, so budget well and start early.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
ESMT's campus is at Schlossplatz 1 in central Berlin, close to Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Central Berlin campus at Schlossplatz 1.
- About 1,048 students from 95 countries.
- Large executive education programme: about 3,500 executives a year.
- Internships of 3–6 months in the master's programmes.
Careers and graduate outcomes
ESMT reports strong outcomes, especially in Germany. Its master's include internships and one-to-one career coaching, and graduates can stay in Germany to look for work (see our Germany guide).
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Master in Global Management graduates with job offers within three months | 95% | ESMT Berlin: Master in Global Management page |
| Master in Global Management graduates working in Germany | 73% | ESMT Berlin: Master in Global Management page |
| Average salary, Master in Global Management (Class of 2022–2024) | €59,280 | ESMT Berlin: Master in Global Management page |
| Full-time MBA graduates working in Europe (Classes of 2023–2025) | 94% | ESMT Berlin: Full-time MBA page |
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FAQs
How much does a master's at ESMT cost?
The Master in Global Management costs €38,500 for the whole two-year programme for September 2027 entry, paid in three instalments. The analytics and innovation master's list the same €38,500 tuition. Applying by 31 October 2026 gives €3,000 off.
How much is the MBA?
€50,000 for the 15-month Full-time MBA, which starts in January.
Do I need GMAT?
Not always. The Master in Global Management does not require it if your grades show strong quantitative skills. The MBA needs a strong GMAT, GRE, EA or BAT score.
Can I apply straight after my bachelor's?
Yes. The master's programmes are designed for students with little or no work experience (under 24 months for the Master in Global Management).
Do ESMT graduates find jobs in Germany?
ESMT reports that 95% of Master in Global Management graduates had job offers within three months and 73% work in Germany.
Sources
- ESMT Berlin: homepage (opens in a new tab)
- ESMT Berlin: Master in Global Management (opens in a new tab)
- ESMT Berlin: Master in Analytics & Artificial Intelligence (opens in a new tab)
- ESMT Berlin: Master in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (opens in a new tab)
- ESMT Berlin: Full-time MBA (opens in a new tab)
- ESMT Berlin: student life (opens in a new tab)
Official website: esmt.berlin (opens in a new tab)
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