Course overview
Bachelor in International Business Administration (BSc) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at whu-otto-beisheim-school-of-management in Vallendar, Germany. It takes 3 years (6 semesters), with intakes in September.
whu-otto-beisheim-school-of-management is a private institution, ranked 19th in the world, 1st in Germany in the Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking (as published by WHU) 2026. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | whu-otto-beisheim-school-of-management (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Vallendar, Germany |
| Course | Bachelor in International Business Administration (BSc) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 3 years (6 semesters) |
| Tuition per year | €18,600 (≈ ₹19.7 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95 or Cambridge C1 Advanced (grade C) |
Interested in Bachelor in International Business Administration (BSc)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €18,600 a year, about ₹19.7 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly €55,800 (≈ ₹59.1 lakh) before any yearly increase.
€9,300 per semester ×2; taught in English or German/English
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Campus Krautkrämer apartmentWHU's figure: about €330–€355 a month; ten of the 29 units are reserved for exchange students | €1,500–1,600per semester | ≈ ₹1.6 lakh – ₹1.7 lakh |
| Humboldthöhe apartment (1–3 rooms)Per person, including all costs and Wi-Fi | €2,030–2,150per semester | ≈ ₹2.2 lakh – ₹2.3 lakh |
| Room in a shared flat, Gilgenborn 31aIncluding utilities and Wi-Fi | €2,530per semester | ≈ ₹2.7 lakh |
| SmartFlats Goethestraße single unitMainly let to exchange students | €2,370–2,530per semester | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh – ₹2.7 lakh |
Living costs for Germany as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at whu-otto-beisheim-school-of-management for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A secondary school diploma or equivalent university entrance qualification; WHU asks applicants to contact it if they are unsure whether their school certificate qualifies.
- You can apply with mid-term or predicted grades if your Class 12 results are not out yet.
- Three application rounds for 2027 entry (31 January, 31 March and 15 May 2027), each with an online analytical test, an assessment and one-on-one interviews.
- Proof of English and of the required internship(s) by 15 May 2027.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95 or Cambridge C1 Advanced (grade C).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 (MSc), 7.0 with 6.5 in each part (Full-Time MBA), 7.0 (BSc) |
| TOEFL iBT | 100 classic scale or 5.5 new scale (MSc and MBA); 95 or 5 (BSc) |
| Cambridge English | C1 Advanced, grade C or higher (BSc) |
| English-medium waiver | MSc: no test needed if your undergraduate or school education was entirely in English. BSc: possible for English-taught schools (English as a subject is not enough). |
| Duolingo | Not accepted for the MSc programmes |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in GermanyHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Germany, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- One-page CV in English
- Bachelor's transcript of records (latest transcript if you are still studying) and degree certificate
- IELTS or TOEFL score report, or proof that your education was fully in English
- GMAT, GRE or GTEBS score (MSc); GMAT/GRE or another 'Excellent Fit' proof (MBA)
- Employer letter proving practical experience (position, dates, duties, stamp and signature)
- Letter of recommendation (MBA)
- APS certificate (needed for the German student visa with an Indian degree)
- Valid passport
Scholarships
WHU MSc scholarships (Excellence, Merit, Social Impact and others)
MSc programmes
Value: 25% of tuition fees
Admitted candidates with strong academic and admissions results; the Merit Scholarship needs GMAT 655, GRE 164/164 or GTEBS 112 in one sitting. Complete programme application by 31 March 2027.
Official pageWHU Responsible Leader Scholarship
Master in Management
Value: 75% of tuition fees
Outstanding MiM candidates with academic excellence and community impact; complete applications by 31 January are considered automatically.
Official pageMSc early-bird tuition discount
MSc programmes
Value: €3,000 (by 30 November 2026) or €1,500 (by 31 January 2027)
Complete MSc applications submitted by the deadline.
Official pageWHU Global Community Scholarship
Bachelor
Value: 20% of tuition fees
Top bachelor's applicants who do not hold German citizenship; apply together with the programme application.
Official pageWHU MBA scholarships (including for participants from developing countries)
Full-Time MBA
Value: Partial; amount set individually (e-fellows.net scholarship fixed at €10,000)
Admitted Full-Time MBA applicants; one scholarship application per person, before signing the study contract.
Official page
About whu-otto-beisheim-school-of-management
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management is a private business school founded in 1984. It is small and selective, and it focuses only on business and economics: a bachelor's in international business administration, a set of pre-experience master's, MBA programmes and executive education.
WHU is best known for its Master in Management, which WHU reports as first in Germany and 19th in the world in the Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking 2026. It also has a strong entrepreneurship culture, with many alumni-founded start-ups, and was the first German school to hold EQUIS accreditation.
Similar courses
Business & Management courses at other universities in Germany
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- BA International Business Administrationconstructor-university3 years · €23,850 / year
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- Bachelor in Business Administration (BSc)frankfurt-school-of-finance-and-management7 semesters (210 ECTS) · €17,200 / year
- BSc Business Managementgisma-university-of-applied-sciences3 years (180 ECTS) · €13,825 / year
- BA International Business Managementhochschule-fresenius3 years (6 semesters, 180 CP); 7 semesters with an optional internship semester · €11,400 / year
More courses at whu-otto-beisheim-school-of-management
- Master in Management (MSc)21 months (120 ECTS) · €20,600 / year
- Master in International Business (MSc)21 months (120 ECTS) · €20,600 / year
- Master in Finance (MSc)17 months (90 ECTS) or 21 months (120 ECTS) · €20,600 / year
- Master in Entrepreneurship (MSc)17 months (90 ECTS) or 21 months (120 ECTS) · €20,600 / year
- Full-Time MBA12 months · €49,500 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Bachelor in International Business Administration (BSc) at whu-otto-beisheim-school-of-management?
The tuition for international students is €18,600 a year (about ₹19.7 lakh). €9,300 per semester ×2; taught in English or German/English. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Bachelor in International Business Administration (BSc)?
The course takes 3 years (6 semesters).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95 or Cambridge C1 Advanced (grade C). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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