IU International University of Applied Sciences

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The content of IU's online MBA complies with the EQUAL MBA Guidelines – an internationally recognised seal that certifies the quality of MBA programmes worldwide. The broad range of compulsory electives offers you a variety of innovative opportunities for specialisation, such as artificial intelligence, big data or digital business models, which will prepare you for the current challenges in the world of work thanks to their practical orientation.   

We are recognised by WES Canada and U.S., a trusted non-profit providing verified education credential assessments (ECA) for foreign degrees and certificates. This means that our graduates can work or study in Canada and the U.S.

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IU International University of Applied Sciences – Your Path to Success

IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU), founded in 1998 and headquartered in Erfurt, Germany, is one of the largest private universities in the country with over 100,000 students. Offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in business, management, IT, health, and social sciences, IU is committed to providing a globally recognized education. All programs are taught entirely in English and available both online and on-campus.

Why Choose IU?

• Affordable Tuition: Enjoy up to 35% off your tuition fees, making your education more accessible.
• Flexible Payment Plans: Choose between monthly installments or paying in full, based on your financial needs.
• All-Inclusive Fees: No hidden costs—course materials are included, and there are no application fees.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Start your studies online with no fixed semester intakes, allowing you to begin when you're ready.
• 100% Online Learning: Study and take exams entirely online, at your own pace, with 24/7 access to IU’s digital learning platform.
• Career-Focused Degrees: Specialize in in-demand fields with programs designed to enhance your career prospects.
• Real-World Application: Courses combine theory with practical case studies, and are taught by industry professionals who are experts in their fields.

With a flexible and career-oriented approach, IU equips you with the tools and knowledge to thrive in today’s competitive job market.

Read what our Alumni say about IU here.

Academic Requirements:

• Completed degree from a public or officially recognized university/higher education institution.
• At least a “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent earned in your previous degree.
• Your undergraduate studies must amount to 240 ECTS credits to begin a 60-ECTS MBA.
• Your undergraduate studies must amount to 210 ECTS to begin a 90-ECTS MBA.

Professional Experience:

• You will need to have at least one year of professional work experience before starting an MBA programme (achieved after previous studies).
• For MBA programmes, you will also need to have completed a second year of professional work experience before graduating.

Only for Online Studies: If you are lacking ECTS credits from your previous studies, you can demonstrate professional work experience for your online degree instead.

• To start a 90-ECTS MBA, you can “bridge” 30 ECTS by demonstrating 1 additional year of professional experience. This means you can access the programme already with 180 ECTS credits.
• To start a 60-ECTS MBA (One-Year MBA), you can “bridge” up to 60 ECTS by demonstrating 2 additional years of professional experience.

This means you can access the One-Year programme already with 210 ECTS (if you provide one additional year of work experience) or 180 ECTS (if you can prove two additional years) from your previous studies.

Applicants whose first degree does not specialize in a business field can be admitted to the programme if their work experience is in business management. Admission to the MBA programme will then be decided on an individual basis following an interview with IU's academic staff.

Overall English Requirements:

• IU English Language course certificate (complementary when signing up with IU - free of charge) or
• TOEFL (min. 80 points) or
• IELTS (min. Level 6.0 out of 9 points) or
• Duolingo English test (min. 95 points) or
• Cambridge Certificate (min. B grade overall) or
• Equivalent proof

Find out what the entry requirements are by visiting the program pages here

1. Choose your programme:

• Talk to one of IU's study advisors. After you get the e-mail from us, one of our study advisors will call you within 24 hours, to help you out in case you have any questions. You can also just reach them on your own if you prefer. 
• Visit IU's FAQ section. 
• Attend one of IU's upcoming webinars – they're free of charge, you just need to sign up in advance. 

2. Apply online.

3. Sign your contract.

4. Upload your application documents.

5.. Start your studies.

Find out more about the application process here

• Full-time: (12 months) starting from 8,652 € (full tuition fees)
• Part-time (18 months) starting from 10,755 € (full tuition fees) 

Limited Offer: Prices shown include the tuition fee reduction. Seasonal promotions are available; don't hesitate to contact the university for a personalized offer here.

IU offers a reduction for the tuition fees. Seasonal promotions are available; don't hesitate to contact the university for a personalized offer here.

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