Course overview
MBA and Eng. Operational Excellence is a postgraduate (master's) course in engineering at hof-university-of-applied-sciences in Hof, Germany. It takes 2 years (4 semesters), with intakes in October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November).
hof-university-of-applied-sciences is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | hof-university-of-applied-sciences (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Hof, Germany |
| Course | MBA and Eng. Operational Excellence |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Engineering |
| Duration | 2 years (4 semesters) |
| Tuition per year | €6,600 (≈ ₹7 lakh) |
| Intakes | October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November) |
| English requirement | Taught in English. TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 60. Needs a 180 ECTS engineering degree, one year of work experience, German A1 when applying and B1 by the internship. |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €6,600 a year, about ₹7 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly €13,200 (≈ ₹14 lakh) before any yearly increase.
Graduate School fee of €3,300 per semester (×2; €13,200 for 4 semesters), plus an administrative fee of about €150 per semester. Instalments are not allowed.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Am Saalepark (Hof centre)Including utilities; €470 deposit | €347–376per month | ≈ ₹36,782 – ₹39,856 |
| Residence Am Eichelberg (Hof campus)Including utilities; €570 deposit | €408per month | ≈ ₹43,248 |
| Haus Waldstein (Münchberg)Including utilities; €290 deposit | €315per month | ≈ ₹33,390 |
| Single room in a private shared flatExcluding energy and usually internet | €380–450per month | ≈ ₹40,280 – ₹47,700 |
| Total living costs (Hof estimate)Rent, health insurance (about €120), food, phone and personal costs | €820–1,020per month | ≈ ₹86,920 – ₹1.1 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 hof-university-of-applied-sciences for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Graduate School master's need a 180 ECTS bachelor's, so a three-year Indian degree can qualify, plus at least one year of work experience.
- Most non-EU master's applicants go through uni-assist; some can apply directly on PRIMUSS.
- Applying through PRIMUSS is free; uni-assist charges a handling fee.
- APS certificate required for applicants with Indian qualifications.
English requirements
For this course: Taught in English. TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 60. Needs a 180 ECTS engineering degree, one year of work experience, German A1 when applying and B1 by the internship..
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 |
| TOEFL iBT | 90 |
| PTE Academic | 60 (Graduate School programmes) |
| Medium of instruction | Not accepted: Hof says a medium-of-instruction certificate is not sufficient |
| German | A1 needed for most English-taught programmes (not Software Engineering, which needs A2 by the internship) |
Intakes
This course starts in: October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November).
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
- Passport copy
- APS certificate
- VPD from uni-assist, where required
- School-leaving and degree certificates (simple copies are enough for PRIMUSS)
- IELTS, TOEFL or PTE score
- German certificate (A1 or A2) where the programme asks for it
- CV, and a motivation letter for some programmes
- Proof of work experience (Graduate School)
Scholarships
Deutschlandstipendium at Hof University
All students, all nationalities
Value: €300 a month for at least one year
Based on talent and performance. The 2026/27 round ran 15 April to 30 June 2026; you can apply before enrolling.
Official pageScholarships for senior students
Enrolled full-time students
Value: Varies each semester with available funding
At least 90 ECTS (bachelor's) or 30 ECTS (master's) completed at Hof. Deadlines around the end of April and end of October.
Official page
About hof-university-of-applied-sciences
Hof University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Hof) is a public university of applied sciences in Upper Franconia, in the north-east of Bavaria, founded in 1994. It has about 3,800 students and more than 40 practice-oriented bachelor's and master's programmes in business, computer science, engineering and design.
Its Graduate School runs English-taught, fee-paying master's for graduates with work experience: MBAs in General Management and in Digitalization and Innovation, an MBA and Engineering in Operational Excellence, and an MEng in Software Engineering for Industrial Applications.
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FAQs
What is the fee for MBA and Eng. Operational Excellence at hof-university-of-applied-sciences?
The tuition for international students is €6,600 a year (about ₹7 lakh). Graduate School fee of €3,300 per semester (×2; €13,200 for 4 semesters), plus an administrative fee of about €150 per semester. Instalments are not allowed. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MBA and Eng. Operational Excellence?
The course takes 2 years (4 semesters).
What English score do I need?
Taught in English. TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 60. Needs a 180 ECTS engineering degree, one year of work experience, German A1 when applying and B1 by the internship.. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November). 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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