Course overview
Master International Management (CEMS MIM) is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at university-of-cologne in Köln, Germany. It takes 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS), with intakes in October (winter); apply 15 January–31 March.
university-of-cologne is a public institution, ranked 269 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | university-of-cologne (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Köln, Germany |
| Course | Master International Management (CEMS MIM) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) |
| Tuition per year | €711 (≈ ₹75,366) |
| Intakes | October (winter); apply 15 January–31 March |
| English requirement | English at C1, plus a second CEMS language at B1 |
Interested in Master International Management (CEMS MIM)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €711 a year, about ₹75,366. Over 2 years that is roughly €1,422 (≈ ₹1.5 lakh) before any yearly increase.
No tuition fee; this is 2 × the semester fee of €355.65 listed by the AStA (includes the €226.80 Deutschlandsemesterticket). Confirm the current amount with the university.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| KSTW student residenceRoom or apartment | €190–500per month | ≈ ₹20,140 – ₹53,000 |
| Private student residenceFurnished | €400–800per month | ≈ ₹42,400 – ₹84,800 |
| Room in a shared flat (WG) | €450–750per month | ≈ ₹47,700 – ₹79,500 |
| Private apartmentFrom about this; often higher | €650–700per month | ≈ ₹68,900 – ₹74,200 |
| Living costs (university estimate)Includes about €600 rent | €1,200per month | ≈ ₹1.3 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 university-of-cologne for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A bachelor's degree in a related subject; WiSo programmes look for strong maths and statistics for analytics and economics.
- With a bachelor's from outside Germany, first request a preliminary review documentation (VPD) from uni-assist for Cologne. It takes up to eight weeks, so apply early.
- Then apply online through the KLIPS 2.0 portal. WiSo deadlines are mostly 15 April–15 June; CEMS MIM and Economic Research run 15 January–31 March; biology runs 1 June–15 July.
- All WiSo and biology master's start in the winter semester.
English requirements
For this course: English at C1, plus a second CEMS language at B1.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (biology MSc) | 6.5 overall, at least 6.0 in each part |
| TOEFL iBT (biology MSc) | 93 |
| Cambridge English (biology MSc) | B2 First with a score of 175 |
| CEMS MIM | C1 in English when you apply, plus B1 in a second CEMS language |
| Waiver | Biology accepts completion of a high school or bachelor's programme taught in English as proof |
Intakes
This course starts in: October (winter); apply 15 January–31 March.
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
- Valid passport
- VPD from uni-assist (for a bachelor's from outside Germany)
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score or proof of English-taught study, as the programme asks
- CV and any programme-specific items (motivation letter, references)
- APS certificate, which Indian students need for the German student visa
Scholarships
University of Cologne scholarship programmes (Deutschlandstipendium, social and inclusion scholarships)
Enrolled students; mostly master's and PhD
Value: Generally €300 a month
Awarded through annual calls. The Deutschlandstipendium rewards high achievement; the social and inclusion scholarships consider social need or disability. Beginners rarely receive scholarships.
Official pageDAAD scholarships
Master's and PhD
Value: Depends on the programme
Search the DAAD database by country and subject; the university links to it from its financing page.
Official page
About university-of-cologne
The University of Cologne was founded in 1388, making it one of Europe's oldest universities. It closed under French rule in 1798 and reopened in 1919. Today it is one of Germany's largest universities, with six faculties covering business and economics, law, medicine, humanities, natural sciences and human sciences.
For Indian students, the best-known part is the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences (WiSo). Most of its master's can be studied entirely in English, including Business Administration, Business Analytics & Econometrics, Economics and the CEMS Master's in International Management. The Department of Biology also runs five research-focused master's taught in English.
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Business & Management courses at other universities in Germany
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- MSc Quantitative Economicsbielefeld-university2 years (4 semesters) · €703 / year
- Master's in Mathematical Economicsbielefeld-university2 years (4 semesters) · €703 / year
- MSc Supply Chain Managementconstructor-university2 years (full time) · €23,850 / year
- Master in Global Management (MGM)esmt-berlin24 months (full time, Berlin) · €19,250 / year
More courses at university-of-cologne
- MSc Business Analytics & Econometrics2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) · €711 / year
- MSc Business Administration (majors: Finance, Marketing, Corporate Development, Supply Chain Management, Accounting & Taxation)2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) · €711 / year
- MSc Economics2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) · €711 / year
- MSc Economic Research2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) · €711 / year
- MSc Computational Biology2 years (full time) · €711 / year
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FAQs
What is the fee for Master International Management (CEMS MIM) at university-of-cologne?
The tuition for international students is €711 a year (about ₹75,366). No tuition fee; this is 2 × the semester fee of €355.65 listed by the AStA (includes the €226.80 Deutschlandsemesterticket). Confirm the current amount with the university. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Master International Management (CEMS MIM)?
The course takes 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS).
What English score do I need?
English at C1, plus a second CEMS language at B1. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: October (winter); apply 15 January–31 March. 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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