Significant savings of upto VND 266 Million compared to studying full degree in Germany1
Upto18 Months
Eligible for PGWP/Post Study Work/OPT visa application after graduation2
EUR33 K
Average salary in Germany after completion of the course1
Program Structure and Fees
MSc International Management is a dual degree program, where in the first7.5 months you will be studying online with Golden Gate University. Tuition fees of the course for online course is VND 118,000,000. For the remaining 16 months you will be going to Germany and studying on-campus at International School of Management (ISM), Germany. Tuition fees for International School of Management, Germany is of approximately 17,100 Euros (including master thesis). You will also have to incur approximately 11,904 Euros per annum as living costs in Germany.
Golden Gate University
Country
USA
Course Name
Professional Certificate in Global Business Management (6 Modules)
Eligibility
A minimum of 3 years of Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% or above marks is acceptable with minimum 6 months of studies in Business Sciences or quantitative fields (Mathematics/Technical/ Computing/ Economics/ Market Research; or related fields)
General BA/ General B.Sc. degrees (without specialization) are not acceptable
Tuition Fees
~ VND 118,000,000
Cost of Living
N/A
Mode of Teaching
Online
Duration
8 Months
International School of Management
Country
Germany
Course Name
MSc International Management
Eligibility
The applicant must successfully complete a Professional Certificate in Global Business Management from GGU with an aggregate of minimum 3.0 or above GPA with a minimum passing grade of C- in each course
Students with less than 3 GPA marks will have to pass the admission test*
TOEFL (iBT) is 80 or above or IELTS 6 or Medium of Instruction English (not older than 5 years) till the time student reached on-campus
Note: *For more details of Test refer to the FAQs section
Tuition Fees
~ EUR 17,100
Cost of Living
~ EUR 11,904
Mode of Teaching
On-Campus
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Other Benefits
Get an M.Sc. International Management degree from ISM and Professional Certificate in Global Business Management from GGU USA
Eligible to apply for up to 18-months PSW after graduation
This program is also accredited by the German Council of Science & Humanities
ISM is indefinitely accredited by FIBAA
One of the best private German universities as per CHE Ranking
Top 10 Private Applied Sciences Universities in Germany as per Trendence Rankings
ISM is one of 106 universities included in U-Multirank for Germany
In-built IELTS prep to be provided by upGrad
Learn from world-class faculty members & industry experts
Career Essential Soft Skills Program
About Golden Gate University
GGU is a private, non-profit university located in the center of downtown San Francisco, California. Founded in 1901, it offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in subjects such as business, law, accounting, taxes, psychology, and public administration. The institution takes pride in its practical and professional education style, emphasizing experiential learning and real-world application of information. GGU is noted for its flexible program formats, which include evening and weekend classes, online courses, and hybrid course types. The university is committed to diversity and inclusion, with a lively and welcoming community of students, teachers, and staff.
About International School of Management
International School of Management was founded in 1990 in Germany and is ranked among the top business schools. It is a home of 3850 students and has many campuses. ISM is successful because of its practice orientation and by having an atmosphere of personal learning. Its USP is that both professional skills and soft skills are taught. Another USP of ISM is students get practical projects and get internship opportunities in renowned companies. ISM is ranked 287 out of 369 as the best school in Germany as per US News. ISM has 11 programs for graduates and 16 postgraduates programs It has grabbed a good rank as a global multi-rank. In case of international and domestic students, the tuition fee is 6480 EUR. ISM prepares students for the real world. There is a close interaction among the alumni, companies and students. ISM focuses on student's welfare by giving them opportunities to gain practical knowledge.
About Germany
A growing number of international students prefer to study in Germanyand this is quite natural, considering the country’s vibrant culture, low tuition costs and high standards of education. If you are wondering about ‘why study in Germany’, a closer look at some aspects may help. The country has been the educational foundation for global icons including Karl Marx, Albert Einstein, and Max Weber among many others, offering affordability, top-class educational institutions and a chequered history.
Career Opportunities
MSc International Management
International Sales Manager
EUR 58,083 Annually 1
Business development manager
EUR 58,312 Annually 1
Public Relations (PR) Manager
EUR 43,910 Annually 1
International Marketing Manager
EUR 65,000 Annually 1
Financial controller
EUR 56,538 Annually 1
Syllabus
Golden Gate UniversityProfessional Certificate in Global Business Management (6 Modules)
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International School of Management MSc International Management
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8+
Case Studies
20+
Live Sessions
6
Modules
Frequently Asked Questions
About the Program
What is the scope of MSc International Management with upGrad?
With the idea to become one of Germany’s top business schools in internationalization and industry outreach, ISM offers its students the ability to manage responsibilities in the global business environment.
The MSc International Management program meets all the quality standards set by the Foundation of International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA).
The program is also accredited by the German Council of Science & Humanities.
To ensure a practical experience for the students, the program has a compulsory internship of 12 weeks, several workshops, and industrial excursions.
The MSc International Management is taught entirely in the English language.
Small classroom size with a 1:7 supervision ratio of university teachers/students.
Get trained by seasoned faculty and over 56 well-acclaimed international guest lecturers.
Get a chance to intensify your intercultural competencies with students from over 84 nationalities.
Apart from business management, learners will also engage with the latest developments in design thinking, agility and new work.
Learners can qualify for leading positions in international companies.
What type of learning experience should I expect?
The content will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the program comprises live lectures or hangout sessions dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. Once you reach Germany, you will get face to face learning from Professors. On completion of the program, you will have the option to apply for PSW in Germany as well as get support from the International School of Management, Germany and Career Services to build a career in Germany.
Is any certification granted at the end of the program?
Post successful completion of the program, a Professional Certificate in Global Business Management would be awarded from GGU US and a Master's degree in MSc International Management from International School of Management, Germany.
Can I sign up only for a few specific modules if I am interested in it?
No, the program is designed to be completed in its entirety, and cannot be taken as standalone modules.
Admissions
Is there a minimum qualification for this program?
For GGU
A minimum of 3 years of Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% or above marks is acceptable with minimum 6 months of studies in Business Sciences (Mathematics/Technical/ Computing/ Economics/ Market Research; or related fields
General BA/ General BSc degrees (without specialization) are not acceptable
For ISM
The applicant must successfully complete a Professional Certificate in Global Business Management from GGU with an aggregate of minimum 3.0 or above GPA with a minimum passing grade of C- in each course
Students with less than 3 GPA marks will have to pass the admission test*
TOEFL (iBT) is 80 or above or IELTS 6 or Medium of Instruction English(not older than 5 years) till the time student reached on-campus
Note: *For more details of Test refer to the FAQs section
Test comprises a Case Study and an Interview.
Applicants must have a UG degree in which at least 30 ECTS have been obtained in the field of business (e.g., business administration, economics, business information systems; or related fields), of those credits or in addition to those credits at least 10 ECTS must have been earned in quantitative courses (e.g., mathematics, statistics, computer science, technology, market research, econometrics; or related fields). We will also support you for the application process to the International School of Management, Germany, once we receive all the mandatory documents from your end. You need to provide all the documents required to apply at International School of Management, Germany within 3 months of the Cohort Commencement date of the M.Sc. Accel Program. We will also guide you for applying to the German Embassy for a Visa once you receive required documents from the ISM Germany.
What are the documents needed for the application?
Scanned copy of Marksheet and Under Graduation degree
Scanned copy of Passport
Scanned copy of Graduation Transcript
Scanned copy of passport size photographs
Updated Resume
Letter of Motivation/SOP
External proof of knowledge of foreign languages
Proof of English Proficiency as per the criteria mentioned above in the document (TOEFL/IELTS)
Can I still apply for the program if I have scored less than 3 GPA in my GGU certificate program?
Students with less than 3 GPA marks will have to pass the admission test consisting of a Case Study and an Interview. Students need to register online for the Admission test. Students receive three topics after the registration and they need to work out a small essay and a PowerPoint presentation. Please make sure that the students prepare and submit the written elaboration within the deadline indicated in the instruction.
Can I apply for the program if I am in my last year of an undergraduate degree?
You can only apply for the program upon receiving a provisional certificate of your Bachelor's degree.
What is the admission process?
There are 4 simple steps in the Admission Process which is detailed as. Step 1- Complete Application -Complete your application and submit the required details. The Admissions Committee will then review your application - which include your work experience & educational background. Step 2- Apply for the Scholarship- Submit your Statement of Purpose to join a GGU Program. Step 3- Get Shortlisted & Receive the Offer Letter- Upon qualifying, an Offer Letter will be sent to you confirming your admission to the course. Step 4- Block your Seat - Block your seat with an initial payment of INR 25,000 to enroll into the Program. Begin your leadership journey.
Germany
What are the part-time working rules in Germany?
As a student, you can work part time. The time permitted in accordance with the immigration is 120 full days or 240 half days in a year. Typical wage in Germany is around 10 Euros per hour.
What are the living costs per year in Germany?
The indicative cost of living is 11,904 Euros per year.
What are the post-study work visa rules in Germany?
Germany allows for the application of up to 18 months of a post-study work visa after completing a degree from Germany.
About International School of Management
Can you give more details on the International School of Management, Germany?
The International School of Management (ISM) features among Germany's leading private business schools. Founded in 1990, the ISM has seven campuses in Munich, Dortmund, Cologne, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Hamburg, and Berlin and is home to over 3850 students. A personal learning atmosphere and practical orientation are the key contributors to ISM's success factors in tandem with intensive training of soft skills and teaching professional skills. This includes exciting practical projects and internships and lecturers from the business world. These success factors are reflected in all ISM's programs – Bachelor's, Master’s, and MBA. The university is state-accredited unlimitedly, and all study programs are recognized by the quality of the Accreditation Council and the Foundation for International Business Administration (FIBAA). ISM has a professor-to-student ratio of 1:7, and by learning in small groups, students can get all their queries answered, focus on their personal development goals, and be prepared for a prolific international career.
Why should I study at the International School of Management, Germany?
High-quality education: Top-ranked teaching and unlimited state accreditation (FIBAA). More than 30 years of educational competence
Globally connected: Network of 190 partner universities for your semester abroad
Learn from the Industry Experts: German, international, and guest lecturers from the business world.
Diversity: Students of 84 nationalities; 30% international students
Personal Teaching Atmosphere: small study groups, focusing on interdisciplinary, practically oriented content and case studies
Seven campuses in major German cities
When will I go to the International School of Management, Germany?
The Intake for International School of Management, Germany is October.
Which topics are going to be covered as part of the program?
The program will be delivered on a robust technology platform to create a superior learning experience for participants who want to be on the cutting edge of the management. With this program, Golden Gate University, USA & ISM, Germany together seek to develop the next generation of leaders. The topics that are going to be covered are Fundamentals of Business, Management and Leadership, Marketing Management, Foundations of Business Analytics, Corporate Finance and much more.
Can international students work to pay for their educational expenses?
As a student, you have the opportunity to engage in part-time employment while pursuing your studies. The duration allowed under immigration regulations is 120 full days or 240 half days annually. In Germany, the average hourly wage is approximately 10 Euros.
Will I be supported for TOEFL/IELTS/PTE or other English language exams during this program?
Yes, upGrad will help you prepare for the English proficiency test to establish your current English proficiency to be eligible for the Master's program in Germany.
Time Commitment
What is the time commitment expected for the Program?
At least 12-15 hours per week of time commitment is expected to be able to graduate from the online program. The on-campus program in Germany is full time and will have an appropriate workload.
How will my doubts/questions be addressed in an online Program?
Peer-to-peer discussion forum where you can post your queries and your peers/faculty/teaching assistants answer your queries within a day. Regular Q&A sessions with faculty to get clarification on conceptual doubts.
Payment
No cost CC EMI FAQ's
0% EMI with Finance partners /Credit card option availability will vary program wise.
1. Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI? No cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, State Bank of India, CITIBANK and HSBC) 2. Is there any minimum transaction limit ? Yes. 50000 is the minimum.
3. Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ? No. ONLY 12 months is available irrespective of the Program enrolled.
4. Will I have to pay any extra amount for the EMI transaction? If you are availing 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.
5. Are there any fees or down payment? Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transaction. If charged, will be billed in the first repayment installment.
6.Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI? Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.
7. Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI ? Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.
8. Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards ? Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using Part payment option make sure to inform the learner, minimum transaction is INR 50000 to opt for 0% CC EMI E.g. Amount to be paid: 150000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example : HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 100000 ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50000
9. How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI? You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.
10. Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card? Initially your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit and from your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have made a payment of ₹100000 on 6-months EMI and your credit limit is ₹200,000 then initially your bank will block your credit limit by ₹100000. After payment of your first month EMI of Rs.15000, the blocked amount will come down to ₹85000.
11. Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI? Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided to you as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No cost EMI. The total amount paid during the entire EMI tenure to the bank will be equal to the amount to be paid to upGrad.
Eg. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 405000 Let's say Amount deducted at the time of transaction: INR 379850 (Principal amount) Bank charges interest of 12-15% per annum on INR 379850 [Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate] EMI AMOUNT = INR 33750 x 12 = INR 405000 Effectively, you have taken loan on 379,850 instead of 405,000
Refund Policy
Is there any deferral or refund policy for this program?
Refund Policy: 1. Learner can claim a refund for the amount paid towards the Program at any time, before the Cohort Commencement Date, by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting duly filled refund form via the "My Application" section under profile. Processing fee of INR 20,000 will be levied while processing the refund. If a Learner has paid less than INR 20,000 while registering for the program, the Learner shall not be eligible for any refund in such case. 2. Learner shall not be eligible for any refund under any circumstances if refund request is raised post Cohort Commencement Date and Learner will continue to pay the monthly EMI for loan (if applicable) and such loan cannot be canceled. This is also applicable for those Learners who could not complete their payment and could not be enrolled in the cohort opted for. However, the Learner can raise a request for Pre-Program deferral as per the policy defined below for the same. 3. In case of a refund as per point 1 of this policy, the Learner will be solely responsible for any cancellation of loan, including but not limited to applicable loan cancellation charges levied on the total canceled loan amount. These charges will be decided by the third-party financial institution that has granted given loan to the Learner and upGrad will have no role to play in deciding the quantum of these charges. 4. Learners must pay the full fee within 7 days of payment of Caution Money or Cohort Commencement Date, whichever is earlier, otherwise the admission letter will be rescinded. 5. Request for refund should be sent via email in the prescribed Refund Request Form, post completing the steps as per point 1 of this Refund Policy. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of commencement of the program after being duly approved by the upGrad Admissions Team.
Case
Fee Deducted/Charge
Before Program Commencement
- INR 20,000 (processing fee)
Post Program Commencement
- No Refund Possible
Deferral Policy: (Pre- Program Commencement)
- If a Learner, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the Cohort Commencement Date, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch. - However, the learner will be required to pay 50% of the Total Program Fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this condition is complied with, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort. - A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for. - The Learner has time till the current Cohort Commencement Date to make the payment of the 50% of the Total Program Fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the Learner asks for a refund after the Cohort Commencement Date, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply. - The fee applicable to the deferred Learner will be as per prevailing Total Program Fee for the batch Learner as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).
Deferral Policy: (Post Program Commencement)
- If a learner is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, Learner will have an option to defer to another batch. - A Learner can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the Cohort Commencement Date of the initial batch the Learner enrolled for. - The Learner will be required to pay a deferral fee of 10% of the Total Program Fee (inclusive of taxes) if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts. - The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid. - Till this condition is complied, the Learner will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort. - The Learner has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee, post which the deferral request will expire, and the learner will continue as part of the current cohort. - If the Learner completes the deferral payment, the Learner’s login will be disabled, The Learner will leave the deferred cohort and the Learner will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort . - The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the Learner has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has been completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad.
Case
Deferral fee
Before Program Commencement
50% program fee (including taxes) to be paid
50% program fee (including taxes) to be paid
10% of the program fee (including taxes) to be paid within 7 days as deferral fee
Post Program Commencement (8 days after program start date)
Will have to continue as a part of the current cohort
The above statistics depend on various factors and individual results may vary. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
The student assumes full responsibility for all expenses associated with visas, travel, and related costs. upGrad does not provide any assurance or make representations regarding visa approval or the procurement of the visa.
upGrad does not grant credit; credits are granted, accepted or transferred at the sole discretion of an educational institution. upGrad does not make any representations regarding the recognition or equivalence of the credits or credentials awarded, unless otherwise expressly stated. If you intend to pursue a post graduate or doctorate degree upon completion of this course or apply for employment which requires specific credits, we advise you to enquire further regarding the suitability of this degree for your academic and/or professional requirements before enrolling.
Please note that the financial support provided by a 3rd Party Loan Facilitators for the program is in the form of a Personal Loan, not an Educational Loan. This distinction means that the loan does not come with tax benefits or other amenities. We strongly advise all learners to carefully consider this information before proceeding with enrollment.