Germany

IU International University of Applied Sciences

IU International University of Applied Sciences publishes a distance-learning Master of Business Administration of 60 or 90 ECTS, in English or German, with no mandatory attendance. Duration runs from 12 to 36 months depending on the study model. The programme page says fees start at €382 a month and that a discount may apply, so that figure is not the full price. Entry rules on IU's site ask for a recognised degree and at least one year of work after that degree. The page says the degree is state-approved and cites the Equal MBA Guidelines.

Business school: Not recorded as a separate faculty name
Location: Erfurt, Germany
Public contact: Not published
Reviewed: 2026-10-27

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Recognition on record

Degree-awarding authority: German state recognition — stated_on_cited_page. The MBA page says the degree is state-approved. The named authority and the decision date were not quoted. Checked 2026-10-27.
Program accreditation: Equal MBA Guidelines — stated_on_cited_page. The page says the MBA is certified by the Equal MBA Guidelines. This is recorded as the school's statement, not as AACSB, AMBA, or EQUIS. Checked 2026-10-27.

Published MBA programs

IU International University of Applied Sciences
Master of Business Administration
Directory profile · Official program page · School
Country
Germany
Place
Erfurt
Delivery
Online, attendance not confirmed
In person
Not required
Pace
Flexible pace
Duration
12, 18, 24, or 36 months depending on the model. 60 or 90 ECTS.
Language
English, German
Tuition
€382 published fee
Admissions test
GMAT or GRE rule not published
Prior degree: A completed degree from a public or officially recognised university. IU states that a 60-ECTS MBA expects 240 ECTS of prior study and a 90-ECTS MBA expects 210 ECTS, with up to…
Experience: At least one year of professional work experience after the prior degree, before starting the MBA.
Reviewed 2026-10-27.
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