International Graduate Center – Hochschule Bremen

  • Bremen
  • Germany
English
Semester

At a glance

2004

Est.

Students

70%

Acceptance rate

Semester tuition

Available subjects

English-taught
  • 📊 Accounting & Finance
  • 📈 Business & Management Studies
  • 💹 Economics & Econometrics
  • 🛠️ Engineering Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing

About

The International Graduate Center (IGC) was founded in 2004 by HSB Hochschule Bremen – City University of Applied Sciences as an interdisciplinary graduate school for management and leadership. IGC offers young professionals with a first university degree and at least one year of professional experience from all over the world academic continuing education in the Master’s and MBA fields. The one- to two-year full-time programs taught in English with different focuses are highly international and practice-oriented. They are designed specifically for young professionals who wish to develop their careers and aspire to management positions.

Programs offered at IGC:

  • MBA in Global Management
  • MBA in International Tourism Management
  • MBA in European/Asian Management
  • Master Management – Digitalization & Transformation
  • Master Aeronautical Management
  • International MBA (Dual Degree):
    • International Finance & Investments (University of North Carolina Wilmington, US)
    • International Logistics & Supply Chain Management (International Graduate Center, DE)
    • International Marketing (University of Valencia, ES)
    • Sustainable Risk Management (ESSCA School of Management, FR)

Academic calendar

Fall semester

October 1

March 31

⚠️ Application deadline:

March 31

Spring semester

April 1

September 30

⚠️ Application deadline:

December 31

Prerequisites

English 🇬🇧

CEFR level
B2
Accepted certificates
TOEFL iBT, IELTS, TOEIC (Standard Test), Cambridge Certificate, Duolingo, GMAT, IELTS, LCCI, PTE Academics, TELC
Additional notes

Language requirements vary by program. Please check the requirements for your program of interest.

Expense breakdown

Housing

650 EUR/mo

Food

300 EUR/mo

Transport

60 EUR/mo

Leisure

160 EUR/mo

Semester tuition

4,250 EUR

Living expenses (5 months)

5,850 EUR

Travel & trips

1,500 EUR

Estimated semester cost

11,600 EUR

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Lifestyle

Life in

Bremen

Accommodation

The International Student Assistance Team (ISA) supports students in finding accommodations and provides contact information.

Social and extracurricular activities

Living and studying in another country is both exciting and challenging. But you do not have to worry! The International Student Assistance Team (ISA) will take care of you from the very beginning. ISA regularly organizes events for IGC students. Join in and get to know the students from other programs as well. The events include get-togethers, sightseeing tours, a Christmas party, an annual BBQ, and excursions to several cities. Studying abroad is also about experiencing the culture and having fun!

Visa and immigration

Please apply for a student visa as early as possible, as the process may take several weeks. First, check the website of the German embassy in your home country for information about required documents and the application process.

Climate

Fall semester

October 1

March 31
🌡️ 0°C to 15°C

Grey skies and regular rain dominate. Winters are cold but not extreme, though freezing nights and occasional snow occur. Daylight hours can feel short and cozy.

Spring semester

April 1

September 30
🌡️ 7°C to 24°C

A slow but steady warm-up leads to a mild summer. Expect long days, gentle breezes, and temperatures rarely too hot. Rain showers persist but are lighter than winter.

Campus location

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