CBS International Business School

Cologne, Germany

CBS International Business School is a state‑recognised private university of applied sciences based primarily in Cologne, Germany, with additional campuses in cities such as Mainz, Potsdam, Aachen, Brühl, Neuss and Solingen. It was established in 1993 through the merging of the former Cologne Business School and European Management School.
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CBS International Business School operates a network of modern campuses across Germany with the main campus in Cologne (Rodenkirchen district) situated right on the banks of the Rhine, offering a blend of a peaceful, green setting and excellent transport links to the city center. The school also has additional campuses in cities including Berlin, Hamburg, Mainz, Rheine, Solingen, Neuss, and Rostock, each designed to provide a dynamic learning environment tailored to students’ needs. Across these campuses, CBS provides modern academic infrastructure that supports a practice‑oriented business education. This includes well‑equipped lecture halls and classrooms, interactive learning spaces, and technology‑enabled environments conducive to collaborative and experiential learning. Many locations are designed to integrate digital learning formats with in‑person interaction, reflecting CBS’s hybrid teaching model that combines personal exchange with modern digital advantages. 
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CBS International Business School operates a network of modern campuses across Germany with the main campus in Cologne (Rodenkirchen district) situated right on the banks of the Rhine, offering a blend of a peaceful, green setting and excellent transport links to the city center. The school also has additional campuses in cities including Berlin, Hamburg, Mainz, Rheine, Solingen, Neuss, and Rostock, each designed to provide a dynamic learning environment tailored to students’ needs.

Across these campuses, CBS provides modern academic infrastructure that supports a practice‑oriented business education. This includes well‑equipped lecture halls and classrooms, interactive learning spaces, and technology‑enabled environments conducive to collaborative and experiential learning. Many locations are designed to integrate digital learning formats with in‑person interaction, reflecting CBS’s hybrid teaching model that combines personal exchange with modern digital advantages. 

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Student Support

CBS’s International Office acts as a central hub for international students, offering personalised guidance on visa processes, residence permits, accommodation, and settling into life in Germany. It organises Welcome Weeks, Study Buddy programmes, and cultural activities (e.g., country nights, excursions, weekend trips) to help you build a network and feel at home. The team also assists with planning study abroad semesters and provides ongoing social and administrative support.  The CBS Career Service supports your career planning and employability with one‑on‑one career coaching, application and CV reviews, and workshops on topics like internships, job search strategies, and LinkedIn networking. There’s a job portal and regular career events, networking sessions, guest lectures, and recruiting days that connect students with employers from CBS’s corporate partner network.  CBS offers scholarship programmes for academically high‑performing or socially engaged students, including support for Prep4University students and reduced tuition options for selected master’s pathways helping to make studies more accessible. 

 

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Student Life

Student life at CBS International Business School in Germany combines academic engagement, international exposure, community activities, and practical professional development to create a dynamic and enriching student experience. Students come from around 75+ countries, fostering a truly multicultural environment where intercultural exchange is part of daily campus life both inside and outside the classroom.  The learning culture focuses on interactive, practice‑oriented education, including business projects with real companies, guest lectures, teamwork, and networking opportunities that build practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge. Campus life is supported by a vibrant student community, where you’ll find opportunities to network, collaborate, and socialise with peers from diverse backgrounds. The international office and study buddy programmes help new students settle in, while Welcome Nights, cultural evenings, city excursions, and other events help foster connections and ease the transition to life in Germany. 

 

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Housing facilities (Accommodation)

CBS International Business School offers support to international students in securing housing, particularly at its Cologne campus, where a limited number of reserved student accommodation spots are available for new international full-degree, exchange, and Prep4University students. The CBS student residence provides furnished single and double rooms with shared kitchens, common living spaces, and social areas, fostering a collaborative, international environment. Beyond the campus residence, CBS guides students toward nearby private student housing options, such as SMARTments Köln and We18 Apartments, which offer modern, fully furnished living spaces close to the city and campus. Because Cologne is a competitive housing market, many students also explore shared flats (Wohngemeinschaften), student dormitories (Studentenwohnheime), or private rentals, often requiring early planning. CBS’s International Office assists students throughout this process, helping them navigate applications, lottery allocations for reserved housing, and alternative accommodation options, ensuring that students can focus on their studies while enjoying a supportive and accessible living environment.

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Student Safety

CBS does not operate its own on‑campus security force or police station, but being located in major German cities like Cologne, students benefit from Germany’s generally safe urban environments and well‑regulated public safety systems. These cities have official police, emergency services, and public safety infrastructure that serve residents and students alike, and Germany consistently ranks as a relatively low‑crime country overall compared with many global cities. When you study at CBS, you enter a multicultural student community from more than 75 countries and the university’s International Office provides orientation and support to help international students settle into life in Germany and navigate safety considerations such as local transport, neighbourhoods, and cultural expectations. 

 

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Career Support

At CBS International Business School, campus recruitment and career support are integrated into the student experience through strong company connections, practical project work, and a dedicated Career Service that helps students transition into the job market. The school collaborates with a large network of corporate partners (around 1,300 companies) across industries including well‑known firms  giving students access to internship opportunities, employer projects, and networking events that can lead directly to job prospects as part of their studies. Many programmes include practical business projects and guest lectures from industry experts, helping you build relevant skills and professional contacts early on. The Career Service also provides talent coaching and personalised career development support to assist with applications, interviews, and recruiting events, improving students’ preparedness for roles in fields like consulting, finance, marketing, and management after graduation. 

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