GISMA

Schöneberg, Germany

Founded in 1999 by the German state of Lower Saxony together with corporate partners including Volkswagen and Continental, GISMA Business School began as a joint initiative under former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder.
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Tuition Fees, Cost of Living & Accommodation at GISMA

Cost Of Living

€ 10200

Undergraduate Fees International Students

€ 13323

Post Graduate Fees International Students

€ 14763

Bachelors

  • € 13000

Masters

  • € 15000
  • € 15000

GISMA Departments

  • Business Management & Marketing
  • Business Analytics & Digital Transformation
  • International Business & Project Management
  • Technology & Computer Science

Unique Selling Proposition (USP) of GISMA

International and Business-Focused: All programmes are taught in English to a global cohort (60+ nationalities), blending theory with applied business practice. 

Industry-Driven Curriculum: Originally partnered with Purdue’s Krannert School, GISMA continues to offer practice-based programmes shaped by global corporate insights. 

Accreditation and Quality Assurance: Combines AMBA-accredited programmes with FIBAA-recognised MSc offerings in areas like Digital Leadership and Agribusiness.

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Distinguished Alumni of GISMA

Infrastructure & Facilities at GISMA

Gisma’s flagship Potsdam campus, situated beside a scenic lake in Brandenburg, features modern, high-tech classrooms, hybrid learning facilities (blending in-person and online instruction), dedicated study zones, and professional-grade lecture halls—designed to foster innovation and a focused academic environment  . The Berlin campus, located in the city centre, extends this by providing co-working spaces, computer labs, modern lecture theatres, and project rooms geared toward collaborative learning and connectivity with Germany’s business ecosystem.

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GISMA Student Life

Campus life at Gisma is vibrant and international, characterised by café culture, student clubs, cultural activities, and organised excursions that foster connection and community building  . Students engage in both campus-based events and trips to explore German cities, festivals, and working environments, all while bonding over shared cultural experiences

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GISMA Career support

The Gisma Career Centre serves as the primary hub for employability services. It provides personalised career coaching, resume-building workshops, mock interviews, and industry networking events including the flagship Gisma Careers Day. Students gain access to Handshake for internships and job placements, and the Centre supports applications to top organisations like Tesla, Amazon, Bosch, L’Oréal, and eBay. Additionally, immersive programmes like Skills Sprint Week offer hands-on exposure to real-world business challenges in collaboration with corporate partners.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Admission Requirements at GISMA

Academic Qualification

You must hold a valid high school diploma or equivalent (e.g. A-levels, IB Diploma with minimum score 24) that allows university admission in your country. For non-EU applicants, conversion may involve APS evaluation. 

English Language Proficiency

Required standard is CEFR B2: e.g., IELTS 5.5 (usually minimum component score 5.5) or TOEFL iBT ~60, Pearson PTE, Duolingo equivalent.

Additional Requirements

Must supply a Curriculum Vitae, motivation letter or personal statement, passport copy, and proof of financial means. Entrance tests or APS validation may be required depending on application origin. Once accepted (especially non-EU applicants), a refundable €3,000 deposit is required to secure enrollment.  

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Recruitment By top Companies

Career Development Centre: Hosts events like the Career Day, connecting students with companies such as Google, Zalando, Wayfair, Texas Instruments, and JobTeaser. Services include coaching, workshops, mock interviews, and company site visits. 

Partner Job Fairs: GISMA regularly participates in joint career fairs, such as the GGG Summer Career Fair 2024 alongside UE and BSBI, featuring over 32 companies and 500+ attendees.

 

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    GISMA Corporate Partnership

    • Grenoble École de Management : Initially offered in the Berlin campus launch, GISMA partnered with Grenoble EM to offer joint MBA, MSc in Innovation, Strategy & Entrepreneurship, and other programmes.
    • Arden University (Coventry, UK) : Since 2017, GISMA has joined with Arden University to deliver MSc programmes, including Project Management, Data Analytics & Marketing, and IT Security Management.
    • GIZ : In late 2024, GIZ appointed GISMA as a premier business education partner to support German SMEs via networking, workshops with international CEOs, and executive training aligned with sustainable business practice.
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    Notable Achievements of GISMA

     

    University of Applied Sciences Status: Achieved official “Hochschule” accreditation in January 2021, enabling GISMA to confer its own academic degrees. 

    AMBA Accreditation: Its Global MBA programme is accredited by AMBA, placing it among the top 2 % of business schools globally. 

    Rankings Recognition: GISMA ranked 20th in The Economist’s 2017 MBA rankings and 18th by América Economía in 2019, underlining its international recognition in business education.

     

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    Achievements

    01.
    CIM Accreditation for Marketing Degrees

    GISMA became the only university in Germany to receive accreditation from the UK Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for its BSc and MSc Business Management (Marketing) programs. This distinction positions GISMA at the forefront of marketing education nationally and offers students globally recognized certification and industry networking benefits.

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    2025
    02.
    AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2025

    At the AMBA & BGA Excellence Awards 2025, GISMA received honors in three categories among over 200 nominees: • Best CSR & Sustainability Initiative for the Naga Nectar startup in Northeast India • Best Lifelong Learning Initiative for its Skills Sprint Week • Start-up of the Year nomination for VertZero, a climate-tech venture founded by a GISMA Global MBA student These accolades underline the university’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and entrepreneurial education.

    Year
    2025
    03.
    Degree-Awarding Power (University of Applied Sciences Status)

    In January 2021, GISMA was officially granted status as a University of Applied Sciences by the federal state of Brandenburg. For the first time, the institution could award its own Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, marking a major milestone in its academic independence and enabling fully accredited German qualifications.

    Year
    2021

    Notable Innovation, Research & Development GISMA

    Thought Leadership Initiatives: GISMA organizes events like the Think Series, Skills Sprint Week, and academic leadership workshops that drive industry-engaged innovation. 

    Hybrid Learning & Virtual Delivery: GISMA offers virtual and hybrid classrooms, combining real-time interactive sessions via platforms such as Blackboard Collaborate and Zoom, extending access globally. 

    Applied Programme Development: Through its partnerships and corporate connections, GISMA integrates emerging trends in digital transformation, data analytics, and strategic leadership into its curriculum—supported by accreditation from bodies like FIBAA.

     

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    Notable Innovation

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    GenAI Integration Rubric & AI Experimentation Template

    Developed by Prof. Dr Varun Gupta, Director of the Multidisciplinary Research Centre for Innovations in SMEs (MrciS), this framework supports ethical use of generative AI in academic assessments. The GenAI Integration Rubric guides responsible AI deployment, while the Experimentation Outcome Template enables structured monitoring, evaluation, and knowledge exchange. Published in a Scopus-indexed journal (Q2).

    Year
    2024

    Explore Programs & Courses at GISMA

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    BSc International Business Management 3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
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    BSc International Business Management 3 Years Online Bachelors Program
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    BSc Data Science and Digital Business 3 Years Online Bachelors Program
    €12000
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    BSc Data Science and Digital Business 3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
    €12000
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