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Master of Business Administration - 90 ECTS

Study your MBA at S-NEXT and build leadership expertise with specialization focus

Master of Arts Programs at S-NEXT 

MBA

MBA

One MBA. Multiple Specializations. Built for Your Career. 
Deepen your expertise, strengthen your leadership skills, and advance your career through a practice-oriented MBA that aligns your specialization with your professional goals and today’s market needs. 

Master of Business Administration

Master of Business Administration

Who is the MBA for

What defines a Master of Arts at S-Next?

What defines a Master of Arts at S-Next?

This MBA is designed for professionals who want more than general management knowledge and are ready to deepen their expertise in a specific domain.

Professionals with initial work experience seeking career advancement 

Professionals with initial work experience seeking career advancement 

Candidates aiming for leadership roles with a clear specialization 

Candidates aiming for leadership roles with a clear specialization 

Entrepreneurs and consultants who want strategic depth in a focused area 

Entrepreneurs and consultants who want strategic depth in a focused area 

International students looking for a practice-oriented MBA in Germany 

This program is ideal for candidates who already have a clear interest in a specific field and want to align their MBA with long-term career goals 

This program is ideal for candidates who already have a clear interest in a specific field and want to align their MBA with long-term career goals 

Masters of Arts

Masters of Arts

What’s the difference between the general MBA and the MBA with Specialization?

What’s the difference between the general MBA and the MBA with Specialization?

Masters of Business Administration

Masters of Business Administration

Foundation Modules

Foundation Modules

Strategy

Strategy

Markets and Marketing

Markets and Marketing

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Organizational Design and IT Systems

Organizational Design and IT Systems

Operations Management

Operations Management

Sustainable Leadership and Management

Sustainable Leadership and Management

Financial Management

Financial Management

HR-Management

HR-Management

Masters of Business Administration

Masters of Business Administration

Career Outcomes

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the MBA with Specialization are well prepared for strategic and leadership roles in their chosen field, depending on prior experience and specialization focus. 

Requirements

Requirements

Requirements

Educational Background

Educational Background

a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree or a 2-year bachelor’s degree or a successfully completed high school education (for this pathway, an additional S-Next university entrance test is required)

a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree or a 2-year bachelor’s degree or a successfully completed high school education (for this pathway, an additional S-Next university entrance test is required)

Language requirements

Language requirements

English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency

English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or LANGUAGECET: 65 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency

DOCUMENTS

DOCUMENTS

An updated CV, An official copy of your university certificate, An academic transcript, Work experience certificates

An updated CV, An official copy of your university certificate, An academic transcript, Work experience certificates

WORK EXPERIENCE

WORK EXPERIENCE

For a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree: 2 years of work experience, For a 2-year bachelor’s degree: 7 years of work experience, For high school education (plus entrance test pathway): 10 years of work experience

For a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree: 2 years of work experience, For a 2-year bachelor’s degree: 7 years of work experience, For high school education (plus entrance test pathway): 10 years of work experience

Specialized or Additional Requirements

Specialized or Additional Requirements

Completion of the S-Next university entrance test (required for candidates with only high school education)

Completion of the S-Next university entrance test (required for candidates with only high school education)

About our Accreditation

About our Accreditation

When you graduate, you'll hold a state-recognized degree from Steinbeis University, a fully accredited German university of applied sciences. This program has undergone rigorous evaluation by the German Accreditation Council (GAC) and FIBAA, guaranteeing it meets both academic excellence and industry standards. Thanks to alignment with the European Higher Education Area (Bologna system), your qualification opens doors internationally—whether you're pursuing careers in Germany, across Europe, or globally. Your degree carries the same official recognition and credibility as any traditional German university qualification.

When you graduate, you'll hold a state-recognized degree from Steinbeis University, a fully accredited German university of applied sciences. This program has undergone rigorous evaluation by the German Accreditation Council (GAC) and FIBAA, guaranteeing it meets both academic excellence and industry standards. Thanks to alignment with the European Higher Education Area (Bologna system), your qualification opens doors internationally—whether you're pursuing careers in Germany, across Europe, or globally. Your degree carries the same official recognition and credibility as any traditional German university qualification.

"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."

"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."

JOSEPHINE AMOAKO

JOSEPHINE AMOAKO

STILL UNSURE WHERE TO BEGIN?

Connect with our study advisors to explore your options and find the right fit

We know choosing a program is a big decision — that’s why our expert advisors are here to guide you from the very first step.

Get personalized recommendations

Discuss your goals & interests

Understand study formats that work for you

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We’ll introduce you to your advisor

No pressure. No commitments. Just guidance tailored to you.

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STILL UNSURE WHERE TO BEGIN?

Connect with our study advisors to explore your options and find the right fit

We know choosing a program is a big decision — that’s why our expert advisors are here to guide you from the very first step.

Get personalized recommendations

Discuss your goals & interests

Understand study formats that work for you

TALK TO US

We’ll introduce you to your advisor

No pressure. No commitments. Just guidance tailored to you.

Contact us

STILL UNSURE WHERE TO BEGIN?

Connect with our study advisors to explore your options and find the right fit

We know choosing a program is a big decision — that’s why our expert advisors are here to guide you from the very first step.

Get personalized recommendations

Discuss your goals & interests

Understand study formats that work for you

TALK TO US

We’ll introduce you to your advisor

No pressure. No commitments. Just guidance tailored to you.

Contact us

STILL UNSURE WHERE TO BEGIN?

Connect with our study advisors to explore your options and find the right fit

We know choosing a program is a big decision — that’s why our expert advisors are here to guide you from the very first step.

Get personalized recommendations

Discuss your goals & interests

Understand study formats that work for you

TALK TO US

We’ll introduce you to your advisor

No pressure. No commitments. Just guidance tailored to you.

Contact us

TALK TO US

We’ll introduce you to your advisor

No pressure. No commitments. Just guidance tailored to you.

Contact us

FAQs

Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA 90 Programs

Is this MBA degree recognized in Germany?

Yes. The MBA program is a recognized higher education degree in Germany and internationally, subject to specific program requirements.

What are the admission requirements?

In which language is the program taught?

Is the program full or part-time?

How is the MBA 90 ECTS program delivered?

Does this program support international students applying for a German student visa?

Can international students work while studying in Germany?

What is the difference between the MBA 60 ECTS and the MBA 90 ECTS?

The MBA 90 ECTS offers an extended curriculum with in-depth specialization modules,

Is there a Master’s thesis?

Does the program qualify to continue in a PhD program?

FAQs

Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA 90 Programs

Is this MBA degree recognized in Germany?

Yes. The MBA program is a recognized higher education degree in Germany and internationally, subject to specific program requirements.

What are the admission requirements?

In which language is the program taught?

Is the program full or part-time?

How is the MBA 90 ECTS program delivered?

Does this program support international students applying for a German student visa?

Can international students work while studying in Germany?

What is the difference between the MBA 60 ECTS and the MBA 90 ECTS?

The MBA 90 ECTS offers an extended curriculum with in-depth specialization modules,

Is there a Master’s thesis?

Does the program qualify to continue in a PhD program?

FAQs

Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA 90 Programs

Is this MBA degree recognized in Germany?

Yes. The MBA program is a recognized higher education degree in Germany and internationally, subject to specific program requirements.

What are the admission requirements?

In which language is the program taught?

How is the MBA 90 ECTS program delivered?

Does this program support international students applying for a German student visa?

Can international students work while studying in Germany?

What is the difference between the MBA 60 ECTS and the MBA 90 ECTS?

The MBA 90 ECTS offers an extended curriculum with in-depth specialization modules,

Is there a Master’s thesis?

Does the program qualify to continue in a PhD program?

FAQs

Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA 90 Programs

Is this MBA degree recognized in Germany?

Yes. The MBA program is a recognized higher education degree in Germany and internationally, subject to specific program requirements.

What are the admission requirements?

In which language is the program taught?

Is the program full or part-time?

How is the MBA 90 ECTS program delivered?

Does this program support international students applying for a German student visa?

Can international students work while studying in Germany?

What is the difference between the MBA 60 ECTS and the MBA 90 ECTS?

The MBA 90 ECTS offers an extended curriculum with in-depth specialization modules,

Is there a Master’s thesis?

Does the program qualify to continue in a PhD program?

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+49 (0)32 221 095 074

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Steinbeis University empowers students worldwide with future-ready education, industry-focused programs, and international perspectives.Based in Berlin. Built for the world.

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Quick Contact

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+49 (0)32 221 095 074

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