Flexible Online Learning
Upgrade Your Career with a IU's One-Year MBA

Start a career in Business Administration

Flexibly elevate your skills with innovative online studies.

Propel your career with an internationally recognised, accredited MBA degree.

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Study your way

Study from anywhere, at any time 

Take your career to the next level

Open up new promotions and management roles 

Develop global management skills

Study with professionals from all over the world 

Take your career to the next level with an one-year MBA

Lead international companies to success: master the art of business administration

Add management and leadership skills to your existing professional experience, and position yourself as an ideal candidate for top-level jobs

As an MBA student, you’ll focus on these hard-skills

  • Performance management 
  • Corporate finance 
  • International marketing 
  • Managerial economics 
  • Strategic management 
  • Business ethics 
  • Operations and information management 
 

You’ll also develop vital managerial soft-skills

  • Multi-cultural communication 
  • Leading diverse teams 
  • Project management 
  • Group work 
  • Decision making 

You can choose between graduating with a general MBA, or a specialised MBA, where you can focus on one of 12 different business sectors – such as artificial intelligence, finance & accounting, or IT management

Want to know more?

Then request our free information material and discover everything about:

  • Detailed study content & module overview
  • Our options for specialisation
  • Application & financing options
  • Career opportunities

Upskill your career with an IU degree

And get a discount of up to 1444 € if you apply by December 5th!* 

Get job-ready with an IU degree. Upskill with our internationally recognised, career-oriented programmes that help make your CV shine. Study flexibly and advance your career on your terms!

*You can start anytime.

Work smart towards your dream job!

Apply by December 5th to save up to 1444 € on your on-campus tuition.  


Full support - anywhere, at any time

  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Monthly live and recorded tutorials
  • Use of the online campus
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn English for free
  • 4-week money back guarantee
  • Teaching and study material
  • Marking of your end-of-module exams
  • Individual study coaching
  • Online exams
  • Career coaching
  • Learn English for free
  • On-campus tutorials, 2-3x week
  • Access to all on-campus services

A cutting-edge online learning experience

At IU, we're reimagining our approach to higher education. Experience our fully immersive online learning environment on your laptop, smartphone or tablet, at the click of a button.

  • AI-powered learning: Engage with Syntea, your personal AI learning assistant, for personalised interactive learning sessions, real-time feedback, and pre-assessment quizzes.
  • Flexible study tools: Stay on track with the IU Learn App and myCampus platform, where you can access course content 24/7 and monitor your progress, all on-the-go.
  • Online exams: Book and take exams at a convenient time, whenever you're ready.
  • Dedicated support: Get guidance from our study advisors, expert faculty, and network of alumni.

It's not just about studying - it's about succeeding on your own terms. Experience the future of education at IU today!

Make the right choice for your career. Choose IU.

100% flexible, 100% online

24/7/365 access to all course materials, videos and tutorials. 

Study part-time or full-time, and start whenever you want. 

Take your exams online whenever it suits you. 

Complete your degree without ever having to leave the house. 

Accredited + internationally recognised

The MBA degree is accredited and certified with a seal of approval from the German Accreditation Council. 

All of our study programmes, materials, and services are recognised internationally, and are regularly reviewed and updated by international accreditation institutions

The contents of programmes meet high internal and external quality standards

Constant assistance and support

Recurring Q&A sessions with your tutors. 

1-on-1 consultations with study coaches for motivation throughout your studies. 

Job-hunting support from our career office experts. 

Connect with an international professional network of over 100,000 IU members. 

Proven track record of career success

The programme is supervised by Prof. Dr. Georg Brekel: 20+ years of experience in the private business sector as a manager and consultant. 

Graduate with job-ready knowledge and skills. 

According to our recent alumni survey, 1 in every 2 IU graduates saw increased salaries within 12 months of graduation. 

Accredited and certified university

Our aim is to prepare you for the international job market. That is why every study programme we offer is state-approved, bears the seal of the German Accreditation Council and is globally recognised. When you study with IU, you will be assured of top-quality education.


Join thousands of international IU graduates:

And turn your skills into a successful international career

With the skills you’ll develop during your Master of Business Administration studies, you’ll be ready to take on advanced responsibilities and management-level roles in any business-related role. 

IU graduates work in leading companies around the world, from Microsoft and Meta to BMW and Accenture

That can be you too – start your degree and build the career you’ve always wanted

What our students say

  • “In my search to find the right university, IU Berlin met all the criteria that were important to me. I also liked the fact that Berlin is a very international city and is currently evolving into being the hub of Europe's start-up scene.”

    Sandip Vinodray Modha

    Graduate, India

  • “I chose IU because it's an internationally recognised program and I didn't have to quit my job. The IU bursary made the fees even lower than local schools. I have a balance between studies, work and private life.”

    Harry Guusu

    MBA - Master in Business Administration

  • “In both my passion and my career, the skills and competencies I learned at IU have made a big difference.”

    Zena Massad

    MBA - Master of Business Administration