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Pre-Bachelor International Business - Preparatory Program In English / Mathematics / Business Studies

Overview

The Pre-Bachelor study program is a compact preparatory semester from September to December. It consists of mathematics, English and introductory business courses. You will also learn methods and strategies for efficient learning as well as time management and self-management. Throughout the program, you will prepare for the Duolingo test, which you take at the end of the program. Students with no knowledge of German also take a beginner's course in German as a foreign language.

Course Contents

• Business Basics
• Business Communication
• Intensive Course Math
• University Success Strategies
• English for Academic Purposes
• Critical Thinking and Media Literacy
• Duolingo Preparation Course and Duolingo Test
• German For Beginners
• MBS Outreach Project or Business Simulation
• Internal MBS events such as guest lectures, career events etc.

Admission Requirements

The Pre-Bachelor study program requires a university entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur, Fachhochschulreife, Matura, IB Diploma, A-levels, etc.) as well as good English language skills. Proof of English language skills at least at B2 level is sufficient for the application.

Application Process

You apply for the Pre-Bachelor study program in combination with the Bachelor International Business program. The two-step admission process consists of a written application, which you submit either via our online form or by email, and an online interview via Microsoft Teams.

Tuition Fees

• Pre-Bachelor tuition fees: 5,970 Euro
• Bachelor IB tuition fees: 43,260 Euro
• Application processing fee: 60 Euro
• Enrolment fee (EU/EFTA): 690 Euro
• Enrolment fee (International Students): 1,490 Euro

Program Structure

The Pre-Bachelor program is a 4-month program that runs from September to December. It is designed to prepare students for the Bachelor International Business program, which starts in February.

Benefits

• Meet the grade: With the Pre-Bachelor program, you can secure a place in our Bachelor International Business program even with an average school-leaving grade.
• Learn German: Although Munich is an international city, basic German language skills will make life easier for you. The Pre-Bachelor program includes a German course for beginners.
• Try out studying: Not sure if going to university or business studies at MBS is right for you? The Pre-Bachelor program will teach you how to study, including an introduction to academic practices.
• Pass the Duolingo test: The Pre-Bachelor program prepares you perfectly for the Duolingo test, which you need for your bachelor's studies, with English language courses and English as the language of instruction. The test is included and takes place at the end of the program.
• Settle in: During the Pre-Bachelor study program, you will meet new friends who are in the same situation as you. Together, you will have enough time to find your feet in Germany and at MBS, get to know the culture and settle in.
• Experience internationality: On the Pre-Bachelor program, you will study alongside people from many different countries. You will familiarize with an international (learning) environment and acquire intercultural competencies.

Testimonials

• Gabriela Pardo: "The courses on the Pre-Bachelor program addressed how to work academically, which benefited me later on my bachelor's program."
• Maximilian Leierseder: "The entire content is applicable to the Bachelor's studies and is taught in a condensed form by extremely competent and dedicated lecturers."
• Ruseediah Abdullah: "This program was a great foundation for my start of studies. MBS is an international university with small study groups. Here, the students are the focus and that's what I really enjoy."
• Nico Rinner: "The Pre-Bachelor program was good preparation to bring my English up to an academic level."
• Minh Thi Le: "The Pre-Bachelor program really helped me get into the daily routine of studying."
• Elias Scholz: "The Pre-Bachelor program was definitely a good experience. I had just moved to Munich, so it helped me feel at home in the city and meet new people."