How to apply

• Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Business Studies from an accredited university
• Internship (at least 6 months), referring to financial topics; if not shown, an internship can be done during the third semester; in this case, the programme will be extended from three to four semesters
• At least 210 European credit points (ECTS). Applicants with 180 European credit points (ECTS) will be required to obtain the additional 30 ECTS, for example by completing a placement in the third semester (the programme will then last four semesters)
• Evidence specifically of having completed undergraduate modules in basic lectures in Capital Market Finance, Corporate Finance, Statistics
• Excellent English skills proved by TOEFL – at least iBT 83, or IELTS – at least 6.0. You do not need to provide further English certificates if you hold a GMAT.
• Letter of motivation in English
• Curriculum vitae in English

In addition, if applicable:

• Proof of work experience in the field of studies if you have worked for at least one year (showing the content and period of employment)
• A GMAT/ GMAT Focus with a score above 600 points; with a GMAT/GMAT Focus no extra English proof has to be submitted

You need to present a standardised test to prove that your English is on a high B2 level of the CEFR (Common European Framework of References) or above. The required minimum scores the accepted English certificates are listed below. We accept certificates of up to five years old.

If you have studied in the higher education system a minimum of two semesters entirely in English, this can be accepted as equivalent (please provide proof with your application). You do not need to provide further English certificates if you hold a GMAT.

For the Master programme International Finance only TOEFL, IELTS or GMAT will be accepted.

• TOEFL IBT – 83 points
• IELTS – 6.0 points

Please note: We cannot accept A-level /school leaving certificates or DAAD language certificates as English proficiency tests.

You should have the following documents ready to upload when you start your application:

1. University degree  (in case you haven't received your bachelor certificate until the application deadline has passed, please enclose a transcript of records and a letter from your university stating when you will receive the final certificate and stating your overall average grade from your studies so far). All examinations for your Bachelor’s degree programme must have been taken by 30 September.
2. Transcript of Record (please mark required relevant modules with grades and credit points)
3. Proof of work experience in the field of studies only if you have worked for at least one year in the field of studies (showing the content and period of employment)
4. Proof of English proficiency (high B2 level). If you can prove that you have already studied at least one year in English you will not need to submit an English test. The same applies if English is your native language (proof required) or if you have submitted a GMAT.
5. A GMAT/ GMAT Focus with a score above 600 points – only if applicable; with a GMAT/GMAT Focus no extra English proof has to be submitted
6. Motivation letter (in English, not more than one page)
7. Curriculum Vitae (in English)

Please do not send any original documents!

The email address that you enter will be used throughout the admission process. If your contact details change, please let us know. Otherwise you may miss invariable deadlines.

You should have the following documents ready to upload when you start your application:

1. University degree  (in case you haven't received your bachelor certificate until the application deadline has passed, please enclose a transcript of records and a letter from your university stating when you will receive the final certificate and stating your overall average grade from your studies so far). All examinations for your Bachelor’s degree programme must have been taken by 30 September.
2. Transcript of Record (please mark required relevant modules with grades and credit points)
3. Proof of work experience in the field of studies only if you have worked for at least one year in the field of studies (showing the content and period of employment)
4. Proof of English proficiency (high B2 level). If you can prove that you have already studied at least one year in English you will not need to submit an English test. The same applies if English is your native language (proof required) or if you have submitted a GMAT.
5. A GMAT/ GMAT Focus with a score above 600 points – only if applicable; with a GMAT/GMAT Focus no extra English proof has to be submitted
6. Motivation letter (in English, not more than one page)
7. Curriculum Vitae (in English)

The email address that you enter will be used throughout the admission process. If your contact details change, please let us know. Otherwise you may miss invariable deadlines.

A photocopy of your passport and also a certificate of birth is not required for the application.

Please note:

• Do not send any original documents!
• Certificates not issued in German or English must be translated into German or English.
• The (e-mail) address you have provided us with is the address we use in order to contact you. Please make sure you notify us of a change of address as soon as possible. A missed deadline that might emanate from a failure to do so is your responsibility.
• HWR Berlin only processes applications that have been completed accurately. The application can only be considered if Uni Assist receives all documents before the closing date and copies of all those certificates that are required are attached. We recommend to apply early, at least six weeks before the deadline expires. Applications that are sent by e-mail or fax will not be processed.
• Chinese, Indian, Vietnamese and Mongolian Applicants need to submit an APS certificate (available at the Akademische Prüfstelle (APS) in the German Embassy in Beijing, New Delhi, Hanoi, Ulan Bator)