QS Rank:

285

University of Cologne

North Rhine-Westphilia

Germany

Program Rank

151

Overview

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The Executive MBA program at the University of Cologne Business School is designed for experienced professionals seeking to advance their leadership and management skills. This part-time program emphasizes personal leadership development, includes individual coaching sessions, features an international study trip, and culminates in an in-company Master's thesis.

Total Tuition Fees

Duration

24 Months

Ranking

#285

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the M.Sc. Accounting & Taxation program are well-prepared for future line and staff positions across a broad range of accounting and tax-related tasks. The degree also provides an excellent foundation for pursuing postgraduate programs (Ph.D.) in accounting research at national and international universities.

Prospective Job Roles

Financial Analyst

Auditor

Certified Public Accountant

Tax Advisor

Management Consultant (Finance/Tax)

Top recruiters

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include management, business administration, economics.

At least 2.7 / German grading system undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 48 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
90
IELTS
6.5
Cambridge
176
PTE
59
Duolingo
110

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 75

Transcript
Resume
English Proficiency Test

Degree Certificate
Master SOP
WES/ECE evaluation
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

Application Deadlines

	Rolling Admissions
Fall	Jun 15, 2027

Fees and Funding

As a public university in Germany, the University of Cologne does not charge tuition fees for this Master's program. A mandatory semester contribution of approximately €320 per semester is required, which includes a public transport ticket for regional transport throughout Germany. Cost of living estimated for Cologne.

Tuition Fees

$0 / year