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Application procedures for the TUM-BWL Master program
On this page you can read all the important information in respect of your application for the TUM-BWL Master program.
In addition, we offer you regular information events in connection with the study program. Under this link you will find all information on dates, places and contents.
Aptitude Test
In order to select the most motivated, excellent and committed applicants from the great number of applications for the study program, the Technische Universitaet Muenchen has a two-stage eligibility procedure for the allocation of study places.
Aptitude test for the Master program TUM-BWL for applicants in the WS 2011/2012
Please note that under the terms of the aptitude test, interviews are conducted as a rule in July, for applicants who were not admitted or rejected in the first stage on the basis of written application documents. Please also note that the date of interview cannot be postponed and that in the event of non-attendance at interview, admission is no longer possible.
Applicants who cannot provide evidence of eligibility for the TUM-BWL Master program may repeat the aptitude test once.
Acceptance to the TUM-BWL Master program is applicable for all subsequent applications in this study program.
Assessment of the written application documents (1st stage)
The Eligibility Commission makes its assessment on the basis of submitted written application, as to whether an applicant is eligible for the study program. The written documents are first examined and assessed by two Commission Members respectively. The Commission examines the basic qualification of the submitted application documents as to whether the applicant is eligible for the study program on the grounds of proven qualifications together with the pertaining talents and skills.
On the basis of the written applications and their assessment, the applicants are assigned to one of the three following groups:
- Eligible applicants – these shall receive confirmation that they have passed the aptitude test and the necessary documents for matriculation in the Master program of the TUM.
- Unsuitable applicants will be sent a rejection.
- Applicants whose eligibility, after reviewing the application documents, is still in doubt shall be called to an interview for verbal assessment of eligibility.
The eligibility interview (2nd stage) (end of July/beginning of August)
The eligibility interview is only for applicants who were not already admitted or rejected in the first stage. The interview lasts 20-30 minutes and is carried out by at least two members of the Commission. Specialist knowledge that is to be instructed in the TUM-BWL Master program is not required in advance and is not decisive.
On the basis of the assessment at the selection interview and based on specialist knowledge and success of the primary study program applicants are assigned to one of the following groups:
- Suitable Applicants who then receive confirmation that they have passed the aptitude test and have submitted documentation necessary for immatriculation to the Master program at the TUM.
- Unsuitable Applicants will be sent a rejection letter.
The respective charter
All legally-recognized regulations for eligibility procedures are based on this clause of the university statutes.
Online applications
Application for the Master program Technology and Management is by means of online-application as set forth in the regulations of the Technische Universitaet Muenchen. When you have set up an applicant account, you can then log in. You must answer questions in respect of personal details and your previous qualifications. Once the study program for which you wish to apply is entered, you can then submit your curriculum vitae, letter of motivation and essay as a data upload. When you have completed the questions, your data will then be stored (this also means that all data are lost if you do not complete the entry process in full). You may also upload the documents at a later date. Your application and the respective data can be amended prior to sending in your application. Your final application has to be printed out and signed. On this print-out you will also find a list of all the documents to be submitted. The complete documentation shall be submitted by May 31st to the Technische Universitaet Muenchen. (Final deadline! The date of the postmark is not applicable!).
All important information on the general processing of your application by the TUM can be found online, or downloaded here.
Application deadline May 31st
For the TUM-BWL Master program, applications are accepted twice a year, for the respective following winter or summer semester. The period for applications is from May 15th to May 31st of the year in respect of the following winter semester and from December 1st to December 31st of the year in respect of the following summer semester (Final deadline! The date of the postmark is not applicable!).
Qualification requirements
Degree
- Bachelor degree in Technology and Management
- At least six semesters study with Bachelor degree or equivalent degree for a comparable study program (e.g. Industrial Engineering; please note the special requirements) from a domestic or foreign University
When you apply we shall examine whether you have achieved comparable performance as required by our TUM-BWL Bachelor program. Should it be determined that in your first study program there are foundation courses required by TUM-BWL Bachelor program which you did not have in your previous qualification, then in order to achieve the study program aim it may be necessary to pass additional modules for up to 30 credits.
Adequate knowledge of the English language
- Mother tongue or language of tuition English
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- Cambridge Main Suite of English Examinations
- Inland Further Education College admission entitlement with at least 10 from possible 15 points
- English language examination modules with scope of at least 12 credits in the foundation study program
An appropriate certification of the required level of English knowledge should be submitted to the Matriculation Board of the Technische Universitaet Muenchen at the latest five weeks prior to commencement of lectures.
Adequate knowledge of the German language
- A final certificate from a German language educational institute in Germany or in another country
- The German Language Diploma as specified by the Culture Minister Conference - Second level
- Examination Certificate for the eligibility of foreign applicants for admission to a study program at a university in the Federal Republic of Germany (assessment test)
- Certificate of German Language Proficiency for university admission of foreign applicants (DSH 2 or 3)
- The major and minor German Language Diploma and certificate from the Central Upper School Level Examination Board (ZOP) of the Goethe Institute
- The "German Language Examination II" of the Institute for Language and Interpreting Munich
- „Test: German as a foreign language for foreign national applicants“ (TestDaF) with results at least grade 4 in all four part examinations
An appropriate certification of the required level of German knowledge should be submitted to the Matriculation Board of the Technische Universitaet Muenchen before the closure for applications (May 31st).
Matriculation is not possible without one of these language certificates. Please note that not only the success of your study program is dependent on your language abilities but also your feeling of wellbeing during your stay in Munich.
Accreditation of other examination qualifications
After successful matriculation you can submit other examination certificates already achieved at another university such that these may be accredited with equal value.
Please download your application here
Information for foreign students
Foreign students must provide evidence of sufficient knowledge of German.
The following certificates are recognized in respect of the TUM-BWL Master program:
- A final certificate from a German language educational institute in Germany or in another country
- The German Language Diploma as specified by the Culture Minister Conference - Second level
- Examination Certificate for the eligibility of foreign applicants for admission to a study program at a university in the Federal Republic of Germany (assessment test)
- Certificate of German Language Proficiency for university admission of foreign applicants (DSH 2 or 3)
- The major and minor German Language Diploma and certificate from the Central Upper School Level Examination Board (ZOP) of the Goethe Institute
- The "German Language Examination II" of the Institute for Language and Interpreting Munich
- „Test: German as a foreign language for foreign national applicants“ (TestDaF) with results at least grade 4 in all four part examinations
An appropriate certification of the required level of German knowledge should be submitted to the Matriculation Board of the Technische Universitaet Muenchen before the closure for applications (May 31st).
Matriculation is not possible without one of these language certificates. Please note that not only the success of your study program is dependent on your language abilities but also your feeling of wellbeing during your stay in Munich.
Further information for foreign students
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