Key Facts and Requirements

Programme

Business Analytics & AI

Degree

Master of Science from the University of Cologne

Accreditation & Recognition

The programme is currently undergoing the official accreditation process.

Your Master in Business Analytics and AI:

• is fully recognized by the German government
• is fully recognised by renowned companies and industry leaders
• is awarded by the University of Cologne
• belongs to the Master’s programme portfolio of the EQUIS accreditated Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences, University of Cologne
• qualifies you for an eligibility to a PhD programme (requirements can vary by country, institution, and specific field of study)

Duration

18 months

Timing & Location

Lectures generally take place during the weekends plus block weeks

Language

English

Learning Elements

• Courses, case studies and team assignments
• Peer learning through extensive classroom interaction
• In-company Master`s thesis
• Networking

Class Profile

• Diverse academic backgrounds in management, economics, social sciences, engineering and more
• Wide range of industries, including consulting, consumer goods, energy sector, logistics, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and more

Requirements

• 1 year of work experience (after the first academic degree)
• Academic degree (min. Bachelor)
• English language proficiency: Level B2 (CEFR/GER)

Start

5 October 2026

Application Deadline

6 September 2026

Tuition Fees

24,900 €* (VAT exempt) Tuition fees as well as related travel expenses are tax-deductible and may result in financial benefits of up to 50%, depending on your individual tax situation.

*In addition to the tuition fees, a semester contribution is payable to the University of Cologne each semester. This includes the Germany-wide public transport ticket (“Deutschlandticket”) as well as access to various student services.