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Key Facts and Requirements

Early Bird Discount

Submit your application until 28 February 2026 and save 2,500 €!

Programme

Business Analytics & AI

Degree

Master of Science from the University of Cologne

Accreditation & Recognition

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 Euro* (Early BIrd: 22,400 Euro until 28 February 2026)
The tuition fee is tax deductible in Germany, please consult your tax advisor for further advice.

In addition to the tuition fees, a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) to the University of Cologne is due each term. It includes the Deutschlandticket and access to student services.