FAQ – MBA Programs

Constructor University offers two MBA formats:

2-Year MBA (120 ECTS): Designed for early-career professionals seeking a comprehensive business education with strong academic and practical foundations.
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1-Year MBA (60 ECTS): An accelerated, intensive MBA for professionals who already have a strong academic or professional background and want to advance their careers quickly.
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No. Constructor University is an English-speaking campus, and the MBA curriculum is delivered entirely in English.

While German is not required for admission, basic German skills can be beneficial for everyday life and for post-graduation employment in Germany. There are opportunities to learn German during your MBA studies in Bremen.

One-Year MBA: 2 semesters (12 months), 60 ECTS

Two-Year MBA: 4 semesters (24 months), 120 ECTS

Both MBA programs emphasize strategic management, analytical thinking, and leadership. Both include optional specializations in Supply Chain or Data Analytics which you can declare after admission. Also, in the 2-year MBA, there is an Accelerator course series that gives experience in start-ups and intrapreneurship.

2-Year MBA: Combines foundation courseswork, projects, case studies, and applied learning. This includes two Accelerator modules that give students direct experience with the process of a start-up, from ideation to business plans which are 'pitch'-ready.  Students have the option to pursue a summer internship, and all students complete a full masters thesis (30 ECTS credits.

1-Year MBA:  An intensive curriculum focused on advanced coursework, applied projects, and case-based learning within two semesters.  Students choose an applied thesis project (15 ECTS) in a topic area of their interest.

Both programs emphasize practical application and real-world business challenges. For full MBA curriculum details, download the MBA Handbook:

Admission requirements include:

• A recognized bachelor’s degree of 240 ECTS. For the 1-year MBA, the subject of the bachelor must be in a related business discipline, but 2-year MBA applicants can be considered from a wide range of disciplines.
• Academic transcripts (in English, with the explicit grading scale used at the university).
• Motivation letter (personal statement)
• Updated CV / résumé
• Proof of English proficiency through a recognized test (such as TOEFL or IELTS),  or may qualify if their prior degree was conducted in English.
• Letter(s) of attestation from employer(s) to verify work experience, to verify the dates of employment, title/role and responsibilities in the position.

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2-Year MBA: The program is suitable for early-career professionals from multiple disciplines (economics, engineering, science, communications, etc.), but a minimum of 1 year of "post-bachelor" work experience is required.

1-Year MBA: Multiple years of relevant professional experience is expected, with some management experience (manging teams or projects), since the program is accelerated and builds towards higher levels of leadership.

The tuition fee for both MBA programs is €10,000 per semester.

2-Year MBA: €10,000 per semester (x 4 semesters)

1-Year MBA: €10,000 per semester (x 2 semesters)

Yes. Scholarships and financial support options are available for eligible MBA students, including merit-based support. There are no full tuition scholarships, but Constructor offers many admitted students partial awards as well as tuition deferral program.

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Living costs vary depending on accommodation, lifestyle, and personal spending. As a general guideline, the German government estimates that students need approximately €12,000 per academic year to cover living expenses for visa purposes (if applicable). This amount typically includes rent (e.g. shared student housing), health insurance, groceries, and local transportation, but does not include travel, dining out, or entertainment.

All students receive a semester ticket for public transportation (trains, trams, and buses), which costs approximately €50 per month and provides access to public transport throughout the Bremen area. The campus is well connected, with a train station about 7 minutes away and additional bus connections.

Graduates of both the 1-Year and 2-Year MBA programs pursue careers across industries such as management, consulting, entrepreneurship, finance, technology-driven sectors, and international organizations, depending on their professional background and career goals.

The 2-Year MBA is often suited to early-career professionals seeking broader role exposure or career pivots, while the 1-Year MBA typically attracts experienced professionals aiming to advance into senior or executive-level roles within their field.

Constructor University supports students from both programs through a dedicated Career Services office and an annual Career Fair held each Spring semester, connecting students with employers and alumni.

Yes. International graduates may be eligible to work in Germany or other European countries, subject to current visa and residence regulations. As of 2025-2026, for example, non-EU graduates earn the right to stay for up to 18 months on a visa extension after graduation, in order to continue their job search, and then convert to a work permit once they have found relevant work in their field.

Applications are submitted online through Constructor University’s application portal. Required documents must be uploaded during the application process.

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Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Applicants are informed of the admission decision after their application has been fully reviewed. Processing times may vary depending on the application round. You can ensure a faster review by providing full and complete documentation with high-quality scans (PDF) of all items that you upload.