Application and submission

Is there an application fee for the MMT program?

• No, the application is free of charge.

Are there tuition fees, and if yes, how high are they?

• Public German universities such as LMU Munich do not charge tuition fees. There are, however, solidarity charges for the ‘Studentenwerk’ and for public transport (less than 150€ per semester in total).

How does the application process work?

• You can find all relevant information about the MMT program, the requirements, the application process, and the deadlines on our website.

Can you give me information about other programs?

• Since we´re only responsible for the coordination of the MMT program, unfortunately, we cannot give you information about other master´s programs. For further information, please visit the LMU website.

What can I do if I am unable to present my bachelor's certificate at the time of my application?

• You can apply by handing in a current transcript of records, which proves that min. 140 ECTS credit points have been completed (with an average grade of 2.39 or better). At least 15 out of the 20 ECTS in the minor have to be completed. The remaining 5 ECTS can be made up in the first year of the master's program at LMU.

Can I apply with an engineering degree?

• Yes, provided your engineering degree includes a sufficient business and/or information systems component.
• Business Engineering and engineering degrees with a focus on Business or Informatics are generally eligible. Applicants must have completed at least 20 ECTS credits in Business and Information Systems/Informatics in these interdisciplinary study programs.
• Engineering degrees such as Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or General Engineering normally do not meet the admission requirements.
  

Does it matter whether I have a lot of practical experience when I apply?

• Unfortunately, practical experience cannot be taken into account. For a successful application, you have to meet the academic requirements for the MMT program.
  

Can the credits of another master's degree be used as the main basis for an application?

• In general, it is essential that the bachelor's degree fulfills the requirements for the MMT. It is the main basis for your eligibility. However, in some cases, a master’s degree can be taken into account, for example, to bolster up your missing minor ECTS points.
  

How can I prepare for the selection process?

• Applicants invited to the interview will receive a reading list in advance to support their preparation for the oral examination.
  

I am invited to the two-day assessment event but cannot participate due to medical reasons.

• In case of a disease or a medical emergency, there is the opportunity to take the tests at a different date (within time limits) if the applicant is able to present a valid medical certificate. If this is the case, please contact us as soon as possible.
  

Do I need to attend the candidate assessment in Munich in person?

• No, the assessment center can be completed fully online. We do our best to account for different time zones, but inconveniences cannot be ruled out. However, the absence at the (online) assessment automatically leads to rejection of the application.
  

Is it possible to repeat the application?

• The application may be repeated once.
  

In my online application, I forgot to upload some information. What should I do now?

• In case an applicant fails to upload documents for the online application, these can be sent by email Please do NOT start a second online application.
  

When can I apply?

• The application period begins on the 1st of February and ends on the 15th of May of the year of desired enrollment.
  

Can the online exam or interview be scheduled according to my time zone?

• We do our best to accommodate different time zones whenever possible. However, this cannot always be guaranteed. Please ensure that you are available for the scheduled online exam and, if invited, the online interview. Failure to participate in either will result in exclusion from the selection process.

What does ECTS mean?

• ECTS stands for "European Credit Transfer System" and represents a unified measure of the workload of study efforts. It is a points-based system that aims to make the education at different European universities comparable.

I have acquired my bachelor's degree abroad. How can I convert my grade to the German grading system?

• A foreign bachelor's grade can be translated to the German grading system by applying the following formula:
  N = 1 + 3 x ((Pmax – P) / (Pmax – Pmin))
• N = translated average German grade in the German
• P = final grade or points of the applicant’s bachelor's degree
• Pmax = best possible grade or points achievable in the applicant’s Bachelor program
• Pmin = minimum grade required to pass the Degree in the applicant’s Bachelor program

Is there a possibility to bypass the required final grade for the bachelor's degree of 2.3 or better?

• No, there is no possibility to avoid this criterion. The bachelor's certificate (or transcript of records) needs to demonstrate a grade of 2.39 or better (=lower) according to the German grading system. Please notice that grades are cut rather than rounded after the first decimal place.

How do you treat the second decimal place of the final bachelor's grade if I have a grade between 2.31 and 2.39?

• The so-called "Abschneideverfahren" (cut-off treatment) applies, which states that average grades are not rounded but cut after the first decimal place. E.g. the grades 2.31 to 2.39 will all be treated as 2.3.

How can I convert course credits, which do not comply with the ECTS system?

• One ECTS credit point equals 30 working hours. If the bachelor's degree was awarded based on a different credit system, please provide us with the general conversion formula of the former university at the time of application.

What can I do if credit points in my minor are missing?

• If you have not earned the required number of ECTS credits in your minor, you may be able to complete additional university-level courses before enrollment. These may include courses offered by universities or university-level MOOCs.
• Any additional courses should cover the mandatory and/or elective subject areas required for the respective minor.
• For MOOCs, you must provide a certificate indicating the course workload (e.g., contact hours or total learnin hours), which enables us to assess the course content and determine the corresponding ECTS credits where applicable. If you are unsure whether a specific couse or MOOC is suitable, please contact mmt@som.lmu.de before enrolling.

Is it possible to compensate for missing ECTS credit points in the minor with former work experience in a relevant field?

• No, work experience cannot replace any academic efforts. Furthermore, please keep in mind that practical work experience will not be taken into account for the application process.

How do you define "informatics"? Do general IT or computer courses (e.g. MS Office) count toward the required informatics minor?

• Informatics courses must exercise algorithmic thinking and/or basic programming languages, such as Java or Python. Basic computer courses for business purposes (e.g. Excel modeling) cannot be recognized as informatics credits. Please contact us via e-mail in case you have doubts about your informatics subjects.

I am a (former) ‘business administration’ (BWL) bachelor’s student at the LMU. Which modules of this program are acknowledged as "informatics"?

• Please read the section on ‘exceptions’ in the application requirements for educational residents for this information.

What are the prerequisites for CEFR English level C1, and how can I fulfill these requirements?

• DAAD test (only for German applicants): min. level B (A (best) to F (worst)) in listening, spoken language, written language, and reading.
• EFB (London Chamber of Commerce and Industry): min. level 3 out of 4 levels.
• IELTS (academic version): min. 7.0 points out of 9.0 points.
• Cambridge Certificate: pass the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE).
• TELC: pass a test that verifies language level C1.
• TOEFL: min. 95 out of 120 points (iBT).

English language test results must be issued within the last two years.

When do I not need an extra test and proof of my English skills?

• An English certificate is not required if you are a native English speaker or if you have obtained your bachelor's degree or high school diploma in English as the instruction language. In any case, we do require documents that prove this circumstance.

Is knowledge of the German language a prerequisite for my application?

• No, applicants do not need to prove German skills at the time of their application. However, we highly encourage accepted international students to participate in the offered German language classes during their time at LMU. German skills are an important asset for increasing both living quality in Munich during studies and job opportunities after graduation.

Is there the option to study on a part-time basis?

• The MMT Master’s is offered as a full-time degree only. In-person attendance is mandatory.Unfortunately, there is no part-time option available. However, students can working part-time during their studies. Please be aware that students are advised to strictly limit the time they spend working to ensure focus on university obligations.

Can I enroll in a higher semester?

• In general, you cannot enroll in a higher semester. But if there are courses that students in the MMT program are required to take that you have already taken, or if there are great similarities in certain modules, you may not need to take them again.

Is there admission for the summer semester?

• Unfortunately, the MMT program only starts in the winter semester. There is no possibility to begin the studies in the summer semester.

How can I prepare before coming to Germany as an overseas student?

• Internationals find information on the things they should consider before moving to Germany (e.g. visa applications or health insurance) on the respective website of the Studentenwerk München.

Which possibilities for scholarships exist?

• The MMT itself does not provide any scholarships. However, there are several opportunities offered by the LMU itself. For further information on that topic, please visit the website of the International Office.

Is there a mentoring concept available for the MMT program?

• Yes, there is a mentoring program for MMT students in cooperation with our industry partners. Students receive further information at the beginning of the program.

Are there German language courses available for foreign students of the MMT program?

• Yes, foreign students will be given the opportunity to participate in intensive German language classes (free of charge) that help them acquire a solid level of German during their MMT studies. Information on the courses is provided before the program starts.

Is it possible to do a semester abroad?

• Semesters abroad are possible. ECTS are completed and credited at the partner universities.

Other questions I cannot find any answer(s) to my specific question(s).

• Feel free to contact us via email at mmt@som.lmu.de.

Is there a possibility for a personal information and/or consulting appointment with regard to admissions-related questions?

• Unfortunately, no. Please send us your questions via mmt@som.lmu.de.