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HSBA Hamburg School of Business Administration

Hamburg, Germany

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Quick facts

World rank
Unranked
Acceptance rate
—
Students
1,020
International students
13%
Institution type
Private
Founded
2004

Overview

Founded in 2004 by the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce, HSBA Hamburg School of Business Administration is a state-recognised private university (Fachhochschule) in Hamburg, Germany. It is accredited by the German Council of Science and Humanities and all study programmes are accredited by FIBAA. HSBA specialises in cooperative (dual) education, combining academic business studies with practical professional experience at one of more than 300 partner companies. The university offers four cooperative Bachelor of Science programmes (Business Administration, Business Informatics, International Management, Logistics Management) and two part-time Master's programmes (MSc Innovation Management and MBA Master of Business Administration). With over 1,000 students and a modern campus in the heart of Hamburg, HSBA consistently achieves top positions in the CHE University Ranking. Nearly all graduates receive a job offer from their partner company upon completion of their studies.

Fields of study

  • Business Administration
  • Business Informatics
  • International Management
  • Logistics Management
  • Innovation Management

Accreditation: German Council of Science and Humanities (Wissenschaftsrat); FIBAA

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
—
TOEFL iBT (minimum)
—
GPA (minimum)
—
Intakes
Winter
Application deadlines
Varies by programme; some master's programmes have rolling admissions.
Rolling admissions
Yes
Admissions contact
info@hsba.de

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

Varies by program

From about $891 / year

Domestic students

€825 – €1,650 / course

Bachelor: EUR 825/month (partner company typically covers most or all fees). MSc Innovation Management regular track: EUR 750/month (total EUR 22,500); fast track: EUR 937.50/month (total EUR 22,500). MBA full-time: EUR 1,650/month (total EUR 19,800); MBA part-time: EUR 825/month (total EUR 19,800). Early Bird 10% discount available; 20% alumni discount available. Discounts cannot be combined.

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

Official fee source (opens in a new tab)

Programs

Programs offered by HSBA Hamburg School of Business Administration
ProgramLevelDurationTuitionDeadlineIntakes
Business Administration (BSc) (opens in a new tab)German, English · Full TimeBachelor's3 yearsVariesVariesOctober
Business Informatics (BSc) (opens in a new tab)German, English · Full TimeBachelor's3 yearsVariesVariesOctober
Innovation Management (MSc) (opens in a new tab)English · Part TimeMaster's—€22,500 / totalVariesOctober
International Management (BSc) (opens in a new tab)English · Full TimeBachelor's3 yearsVariesVariesOctober
Logistics Management (BSc) (opens in a new tab)English · Full TimeBachelor's3 yearsVariesVariesOctober
Masterclass Sustainable Shipping & Maritime Economics (opens in a new tab)English · Part Time——€1,249 / courseVariesSummer Term 2026

Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.