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Master in Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

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ESMT Berlin warmly welcomes students and applicants of all nationalities to the Master in Analytics and Artificial Intelligence. As an international business school, we thrive on international exchange and discourse, and have built a community committed to building peace.

Admission requirements:

ESMT has designed the Master in Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (MAAI) admissions process to identify the most talented individuals who will benefit from the program's international and interdisciplinary nature. The admissions team evaluates applications based on the following qualities:

  • Excellent analytical problem-solving abilities
  • A critical thinker who holds a scientific worldview
  • Highly attentive to detail
  • Knowledge and understanding of emerging technologies
  • A desire for continuous learning opportunities 

To apply, you need to have:

  • A previous degree (bachelor's or an equivalent). Applications will also be accepted from final-year undergraduate students awaiting completion of their degree. Ideally no more than 24 months of postgraduate work experience (excl. internships)
  • Proof of strong quantitative abilities, whether with a degree in an analytical field (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics), quantitative economics, finance, or a similar subject
  • OR a degree in any discipline with a GMAT/GRE score with a quantitative score above average. The required GMAT test score is at least 600. The required GRE score is 151 or higher on verbal reasoning and 153 or higher on quantitative reasoning. ESMT’s GMAT code is H4D-SJ-86 or simply search for the school name. We also accept GRE scores, and our Designated Institution (DI) code is 7768.
  • ESMT expects a score of 100 points in the TOEFL or 7.0 in the IELTS or 850 in the TOEIC.” The ESMT TOEFL institution code is 8707. You will receive a waiver for the English proficiency test if English is your native language or if you have completed a university degree completely taught in English.
  • Completed application - including essays, one reference letter, and €50 application fee
  • Individual interview in person or online

Application steps

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Step 1

Application

The application form will ask you to fill-in the following information:

  • Basic personal data
  • Your academic and professional background
  • Short essay questions

Additionally, you will be asked to submit the following documents with your application:

  • Your CV
  • Transcripts to all higher education institutions attended
  • One recommendation (form provided by ESMT)
  • GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed

 

The application form will ask you to fill-in the following information:

  • Basic personal data
  • Your academic and professional background
  • Short essay questions

Additionally, you will be asked to submit the following documents with your application:

  • Your CV
  • Transcripts to all higher education institutions attended
  • One recommendation (form provided by ESMT)
  • GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed

 

If you have any questions about applying to the master program or your profile, please contact the Office of Admissions. ESMT cannot begin assessing your application until all of the above documents are received.

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Step 2

First screening

 

After submitting your application, the Admissions team will review it and invite you to an Admissions interview if you fulfill the requirements.

 

After submitting your application, the Admissions team will review it and invite you to an Admissions interview if you fulfill the requirements.

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Step 3

Interview

The ESMT Admissions Office will invite you for a short interview with an ESMT administrator or professor.

All interviews for the program will be conducted via Zoom or on-campus. The Admissions Interview will test your interpersonal communication skills, your competency under pressure among other traits. Also, you will be able to clarify open questions and give deeper insights to your application.

The ESMT Admissions Office will invite you for a short interview with an ESMT administrator or professor.

All interviews for the program will be conducted via Zoom or on-campus. The Admissions Interview will test your interpersonal communication skills, your competency under pressure among other traits. Also, you will be able to clarify open questions and give deeper insights to your application.

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Admissions & scholarship committee

After the interview, ESMT's Admissions Committee will review your application and make a decision. Following the Admissions Committee decision, the Scholarship Committee meets to review applications for scholarship consideration.

Applicants receive an email with the admissions decision and scholarship award (if any) directly after these meetings. Successful applicants also receive details about the next steps to enroll in ESMT's Master program.

To confirm attendance, admitted candidates must pay a deposit towards their tuition.

After the interview, ESMT's Admissions Committee will review your application and make a decision. Following the Admissions Committee decision, the Scholarship Committee meets to review applications for scholarship consideration.

Applicants receive an email with the admissions decision and scholarship award (if any) directly after these meetings. Successful applicants also receive details about the next steps to enroll in ESMT's Master program.

To confirm attendance, admitted candidates must pay a deposit towards their tuition.

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Step 5

Enrollment

After accepting your offer of admission and paying the tuition deposit, your seat in the class is confirmed.

At this stage, you will receive access to an internal student portal, which will provide you with all necessary information regarding the next steps: How to look for and find housing in Berlin, student visa application, health insurance, registering upon arrival in Berlin, and much more. A dedicated Student Services manager will be available to assist you with any further needs and questions you may have.

After accepting your offer of admission and paying the tuition deposit, your seat in the class is confirmed.

At this stage, you will receive access to an internal student portal, which will provide you with all necessary information regarding the next steps: How to look for and find housing in Berlin, student visa application, health insurance, registering upon arrival in Berlin, and much more. A dedicated Student Services manager will be available to assist you with any further needs and questions you may have.

Step 5

Application steps

Step 1
x
Step 1

Application

The application form will ask you to fill-in the following information:

  • Basic personal data
  • Your academic and professional background
  • Short essay questions

Additionally, you will be asked to submit the following documents with your application:

  • Your CV
  • Transcripts to all higher education institutions attended
  • One recommendation (form provided by ESMT)
  • GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed

 

The application form will ask you to fill-in the following information:

  • Basic personal data
  • Your academic and professional background
  • Short essay questions

Additionally, you will be asked to submit the following documents with your application:

  • Your CV
  • Transcripts to all higher education institutions attended
  • One recommendation (form provided by ESMT)
  • GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed

 

If you have any questions about applying to the master program or your profile, please contact the Office of Admissions. ESMT cannot begin assessing your application until all of the above documents are received.

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Step 2
x
Step 2

First screening

 

After submitting your application, the Admissions team will review it and invite you to an Admissions interview if you fulfill the requirements.

 

After submitting your application, the Admissions team will review it and invite you to an Admissions interview if you fulfill the requirements.

Step 3
x
Step 3

Interview

The ESMT Admissions Office will invite you for a short interview with an ESMT administrator or professor.

All interviews for the program will be conducted via Zoom or on-campus. The Admissions Interview will test your interpersonal communication skills, your competency under pressure among other traits. Also, you will be able to clarify open questions and give deeper insights to your application.

The ESMT Admissions Office will invite you for a short interview with an ESMT administrator or professor.

All interviews for the program will be conducted via Zoom or on-campus. The Admissions Interview will test your interpersonal communication skills, your competency under pressure among other traits. Also, you will be able to clarify open questions and give deeper insights to your application.

Step 4
x
Step 4

Admissions & scholarship committee

After the interview, ESMT's Admissions Committee will review your application and make a decision. Following the Admissions Committee decision, the Scholarship Committee meets to review applications for scholarship consideration.

Applicants receive an email with the admissions decision and scholarship award (if any) directly after these meetings. Successful applicants also receive details about the next steps to enroll in ESMT's Master program.

To confirm attendance, admitted candidates must pay a deposit towards their tuition.

After the interview, ESMT's Admissions Committee will review your application and make a decision. Following the Admissions Committee decision, the Scholarship Committee meets to review applications for scholarship consideration.

Applicants receive an email with the admissions decision and scholarship award (if any) directly after these meetings. Successful applicants also receive details about the next steps to enroll in ESMT's Master program.

To confirm attendance, admitted candidates must pay a deposit towards their tuition.

Step 5
x
Step 5

Enrollment

After accepting your offer of admission and paying the tuition deposit, your seat in the class is confirmed.

At this stage, you will receive access to an internal student portal, which will provide you with all necessary information regarding the next steps: How to look for and find housing in Berlin, student visa application, health insurance, registering upon arrival in Berlin, and much more. A dedicated Student Services manager will be available to assist you with any further needs and questions you may have.

After accepting your offer of admission and paying the tuition deposit, your seat in the class is confirmed.

At this stage, you will receive access to an internal student portal, which will provide you with all necessary information regarding the next steps: How to look for and find housing in Berlin, student visa application, health insurance, registering upon arrival in Berlin, and much more. A dedicated Student Services manager will be available to assist you with any further needs and questions you may have.

Admission Deadlines

Applications for the September 2023 class are open.

Start your application. 

Applications to ESMT Master programs are reviewed on a rolling, first-come basis. The Admissions Committee meets and publishes admissions decisions every two weeks. The deadline schedule should serve as a guide for your application planning.

Application Round

Deadline

Round 1: ++ Early Decision

March 31
Round 2: ° Student visa applicants               June 1 
Final Round: Final deadline July 31

 

++ Accepted candidates from this round will receive a €2,000 discount on tuition.

° Due to long visa process times, citizens of countries that require a student visa to study in Germany are strongly advised to apply by this deadline. 

Additional information

  • Admission test codes

    • GRE – ESMT Designated Institution (DI) code: 7768
    • GMAT - Master in Analytics and Artificial Intelligence: H4D-SJ-90
    • TOEFL - ESMT institution code:  8707

  • Student visa information

    We're pleased to extend our deadline for international students who require a visa to enter Germany. Our aim is to ensure more flexibility and allow applicants to benefit from the latest change in student visa regulations in Germany.

    APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED AFTER JUNE 1 WILL STILL BE CONSIDERED FOR ADMISSION

    More information regarding the visa requirements for entry to Germany could be found here

    Additional information for Chinese graduates: should you receive your bachelor's degree in China, there is a requirement to undergo an APS procedure in order to be able to study at a German university. Please visit the APS website in Chinese or in German for all further information.

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Stephanie Kluth

Director of Admissions
+49 30 21231 1400

Shelley Yu

Marketing Manager China Office
+86-186 1638 9822

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