University of Cologne Business School: International Programs with Admission Restriction — Numerus Clausus/NC (2026/27)

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The University of Cologne Business School (UCBS) is the executive education institution of the University of Cologne, established in 2015 as part of the renowned Faculty of Management, Economics, and Social Sciences (WiSo Faculty). Building on the university's rich tradition dating back to 1388, UCBS offers high-quality part-time programs for experienced professionals, including an 18-month Executive MBA, a Master in Business Analytics & AI, and various certificate programs and seminars in leadership, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence. The WiSo Faculty, with approximately 10,000 students and 100 professors, is one of the largest and most respected faculties of its kind in Europe and holds the prestigious EQUIS accreditation. The University of Cologne is also a founding member of CEMS – The Global Alliance in Management Education.

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For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).