Frankfurt School of Finance & Management

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management is a private business school in Germany's financial capital. Its intensive full-time MBA, taught in English, combines core modules, electives and a thesis in 12 months. Here is what Indian applicants should know for 2027-28.

Key facts for 2027-28

Location	Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Founded	1957
Type	Private business school
Programme	Full-time Master of Business Administration
Duration	12 months
Language	English
Tests	GMAT or GRE preferred; school's own admission test also described

Always check fees, dates and rules for your intake on the official university website before you apply or pay.

About Frankfurt School

Frankfurt School was founded in 1957 by the German banking industry and has grown into one of Germany's leading business schools, especially in finance. Its modern campus is in central Frankfurt, close to the city's banks, the European Central Bank and many consulting and finance firms.

The Full-time MBA

The 12-month full-time MBA is taught in English and combines:

• Core modules: finance, accounting, strategy, marketing, leadership, operations and data analytics.
• Electives: to deepen your chosen area, such as finance, sustainability or digital business.
• A thesis: a final project on a business problem.

The school lists the GMAT or GRE as preferred tests and also describes its own admission test. Check the current experience requirements and application terms for 2027-28.

Why applicants consider Frankfurt School

• A strong reputation in finance and banking.
• A one-year MBA, so less time away from work.
• Location in continental Europe's financial hub.
• English-taught, with an international class.

Things to think about

• Significant tuition for a private school.
• German language skills greatly improve job chances.
• Frankfurt rents are high.

How to apply

Apply online with your degree, CV, test scores, English proof, essays and references, followed by an interview. Apply in an early round for the best chance of scholarships. After admission, apply for the German student visa with proof of funds.

Fees and costs

Ask Frankfurt School for the 2027-28 tuition and scholarships. Add rent, health insurance, living costs and visa fees.

Life in Frankfurt

Frankfurt is a compact, international city on the Main river, with a famous skyline of bank towers, museums, apple-wine taverns and green parks. Its airport is one of Europe's largest, with direct flights to Indian cities. A large Indian professional community lives in the region. Winters are cool and summers are warm.

Funding your MBA

Frankfurt School offers scholarships for MBA candidates, often awarded on merit or diversity criteria; early applicants usually have better chances. Indian banks also provide education loans for German programmes.

Is this MBA right for you?

The Frankfurt School MBA suits professionals who want a fast, one-year MBA with a strong finance focus and access to Europe's financial centre. It is a good fit for people from banking, financial services, consulting or fintech, or those who want to move into these areas. Learning German alongside the MBA will help a lot with the job search in Germany.

Careers after an MBA in Germany

Germany is Europe's largest economy, with strong automotive, engineering, chemicals, finance, consulting and technology sectors. Graduates of German higher education can usually apply for a residence permit to look for work related to their qualification, and skilled workers may qualify for the EU Blue Card when they receive a suitable job offer. Many companies work in English at management level, but German language skills greatly widen your options, especially outside large international firms. Start learning German early, use the school's career services, and apply for roles well before the programme ends.

Before you apply to Frankfurt School of Finance & Management

Check the work experience, test (GMAT, GRE or the school's own) and English requirements, and confirm the exact award: a master's degree, a postgraduate diploma or a certificate. For government jobs or further study in India, foreign degree equivalence is handled by the UGC. Our MBA abroad guide covers choosing a programme, funding and careers in detail.

2027-28 intake timeline

• Now – December 2026: take the GMAT, GRE or the school's own test, and prepare your CV and essays.
• Autumn 2026 – spring 2027: apply in the admission rounds. Earlier rounds often have better scholarship chances.
• After the offer: pay the deposit, arrange proof of funds and apply for the German student visa.

Related guides

For the bigger picture beyond Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, read these guides:

• MBA in Germany: living costs, visa, climate, student life and the full admission process in Germany.
• MBA abroad guide: eligibility, recognition in India, costs and choosing a country.
• Compare other universities by country, course and city.

How PSP Education can help

PSP Education has guided Indian students since 1992 and can help you decide whether Frankfurt School of Finance & Management suits you and apply before the 2027-28 deadlines. Book a free counselling session using the form on this page.

Summary and official sources

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management offers an intensive full-time MBA taught in English. The 12-month programme combines core modules, electives and a thesis. The school lists GMAT or GRE as preferred tests and also describes its own admission test. Check the current experience requirements and application terms.

Courses and official information

• Full-time Master of Business Administration — 12 months; language: English. Official programme information. Explore this course.

Visit the official university website for current admission rules, fees and application dates.