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Program, Business and management. Hochschule Fresenius - Cologne (Köln), Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.
Preparatory Course - Economics (Wirtschaft – W-course) - Vorbereitungskurs Wirtschaft/Deutsch is a program program in business and management at Hochschule Fresenius - Cologne (Köln), a private institution in Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, founded in 1848.
First-year tuition is listed at 12,000 EUR and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.
Applications to Hochschule Fresenius - Cologne (Köln) typically receive a decision in 2 days and 3 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 23,904 EUR for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. The blocked-account amount is set annually by the German authorities. It was around €11,900 per year at the last check, and it may have been revised. Public universities charge a semester contribution, and some states such as Baden-Württemberg charge tuition to non-EU students. Private universities charge fees.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 12,000 EUR |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 11,904 EUR |
| Application fee (one time) | Free |
| Estimated first-year total | 23,904 EUR |
Our directory lists 4 program programs in business and management at 4 schools in Germany. Their median first-year tuition is 11,000 EUR, and the middle half cost between 11,000 EUR and 11,000 EUR.
At 12,000 EUR, Preparatory Course - Economics (Wirtschaft – W-course) - Vorbereitungskurs Wirtschaft/Deutsch is 9% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 7,350 EUR to 12,000 EUR.
If budget matters, these program programs in business and management have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Germany.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| Business Bridging Program | EU Business School - Munich, Munich | 7,350 EUR |
| University Foudation- Studienkolleg Program - Business Focus (W-Course) | Mediadesign Hochschule (mdh) University of Applied Sciences - Berlin, Berlin | 11,000 EUR |
| University Foudation- Studienkolleg Program - Business Focus (W-Course) | Mediadesign Hochschule (mdh) University of Applied Sciences - Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf | 11,000 EUR |
Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. Winter semester (starting in October) is the main intake, with a summer semester (starting in April) for some programmes. Deadlines are often between January and July, and some are earlier.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| November 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| January 2027 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| March 2027 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| May 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| August 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Hochschule Fresenius - Cologne (Köln) sets the exact entry requirements for Preparatory Course - Economics (Wirtschaft – W-course) - Vorbereitungskurs Wirtschaft/Deutsch. For a program, applicants usually need the following.
English-taught programmes usually ask for IELTS or TOEFL. German-taught programmes ask for a German test such as TestDaF or DSH. Each university sets its own minimum levels.
Students from India need a National visa for study to study in Germany. German embassies and consulates, and the university's admissions office decides the application.
Germany has a large number of English-taught and German-taught programmes, and many public universities charge little or no tuition. The practical hurdles are admission requirements for Indian degrees, a blocked-account proof of funds, and visa appointment availability.
Graduates can apply for a residence permit to look for work related to their degree for a limited period. Check the current rules on the official sources.
First-year tuition is listed at 12,000 EUR. Living costs are extra; Hochschule Fresenius - Cologne (Köln) estimates 11,904 EUR a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
This program lists no application fee.
The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a program. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.
You need a National visa for study, decided by German embassies and consulates, and the university's admissions office. Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Hochschule Fresenius - Cologne (Köln), then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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