MBA & Engineering in Life Science Management
Freie Universitaet Berlin · Berlin, Europe
Duration
18 mo
Tuition
€6,167/yr
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Winter semester
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Course details verified 10 Sep 2026 — intakes, entry requirements and course facts · official source
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About this programme
What is the MBA&E in Life Science Management Programme? The internationally accredited MBA & Engineering programme in Life Science Management bridges the gap between science and business. It is designed for professionals who want to combine expertise in life sciences with strong management skills. You will gain industry-specific knowledge in the international life sciences sector practical management expertise taught by industry professionals advanced management skills for the global Biotech, Biopharma, Medtech and Digital Health sector. Who is this programme for? This purely English-taught postgraduate degree is ideal for natural scientists business professionals engineers. The programme helps you to apply your academic background to real-world life science challenges develop leadership and decision-making skills create your individual international life science network expand your management expertise with industry-focused knowledge gain international work experience. What career opportunities can you expect? After graduation, you will be prepared to take on managerial roles in the life science industry make strategic business decisions work in international and interdisciplinary environments. Over 96% of graduates are employed within three months. Which companies hire Life Science Management graduates? Graduates of the MBA & Engineering in Life Science Management programme work across the global life sciences industry – from innovative start-ups to leading multinational companies. Examples of employers include Bayer, Pfizer, Biotronik, Capgemini, IGES Institute, TissUse, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Otsuka Pharma and FyoniBio. These roles span consulting, biotech, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare innovation. Why study in Berlin? Berlin is one of Europe’s leading Life Science Hubs. You benefit from a strong ecosystem in: Biotechnology Medical engineering Pharmaceuticals close collaboration with: Research institutes Innovative companies Public institutions. Check out our LSM Flyer. In the first and second semesters of the programme, you will complete 12 study modules. Those modules may include practical lab work or other practical activities. New Module: "AI in Life Sciences" First semester Special topics in Business Administration Project Management for Production Processes Corporate Finance and Controlling Project 1: Engineering Management New module: AI in Life Sciences Elective module 1 Second semester Human Resources Management and Leadership Project Management in Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Trials Strategic Marketing in Life Sciences Project 2: Management and Innovation Life Science Engineering – Commercial Engineering Elective module 2 Third semester Colloquium / Master's seminar Master's thesis Elective modules Advanced Processes in Life Science Industries New Technologies and Products Business Ethics and Corporate Governance Intellectual Property Management and Contract Laws Check our website for detailed information. PDF Download
Intakes & deadlines
Winter semester
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Entry requirements
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English
E.G. TOEIC: 541 Reading: 385 Listening: 400 Speaking: 160 Writing: 150 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 87 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 IELTS Academic: 5
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Prerequisites
A Bachelor’s degree with 210 ECTS, at least 180 ECTS (for example in Life Science Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Food Technology, Environmental Studies or Business) at least one year of professional experience after your Bachelor’s degree English language proficiency proof for applicants who have studied in India only: APS certificate You will find all the necessary information here: http://lsm.htw-berlin.de/applying/.
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This is an indicative early-career range for the whole Engineering (general) field in Europe, from official graduate-outcome data — not a figure for this programme or university, and not a guarantee of what you will earn. What you actually earn depends on the role, employer, city and your visa.
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Fees & scholarships
€6,167/yr tuition (sourced). We confirm the exact costs and the scholarships you qualify for at Freie Universitaet Berlin — free, for your profile.
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Tuition is €6,167/yr. Taken from the university's published fees page, not re-checked since — confirm it before you budget. We confirm the current fee and the scholarships you qualify for — free.
The main intake is Winter semester. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
A Bachelor’s degree with 210 ECTS, at least 180 ECTS (for example in Life Science Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Food Technology, Environmental Studies or Business) at least one year of professional experience after your Bachelor’s degree English language proficiency proof for applicants who have studied in India only: APS certificate You will find all the necessary information here: http://lsm.htw-berlin.de/applying/. English: E.G. TOEIC: 541 Reading: 385 Listening: 400 Speaking: 160 Writing: 150 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® II TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 87 Reading: 18 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Writing: 17 IELTS Academic: 5.
The programme runs about 18 months full-time.
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