Small Enterprise Promotion & Training (SEPT MBA)

Research- and practice-oriented MBA at Leipzig University focused on the promotion, development, and management of small and medium-sized enterprises in international contexts.

Academic requirements

A four-year undergraduate degree or its equivalent from a reputable university; Excellent computer skills, at least in the use of software for word processing (e.g. MS Word), spreadsheets (e.g. MS Excel), and statistical analysis programmes (e.g. SPSS, STATA); Broad knowledge of economics and/or economic issues

Minimum GPA

The reviewed official SEPT application page states a special minimum grade rule for applicants from India with a three-year bachelor's degree: First Division / Class with at least 60%, grade A (very good), or GPA 3.00 or higher.

English requirements

The reviewed official SEPT application page requires English proficiency proven by one of the following: TOEFL at least 550 paper-based, 80 internet-based, or 213 computer-based; IELTS 6.0 or above; Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency; a university degree taught in English from an institution recognised by Anabin; or a signed and stamped English Language Verification Form from the awarding university.

Accepted bachelor fields

The reviewed official Leipzig programme pages state that applicants need an undergraduate degree of at least 180 ECTS or equivalent from a reputable university in economics, social sciences, engineering with specialisation in economics, natural sciences, or a related field.

APS Certificate

Yes

Tuition fee

EUR 1,500 tuition fee per semester.

Semester contribution

EUR 312.30 per semester (Summer Semester 2026 standard semester fee; first-year students also pay a one-time EUR 10 UniCard issue fee).

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: EUR 1,500 tuition fee per semester. Semester contribution: EUR 312.30 per semester (Summer Semester 2026 standard semester fee; first-year students also pay a one-time EUR 10 UniCard issue fee).

The reviewed official SEPT pages state that the MBA prepares participants for the promotion and development of SMEs and entrepreneurship, with alumni working as internationally oriented scholars, experts, and practitioners in SME-related fields.

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