Is it worth joining EBS Universität, Germany?

Question

I have been admitted to the MSc finance program of EBS University. I have read that the university has faced some controversies in past. Is it still a good university. Will the degree hold its value if I want to work outside Europe?

vincentgoffm · Answer

Of you have other reasonable options, i would suggest you Go for them!

The only positive aspect you may expect is that that ebs has an Alumni Network that Seems really loyal towards current students

Other than that: only ebs students think an ebs degree is respectable

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GMAT650ind · Answer

Thanks vincentgoffm!

I have rejected the offer from EBS.
I currently have offers from -

1. MBA in Finance from UCONN
- It is a decent B School in the US.
- The course is STEM.
I speak fluent English so it won't be difficult to find part time work
- Getting work visa for US is not easy after completing degree.

2. MS in Finance from Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.
- Good School in Germany.
- I do not speak German so will have to learn that and finding part time work will be difficult.
- Finding full time work as a non EU student is difficult after degree.

which one do you think is better?

vincentgoffm · Answer

Depends on what you want to do and where you want to work. US is quite different from Germany, so maybe put some weight on that.

I come from Frankfurt so what I can tell you is that FSFM is definately target-school for Investment Banking and Consulting in Frankfurt/Germany.

However, I don't know how hard it is to land a job in Frankfurt/Germany without speaking german and I can't say anything about your US option.

JakeGMAT · Answer

Let me be honest.
It's only good for the people who run it. The school was in the news for money scandals. And they continue to do the same. They are running low on funds so they target international students specifically to pay themselves.

How do they do this? Lemme explain you in detail.

1. You check their curriculum, for instance Msc Finance program. It is pathetic. They teach only 7 subjects in finance. 
YES ONLY 7 in those 20 months of masters program!!!

Those 7 are 3 core modules plus 4 electives. Ok so there's additional 5 general studies subjects too but they aren't even remotely related to finance. Most of the professors left the school after the money scandal. And that's why they cut the number of subjects taught here.

2. The last semester is either Semester abroad or German track.

Semester abroad: Foreign university charges you tuition for that and on top of that EBS will charge you €8k as its semester fees as well.

German track: In this semester you will stay at the campus, but you won't be taught any subjects related to your program. But they teach you only German language. Is it worth paying extra €8k to learn German language?

3. The masters class is pretty much empty. There are only few students in the masters program. Most of them are the ones who got deceived into joining this school. But after they realised it it was already too late or some of them transferred to another University.

4. Their Masters program is only accredited by FIBAA and they lost accreditation by EQUIS a long time ago. AMBA doesn't even care. The EBS University hasn't been awarded any ranking since 2017 by any organisation except by few local magazines

Here's my thought. They charge you €27k to teach you only 7 subjects. And this is true for all the masters program here.
You be the best judge. Atleast I could suggest you to not take admission in their Masters Finance program.

BEWARE: Most of the international students don't get jobs after graduating from here and they return to their home country. The school reputation is already trash plus the curriculum is garbage too

SamArsenal · Answer

Is the situation same now too?

leoarcher · Answer

EBS Universität in Germany is a well-regarded private business school that offers strong industry connections and international exposure. However, its tuition fees are quite high, and some students tend to prefer public universities over private ones. If you value focused career support, networking opportunities, and small class sizes, it could be a good fit for you. Be sure to weigh the cost against the overall value before making a decision.

Is it worth joining EBS Universität, Germany?

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