German dual MBA Program

Earn a German state-accredited MBA while gaining structured industry experience with Indo-German partner companies in India and Germany.

Graduates

A Long-Standing Indo-German Academic Partnership

IGTC Mumbai and DHBW Germany

A relationship built on trust over the years. Based on a common ethos and shared values that train students based on the Dual Education System, in conjunction with industry partners.

Students studying

2013

Commenced with the international exchange, titled "Business Environment India / Germany"

2019

Signed an MOU with IGTC for transfer of credits to the Masters program at DHBW CAS, Heilbronn.

Pathway Program

Initially developed as an extension for the full-time IGTC PGPBA graduates, it has now evolved into a high-value pathway for working professionals and company sponsored employees.

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About Program

A Collaborative Indo-German Academic Pathway

A Structured, Dual-Location, Dual-Education Learning Model

Anchored in the German dual education philosophy, integrating academic depth with industry relevance. The IGTC - DHBW MBA program is being built as A value-added service to strengthen Indo-German member companies. A high-quality solution to retain talent and to create a pipeline of Indo-German business leaders with authenticity, integrity and academic excellence.

Who Is This Program For?

  • icon-list Graduate trainees
  • icon-list Early-career managers
  • icon-list High-potential employees
  • icon-list Talent identified for leadership development

Why Choose This Program?

  • icon-list More industry-integrated than many Tier-1 and Tier-2 Indian MBAs
  • icon-list Better ROI than most other international MBAs
  • icon-list Undisputed credibility and recognition by corporate partners for its quality of education
Next Batch Start
July 2026
Program Duration
21 Months

Program Structure

Learning Framework For Students

Modules taught at IGTC (45 ECTS)

  • Applied Research Methods (MBA)
  • Decision based Business Economics
  • Supply Chain Management and Internal Accounting
  • Finance and Financial Accounting
  • Marketing & Sales Management
  • Human Resource Management & Organisational Design
  • Economic Framework on Managerial decisions
  • Legal Framework of Business Admin
  • Business Simulation: Strategic Management and Decisions

Modules taught at DHBW CAS (20 ECTS)

  • Interdisciplinary Skills
      1. Effective communication
        Team and change management
        Personal development
        Intercultural skills
  • Leadership, Organisational Behaviour and Ethics
  • Entrepreneurial Innovation, Creation and Growth
  • AI Management / Applications of Artificial Intelligence

Research Project (5 ECTS) +
Master’s Interdisciplinary Skills Thesis (20 ECTS)

  • Kick-off in Germany, completion in India
  • Practical, research-based, companyguided and professionally supervised
  • Aimed as a genuine consulting/innovation project that solves a strategic business problem and contributes measurable improvements to the organisation
  • Time: 1-2 months + 3-4 months
  • Guided by DHBW faculty, co-guided by IGTC faculty

Practical Training at Partner Company

Company Visits + Cultural immersion

Practical Training at Partner Company

Indo-German Training Centre

July–March ( 9 months - Pathway Program at IGTC):

  • 3 months - 1 month of academic lectures at IGTC * 3 times
  • 6 months - 3 months of practical training at company * 2 times

May: Pathway Program Examinations at IGTC

Duale Hochschule Baden Wuerttemberg

June-July: Five-week academic block at DHBW in Germany

August-March: Master’s Thesis on industry relevant topic while training with partner company

Outcome: MBA from a German state-accredited university

Exceptional Academic Value at a Competitive Cost. Delivered with the academic excellence of a German state university and the industry relevance of IGTC.

Total Program Fee Approx ₹18 –20 lakhs* IGTC fee (45 credits): ₹5 lakhs + 18% Tax
DHBW: €9500 (~₹10 lakhs): Tuition fees for DHBW
Travel & Accommodation at DHBW €3500 (~₹ 3.75 lakhs) *Exchange rate €1 = ₹105 (subject to fluctuation)
Application Fee ₹5,000 Payable online during application submission.
(Taxes applicable as per government norms)
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About IGCC

Backed by the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC)

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Established in 1956, the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC) is India’s largest bi-national chamber and a cornerstone of Indo-German economic collaboration. As part of the global AHK network across 90+ countries, IGCC represents over 4,000+ member companies , giving PGPBA students access to a business ecosystem that most institutions can only talk about.

Why IGCC Matters for Your Career

igcc-img Direct access to the Indo-German business ecosystem
igcc-img Curriculum shaped by global industry expectations
igcc-img A trusted corporate network for training and long-term careers

Why German dual MBA?

A Partnership Built on a Shared Vision

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A German State Government–Accredited MBA

Awarded by DHBW, a highly recognized German state university operating on the Dual Education System. The degree carries strong academic legitimacy and international recognition across global industries.

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Exclusive Access Through a Chamber-Led Pathway

Built on 35+ years of delivering the German Dual System in India through IGTC. The programme benefits from deep relationships with member companies and a trusted ecosystem backed by a strong alumni network.

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Deep Industry Orientation — Not Found in Other MBAs

This is not an academic degree in isolation. The programme is driven by Indo-German member companies, combining real practical training, company immersion, and well-defined functional projects.

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Full Professional Immersion + Minimal Time Abroad

Designed to support career continuity and employability stability in India. The programme reduces attrition risks for organizations and requires only five weeks of onsite academic study in Germany.

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Competence Development and Employability

Develops highly valued talent with a deep understanding of German structure and quality standards, combined with Indian market realities. Graduates demonstrate industry-oriented maturity to operate effectively in Indo-German business environments and leadership roles.

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Flexibility and Choice for Partner Organizations

Organizations can nominate existing high-potential employees for structured leadership development. They may also onboard young graduates as interns, providing direct immersion into real business operations.

IGTC and DHBW CAS

A Program Designed for Depth and Commitment

The dual MBA balances organisational processes, ownership-based learning, and real decision-making environments, developing both competence and personality.

Dr. Joachim Frech
Professor
DHBW Center for Advanced Studies

The dual education model is built on the principle that students learn directly from their professional practice, reflect individually and collaboratively, deepen their understanding through academic frameworks, and apply their insights back into real organisational contexts. With a significant portion of the... read more

Radhieka R Mehta
Regional Director
Indo-German Chamber of Commerce

Every meaningful initiative moves through three phases – the dream, the design, and the delivery. With the signing of this agreement, we enter the delivery phase of our collaboration with a German university. The DHBW adds a globally recognized MBA degree to our... read more

Mr. Jan Noether
Director General
Indo-German Chamber of Commerce

This cooperation represents an important step in strengthening our continued commitment to building bridges between education and industry, and to enabling talent development models that are globally aligned yet locally relevant.  By combining structured academic learning with sustained industry engagement, this program... read more

FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the IGTC PGPBA a Degree or Diploma Course?

PGPBA Program offered by IGTC is a certificate course jointly awarded by the German Chambers of Commerce and Industry (DIHK), Berlin and the Indo‐German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC) recognized by German industry in India and Germany.

How does the IGTC PGPBA compare to a 2 year MBA?

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IGTC PGPBA Program is very similar to a 2 year MBA degree in terms of design, experience of faculty and delivery. Some comparative advantages are:

  • Our distinctive feature is the compulsory practical training/internship with leading Indo-German partner organizations. This engagement involves hands-on industry applications through on-the-job training, mentorship and live projects.
  • The program seamlessly integrates the strengths of theoretical and practical approaches, drawing inspiration from the German Dual System. Take advantage of top-notch management training through hands-on experience as Management Trainee-Interns at India's premier German corporations.
  • As a non-profit management training arm of the Indo German Chamber of Commerce, IGTC is able to extend deep value for its programs. The PGPBA cost is kept at INR 4,00,000 plus tax compared to expensive MBA degree

What is the Business Environment Germany?

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IGTC offers an optional 10-day study trip to Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW) which hosts IGTC students and participating managers at their Karlsruhe campus, Germany. This exchange is a highlight of our PGPBA Programs as it not only promotes an understanding of Germany’s business culture and its people, but is packed with a good balance of business and social lessons from an intercultural perspective.

How do I apply?

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Application forms to be filled out online supported by required documents and an application fee of Rs.3000/- + 9% CGST + 9% SGST. Please contact IGTC via +91 7045360206 or email us at igtcprograms@indo-german.com for more details.

What are qualifications required for application?

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Graduates in any field (B.E./B.Tech./B.Com./B.M.S/B.M.M./B.SC/B.A.) with 0-5 years of work experience and over 50% aggregate marks are eligible to apply.

Will I be guaranteed placement after graduation in the same company I intern with?

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A placement opportunity with the training company is not a guarantee; but the internship could convert to a pre-placement offer subject to individual training performance and a job opening in the company.

What are the benefits of the German Dual System?

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The German Dual System in its purest form, the Dual System simply means ‘Learning by Doing’, it is widely practiced in Germany and several European countries. In IGTC this discipline fosters joint educational responsibility with the collaborating companies. Together, it creates a unique synergy between learning and working that instills the knowledge of business principles and the confidence to innovate and execute.

Can I pay the fees for the program in installments?

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The total fee to the program is Rs. 4,00,000 plus tax is payable in three installments as follows:
  • First installment: INR 50,000 + taxes (upon admission within 2 weeks)
  • Second installment: INR 1,50,000 + taxes (in June)
  • Third installment: INR 2,00,000 + taxes (in April - following year)

Can I withdraw my candidature?

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Fees paid is ron-refundable. No fees will be refund, if the candidature is withdrawn by the student

What is the DHBW Master program?

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IGTC is currently holding discussions with Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW), Center for Advanced Studies (CAS), Heilbronn to accept PGPBA students from IGTC into their Master’s in Business Management program. It is intended for those IGTC students who additionally aspire to gain an international experience, a higher education in business and a master’s degree at a renowned German institution. DHBW is one of the largest higher education institutions in the German Federal State of Baden-Wuerttemberg with 9 DHBW locations & 3 DHBW campuses, catering to approximately 34,000 students and over 9,000 corporate partners across all their Bachelors and master’s programs.

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