About ISM
The International School of Management (ISM) is a private, state-recognized University of Applied Sciences in Germany, established in 1990 and headquartered in Dortmund. Renowned for its international orientation and practical approach to business education, ISM offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and MBA programs across seven campuses: Dortmund, Frankfurt am Main, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Berlin.
ISM a flagship of University of Applied Sciences, is recognized at the highest international level by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and was the first private German University of Applied Sciences that was awarded the prestigious AACSB accreditation which is an emblem of excellence in research and teaching.
ISM holds accreditations from the German Council of Science and Humanities, FIBAA, and since 2024, the prestigious AACSB accreditation, making it the first private German University of Applied Sciences to achieve this distinction.
The ISM provides teaching through top professors, have an international network, excellent career opportunities and study exchange opportunities abroad.
The ISM carries over approx. 3,800 students, boasts a diverse international community, with students from more than 85 nationalities. The university emphasizes small class sizes and personalized learning environments.


The International School of Management (ISM), Germany has established collaborations with 188 partner universities across 43 countries, facilitating opportunities for student exchanges and global exposure.
In New Delhi , India, Asia Pacific Institute of Management (AIM), is one of the first institute to collaborate for the undergraduate programs.
This partnership offers a Three -year Undergraduate programs. Student will be studying for the first, Second, year at AIM Delhi, India and the third year at ISM, Germany, providing them with a comprehensive international academic experience.

Vision: Be a leading business school in Germany with a focus of internationalisation and industry outreach.
Mission: We put a strong emphasis on applied education, international mindset and individual learning experiences. In this way, we inspire students to become responsible business professionals in a world marked by global, digital and sustainable transformations.
Goal:
- Provide excellent teaching
- Enhance applied research and promote young researchers
- Foster international reach and partnerships
- Promote cooperation with the business community
- Drive digital transformation
- Strengthen commitment to sustainability