Who it fits
- Graduates in business, economics, management, communications or the social sciences
- People working in finance, HR, marketing and operations
- Anyone planning to start with a master’s in Germany and move into work
What is usually required
- A university degree recognised in Germany.
- An employment contract whose link to the degree can be shown.
- B2 German for most roles, and higher for client-facing ones.
- For a Blue Card, the general salary threshold — the shortage reduction rarely applies in these fields.
The route, step by step
- Establish how your degree is recognised and which roles it maps to.
- Take German to B2 — in this field it is the step that decides the outcome.
- Apply and secure an employment contract.
- Apply under § 18b or for the EU Blue Card.
- Register and collect the residence permit in Germany.
This page is informational and is not legal advice. Requirements change; ask the competent authority for binding information.
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