EU Business School vs HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management vs Leipzig University - UniLeipzig vs CBS International Business School - CBS vs IU International University of Applied Sciences

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Lancaster University Leipzig (5.00)
EU Business School: wins 0/5 categories
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management: wins 0/5 categories
Leipzig University - UniLeipzig: wins 0/5 categories
CBS International Business School - CBS: wins 0/5 categories
IU International University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/5 categories
Lancaster University Leipzig: wins 4/5 categories
Forward College: wins 1/5 categories
Comparing
Barcelona, Spain
3.80
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234 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Chemistry
Best programme: International Business (B.Sc.)
Best programme: MBA
Best programme: Accounting and Business Finance
Paris, France
4.90
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16 reviews
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Best programme: Politics and International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
4.06
3.33
3.89
4.62
3.69
5.00
Win
4.47
Location
4.70
3.33
4.41
4.00
3.87
5.00
5.00
Professors
4.03
3.33
4.00
4.46
4.43
5.00
5.00
Internationality
4.70
3.00
4.53
4.69
4.44
5.00
Win
4.75
Student life
4.22
3.33
4.18
4.54
3.62
5.00
Win
4.73
Value
3.87
3.67
4.12
4.46
4.32
5.00
Win
4.63
Accommodation
3.47
2.67
4.24
3.62
3.11
4.00
4.33
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Diverse international environment and networking opportunities
  • +Knowledgeable and experienced professors with practical insights
  • +Innovative and engaging business programs
  • +Engaging curriculum and diverse, experienced professors
  • +Strong emphasis on teamwork and networking opportunities
  • +Excellent student support and administrative service
  • +Excellent academic programs and knowledgeable, supportive professors
  • +Diverse and international student body and multicultural environment
  • +Vibrant campus community and practical, career-focused learning
  • +Knowledgeable and supportive faculty
  • +Practical, real-world learning experiences
  • +Modern and spacious campus facilities
  • +Flexible online study for work-life balance
  • +Modern, intuitive digital platform for easy access
  • +Relevant, high-quality educational content
  • +Welcoming and diverse environment with awesome staff
  • +Opportunities for language learning and cultural immersion
  • +Positive overall experience and feeling of making the right choice
  • +Engaging learning environment with interactive methods
  • +Diverse and international student community
  • +Unique multi-city European study experience
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -The quality of education and teaching is often perceived as basic and unengaging.
  • -Facilities and academic support are frequently criticized as inadequate.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a significant concern.
  • -The academic quality and career support are subpar.
  • -The overall value proposition seems questionable.
  • -Administrative and management issues
  • -Outdated facilities and resources
  • -Lack of effective teaching and support
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Inconsistent and unsupportive teaching or academic guidance is a problem.
  • -Slow and unresponsive administrative processes, including grade processing and student support.
  • -Poor staff attitude and lack of accountability for errors in student records and applications.
  • -Inadequate support and guidance for online students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Course content and teaching methods are often perceived as unengaging or irrelevant.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a concern.
  • -Lack of transparency and communication is prevalent.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution demonstrates particular strengths in its **Location** and **Internationality**, both scoring very highly. **Student Life** and **Facilities** also received positive marks. Conversely, **Accomodation** emerged as the weakest area, indicating room for improvement. **Professors** and **Value** fall within a moderate range, suggesting a generally positive but not exceptional experience in these aspects.

This institution presents a generally positive academic and environmental profile. Strongest areas include Value, boasting a 3.67 rating, and Facilities, Professors, Location, and Student Life, all scoring 3.33. The weakest point is Accomodation, which received a lower rating of 2.67. Internationality sits at a moderate 3.

This institution receives high marks in several key areas, particularly for its internationality, which stands out with the highest rating. Location and accommodation also scored very well. Facilities received the lowest score among the evaluated aspects. Student life, professors, and value for money all demonstrate a positive and competitive performance.

This university receives strong commendations in several key areas, notably Internationality (4.69) and Facilities (4.62). Student Life also scores highly at 4.54. Conversely, Accomodation stands out as the lowest-rated aspect (3.62). Professors and Value are rated comparably well at 4.46 each. Location also receives a solid score of 4.

This institution garners notable praise in several key areas, with **Internationality** and **Professors** receiving particularly high scores. The **Value** proposition is also well-regarded. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the lowest-rated aspect. Other aspects like Facilities, Location, and Student Life fall within a more moderate range of positive feedback.

Consistently outstanding feedback marks this institution, with perfect scores awarded for its facilities, professors, location, student life, and international appeal. Accommodations represent the sole area of slight variance, receiving a strong but not perfect rating. Overall, the university demonstrates exceptional value, reflecting a highly positive student experience.

This university garners excellent reviews, particularly excelling in its **professors and location**, both achieving perfect scores. Student life and internationality also stand out with scores above 4.7. Areas with slightly lower, though still strong, ratings include **facilities and accommodation**. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded positive student experience with high marks across most aspects.

Reviews summary
Highlights

Approximately 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting diverse networks, knowledgeable professors, and an engaging international environment. A small percentage of feedback (~7.7%) notes disorganization and basic education.

Two out of three reviews are positive, rating the university 4-5 stars. Positive feedback highlights the program's English instruction, curriculum, and engaging professors. One negative review, representing 33.3% of feedback, criticizes the studies and career services.

With a 4.28 average rating, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students praise academic excellence, knowledgeable professors, and a supportive learning environment. Some highlight international exposure and a vibrant campus atmosphere.

Nearly all ~92% of reviews are positive, highlighting knowledgeable and supportive professors, practical lessons, and a modern campus. A small portion (~8%) suggests more career-focused events would be beneficial.

~95% of reviews are positive, praising flexibility, modern platforms, and accessible materials. A small percentage (~5%) mention issues with grading delays and slow administrative support.

With one review yielding an average rating of 5/5, ~100% of feedback is positive. The single review highlighted a welcoming, diverse environment with opportunities for language and cultural learning, praising staff. No negative feedback was recorded.

Students highly praise the interactive learning, international community, and opportunities for academic and personal growth. There are no negative reviews.

Rating distribution
5★
25%
67%
50%
54%
63%
100%
94%
4★
46%
0%
28%
31%
27%
0%
6%
3★
21%
0%
22%
15%
6%
0%
0%
2★
4%
0%
0%
0%
2%
0%
0%
1★
4%
33%
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
Most useful review
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Professor and teaching style

Although I earned my bachelor degree at the University of York in UK, it was quite theoretical. I really started to bridge the learning gap between theory and practice only when I started to pursue my master degree in Business Analytics and Data Science at EU Business School in Barcelona. What stands out most in my current program is the university’s strong emphasis on practical experience. Our professors are not only scholars but also are successful business managers and data experts, as they are either the owners of successful organizations or individuals who took on top management roles in large corporations. Their teachings are more than just the syllabus in, they also provide personal experience in the area of niche markets, provide best practices in an industry, and always provoke our thinking with regard to the existing trends in higher education, business strategy, and innovation.

Horrible Experience

I am also a recent student at HHL. I would agree with your post wholeheartedly. HHL is brilliant at marketing, however, it's more like a Ponzi scheme. A lot of Indians happen to fall into this trap, including me. I joined HHL while letting ESMT go primarily because I thought Leipzig is a cheaper city to live in and the course is cheaper. Always remember if a deal looks too good it is probably a scam. The studies are extremely below average, the college has an abysmal career centre and the campus is a joke. Now let me give you some deeper insights : 1. Given that the college is located in EAST Germany- you need to understand that RACISM is a truth. The college runs MBA and MSc. (Management). MBA is a mere point of luring students as unaware students come to HHL with dreams and hopes of doing an MBA and getting placed. To break it to you softly: MSc is the FLAGSHIP program for HHL- this means 99% of the class is German, and they got offers from the likes of Mckinsey, Bain and Deutsche come to the Germans. Even the foreigners doing MSc. do not get a whiff of the opportunity- please understand- Germany is a "German" speaking country and not internationalised enough to include "English" as the business language. Nonetheless, HHL is such a weak school that it cannot do **** about anything- their placement cell always keeps on crying but they are of absolutely ZERO help. You will not get any scholarships like the Germans do here thanks to the Dean who promotes this divide between Germans and others by giving scholarships thatd more or less cover the entire tuition fees of the German students. 2. The Academic Director for MBA is definitely someone people look at and think that good there's an Indian there- he has absolutely zero value in HHL and in the research world anyways. He is only out there to lure you in to get a fatter commission-the more Indians he gets in the higher his commission and his job is SAFE. 3. The faculty is so horribly poor in their own research work and competence that you'd feel why did I come here. The only reason why some people come here: VISA and citizenship in a few years. You may also procure a job but with the HHL tag being so weak the salaries are way below AVERAGE. Free advice: So either way if you're planning to come to Germany either perfect your German or choose a different country because colleges like HHL get students from all over the world- after which they do not really give a damn whether you get placed or not- it's ALL BUSINESS TO HHL. I cannot speak about many other colleges, but, due to the sheer presence of colleges like Frankfurt business school, WHU and ESMT in bigger cities such as Frankfurt, Berlin and Dusseldorf provide better chances to network during the duration of the course. Do NOT come to HHL and waste your money. Your entire education and stay would cost 50 lacs, instead invest in BITCOIN or STOCKS. OR just do your Masters in Management from a public University in Germany which is way cheaper, has higher chances of scholarship and better placement opportunities. Hope this helps Thanks.

Unileipzig

I am going to start at the university of Leipzig as an Erasmus Mundus student. It is my second university. I am going to do the 2nd, the 3rd and 4th semesters here. It is a very good university foe Chemistry studies and I believe it will be a great experience.

My little experience in CBS business school

I've had a good experience so far while I've been studying at CBS. However, the majority of students are of German nationality, while there are also students from other nations. If you're feeling under the weather or don't feel like going to school, they provide a blended learning option that allows you to stay at home and participate in the class simultaneously online. The campus in Cologne is not particularly cutting-edge, but I've heard that the campus in Mainz is more or less cutting-edge and attractive. The instructors and departmental officials are all cordial. The School encourages pupils to participate in a variety of sports because it values a healthy balance between work and recreation. As a result of CBS's partnerships with various significant businesses, the School is able to maintain its curricula current with the needs of the modern business world. Additionally, partnerships allow CBS to give its students greater options for internships and professional experience. By participating in business projects in collaboration with well-known companies, students can also gain important information and skills.

The best university in the world

My experience with IU is very wonderful and exceptional. The learning process is smooth and easy especially for online students and the exams are well tailored to test your knowledge on what you have been learning. It is quite great indeed.

Great environment

Lancaster University Leipzig is one of a few English speaking schools in Leipzig. The environment of the school is very welcoming and it's very diverse. Everyone, including the staff, are absolutely awesome. There are so many opportunities here, you can learn german if you can't really speak and learn different cultures because of the diversity of the school. I made a right choice coming here.

Great modern university approach

I am currently a 3rd year student at Forward College and I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to other students. The interactive approach of Forward where questions, debate, and discussion were encouraged enhanced my learning so much and I feel like I genuinely enjoyed every class. Having the experience of living in 3 different cultures, surrounded by people from all over the world made this experience even more special and helped me develop and grow in so many ways. Another aspect I have loved are the professors. Speaking with friends at other university I am so grateful to have teachers that actually know us, are excited to teach and interact with us, and will always take the time to help you.

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