WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management vs CBS International Business School - CBS vs International School of IT Security vs Ruhr University of Bochum vs Bochum University of Applied Sciences

Side-by-side comparison from 22 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management (4.50)
WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management: wins 2/5 categories
CBS International Business School - CBS: wins 3/5 categories
International School of IT Security: wins 0/5 categories
Ruhr University of Bochum: wins 0/5 categories
Bochum University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/5 categories
EBZ Business School: wins 0/5 categories
Protestant University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/5 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Business
Best programme: International Business (B.Sc.)
Best programme: Chemistry
Bochum, Germany
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Facilities
4.50
4.62
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Location
4.50
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4.20
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Professors
4.50
4.46
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Internationality
3.50
4.69
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Student life
3.50
4.54
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Value
4.50
4.46
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Accommodation
4.00
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Excellent faculty and practical learning experiences
  • +International exposure and real-world business cases
  • +Engaging program with opportunities for skill development and creativity
  • +Knowledgeable and supportive faculty
  • +Practical, real-world learning experiences
  • +Modern and spacious campus facilities

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  • +Free tuition and welcoming professors
  • +Well-structured courses and research opportunities
  • +Numerous skill development and social opportunities

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support from staff are consistently criticized.
  • -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  • -Outdated facilities and lack of resources hinder learning.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.

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  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a recurring problem.
  • -Lack of resources and support hinders learning.

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Rating summary
What students say

Overall, this university garners very positive feedback. Its strongest aspects include excellent Facilities, Professors, and Location, all scoring a high 4.5. Value is also rated highly at 4.5. Areas with slightly lower scores are Student Life and Internationality, both at 3.5. Accommodations received a solid 4.

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.

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This institution garners strong acclaim, particularly for its Internationality and Professors, both scoring 4.5 or higher. Student Life and Location also received commendable ratings around 4.1-4.2. The weakest area is Accomodation, with a rating of 3.53. Facilities are rated moderately at 4.03, and Value is also high at 4.5.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

The university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (100% positive reviews) with an average rating of 4.5/5. Students highlight experienced professors, a strong mix of theory and practical application, and enjoyable staff and fellow students.

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.

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All seven reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.29/5. Students highlight strong teaching quality, research opportunities, and a welcoming environment. Some mention a desire for more online content and better international student support.

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Rating distribution
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Most useful review
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Blend of business and creativity

Amazing program, it provides the perfect blend and opportunity to learn skills and also explore your creativity. Most professors are very experienced and well known within their field of expertise. Some are outstanding and provide you with great knowledge. There is a lot of emphases given to practical learning and group projects. WHU staff, as well as students, were good fun.

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.

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