Executive MBA
Fact sheet
Graduation
MBA, Executive MBA
Taught language
Englisch
Specialization
Business Management
Program Emphasis
Business, General Management, Innovation, Leadership
Course options
Part-time study
Locations
Berlin

The executive MBA from ESMT Berlin delivers a comprehensive learning experience that is designed to shape you into an effective global leader and give you the tools to thrive in a complex international business environment.
- Develop the key skills required of a general manager
- Learn how to drive innovation in a responsible, sustainable way
- Network with, and learn from your classmates
- Study part-time while you are still working, so you can apply your new skills to your role straight away
Accreditation
ESMT is accredited by German, European, and US accrediting bodies (triple-accredited). This ensures a high-quality educational experience and a degree with a
solid reputation throughout the world.
ESMT currently holds rankings in a number of publications, including appearances in the Financial Times, The Economist, Bloomberg Businessweek and Handelsblatt.
ESMT currently holds rankings in a number of publications, including appearances in the Financial Times, The Economist, Bloomberg Businessweek and Handelsblatt.
Requirements / Application
- Strong career record with at least 7 years of professional experience, three of which should include managerial experience
- Indicators of senior leadership potential for high-performance career growth
- International outlook, intercultural competence, and a responsible approach to business
- Proven teamwork skills
- Strong motivation, commitment and drive to succeed in a challenging academic program
- Clear commitment by your company about study-time allowances and project agreements, or an in-depth discussion with our EMBA management about your career plan for EMBA Career Change candidates.
Important Dates
Tuition / Fees

Early bird tuition discount: All applications from self-financing candidates received in the first admissions round are eligible for an early bird discount.
Value: 17% of EMBA tuition (€10,000)
Financial Aid
For self-funded candidates, ESMT offers partial-tuition, merit-based scholarships. ESMT awards scholarships based on academic excellence, personal and professional achievement, particularly strong leadership experience, and outstanding growth potential. Scholarships for the Executive MBA are applied directly to the applicant’s tuition.
To receive a scholarship, Executive MBA applicants first complete an online application to the Executive MBA program. In the relevant section of the application, candidates can submit their motivation for applying for any number of the following scholarships. Self-funded EMBA applicants are automatically considered for any available scholarships.
Executive MBA scholarships
Duration of study
Study method: 100% in-person over 10 modules (lasting six days each)