Berlin Part-Time MBA
- DegreeMaster of Business Administration (MBA)
- Type of studyPart-time study
- Standard period of study24 months
- Commencement of studiesWinter semester (1 Oct)
- Credits (ECTS)90
- Language of instructionEnglish
- Department / Central InstituteBerlin Professional School
Degree programme
The Berlin MBA has been developed for ambitious executives who are keen to address the challenges of responsible management in a global context. The core modules teach fundamental General Management skills - such as marketing, HR, strategy, finance and accounting. The seminars are enriched by the diversity of our students, who bring different professional experience and backgrounds. Interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving are explored, while cross-sector and interdepartmental thinking is fostered.
The programme stands out for its interactive and practice-oriented teaching style. Real-life business challenges and the extensive professional experience of participants are actively integrated into classroom discussions. All lecturers bring leadership experience and are recognised experts in their fields.
You can pursue your individual interests and professional focal points in a variety of ways: when selecting your elective modules, during integrated study visits or when writing your final Master's thesis. Elective modules allow for thematic specialisation, including areas such as Innovative Sustainability, Digital Business & Technology Management, and Transformation Management and Change and Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
For extensive information about our programme see the website of the Berlin Professional School
Professional field
The Berlin MBA prepares graduates for management and leadership roles across all industries and professional fields. Regardless of whether you want to expand your current leadership role, assume management tasks within your company in future or completely change the direction of your professional career, our management training will open up new career and promotion opportunities.
Upon completion of the programme, students will have gained or deepened their knowledge, understanding, and practical abilities in general management and core business disciplines. They will have developed critical reflection and leadership competencies.
Leadership is understood as taking conscious personal, entrepreneurial, and societal responsibility in a global context – whether as managers or consultants in international companies or organisations.
Degree structure
The Berlin MBA programme has a duration of 24 months and is taught entirely in English. The program is divided into three sections: traditional General Management core modules, specific elective modules and Master's thesis. Individual interests can be pursued in our wide range of elective modules and integrated study visits.
The final Master's thesis is designed as a company project and aims to focus on the practical application of the interdisciplinary content covered throughout the MBA programme. You will have to demonstrate your understanding of the modules in one or more ways, such as written exams, homework, and individual or group presentations.
Core modules:
- Coping with a Complex Environment
- Managing Core Processes
- Managing Human Ressources
- Accounting and Managing Value
- Managing Financial Ressources
- Managing Marketing
- Formulating Strategy
- Leadership Development
Elective modules:
- Innovative Sustainability (Study Visit)
- International Management
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Transformation Management and Change
- Digital Business and Technology Management
- International Finance and Mergers and Acquisitions
- Completed university degree
- Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience after the first academic degree
- Proof of very good English skills (Level C1 CEFR; e.g. TOEFL, IELTS)
Applications are accepted starting December 1st each year. We encourage applying early, as admissions are granted on a rolling basis to qualified candidates.
Fees and grants
- Tuition fees
Guidance for prospective students
Berlin Professional School
Andrea Winzek
Berlin Part-Time MBA
+49 30 30877-1407
bps-mbapart@hwr-berlin.de