Full-Time Master of Business Administration (MBA)
A transformative one-year MBA programme for global professionals seeking leadership and career advancement in business.
Best for:Best for professionals with at least two years of postgraduate experience seeking a career change or leadership development in global business.
Overview
The Full-Time MBA at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management is a rigorous one-year programme designed for ambitious professionals worldwide. Located in Düsseldorf, Germany, it combines interdisciplinary coursework, immersive international experiences, and leadership development to prepare students for top-tier careers. The curriculum follows the Start.Grow.Sustain framework, covering strategy, finance, marketing, data science, and sustainability. Students engage in global projects, workshops, and a final internship or research project, all while building a lifelong professional network. The programme is fully taught in English and attracts a diverse, multicultural cohort.
What you'll do
- Develop a global business mindset through immersive international courses across Europe, the USA, and beyond.
- Participate in interdisciplinary, multicultural study groups to enhance leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Complete a final internship or research project (17 weeks) to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.
- Engage in leadership development workshops and challenges, including the Future Leaders Fundraising Challenge and Midterm Strategy Challenge.
- Choose elective courses tailored to personal career goals, such as negotiation skills, risk management, or leadership communications.
- Collaborate on international projects with partners in Germany and abroad.
- Attend lectures by international guest speakers and participate in social entrepreneurship projects.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any field from an accredited university
Language: English; C1 proficiency (TOEFL iBT 100 or IELTS Academic 7, or equivalent)
Instruction: English
- Minimum of two years of postgraduate work experience
- Proficiency in English (C1 level)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams
- Basic understanding of business fundamentals (preferred but not mandatory)
- No nationality restrictions
- No residency requirements
- No age restrictions
- Minimum of two years of postgraduate work experience required
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-07-15 (Europe/Berlin)
Applicants must submit their application through the official WHU application portal. Required documents include a CV, proof of English proficiency, academic transcripts, proof of work experience, GMAT/GRE/WHU Admissions Test (BAT) scores or equivalent, and letters of recommendation. Specific deadlines apply based on visa requirements: 30 April for applicants requiring APS, 31 May for those requiring a visa, and 15 July for all other applicants.
- CV
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor's degree)
- Proof of work experience (minimum 2 years)
- GMAT/GRE/WHU Admissions Test (BAT) scores or alternative qualifications
- Letters of recommendation (number not specified)
- Passport-sized photograph
- Motivation letter
Contact
WHU Admissions Office· Admissions Coordinator
https://www.whu.edu/en/programs/mba-program/full-time-mba/application-admissions
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