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Welcome to ESMT Berlin

Germany's Leading Business School
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Triple Crown
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS

ESMT Berlin is a leading international business school offering master, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education. Our programs focus on leadership, innovation, and analytics with sustainability and responsibility at the forefront of what we teach. 

We are committed to educating the next generation of leaders, who think globally, act responsibly, and leave a positive impact on business and society. 

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Facts and Figures

3,500
Executives participate in the ESMT executive education programs each year
36,000+
Executives have completed our executive education programs
200+
Employees
1,016
Students representing 85 countries

Areas of impact

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

We strive for an inclusive, diverse, and equitable working and learning environment. In 2019, ESMT signed the Charta der Vielfalt (Diversity Charter), joining Germany’s largest network of companies and organizations committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which to work and learn.

Entrepreneurship and innovation

Since its founding, ESMT has been committed to driving innovation forward. As a neutral academic platform, we bring together key stakeholders to support the next generation of entrepreneurs and groundbreaking developments in innovation and entrepreneurship. Through DEEP – Institute for Deep Tech Innovation – and Vali Berlin, the ESMT’s entrepreneurship hub, we create an inspiring environment that supports start-ups and pioneering technologies, actively promoting knowledge transfer between research and practice.

Sustainability

Sustainability and social impact play a fundamental role in research, teaching, outreach, and action at ESMT. The ESMT Institute for Sustainable Transformation creates and shares knowledge to transform organizations, industries, and value chains towards sustainability. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are important components at the forefront of sustainable transformation at ESMT.

Social impact

Commitment to social impact is deeply rooted in the identity of our institution. We empower our students and our community to make a meaningful contribution to society by fostering innovation, leadership, and sustainability. Through Social Impact Projects, our students have the opportunity to address real societal challenges and develop sustainable, practical solutions.

Global outreach

We bring together a diverse student body, participants in our executive education programs, and renowned faculty with strong global partners. As a member of the Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM), we offer our students and faculty additional international perspectives and opportunities for collaboration. This cooperation aligns with our mission and creates positive impact for business and society.

Why choose ESMT?

Choose ESMT for your studies and join a global community of innovative thinkers and responsible leaders. Benefit from our triple crown accreditation, international faculty, extensive industry connections, and a dynamic campus in the heart of Berlin. At ESMT, you'll gain the skills and network to shape a better tomorrow. 

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Your ideal study destination

As a student at ESMT you are not just joining one of Europe’s leading business schools, but stepping into one of the world’s most celebrated cities.

Insights and highlights

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Student life

ESMT’s campus in Berlin makes student life dynamic, upbeat, and rewarding. 

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ESMT Knowledge

Discover our experts' latest research on leadership, innovation, and analytics.

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Alumni benefits

Access a global community sharing expertise and professional assistance to help guide passion into the pursuit of purpose.

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3
Dec
Prospective students
Global Online MBA: Admissions Q&A
December 3, 2024
17:00 - 17:30 | Online
4
Dec
Prospective students
Masters Fair, Berlin
December 4, 2024
09:30 - 17:00 | Berlin, Germany
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Dec
12
Dec
Prospective students
MBA Bites: Bite-sized lecture - December Edition
December 12, 2024
13:00 - 13:30 | Online

Founders and benefactors

ESMT Berlin was founded in 2002 by 25 leading global companies and institutions.