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Who we are

Main entrance of ESMT
Triple Crown
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS
Founded in 2002 by 25 leading global companies, ESMT offers master’s, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education across its campus in Berlin, various locations around the world, online, and in an online blended format.
Focusing on leadership, innovation, and analytics, our diverse faculty publishes outstanding research in top academic journals. The international business school provides an interdisciplinary platform for discourse between politics, business, and academia. ESMT is a non-profit private institution of higher education, accredited by AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, and FIBAA. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion across all our activities and communities.

Our brand

Over 20 years after our founding, we are excited to unveil our refreshed brand, marking a new chapter in our journey. We have updated our logo, tagline, and color palette to reflect our forward-looking identity while honoring our roots.

Our new logo is inspired by the iconic Berlin TV tower, visible from our campus in the heart of Berlin. This tower, a beacon of East-West collaboration and German reunification, mirrors our commitment to global cooperation, innovative thinking, unity, and progress. The logo’s transmission line signifies a shift in perspective, blending elements of our past with a bold vision for the future.

Our tagline, “Business as unusual,” encapsulates the innovative spirit of ESMT Berlin. It reflects our commitment to transformative leadership and celebrates Berlin’s dynamic and ever-strengthened atmosphere.

With a thoughtfully chosen color palette representing our values and vision, we are poised to continue shaping the future of business education. Join us on this exciting journey as we empower people to create a better tomorrow.