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ESMT Bites is a series of bite-sized online lectures designed to give you an authentic preview of the ESMT classroom experience. Each session features one of our distinguished faculty members introducing a core idea from their field, sharing practical insights, and engaging participants in the kind of discussion that defines our degree programs.

Whether you are exploring an MBA or a master's degree, ESMT Bites gives you a meaningful introduction to our faculty, our academic approach, and our community.

Our September edition features a lecture from lecture by Rebecca Schaumberg, Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior at ESMT Berlin. The topic will be When Calling a Task "Easy'" Backfires. Join us to explore what happens after someone begins a task they were told is easy – and why struggling with something "easy" can activate feelings of shame, reduce help-seeking, and even undermine feelings of pride in success.

Date: Thursday, September 17
Time: 1:00-1:30 pm
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Considering pursuing a master's degree? It can feel like a big decision, especially with so many factors to consider. Join this webinar to hear firsthand perspectives on how to approach that decision and gain clarity on your master’s journey.

In this live Q&A session, Anita Garbin and Sakshi Acharya, master's graduates from the Class of 2026, will share their experiences of choosing a master’s program. They will outline: 

• how they compared different schools and programs
• what helped them decide which option was the right fit
• what they learned during their time at ESMT Berlin
• practical considerations on moving to a new country, adapting to a new environment, and visa requirements

This webinar is suitable for anyone interested in the master's programs at ESMT looking to better understand what to think about before choosing a program. 

We look forward to meeting you online!

Time: 12:00pm-12:30pm (Berlin time)

Language:  English
 
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Learn how our Part-time MBA helps you advance your career without putting it on hold, while learning alongside an ambitious community of professionals.

During the session, you will get clear, practical answers to your questions about:

• the application requirements and process
• curriculum structure
• in-person networking opportunities
• online learning
• career/study balance
• and more

Tickets are free, but you will need to reserve your place in advance. We look forward to meeting you online!

Date: Tuesday, August 25

Time: 
12:00pm -12:30pm

Language: This webinar will be in English
 
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Learn how our Full-time MBA equips you with the skills required to advance your career and shape your leadership journey – all while building your life in Berlin.

During the session with Stephanie Kluth, Director of Admissions, you will get clear, practical answers to your questions about:

• the application requirements and processes
• scholarship opportunities
• networking and curriculum elements
• life in Berlin and on the ESMT campus
• career outcomes
• and more

Tickets are free, but you will need to reserve your place in advance. We look forward to meeting you online!

Date: Thursday, August 27

Time: 
1:00pm-2:00pm

Language: This webinar will be in English
 
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Hear firsthand experiences from MBA students, discover how they balance work, study, and personal commitments, and get practical advice on whether a part-time MBA (Part-time, Global Online, or Executive MBA) is the right fit for you.

This session offers a unique opportunity to gain insights from people who recently faced the same questions and decisions you may be considering today. 

Get real-time answers to your questions from current students on topics including:

• What the weekly workload and time commitment typically look like
• Strategies for staying productive and avoiding burnout
• How flexible learning formats support busy professionals
• How our part-time MBA programs prepare you for leadership without pausing your career
• Whether a part-time MBA is the right investment for your future

Tickets are free, but you will need to reserve your place in advance. We look forward to meeting you online!

Date: Thursday, September 10

Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm

Language: This webinar will be in English

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Join our virtual Open House to explore ESMT Berlin’s MBA programs and find out which path best fits your professional goals.

In this online session, Rebecca Loades, Director of MBA Programs, will introduce ESMT Berlin’s MBA portfolio: the Full-time, Part-time, Global Online and Executive MBA. 

Join us to learn more about:

• the different program formats
• curriculum
• career development opportunities
• international community
• and the application process

Tickets are free, but you will need to reserve your place in advance. We look forward to meeting you online!

Date: Tuesday, October 13

Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm (CEST)

Language: This webinar will be in English

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2026

• ESMT Bites with Prof. Zoltán Antal-Mokos – learn how ESMT can inspire your management journey
• ESMT Bites with ESMT's president Jörg Rocholl – learn how the MBA prepares future leaders for the corporate world of tomorrow

2024-2025

• ESMT Bites: Bite-sized lecture with Prof Konstantin Korotov – learn more about the topic of leading adaptive change
• ESMT Bites: Bite-sized lecture with Prof. Urs Mueller – dive into ethics and AI and learn more about the bias in image prompting
• ESMT Bites: Bite-sized lecture with Prof. Michal Grajek – discover more about imperfect competition and game theory
• ESMT Bites: Bite-sized lecture with Prof. Jan Hagen – ideas around managing errors in organizations, failure tolerance, and avoiding preventable failures.
• ESMT Bites: Bite-sized lecture with Prof. Linus Dahlander – explore the topic of autonomy and entrepreneurial teams 

• ESMT graduates leading social change – learn more about the Responsible Leaders Fellowship, an opportunity for MBA and master's graduates to employ their fresh business and management knowledge to tackle pressing social challenges.

• The wider value of an EMST master's degree – Tino Elgner, Director of Master’s Programs at ESMT Berlin, and Sakshi Acharya, a current ESMT student, share their perspectives on what makes the ESMT master's experience unique.
• Top tips for your MSc at ESMT –  three students from our three master's programs share their insider knowledge of ESMT, helping you decide what to study and how our school can help you thrive
• MSc insider: our master's programs – students from across our master's programs share their experiences and their best advice for the admissions process

• Student insights & application tips - Master in Innovation and Entrepreneurship –  In this session, Anita Garbin (Class of 2026) and Alexander Berner (Class of 2027) share why they chose the MIE, how they approached the application, and what their experience has been like so far. From academic insights to career impact, gain a clear and honest perspective on what to expect from the MIE at ESMT Berlin.
   
• From founder mindset to VC: careers after the Master in Innovation & Entrepreneurship – join us for a student-led Q&A with ESMT alum Caroline Baltrusch, Venture Capital Investor at XAnge, about how the MIE can shape your career. 
   

• Careers in Data after the Master in Analytics and AI – join us for a student-led Q&A with ESMT alum Javokhir Jurakhodjaev, a Data Engineer at Bloomberg. Learn more about the career path after the Master in Analytics & AI, and what working in a data-focused role looks like in practice. 
   

• What is the ROI of an MBA? – watch an upfront discussion between ESMT's Career Development Center and MBA alumni about the benefits of MBA programs, career opportunities after graduation, and the value of an MBA degree beyond salary progression.
   
• Admissions requirements for the Full-time, Part-time, and Global Online MBAs – get a comprehensive overview of everything you need to know to apply for ESMT Berlin's top-ranked MBA programs
   
• Balancing Parenthood and an MBA – A Q&A with MBA students from different programs, discussing how they juggle the demands of school and home life

• Full-time MBA info session – hear from your admissions and programs managers and learn more about the MBA application process, scholarships, and global career opportunities
• Full-time MBA alumni panel – learn how Full-time MBA alumni have switched careers, moved to new cities, or even changed industries after graduation
• Full-time MBA student panel – watch a Q&A session with current FTMBA students, and discover their firsthand experiences of the program, Berlin, and adjusting to MBA life.

• Global Online MBA info session – meet the Global Online MBA Program Manager and get clear, practical answers to your questions about the application process, curriculum structure, optional in-person learning experiences, career outcomes, and more.
• Global Online MBA student panel – hear firsthand accounts what it is like to do the Global Online MBA at ESMT Berlin, and how students have navigated the program’s flexible, online format while balancing demanding careers and personal commitments.
• Balancing a full-time job and the Global Online MBA – A Q&A with GOMBA students about the realities of juggling coursework and a career
• GOMBA Bites: Bite sized lecture with Prof. Catalina Stefanescu-Cuntze – dive into the Global Online MBA teachings with one of the program professors 
  
   

• Part-time MBA student Q&A – this Part-time MBA student panel gives you a first-hand view of what it’s really like to pursue an MBA while working. Current students answer questions about the application process, program workload, flexibility, the learning experience, career opportunities, and networking at ESMT.
   
• Part-time MBA alumni panel – this interactive session provides honest perspectives from Part-time MBA alumni, giving you more info about the workload, learning experience, and career development options.

Executive MBA Admissions Q&A – Learn more about the Executive MBA and its admission process from Dr. Olga Pawlowskaya, Senior Admissions Manager