Business as unusual. Built for you. In Berlin.
ESMT Berlin is an international business school that develops entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.
We combine academic excellence with practical relevance to help individuals and organizations navigate complexity, lead with confidence, and create lasting impact. Located in the heart of Europe, Berlin shapes how we think, learn, and lead.
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What makes ESMT different
Three principles define what makes ESMT distinctive.
Business as unusual
Business is our origin.
We are deeply rooted in industry. That foundation keeps our education, research, and partnerships connected to real-world challenges while combining academic excellence with practical implementation. It keeps us relevant, entrepreneurial, and accountable.
- Founded by 25 global companies
- Independent business school created by business, for business
- Research and thought leadership with practical impact
- Triple Crown accredited by AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, and accredited by ZEvA
- Consistently recognized in the Financial Times rankings
Built for you
Leadership starts with people.
Our participant-centered approach prioritizes quality over scale. We know our students by name and design experiential learning journeys that enable individual growth and drive business performance. A culture of care, close relationships with faculty, and direct, empowering feedback create an experience that is rigorous and transformative. We measure our success by the outcomes our participants achieve.
- We know our participants by name
- Participant-centered learning journeys
- Close faculty relationships and a culture of care
- Measurable career impact
- Lifelong learning opportunities
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across our community
In Berlin
Berlin shapes how we think, learn, and lead.
Located in Europe’s most dynamic capital, we are the European hub that connects international talents with leading academics, scientists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and global companies, opening pathways to meaningful careers and broader impact. Our historic campus reflects Berlin's history of transformation and provides a place for global dialogue, entrepreneurial thinking, and responsible leadership.
- Located in the heart of Europe
- Historic campus shaped by Berlin's history of transformation
- Home to the Berlin Global Dialogue
- A European hub connecting business, academia, policymakers, and global companies
- A global learning community, on campus in Berlin and through international and online formats
Creating impact
Empowering people to create a better tomorrow.
Our mission is to create and impart new knowledge that advances business and society while developing entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.
Through our master’s, MBA, and PhD programs, executive education, research, and engagement with business and society, we help individuals and organizations address complex challenges and create meaningful, lasting impact.
