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Executive Education Program Director Hilde Rosenboom explains to HR Journal how leaders can empower their teams to achieve top performance through attitude, clarity, and trust. (*This article is in German)

With WELT Börse am Abend, Jörg Rocholl, president of ESMT, discussed the impact of U.S. tariffs on the global economy and the EU. (Video in German)

With ZDF Mittagsmagazin, Jörg Rocholl, president of ESMT, discussed the implications of recent U.S. tariffs on the EU and Germany. (Video in German)

In the Financial Times, Jan Hagen from ESMT Berlin highlights how leadership that prioritizes psychological safety and sustainable performance can prevent burnout and foster long-term business resilience. Reflecting on the case of Heathrow Airport’s CEO, Hagens argues that high-pressure leadership environments must be reimagined to support both individual well-being and organizational effectiveness.

In a guest commentary for Handelsblatt, Jörg Rocholl, President of ESMT, argues that a merger between Unicredit and Commerzbank is premature. He emphasizes the need for both banks to first address internal challenges and strengthen their individual positions before considering such a consolidation. (Article in German)

In Forbes, Sara Horn and Joanna Radeke from ESMT argue that today’s leadership approaches are insufficient for tackling the climate crisis or ensuring long-term business success. They call for a new kind of leadership that integrates sustainability at the core of decision-making.

With ZDF Morgenmagazin, Jörg Rocholl, president of ESMT, discussed the proposed special fund for climate and industry, highlighting the importance of effective allocation and economic growth. (Video in German)

​Joachim Wuermeling, executive in residence at ESMT's DEEP Institute, took part in a high-caliber panel organized by Börsen-Zeitung aimed at emphasizing that diversity in leadership is essential for the financial sector to effectively address complex challenges and better serve a diverse clientele.

ESMT Berlin has introduced full and partial scholarships for its executive education programs—Bringing Technology to Market, the General Management Seminar, and the Executive Transition Program—to enhance diversity in senior leadership roles by supporting candidates from varied backgrounds.

Stephanie Kluth, Director of Admissions at ESMT Berlin, was recently featured in Find MBA where she advised MBA applicants to apply early, as scholarship funds are limited and earlier applicants typically have better chances. She also noted that generic responses or recycled essays can hinder scholarship opportunities, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful, well-structured, and tailored applications. ​

Andreza André da Rocha, Senior Career Development & Employer Relations Manager at ESMT, in a news piece by Poets & Quants pointed out that business schools must actively demonstrate their commitment to diversity by employing female faculty and appointing women to senior positions. She also noted that business schools and employers should collaborate to support women's career advancement, as increased diversity at senior levels benefits organizations.

Rebecca Loades, Director of MBA Programs at ESMT, was featured in a recent Handelsblatt article where emphasized that rankings should only be one of many sources of information when choosing an MBA program. She also highlighted the importance of personal research to understand course content and organizational culture, rather than relying solely on ranking lists.

Jörg Rocholl, president of ESMT Berlin, joined radioeins to discuss the economic impact of Trump’s newly imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. He analyzed the consequences for European and German markets, as well as the broader implications of escalating trade conflicts. (Audio in German)

ESMT President Jörg Rocholl, together with Michael Backes from CISPA, outlined three crucial steps in a guest article for Handelsblatt on how Germany can achieve a breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI). (*The article is in German)

Gianluca Carnabuci, professor of organizational behavior and director of research at ESMT Berlin, was featured in the Financial Times for his research on how women can build high-status professional networks.