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Master in Global Management

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Open House - Degree programs, June 13

Preparing you for a career in international business

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Global Immersion

Practical experiences are central to the program, giving you time to apply new skills in real-world environments and prepare for the job market:

  • Take advantage of internship opportunities during the program.
  • Take an academic term abroad at one of ESMT's top-ranked partners around the world, including the Global Impact Program (GIP) with the University of Virginia.
  • During your Master's in Global Management program, you have the option to enroll in German language classes designed to enhance your academic journey by integrating language learning with practical applications. Improving your proficiency in German adds a valuable skill set that supports both your personal growth and future career opportunities.
SIP
Social Impact Project

The Social Impact Project is a four-month project with a five-week intensive field project as part of the Master in Global Management program.

It offers you the opportunity to serve as an economic or management consultant for an organization with specific social impact objectives, such as:

  • a non-profit organization
  • a CSR department
  • a social entrepreneurship venture, or
  • a social impact project of a for-profit organization. 
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Finance and Investment Certificate

Take optional advanced finance courses that focus on global investment strategies to deepen your understanding of the finance world.

 

You will be issued an ESMT Finance and Investment Certificate in addition to your master's degree. 

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Global Impact Program

The Global Impact Program (GIP), developed in partnership with the University of Virginia's McIntire School of Commerce, offers an immersive exchange option in Charlottesville, USA in your second year at ESMT.

  • Engage in a specialized curriculum focused on sustainability and social impact
  • Gain insights from a leading business school in the world’s largest economy, the USA
  • Form teams with UVA peers for the social impact projects
  • Expand your professional network through hands-on international collaboration
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Ready to start your application?

If you are interested in joining the ESMT community, then it is time to start your application. Still need more information before making your decision?

Visit the admissions page to learn more about the requirements for enrolling and the documents you will need for your application.

Alternatively, you may need more details about the range of scholarships that we offer or the cost of a master's program at ESMT Berlin.

Or perhaps you are curious about how we can help you start laying the foundations of your career while you study?

How to apply for the Master's in Global Management

  1. Create an account in the online application portal
  2. Select your program of interest
    If you have not decided about the format that suits you the best, you can apply to multiple programs.
  3. Complete the application form and upload required files
    More information on requirements can be found on the admissions page
  4. Application review
  5. Interview with admissions
    Interviews may be conducted by either admissions, careers or program directors or program faculty leads.
  6. Decision and enrollment
    After accepting an offer you will receive access to an internal student portal, which will provide you with all necessary information regarding the next steps. A dedicated Student Services manager will be available to assist you with any further needs and questions you may have.

Program Advisory Committee (PAC)

Each MSc program at ESMT Berlin is supported by a Program Advisory Committee (PAC) made up of alumni and industry professionals. These committees offer strategic guidance on program development, career placement, and market relevance, working closely with the Director of Programs and Faculty Leads.

PAC members for Master in Global Management

Gilles Bouman

Gilles Bouman

Gilles, born and raised in Amsterdam, is a Master in Management 2016 alumni that started his career at Roland Berger in 2018. In 2023, he joined Mentha Capital (a Dutch private equity firm focused on SME in the Benelux) to help set up their new Impact Fund. 

This Fund was successfully raised in the summer of 2024 and aims to invest in companies that have a positive impact on the environment whilst making a financial return. He happily lives in Amsterdam, with his partner and newborn daughter. 

Michael Szadurski

Michael Szadurski

Michael Szadurski is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in corporate finance, valuation, and mergers & acquisitions (M&A), particularly within the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. 

He has led numerous international M&A transactions for a DAX40 company and currently serves as a Partner at IOM Advisory. In this role, he advises entrepreneurs, corporations, and financial investors on medium-sized M&A transactions. Michael's expertise extends to corporate valuations and financing, making him a valuable asset in the industry.

Michael holds a Master of Business Administration from the ESMT Berlin. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Nicole Wagner

Nicole Wagner

Nicole is an ESMT Berlin Master in Management alumna and the Director of Product & Engineering at McKinsey & Company, where she is responsible for building and scaling new businesses across multiple markets, with a particular focus on the consumer sector. 

Her core areas of expertise include defining and launching end-to-end customer-centric experiences (releasing MVPs within three months), scaling digital products through continuous data-driven delivery, and building high-performance, cross-functional agile teams. 

Oliver Engels

Dr. Oliver Engels

Oliver Engels is an Alumni of ESMT and successfully graduated in 2006 in the first MBA class with honors and as one of two winners of the Leadership Award. His academic background is Physics, where he graduated as PhD in 1998. 

Oliver held executive positions with KPMG, Fresenius and since 2014 with Deutsche Börse. In addition, Oliver had various Non-Executive Director assignments, currently on the Supervisory Board of Clearstream Fund Center Holding S.A.  

Sapthagiri Chapalapalli

Sapthagiri Chapalapalli

Sapthagiri Chapalapalli is Head of TCS in Europe, based in Frankfurt, Germany. Since 2020, he has overseen IT services, consulting, and business solutions across 22 countries, serving over 300 clients.

He led the launch of TCS Pace Ports in Amsterdam and Paris, expanded the European Delivery Network, and guided the organization to carbon neutrality in 2022. Previously, he was Vice President and Managing Director for TCS in Germany and Austria, and held leadership roles in the UK and US. He holds an MBA in Finance, HR, and Marketing from the T.A. Pai Management Institute and a BBM from GITAM (Andhra University).

Sarena Lin

Sarena Lin

Sarena Lin is a global executive and board director with 25 years of experience in life sciences and technology. She serves on the supervisory boards of Siemens Healthineers AG and Bergman Clinics.

From 2021 to 2023, she was Chief Transformation and Talent Officer and a member of the Board of Management at Bayer AG. Prior to that, she was President of Elanco Animal Health and of Cargill’s global animal nutrition business, following her role as Corporate Vice President for strategy and M&A. Sarena started her career at McKinsey, where she was managing partner for McKinsey‘s Taipei office  

Sarena holds an MBA in Strategy and an MA in International Relations from Yale, and a BA in Computer Science from Harvard.

Torsten Kurth

Torsten Kurth

Torsten Kurth is a Senior Partner and Managing Director at The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in Berlin, which he joined in 2000. He is a core member of its Health Care and Industrial Goods practices as well as its global scientists' network, and the Global Topic Leader for Nature, focusing on biodiversity, water, and regenerative land use. 

He previously led the Berlin office for seven years, contributes to BCG’s Social Impact network, and serves on ESMT’s advisory council.

Before BCG, he was a research scientist at BASF AG, specializing in pharma, agro, and fine chemicals. Torsten holds a degree in economics and earned his master’s and PhD in biochemistry in Leipzig and at Brandeis University.

Frequently asked questions

Not the answers you were looking for? Check out our FAQ page for more.

What are the MGM application requirements?

  • A Bachelor's degree
  • Proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS) or graduating from a university program taught in English
  • Completed application, including essays and one recommendation
  • Having less than 24 months of post-graduate professional experience (not including internship or work experience prior to bachelor program graduation)

Find out more information about admission requirements here.

Does ESMT Berlin offer on-campus housing?

ESMT offers student accommodation in 7 shared flats near campus, just a 10-min walk away. 

Full-time ESMT students can apply for single or double rooms in the shared flats – each fully furnished and equipped with WIFI. For more information on ESMT student accommodation, click here. As there are limited rooms available, please also consider other housing options. 

What should I consider before moving to Berlin?

Visas

All non-EU/non-EEA nationals staying in Germany are typically required to obtain a visa before entering the country, if they intend to stay for more than 90 days to work or study.

Issuing a German student visa might take up to 6 months. Though the process is often quicker, we advise all admitted students to reach the embassies in their countries as early as possible.

APS

The APS Certificate is mandatory for students holding bachelor or Master degrees from China (Mainland), India, Mongolia and Vietnam who are interested in studying in Germany. Before applying for a visa, you have to hand in your academic certificates and documents to the APS office in your respective country. This procedure might take time. We would recommend booking an appointment as soon as possible.

You can read all about the APS for China and the APS for India on their respective websites or contact the German embassy.

Residence permit

After entering Germany for study purposes, students are required to register as a resident at their new address with the local registration office (Bürgeramt) and apply for a residence permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis/Aufenthaltstitel) at the local immigration authority (Ausländerbehörde/Landesamt für Einwanderung). This document is the permit that allows non-EU or non-EEA nationals to live and study in Berlin for the duration of the program.

Upon receiving a valid residence permit in Germany, you may travel to another country within the Schengen zone, visa-free, using a valid passport for up to 90 days per six-month period.

Can I extend my residence permit after the program is finished?

According to current German immigration regulations, after successfully graduating from a German higher education institution, you are eligible to extend your residence permit for up to 18 months and receive a so-called job search permit (which is more beneficial compared to job seeker visas for specialists without a German diploma). During this time, you can search for suitable employment that complements your German university degree.

What are the MGM GMAT and GRE requirements?

GMAT or GRE scores are not obligatory if candidates can provide alternative evidence of outstanding quantitative skills and/or scientific training within their Bachelor’s studies through competitive grades. As a guideline, GMAT scores below 600, or GRE scores below 304 are not competitive.

Please note that depending on the educational background, as well as the grades, the review of the scores can focus more on the quantitative section of respective test

What are the MGM tuition fees and payment schedule?

Tuition for the full two-year MGM program is currently €35,000.

MGM full tuition fees are paid in three installments over the two academic years, as follows:

  • To officially confirm your enrollment and reserve your place in the class, a first deposit of €5,000 should be paid no later than four weeks after receiving your acceptance offer. This deposit will be deducted from future tuition payments.
  • The remaining tuition fees are to be paid in two equal installments, at the beginning (September) and after the first year of the program.

These fees cover all courses and seminars, teaching materials, orientation, and career support.

In addition to tuition, students should budget enough money for relocation and living expenses. We recommend that you budget around €1,200 per month for living expenses.

Full tuition fee information can be found here

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