About the ESMT Executive MBA
The ESMT Executive MBA is designed for experienced professionals seeking to accelerate their leadership journey. Delivered fully in-person, the program brings together senior executives from around the world, representing a wide range of industries and backgrounds. You’ll benefit from a rigorous curriculum, international exposure, and a collaborative learning environment that challenges and inspires.
A tailored experience for automotive professionals
We understand the importance of sector-specific learning. If at least five automotive professionals enroll, we will offer a custom 1-week module dedicated to the automotive industry. You can choose to take this in lieu of the elective week, or complete both.
Our faculty will also integrate automotive insights throughout the program, ensuring your learning remains relevant and impactful.
How do the programs compare?
The table shows the differences between the custom Automotive EMBA and the ESMT EMBA:
| Feature | Automotive EMBA | ESMT EMBA |
| Industry focus: | Automotive | Various plus an exclusive 1-week module focused on the automotive sector |
| Delivery format: | Blended: 5 in-person weeks (3 in Berlin, 2 at partner schools), 3 online modules | Fully in-person: 10 weeks (7 in Berlin, 3 at international destinations) |
| Start date: | February 2026 | October 2025 |
| Tuition fee: | €50,000 | €50,000 (honoring custom program rate; standard is €64,800) |
| Cohort: | Automotive professionals | Senior executives with an average of 15 years’ experience, 24 nationalities, broad sector diversity (including automotive) |
| Networking: | Solely within the automotive sector | Extensive cross-industry networking and learning from a global, multi-sector cohort |
Learn more about the ESMT Executive MBA
Discover how the ESMT Executive MBA has transformed the careers of past participants. Watch alumni videos and learn more about the impact of the program and the lifelong value of the ESMT network:
- Julia’s Executive MBA journey at Mercedes-Benz Vans
- Heather’s Executive MBA journey at Volvo and Mack Fin Services
- Siemens Energy leaders reflect on their executive MBA journey
- Luciano talks about the pharmaceutical industry and his Executive MBA journey
You can also enjoy these free mini-classes from our excellent faculty:
- The social side of burnout – Prof. Eric Quintane
- How to foster an innovation culture in established companies – Prof. Bianca Schmitz
- Claiming value in negotiations – Prof. Martin Schweinsberg
Ready to take the next step?
To transfer your application over to the Executive MBA, please contact:
- Dr. Olga Pavlowskaya: admissions@esmt.org
Please also reach out with any questions, we are here to help.
The application process for both programs is the same so all application steps you have completed thus far will be recognized.