Unlock the next stage of your management career with a Full-time MBA
Launch your career with an ESMT Full-time MBA and gain the skills you will need to negotiate the challenges of the future.
Choice is at the heart of the MBA, with multiple opportunities to tailor the program to the type of career you want to build, while developing the core competencies required to lead in a global business.
- Focus on managerial analytics and prepare to lead and innovate in the world of business
- Develop intra- and entrepreneurial skills and take advantage of ESMT's close links to Berlin's vibrant startup scene
In an intense 15 months, this international business MBA equips you with an extensive suite of skills and experiences that will put you in the driver’s seat of your own career.
ESMT Berlin is ranked highly by many global business publications. Some of our most significant rankings include:
- #1 business school in Germany and #12 in Europe in the Financial Times European Business School Ranking 2025
- #1 in Germany and #4 in Europe for Entrepreneurship in the Poets&Quants World’s Best MBA Programs for Entrepreneurship Ranking 2025.
An MBA course tailored to your goals
The full-time MBA has been thoughtfully designed to help you develop the skills and experiences that are relevant to your desired career path. After foundational modules, you can choose from two specialization tracks: managerial analytics; or innovation and entrepreneurship.
This flexibility applies to more than just the broad suite of electives you can pick from, but also includes opportunities to study at partner schools or use your summer break to try out a summer internship, take on a social impact challenge or hone your German language skills.
Find out more about the course structure and personalization.
What to expect from the full-time MBA program
Program highlights
- Work in diverse teams, explore new leadership styles, and question conventional thinking
- Personal development and leadership are woven into the program
- Small class sizes ensures personalized constructive feedback
- The capstone project for your MBA will apply what you have learned to a real-world consulting project
- Opportunities to grow your network and work with our Career Development Center to help you secure your next job
Your profile
- You have at least three years of postgraduate professional work experience
- You are ready to change your future and accelerate your career
- You are aligned with our values of community, curiosity, courage, and rigor
- You seek a program where you can tailor your academic journey to meet your needs
Why choose ESMT Berlin?
- The Full-time MBA program is ranked #8 globally and #1 in Germany in Poets & Quants World’s Best MBA Programs For Entrepreneurship In 2025
- Study in Germany, Europe's largest economy with excellent career opportunities for graduates.
- Located in Berlin, Germany’s political, cultural, and startup capital.
- Our global alumni network of international business professionals represents numerous industries and sectors around the world
Program topics
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Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Managerial Analytics
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Strategic Leadership
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Global Strategic Management
Visit us on campus, get €300 off tuition
Meet us in Berlin—join an Open House or an on-campus chat and get €300 off tuition if you enroll in an MBA program.
Everyone comes from different areas, different countries, and different expertise...
So you understand that there isn't one right way to a solution. There are diverse ways and you learn to be a bit more open minded. Some tasks and solutions truly enhances my learning experience as well as my communication and collaboration skills. You also get to know other fields, like consulting, tech fields, entrepreneurial.
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Want to learn more?
Find out more about the ESMT Full-time MBA program by visiting us on campus or attending one of our recruiting events near you. This is your chance to meet an ESMT Berlin representative or current student and bring any questions you might have about the school or the program.
