ESMT Berlin

Schlossplatz 1, Berlin

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Don’t miss out on a new and exclusive online management programme offered by ESMT, Imperial, and IE coming this Fall. Learn more about the 12-week Master’s in Management Essentials Programme now!


ESMT Berlin - European School of Management and Technology GmbH, located in the heart of Berlin, Germany, is a private business school founded by 25 multinational corporations. The school’s expertise focuses on the development of entrepreneurial leaders with a global focus on social responsibility and the management of technology. ESMT is one of the top ranked business schools in Germany with a global network of alumni in over 50 countries. In addition to executive education, ESMT offers three degree programs:   

Master's in Management
Full-time MBA

Part-time MBA
Executive MBA (EMBA)


Rankings

The Financial Times Business School Rankings currently rank ESMT Berlin as the #1 business school in Germany and #9 in Europe.

The EMBA program has been ranked #1 globally for six consecutive years and #1 in Germany for eight consecutive years for career progress, and 38th globally by the Financial Times, including #7 globally for Corporate Social Responsibility. In The Economist “Which MBA?” ranking of the top 100 Executive MBA programs #14 globally and #1 in Germany for stand-alone programs.

The full-time MBA ranks amongst the top 65th globally with The Economist ranking of the top 100 full-time MBA programs in 2019, including #17 in Europe. The Financial Times ranks the full-time MBA as 79th in the world, #13 globally in value for money and #16 in Europe for entrepreneurship.

The ESMT Master's in Management program has been ranked 18th in the first Economist "Which MBA?" global ranking of the top 40 Masters in Management (MIM) programs in 2019. ESMT is ranked #3 for personal development/educational experience and geographical diversity.

ESMT is accredited by AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS and FIBAA, part of an elite group of just 90 business schools worldwide recognized by the three most prestigious international accrediting bodies.

As the most international business school in Germany, over 80% of ESMT’s faculty members have a non-German background. With 37 full-time faculty members at the school, they represent 19 different countries.

ESMT Berlin, fosters startups through a new 3500-square-meter, co-working office in Berlin-Schöneberg, called Space Shack. Two ESMT MBA alumni, together with a managing director provide an inspiring working environment for entrepreneurial development. ESMT students, who are starting their own businesses or looking to connect with startups, can apply for free co-working space at Space Shack.

80% of MIM and MBA graduates received job offers within three months after graduation.

On average, almost 90% of ESMT graduates work in Germany after graduation. Germany has very favorable working visa regulations for university graduates, who are able to stay in the country for 18 months after graduation and easily obtain working visas. 

Scholarships are allocated based on academic excellence, personal and professional achievement, particularly strong leadership potential, and superior interpersonal skills. MBA and EMBA scholarships are restricted to self-funded candidates and are applied directly to the applicant’s tuition.

All programs are taught in English.

Until 1989 the ESMT Berlin Campus housed the headquarters of the East German government. After reunification, it was used in varying functions and was the temporary office of the German chancellor from 1999 to 2001. It has since been renovated and transformed into one of Germany’s most modern educational centers and consistently ranked by students and alumni as #1 globally for learning environment.


ESMT Berlin, fosters startups through a new 3500-square-meter, co-working office in Berlin-Schöneberg, called Space Shack. Two ESMT MBA alumni, together with a managing director provide an inspiring working environment for entrepreneurial development. ESMT students, who are starting their own businesses or looking to connect with startups, can apply for free co-working space at Space Shack.


Clubs are one of the main ways that students interact with students across all programs and the greater professional community of Berlin. All clubs are initiated and run by students. Current clubs include: Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology, Investment, Marketing, Social Impact and the newest is the ESMT Berlin chapter of Net Impact.

There are several sports activities, which take place on campus throughout the year. The most celebrated event is the football tournament where MIM, MBA students compete against EMBAs, faculty and staff members.

When studying in Berlin, many students find themselves enchanted with the city and appreciate its international flair. Berlin is a city with great history, a pulsating culture, a vibrant food scene, and a tendency to reinvent itself.  Studying at ESMT Berlin gives you the opportunity to study at, what some believe to be Europe’s new capital.

To apply, Master's in Management candidates need to have:

•    A previous degree in any subject. Applications will also be accepted from final-year undergraduate students awaiting completion of their degree.
•    In order to enroll in the Quantitative Business track a proof of strong quantitative abilities is required, whether with a degree in an analytical field or quantitative economics, finance, or a similar topic OR a degree in any discipline with a strong GMAT score (top 20% globally in the quantitative section). A GMAT is highly recommended for all applicants to this stream. The average GMAT score is 640.
•    In order to enroll in the Innovative Management track: A degree in any discipline with excellent grades is required. GMAT or GRE is optional but may be requested in certain cases by the Admissions Team.
•    Ideally no more than 18 months of postgraduate, full-time work experience
•    Strong TOEFL scores (95 minimum), PTE score (64 minimum), IELTS  score (7 minimum) or other English proficiency test.


The online application is easy to follow, and requires the following information:
o    Basic personal data
o    Your academic and professional background
o    Short essay questions


Additionally, you will be asked to submit:
•    Your CV
•    Transcripts to all higher education institutions attended
•    GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed
•    Two recommendations (forms provided by ESMT)
 
MIM tuition fees are 29,500€ and can be paid in three installments over two academic years. These fees cover all seminars, selected teaching materials, orientation and career support.

ESMT offers partial tuition scholarships and a limited number of full-tuition scholarships to accepted Master's in Management students who show academic merit. Scholarships are allocated based on academic excellence, personal and professional achievement, leadership potential and interpersonal skills. To receive a scholarship, candidates first apply to the Master's in Management program. There is an extra essay available for applicants to explain their suitability for a scholarship.

Career statistics from our most recent MIM class are:

93% of our graduates received job offers within 6 months of graduation.

On average 80% of ESMT graduates work in Germany after graduation each year. Germany has very favorable working visa regulations for university graduates, who are able to stay in the country for 18 months after graduation and easily obtain working visas.

Soft-skill workshops and career services are integrated into the curriculum and cover topics such as leadership development, project management and presentation skills.  There is also an annual career fair on campus, company presentations on campus and visits throughout Germany, all designed to bring ESMT Berlin MIM students in direct contact with companies looking to hire.

About

Don’t miss out on a new and exclusive online management programme offered by ESMT, Imperial, and IE coming this Fall. Learn more about the 12-week Master’s in Management Essentials Programme now!


ESMT Berlin - European School of Management and Technology GmbH, located in the heart of Berlin, Germany, is a private business school founded by 25 multinational corporations. The school’s expertise focuses on the development of entrepreneurial leaders with a global focus on social responsibility and the management of technology. ESMT is one of the top ranked business schools in Germany with a global network of alumni in over 50 countries. In addition to executive education, ESMT offers three degree programs:   

Master's in Management
Full-time MBA

Part-time MBA
Executive MBA (EMBA)


Rankings

The Financial Times Business School Rankings currently rank ESMT Berlin as the #1 business school in Germany and #9 in Europe.

The EMBA program has been ranked #1 globally for six consecutive years and #1 in Germany for eight consecutive years for career progress, and 38th globally by the Financial Times, including #7 globally for Corporate Social Responsibility. In The Economist “Which MBA?” ranking of the top 100 Executive MBA programs #14 globally and #1 in Germany for stand-alone programs.

The full-time MBA ranks amongst the top 65th globally with The Economist ranking of the top 100 full-time MBA programs in 2019, including #17 in Europe. The Financial Times ranks the full-time MBA as 79th in the world, #13 globally in value for money and #16 in Europe for entrepreneurship.

The ESMT Master's in Management program has been ranked 18th in the first Economist "Which MBA?" global ranking of the top 40 Masters in Management (MIM) programs in 2019. ESMT is ranked #3 for personal development/educational experience and geographical diversity.

ESMT is accredited by AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS and FIBAA, part of an elite group of just 90 business schools worldwide recognized by the three most prestigious international accrediting bodies.

As the most international business school in Germany, over 80% of ESMT’s faculty members have a non-German background. With 37 full-time faculty members at the school, they represent 19 different countries.

ESMT Berlin, fosters startups through a new 3500-square-meter, co-working office in Berlin-Schöneberg, called Space Shack. Two ESMT MBA alumni, together with a managing director provide an inspiring working environment for entrepreneurial development. ESMT students, who are starting their own businesses or looking to connect with startups, can apply for free co-working space at Space Shack.

80% of MIM and MBA graduates received job offers within three months after graduation.

On average, almost 90% of ESMT graduates work in Germany after graduation. Germany has very favorable working visa regulations for university graduates, who are able to stay in the country for 18 months after graduation and easily obtain working visas. 

Scholarships are allocated based on academic excellence, personal and professional achievement, particularly strong leadership potential, and superior interpersonal skills. MBA and EMBA scholarships are restricted to self-funded candidates and are applied directly to the applicant’s tuition.

All programs are taught in English.

Until 1989 the ESMT Berlin Campus housed the headquarters of the East German government. After reunification, it was used in varying functions and was the temporary office of the German chancellor from 1999 to 2001. It has since been renovated and transformed into one of Germany’s most modern educational centers and consistently ranked by students and alumni as #1 globally for learning environment.


ESMT Berlin, fosters startups through a new 3500-square-meter, co-working office in Berlin-Schöneberg, called Space Shack. Two ESMT MBA alumni, together with a managing director provide an inspiring working environment for entrepreneurial development. ESMT students, who are starting their own businesses or looking to connect with startups, can apply for free co-working space at Space Shack.


Clubs are one of the main ways that students interact with students across all programs and the greater professional community of Berlin. All clubs are initiated and run by students. Current clubs include: Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology, Investment, Marketing, Social Impact and the newest is the ESMT Berlin chapter of Net Impact.

There are several sports activities, which take place on campus throughout the year. The most celebrated event is the football tournament where MIM, MBA students compete against EMBAs, faculty and staff members.

When studying in Berlin, many students find themselves enchanted with the city and appreciate its international flair. Berlin is a city with great history, a pulsating culture, a vibrant food scene, and a tendency to reinvent itself.  Studying at ESMT Berlin gives you the opportunity to study at, what some believe to be Europe’s new capital.

To apply, Master's in Management candidates need to have:

•    A previous degree in any subject. Applications will also be accepted from final-year undergraduate students awaiting completion of their degree.
•    In order to enroll in the Quantitative Business track a proof of strong quantitative abilities is required, whether with a degree in an analytical field or quantitative economics, finance, or a similar topic OR a degree in any discipline with a strong GMAT score (top 20% globally in the quantitative section). A GMAT is highly recommended for all applicants to this stream. The average GMAT score is 640.
•    In order to enroll in the Innovative Management track: A degree in any discipline with excellent grades is required. GMAT or GRE is optional but may be requested in certain cases by the Admissions Team.
•    Ideally no more than 18 months of postgraduate, full-time work experience
•    Strong TOEFL scores (95 minimum), PTE score (64 minimum), IELTS  score (7 minimum) or other English proficiency test.


The online application is easy to follow, and requires the following information:
o    Basic personal data
o    Your academic and professional background
o    Short essay questions


Additionally, you will be asked to submit:
•    Your CV
•    Transcripts to all higher education institutions attended
•    GRE/GMAT and TOEFL scores, if needed
•    Two recommendations (forms provided by ESMT)
 
MIM tuition fees are 29,500€ and can be paid in three installments over two academic years. These fees cover all seminars, selected teaching materials, orientation and career support.

ESMT offers partial tuition scholarships and a limited number of full-tuition scholarships to accepted Master's in Management students who show academic merit. Scholarships are allocated based on academic excellence, personal and professional achievement, leadership potential and interpersonal skills. To receive a scholarship, candidates first apply to the Master's in Management program. There is an extra essay available for applicants to explain their suitability for a scholarship.

Career statistics from our most recent MIM class are:

93% of our graduates received job offers within 6 months of graduation.

On average 80% of ESMT graduates work in Germany after graduation each year. Germany has very favorable working visa regulations for university graduates, who are able to stay in the country for 18 months after graduation and easily obtain working visas.

Soft-skill workshops and career services are integrated into the curriculum and cover topics such as leadership development, project management and presentation skills.  There is also an annual career fair on campus, company presentations on campus and visits throughout Germany, all designed to bring ESMT Berlin MIM students in direct contact with companies looking to hire.

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Schlossplatz 1 , Berlin , Germany , 10178

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