Key Facts and Requirements
Programme
Executive Master of Business Administration
MBA
Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Cologne
Accreditation
EQUIS (Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences at University of Cologne)
System-accredited by the University of Cologne
Duration
18 months
Timing & Location
Lectures generally take place every two weeks in Cologne (Friday evenings and Saturdays). Additionally, there is one intensive block week per semester
- 1st semester: Welcome week in Cologne
- 2nd semester: Course week in Cologne
- 3rd semester: International study trip
Study Trip
A one-week study trip, for example, to destinations such as China, England, Italy, Costa Rica, or the USA
Language
English
Learning Elements
- Courses, case studies and team assignments
- Peer learning through extensive classroom interaction
- Personal Leadership Development
- Three individual coaching sessions
- In-company Master`s thesis
- Networking
Class Profile
- Experienced leadership professionals
- International cohort which consists of 50% german candidates and 50% international candidates
- Diverse academic backgrounds in management, economics, social sciences, engineering, law, natural sciences, medicine, and more
- Wide range of industries, including consulting, consumer goods, energy sector, logistics, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and more
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of work experience (after the first academic degree)
- Academic degree (min. Bachelor)
- First experiences in managing people or projects
- English language proficiency: Level B2 (CEFR/GER)
Start
7 September 2026
Application Deadline
17 August 2026
Tuition Fees
Regular: 44,500 € (Early Bird: 41,500 € until 28 February 2026)
The tuition fee is tax deductible in Germany, please consult your tax advisor for further advice.
