Executive MBA - Integrated Management, Master of Business Administration

Who is the Executive MBA in Integrated Management suitable for?

The Executive MBA – Integrated Management at Steinbeis University is aimed at professionals who hold a responsible leadership or management position – or who aspire to such a role in the future. The programme is designed for the new generation of managers who want to underpin and expand their practical knowledge with scientific methods. It specifically targets founders, experienced entrepreneurs, innovative managers, executives, intrapreneurs, as well as consultants who carry out or wish to take on strategic tasks. Specialists, creative minds, and career changers in management who want to qualify specifically for strategic leadership roles will also find a suitable development opportunity in the master's degree programme. Participants from a wide range of industries are welcome – from start-ups and medium-sized companies to large corporations.

Admission requirements: What do you need to bring?

• With a first academic degree (e.g. Bachelor, Diploma or equivalent):
  • Completed university studies at a state-recognised university, university of applied sciences or dual university.
  • At least 240 ECTS credits (for the study programme with 60 ECTS; missing credit points can be made up through additional modules).
  • At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in a leadership or management position.
  • Very good German and English skills (at least B1 according to CEFR).
  • Successfully completed application process.
  • Proof of a partner company for the part-time transfer project.
• Without a first university degree (professionally qualified):
  • Admission according to §27 para. 8 HSG LSA as well as the regulations for admission of professionally qualified applicants at Steinbeis University.
  • Very good German and English skills (at least B1 according to CEFR).
  • Successfully completed application process.
  • Proof of a partner company for the transfer project during the studies.

Personal requirements for the Executive MBA

• Interest in practical management and leadership tasks.
• Willingness to implement real projects directly in your own company and to take responsibility.
• Self-motivation, innovative strength and openness to entrepreneurial change.
• Good self-organisation to balance work, studies and private life.
• Communication and teamwork skills, especially for working in interdisciplinary groups.
• Career orientation and the goal of assuming leadership, project management or strategy roles in the company.

Due to the work-integrated study model, cooperation with a partner company is mandatory. Those who do not have a suitable company at the beginning of their studies can receive support from the university’s cooperation partners.

Executive MBA – Overview of Content, Structure and Career Prospects

What do you learn in the Executive MBA Integrated Management at Steinbeis University?

The focus of the Executive MBA – Integrated Management at Steinbeis University is the connection between practice and science. You develop directly applicable management knowledge through projects within your company and prepare specifically for leadership positions.

• Corporate Strategy & Crisis Management: Systems theory of corporate management, market-oriented as well as resource-oriented strategies.
• Project Management: Methods and processes, project phases, information systems and current trends in project management.
• Innovation Management: Strategic innovation management, innovation processes, corporate entrepreneurship, digital intrapreneurship.
• Customer Success Management: Basics and implementation in companies.
• Corporate Finance: Accounting, financial analysis, controlling, corporate finance models and systems.
• International Management: Foreign trade, international management, introduction to international business management. An optional module can be attended in the USA.
• Change Management and Reengineering: Instruments and concepts of change and innovation management.

The content is conveyed through the project-competence-study – an approach where you work on your own practical project within the company, accompany it scientifically and thus ensure direct transfer from the seminar to work.

How does the MBA course proceed?

The Steinbeis Executive MBA is designed as a part-time study program and offers you maximum flexibility:

• Study formats: Part-time study for professionals.
• Duration & Modules: Standard variant: 7 modules of 4 days each (Wed–Sat) – degree with 60 ECTS in 15 months.
  Extended variant: 13 modules of 4 days each (Wed–Sat) – degree with 90 ECTS in 24 months (possible with a corresponding group size).
• Teaching concept: On-site phases are combined with self-study (online/offline). All mandatory modules are led by experienced professors and industry experts.
• Study abroad: At least one study trip abroad is included, for example to partner universities in St. Gallen, Europe, Asia or the USA.
• Language: The language of instruction is predominantly German; some modules or guest lectures may be held in English.
• Practical project: The central study achievement is the transfer project in the partner company, which is scientifically supervised throughout the entire course.

Important: For the course you need a partner company in which you carry out your transfer project. This can be your current employer or you can use the SCMT job board for a change.

What career opportunities does the Executive MBA open up?

The Executive MBA in Integrated Management qualifies you for leadership positions in international management and opens up various development opportunities:

• Management and leadership: Preparation for strategic leadership roles in companies of all industries and sizes. Many graduates take on higher management tasks after completing or even during the course.
• Professional diversity: Suitable for business economists, engineers, lawyers, creatives, social and humanities scientists. Also usable for career changers from specialist and expert roles.
• Industry spectrum: Alumni work in start-ups, medium-sized technology companies, multinational corporations and consultancies.
• Career advancement according to alumni studies: 99 % see better career opportunities after graduation, 53 % work in higher management positions, 85 % receive offers for permanent employment.

Where does the course take place?

The in-person modules take place at the locations Berlin or Stuttgart. This offers you geographical flexibility and access to two important economic regions in Germany.

• Main locations: Berlin and Stuttgart
• International seminar trips: Partner universities worldwide, for example in the USA, Asia or Switzerland (including St. Gallen)

Costs and financing of the Executive MBA

The tuition fees for the MBA in Integrated Management at Steinbeis University amount to 23,900 Euro. Additional costs may arise for optional study abroad stays or acquiring additional ECTS credits.

• Tuition fee: 23,900 Euro for the entire programme
• Financing options: Support from the partner company is possible. Additionally, scholarships or education funds can be used.
• Return on investment: The significant increase in career opportunities according to alumni studies (see above) speaks for the sustainable value of the course.

Your advantage: The investment pays off quickly for most graduates due to the increased career potential and attractive starting salaries.