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The part-time MBA programme at Hochschule Weserbergland is aimed at working professionals with an academic degree who want to specifically prepare for leadership roles in management. It targets specialists and junior managers from various industries who already have practical experience and wish to further develop their business, strategic and personal skills for a position with managerial responsibility. The programme is especially suitable for graduates of business-related as well as technical or scientific degree courses who want to acquire comprehensive management knowledge and collaborate interdisciplinarily with other professional groups.
These admission requirements you must fulfil
To be admitted to the MBA programme, you need a first, officially recognised university degree (e.g. Bachelor or Diploma):
- With 180 ECTS credits, at least one year of relevant professional experience is required. The employment can already have taken place at Bachelor level during the final year of studies; these periods are creditable (confirmation from the employer and application to the university).
- With 210 ECTS credits, at least one year of relevant professional experience is also sufficient, which can have taken place before, during or after the first degree.
- You must demonstrate good English skills (e.g. through certificates, diplomas or professional activity).
- A numerus clausus (NC) or waiting semesters are not required.
You should have an interest in business-related issues, openness for interdisciplinary exchange and the ability for self-organised learning. Leadership potential, initiative and willingness to reflect are important, as are motivation, resilience and the readiness to actively link theory and practice in your professional everyday life. Communication skills, team orientation and the ability to take responsibility are advantageous for successful participation in the MBA programme.
What Content Does the MBA in General Management at HSW Cover?
In the part-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Hochschule Weserbergland, you will engage intensively with management skills, international business models, and the development of your leadership personality. The goal is to qualify you for demanding leadership roles in various industries.
- Fundamentals of Business Administration: You will deepen your knowledge in financial management, controlling, cost accounting, strategic management, and international business.
- Leadership and Personality: In the module “Leadership and Personality,” you develop your soft skills and receive a personal assessment based on the Bochum Inventory of Occupational Personality Description (BIP), complemented by individual coaching.
- International Perspectives: An integrated two-week study stay at Queens University in Charlotte/USA enables in-depth study of strategic management and international business, including company visits and guest lectures.
- Specialisation Options: During the course of your studies, you choose a thematic focus, for example:
- Corporate Finance and Controlling
- IT Management and Digital Transformation
- Marketing and Sales
- Sustainable Corporate Management
- Strategic Corporate Management and Entrepreneurship
- Economic Psychology
- Elective Modules: You can additionally choose an elective module, such as Leadership, Digitalisation and Sustainability, or Project Management. If you pass an external project management certification (e.g. PMP, Prince2), you can have it credited in the elective module.
- Research Methodology and Master’s Thesis: In the final phase of your studies, you independently work on a scientific research question and document your results in a master’s thesis.
How is the Part-Time Study Organised?
The MBA programme at Hochschule Weserbergland is specially tailored to working students. You study over five semesters (standard period of study), starting each September. The teaching concept is structured as blended learning:
- Every two to three weeks, face-to-face sessions take place on Friday afternoons and Saturdays at the campus in Hameln.
- The remaining time is used for supervised self-study, allowing you to organise your studies flexibly alongside your employment.
- Semester schedules published well in advance help you to plan your studies and job accordingly.
- During your studies, a fixed contact person is available to support you.
- A two-week stay abroad at the partner university in the USA is integrated into the curriculum.
- You work in small, interdisciplinary groups and benefit from close contact with lecturers and other students.
What Career Prospects Open Up After the MBA?
With the MBA degree in General Management, you qualify for responsible positions with leadership functions in various industries and company sectors. Typical development opportunities include:
- Assuming leadership roles in middle or upper management
- Advancement to executive or corporate management
- Entry into interface areas such as process or project management, controlling, corporate development, or digitalisation
- Specialist and leadership roles in international companies
- Personnel development, change management, or organisational development
- With specific focuses, for example in IT management or sustainability, targeted specialist careers open up, e.g. as a digital strategist or sustainability manager
Testimonials from graduates show that the MBA not only strengthens technical knowledge but also personality and acceptance within one’s own company.
Where Does the Study Take Place and What is the On-Site Procedure?
The study location is Hameln in Lower Saxony, at the private, state-recognised Hochschule Weserbergland. The face-to-face sessions take place on the modern campus of the HSW. Particular features include:
- Central location of the campus in Hameln with a modern learning environment
- International components such as the study stay at Queens University in Charlotte, North Carolina (USA)
- Direct exchange with lecturers and central support on site
- A closely knit network in the Weserbergland region
What Costs and Financing Options Should You Expect?
The total costs for the part-time MBA programme at Hochschule Weserbergland amount to €13,800. This corresponds to monthly tuition fees of €460 over five semesters.
- Tuition fees per month: €460
- Total costs for the programme: €13,800
- There is the possibility that your employer will financially support you, as the studies also represent a valuable training measure for companies.
- Additional expenses may arise from the integrated study stay abroad.
- Various funding opportunities and tax benefits may be available depending on your individual situation.
A detailed cost plan and discussions about financial support are recommended to ensure compatibility with your personal resources.
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