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The part-time MBA programme at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management is aimed at professionals and executives who have at least three years of work experience after their first degree. It is especially suitable for working professionals who want to systematically develop their management skills and prepare for the next career step – whether that is moving into a leadership position, switching to a new industry, or founding their own company. Graduates from all fields with an international orientation who are looking for a challenging management education alongside their job are welcome.
What formal admission criteria apply for the MBA at HHL?
You need a first university degree (at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in any field. In addition, at least three years of qualified professional experience after completing your first degree are required. Applications are submitted online; a standardised test (GMAT, GRE or alternatively HHL Entry Test) is considered optionally. Good English skills are expected, as the entire programme is conducted in English. A personal interview is part of the admission process.
You should bring commitment and self-motivation for demanding part-time further qualification. Communication and teamwork skills are important, as learning in international groups and working on practical projects are expected. Interest in leadership tasks, intercultural openness and willingness for self-reflection are key personal prerequisites. Previous experience in responsible positions as well as analytical thinking will make it easier for you to get started in the programme.
Study Content in Detail
In the part-time MBA programme at HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, you will acquire management knowledge specifically tailored to professionals and executives. The course is divided into compulsory and elective modules:
- Business Essentials (24 ECTS): You engage intensively with strategic decisions, problem solving, communication, strategy, marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, reporting, as well as supply chain management.
- Leadership Essentials (12 ECTS): The focus is on leadership personality, ethical standards, sustainability, negotiation skills, and entering new leadership roles.
- Elective Modules: You have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as Innovation & Transformation, Finance & Data Governance, Strategy & Leadership, or an International Module. Topics you will deepen include, for example, innovation management, disruptive technologies, mergers & acquisitions, data management in the AI era, or change management.
- International Orientation: A semester abroad or the Global Immersion Seminar (e.g. in Cape Town and Stellenbosch) allows you to gain international experience and broaden your perspective on global economic markets.
- Final Project: In the concluding project, you apply the knowledge acquired to a real business project or develop a practical business plan.
- Leadership Coaching: Individual and peer coaching sessions for targeted personal and leadership development are an integral part of the programme.
Through group work, case studies, and project work, you combine theoretical foundations with practical applicability in international and interdisciplinary contexts.
Course Structure
The MBA programme is designed as a part-time course alongside employment and lasts 24 months. The teaching sessions take place in a compact format over 17 weekends and during two on-site weeks. This allows the programme to be compatible with full-time employment. The language of instruction is English.
- The course starts every year in September with the Welcome Weeks. Team building and networking are the main focus here.
- Compulsory modules impart fundamental management and leadership knowledge in block seminars and workshops.
- Individual specialisation takes place through elective modules, which can be taken flexibly according to personal interests.
- An international component is mandatory (e.g. a stay abroad at one of over 140 partner universities or participation in the Global Immersion Seminar).
- The programme concludes with a practice-oriented final project.
- Personal coaching, digital learning materials, and networking events accompany the programme.
Career Prospects & Professional Opportunities
The degree “Master of Business Administration” from HHL offers you diverse career opportunities:
- You qualify for leadership positions in international management, consulting, the financial sector, as well as in start-ups.
- The course is ideal preparation for a career change, for example, from the German Armed Forces or specialist fields into management.
- According to the Employment Report, graduates often experience a career leap – 95% move into more responsible positions after the MBA, and 40% see significant salary increases.
- The broad alumni network and strong focus on entrepreneurship also facilitate the founding of your own company.
- The Career Service supports you with workshops, individual coaching, application training, and access to exclusive corporate partners.
Study Location
Your studies take place at the campus of HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management in the heart of Leipzig. On site, you benefit from an inspiring, international atmosphere and intensive support from the faculty. In addition, as part of the International Modules, you can complete parts of your studies at renowned partner universities worldwide, for example in New York, Paris, Hong Kong, or Cape Town. Most sessions take place on site at weekends, supplemented by digital learning content and a modern, connected campus.
Costs and Financing
The total tuition fee for the part-time MBA programme is 42,500 euros. The price includes all teaching sessions, examinations, study materials, meals during on-site days at the campus, and the costs for the Global Immersion Seminar. Travel and accommodation costs during international modules are not included.
- Various early bird discounts can reduce the fees by up to 6,000 euros if you apply early.
- The fees are paid in several instalments: after a deposit of 3,500 euros, the balance is paid in one to four further instalments, depending on your preferences.
- Financing options include scholarships for particularly committed applicants, tax deductibility as anticipated business expenses, and instalment payment plans.
- You can also complete certificate programmes of HHL Executive Education and then fully credit both the credits and fees towards the MBA programme.
HHL supports you in selecting and applying for scholarships as well as with questions regarding financing and payment of tuition fees.
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