MBA · July 2026 intake
A future-ready, international MBA in Germany designed for professionals who want to accelerate their careers — practical, globally oriented, starting July 2026.
MBA International Business
1 year
4 modules
Oct, Jan, Apr, July
Four intakes per year
English
Upper B2 level
Accredited
1–3 years
Depending on prior degree
€12,000 EU
€15,000 non-EU
€1,000 / €250
EU / non-EU applicants
02 — Who is this MBA for?
The MBA International Business, starting in July 2026, is designed for professionals who want to accelerate their careers in international business and management. Located in Mannheim, one of Germany's strongest business and innovation hubs, the HdWM MBA offers a practical, globally oriented learning experience that prepares students for leadership roles in diverse industries.
03 — Modules
The MBA International Business is organised into four blocks, offered at each of the four intakes.
04 — After graduation
The job market after the MBA International Business will have several positions open to you:
05 — Questions
The MBA degree in International Business that we offer is designed to prepare you optimally for your job entry. With practical elements from the first semester on and up-to-date content, they are aligned to the requirements of the working world of tomorrow. All study programs contain modules to further develop your soft skills, such as financial management, cyber security, research methods, and communication & negotiation skills. Even if you come from abroad to study here, you can add international elements to your studies — the International Office is there to advise you about a semester abroad at a partner university or short excursions to other countries.
At HdWM you can study a full-time MBA in International Business and get insight into professional life at the same time. From the first semester on, our Career Network @ HdWM team will get you in touch with local and internationally operating companies through job fairs, guest lectures, or company visits, and offers individual job coaching to help you stand out. Classes only take place on 3-4 days per week, leaving you ample time for voluntary work experience. Please bear in mind that most German companies expect high proficiency in German from their applicants — to enhance your employability on the German job market, we offer German classes, e.g. in cooperation with the Goethe-Institut Mannheim. If a full-time programme doesn't fit your life situation, we also offer the programme part-time, at no extra tuition cost.
The close cooperation with businesses is a cornerstone of our study model and offers advantages for companies, the university, you as a student, and alumni alike: you gain valuable practical experience already during your MBA, HdWM optimizes the quality of its studies, and companies can attract young talent. The HdWM network partners are comprised of multinational corporations and associations as well as start-ups and small or medium-sized enterprises — all offering excellent career, networking, and advancement opportunities.
06 — Financing & Requirements
Tuition fees
EU applicants
€12,000
total tuition
Non-EU applicants
€15,000
total tuition
Admission fee
€1,000 / €250
EU / non-EU applicants
There is a discount for advance payment of the tuition fee for one semester or the full year. For more information, please contact studieninfo@hdwm.org.
For further information about our fees, please read our scale of fees.
View scale of feesFormal entrance requirements
Academic background
A degree in Business Administration, Management, or a closely related field, or at least three years of experience in a business environment.
Work experience
At least one year of postgraduate professional experience within the last three years (if you hold a degree in Business Administration or Management), or at least three years of relevant work experience within the past five years (if you hold a degree in another field).
Letters of recommendation
Two letters of recommendation, preferably including one from a former professor.
