MBA & Engineering in Life Science Management HTW Berlin University of Applied Sciences

What is the MBA&E in Life Science Management Programme?

The internationally accredited MBA & Engineering programme in Life Science Management bridges the gap between science and business. It is designed for professionals who want to combine expertise in life sciences with strong management skills.

You will gain

• industry-specific knowledge in the international life sciences sector
• practical management expertise taught by industry professionals
• advanced management skills for the global Biotech, Biopharma, Medtech and Digital Health sector.

Who is this programme for?

This purely English-taught postgraduate degree is ideal for

• natural scientists
• business professionals
• engineers.

The programme helps you to

• apply your academic background to real-world life science challenges
• develop leadership and decision-making skills
• create your individual international life science network
• expand your management expertise with industry-focused knowledge
• gain international work experience.

What career opportunities can you expect?

After graduation, you will be prepared to

• take on managerial roles in the life science industry
• make strategic business decisions
• work in international and interdisciplinary environments.

Over 96% of graduates are employed within three months.

Which companies hire Life Science Management graduates?

Graduates of the MBA & Engineering in Life Science Management programme work across the global life sciences industry – from innovative start-ups to leading multinational companies.

Examples of employers include Bayer, Pfizer, Biotronik, Capgemini, IGES Institute, TissUse, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Otsuka Pharma and FyoniBio.

These roles span consulting, biotech, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare innovation.

Why study in Berlin?

Berlin is one of Europe’s leading Life Science Hubs. You benefit from

• a strong ecosystem in:
  • Biotechnology
  • Medical engineering
  • Pharmaceuticals
• close collaboration with:
  • Research institutes
  • Innovative companies
  • Public institutions.

Check out our LSM Flyer.

In the first and second semesters of the programme, you will complete 12 study modules. Those modules may include practical lab work or other practical activities.

New Module: "AI in Life Sciences"

First semester

• Special topics in Business Administration
• Project Management for Production Processes
• Corporate Finance and Controlling
• Project 1: Engineering Management
• New module: AI in Life Sciences
• Elective module 1

Second semester

• Human Resources Management and Leadership
• Project Management in Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Trials
• Strategic Marketing in Life Sciences
• Project 2: Management and Innovation
• Life Science Engineering – Commercial Engineering
• Elective module 2

Third semester

• Colloquium / Master's seminar
• Master's thesis

Elective modules

• Advanced Processes in Life Science Industries
• New Technologies and Products
• Business Ethics and Corporate Governance
• Intellectual Property Management and Contract Laws

Check our website for detailed information.

Over 90% of students choose to complete an internship during their third semester and collaborate with a company on their Master’s thesis. While the internship is not mandatory, it offers valuable international work experience and enhances career prospects during the programme.

• A Bachelor’s degree with 210 ECTS, at least 180 ECTS (for example in Life Science Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Food Technology, Environmental Studies or Business)
• at least one year of professional experience after your Bachelor’s degree
• English language proficiency proof
• for applicants who have studied in India only: APS certificate 

You will find all the necessary information here: http://lsm.htw-berlin.de/applying/.

Approx. 360 EUR per semester

Approx. 1,000 to 1,200 EUR per month including all expenses such as rent, food, clothing, leisure activities, books, public transport, phone, internet and health insurance

Working during the studies is possible in diverse working student roles and internships.

Check out MyLSMStory for some insights on working during your studies.

The programme offers the LSM Professional Enhancement Grant. 

Career advisory through HTW Berlin and Life Science Recruiting partners

Accommodation is available through the Studentenwerk Berlin or on the private market.
You will find more detailed information right here: https://www.htw-berlin.de/en/studies/study-organisation/financing-your-studies/living-in-berlin.

HTW Berlin – University of Applied Sciences offers an impressive range of study programmes in five different departments spanning fields from engineering, computer science, and economics to culture and design. Traditional applied sciences like mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, and business administration go hand in hand with more contemporary and innovative studies such as information technology/networked systems, construction and real estate management or renewable energy systems technology.
With more than 14,000 students and over 80 different Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes, HTW Berlin is one of Germany's larger-sized universities of applied sciences. It is regularly recognised for the high quality of its study programmes and cultivates ties with over 130 universities worldwide, thus maintaining strong bonds with collaborative partners. At its two campuses, the HTW Berlin hosts more than 2,000 international students.
The HTW Berlin encourages research and development projects as well as innovative education and cultural programmes. Topics focusing on the information society are dealt with as well as energy-related issues and environmental problems. Whereas some business-related research concentrates on promoting entrepreneurial start-ups and improving the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises, other research addresses social economics and political issues such as European and national labour market policies or the effects of globalisation.

HTW is located in one of the most interesting and multifaceted capitals in the world. With its multicultural and international flair, high living standards, affordable living costs and its offer of a broad range of free time activities (many city parks, concert halls, theatres, museums, galleries, etc.), Berlin attracts students from all over the world who come to study, live and work here.
"Health Capital" Berlin is one of Germany's life science hotspots. Its combination of biotech, medical engineering and pharmaceutical companies, research institutes and public institutions is unique and provides an excellent business environment for cooperations on all levels.

Additionally, Berlin offers you the perfect environment to specialise in life science management and develop links with industry at an early stage in your career.
Berlin has approximately:

• 356 medical technology companies
• 316 biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies
• 145 clinics
• 20 large research institutions and universities specialising in healthcare or life sciences
• eight technology parks focusing on life sciences
• major governmental bodies (e.g. ministries and federal departments)

The MBA&E LSM programme is taught at the beautiful historic campus at Wilhelminenhof located centrally on the Spree river.