MBA – Master of Business Administration Bavarian University of Business and Technology (HDBW)

The English-taught MBA programme at HDBW Munich is designed for professionals who want to advance their leadership careers in a business environment shaped by digital transformation, artificial intelligence, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Combining strategic management with technology-driven business practices, the programme equips participants to lead change, develop new business opportunities, and create sustainable growth in established companies and emerging ventures.

Through practical projects, case studies, and close interaction with industry experts, participants gain immediately applicable knowledge while strengthening their leadership, decision-making, and innovation capabilities.

The international learning environment encourages valuable exchange among professionals from diverse backgrounds and supports the development of a strong professional network.

Graduates of the HDBW MBA programme are prepared to take on leadership roles in digital transformation, business development, consulting, innovation management, and entrepreneurship.

What you can expect in this HDBW programme:

• Innovative Curriculum
  Focus on digital business, entrepreneurship, AI, and operational excellence
• Practical Learning
  Real-world projects, case studies, guest lectures, and interactive seminars
• Industry-Experienced Faculty
  Professors with extensive business and leadership expertise
• Networking Opportunities
  Connect with Bavarian industry partners and experienced professionals
• Small Class Sizes & Leadership Development
  Personalised coaching, mentorship, and collaborative learning

First semester

• Strategic Management and Business Functions
• Marketing in the Digital Age
• International Business and Global Markets
• Accounting and Finance Management
• Leadership and Change Management
• Business Culture and Management Competences

Second semester focus: General Management

• Business IT and Digital Innovation
• Business Planning and Entrepreneurship
• Business Laws for Entrepreneurs
• MBA Thesis & Defence

or second semester focus: Industrial Management

• Supply Chain and Sustainability Management
• Industrial Engineering and Operations Management
• Digital Transformation and AI
• MBA Thesis & Defence

Degrees

A completed Bachelor's or comparable university degree with a minimum duration of six semesters, preferably comprising 210 ECTS credits

Professional experience

At least three years of qualified post‑graduate professional experience, which must:

• be in a role related to your academic background
• be performed in a full-time capacity
• have taken place within a registered company (e.g. GmbH, AG, PLC, Limited)
• be verified through an official confirmation or reference letter

Important

If your degree comprises fewer than 210 ECTS, please contact our admissions team directly. We are happy to advise you on individual options and requirements!

• 97 EUR per semester – compulsory contribution for the Munich and Upper Bavaria Student Union
• 43 EUR per month (optional) – for the use of regional public transport across all of Germany

• Minimum of 600 EUR rent per month for a shared room in and around Munich 
  plus
• 600 EUR estimated minimum costs per month for personal expenses

Numerous part-time job opportunities are available during studies in Munich, contingent upon your visa status permitting it.

The city hosts a multitude of international companies and their offices, including Google, Microsoft, The Walt Disney Company, alongside the headquarters of German companies like Allianz Insurances, BMW, Flixbus, Siemens, Münchner Rück, etc.

With our HDBW Career Center by Jobteaser, we now provide a central platform for your search for student jobs, internships, final theses and permanent positions post-graduation.

Discover exclusive job opportunities tailored for HDBW students and explore exciting partnerships with companies in the greater Munich area. Additionally, discover a variety of companies and job offers in the region, in Germany, and throughout Europe.

Interesting events for your career are also displayed, and you can find out more in the career tips section. You can also read testimonials from other students about their internship experiences at certain companies.

HDBW does not have its own student accommodation. However, we support international students by providing extensive information and helpful resources on student housing in Munich on the HDBW website.

HDBW – the Bavarian University of Business and Technology is a small private, state-accredited University of Applied Sciences located in Munich. Founded in 2012, HDBW offers high-quality, application-oriented degree programmes in business and technology.

Rooted in industry and founded by the Bavarian business community, HDBW maintains strong and direct connections to companies and decision-makers. This close cooperation with the business world gives students early access to a strong professional network and shapes the practical orientation of all degree programmes.

At HDBW, business, technology, digitalisation and Artificial Intelligence are combined in innovative, future-oriented full-time and part-time study programmes. Key topics such as AI, data-driven decision-making and digital transformation are integrated across the curricula with a strong focus on real-world application.

HDBW follows an interdisciplinary approach and prepares students for careers in an increasingly digital and global economy. Alongside technical and economic expertise, students develop entrepreneurial thinking, leadership competencies and essential soft skills.

HDBW offers Bachelor’s degree programmes in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering and Business Informatics, as well as English-taught Master’s programmes in Digital Business Modelling and Entrepreneurship, Cyber Security, and Digital Factory & Operational Excellence. In addition, a leadership-oriented MBA programme is available in both English and German.

Studying at HDBW means collaborative learning in small groups, predominantly in presence. Close interaction with professors, personal academic support and teamwork are central elements of the learning experience. HDBW stands for networked learning – fostering lasting connections between students, alumni, faculty and industry partners.

The campus is located in eastern Munich, close to the city’s international trade fair centre and easily accessible by public transport.

We look forward to welcoming you to HDBW in Munich – the Bavarian capital in Southern Germany.

HDBW Munich
Konrad-Zuse-Platz 8
81829 München
Bavaria/Germany

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