Full-Time MBA HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management

Business is evolving at an unprecedented pace, bringing new challenges for leaders navigating digital transformation and global uncertainty. To succeed in this environment, managers require a new set of competencies that combine strong business fundamentals with adaptability, innovation, and responsible leadership.

The HHL MBA is designed to equip you with exactly these capabilities. You can choose between two tracks: the MBA | General Management, offering a broad, holistic leadership education, and the MBA | Finance, which builds on the same general management foundation while allowing you to specialise in corporate finance. Both tracks ensure you develop a well-rounded skill set while tailoring your learning to your individual career ambitions.

Beyond deepening your understanding of state-of-the-art management concepts, the programme strengthens the skills essential for long-term success: digital literacy, creativity, problem-solving, resilience, leadership, and intercultural competence. At HHL, personal growth is at the core of your experience, as we believe it is fundamental to professional advancement.

An internationally renowned faculty supports you in learning how to build, transform, and lead organisations in dynamic environments.

In addition to the core MBA curriculum, students have the opportunity to study German at no additional cost. A four-week beginner course is offered prior to the start of the programme, followed by German language classes at various levels throughout the MBA. These courses are fully covered by tuition fees and support both integration into daily life in Germany and future career opportunities.

Company visits to leading organisations across Germany provide valuable insights into diverse industries and business models, allowing you to connect theory with real-world practice and expand your professional network.

HHL also offers the MBA programme in a part-time format, providing flexibility for professionals who wish to continue working while advancing their careers.

The HHL MBA empowers you to become a responsible, impactful leader, ready to drive innovation and shape the future of business in an ever-changing world.

The HHL MBA is carefully structured to provide a comprehensive and progressive learning experience, combining academic rigor with practical application and personal development.

Welcome Weeks: Your journey begins with immersive team-building and intercultural experiences. You will connect with a diverse, international cohort and build a strong network from day one. Refresher courses in key business fundamentals ensure that all participants start with a solid foundation, while the introduction to the Leipzig Leadership Model sets the tone for your personal and professional development.

General Management Essentials: In this phase, you build the core knowledge required for a successful management career. The curriculum is structured around three pillars: Management Fundamentals, Leadership & Reflection, and Entrepreneurship & Disruption. This ensures a balanced approach, combining analytical skills with leadership capabilities and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Electives: The elective phase allows you to tailor your MBA to your individual career goals. You can choose from a variety of advanced topics such as Strategic Management, Financial Management, Marketing, Innovation, Decision-Making, and Leadership, enabling you to deepen your expertise in areas most relevant to your future path. For participants in the MBA | Finance track, this phase also includes additional specialised modules in corporate finance, which are not part of the General Management track, allowing for deeper expertise in this field.

Customisation Modules: To further enhance your learning experience, you can select from a range of practical and international opportunities at no additional cost. These include consulting projects, international study trips, entrepreneurship formats such as lean start-up seminars, and German language courses. These hands-on experiences allow you to apply your knowledge in real-world contexts and strengthen your global perspective.

Together, these elements create a flexible and dynamic learning journey that enables you to develop both the strategic mindset and practical skills required to succeed as a leader in today’s complex business environment.

Internships are an integral part of the HHL MBA, particularly within the advanced track in the second study year. Typically lasting between three and six months, internships provide students with valuable hands-on experience and the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real business settings. Depending on their career goals, students may also choose to complete more than one internship during their studies.

The Career Development team offers dedicated support throughout the process, including guidance on identifying opportunities, preparing applications, and connecting with potential employers. Thanks to HHL’s strong corporate network, students have secured internships with leading companies such as Mercedes-Benz Mobility, Porsche, BMW, Deutsche Bank, and Bosch, among others.

November | early bird deadline 1 (6,000 EUR discount)

January | early bird deadline 2 (4,500 EUR discount)

March | early bird deadline 3 (1,500 EUR discount)

May | application deadline for candidates requiring a visa to enter Germany

June | application deadline for all candidates not requiring a visa to Germany

Admission to HHL’s MBA programmes is based on a holistic evaluation of academic, professional, and personal achievements. Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in any field from a recognised university
• Minimum of two years of postgraduate work experience
• Competitive GMAT, GRE, or HHL Entry Test result
• Proof of very good English language skills, unless English was the medium of instruction or working language

258.40 EUR

800 EUR

International students are legally allowed to take up part-time employment during the programme. However, job opportunities are limited due to the high demands of the programme (except for the fifth term, during which an internship is undertaken).

HHL Scholarships: HHL offers partial scholarships covering 5% to 30% of tuition fees. Applications should be submitted together with the programme application. Awards are based on the overall candidate profile, including academic and professional background, test scores, scholarship application, and interview performance. One candidate per programme receives the Dean’s List Scholarship (50% tuition). Only one scholarship can be granted per applicant.

Additional funding options, including external scholarships and flexible financing solutions, are available. For more information, please visit: https://www.hhl.de/programs/full-time-mba-program/#Financing.

Career outcomes are at the core of the HHL MBA experience, supported by a top-ranked career service (#5 worldwide) and alumni network (#9 worldwide) (Financial Times). In the QS Global MBA Ranking 2026, HHL ranks #25 worldwide for Return on Investment and achieves a strong employment score, and 91% of graduates are employed within six months, with 92% starting their post-MBA careers in Germany.

HHL’s Career Development team offers personalised support, including one-on-one coaching, career workshops, CV and interview training, and case preparation. Students engage directly with employers through the MBA Talent Forum, HHL Career Day, company visits, and on-campus recruiting events.

A key strength is HHL’s global network of alumni and corporate partners, providing lifelong support, mentorship, and career opportunities across industries and geographies.

Leipzig is a city with a high standard of living. Rent for student accommodation is relatively low. The apartments managed by the Student Union (Studentenwerk Leipzig) cost between 190 and 410 EUR per month (http://www.studentenwerk-leipzig.de) and private accommodations cost approx. 300 to 500 EUR per month.