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Master's programme

Part-Time MBA in General Management HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management

Duration
4 semesters
Language of instruction
English
Tuition fees
10,625 EUR
Fees may vary. Exemptions or additional costs may apply.
Next application deadline
30 June 2027 (winter semester)
Language level required
English: B2
German: None

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Programme overview

Quick facts

Degree
MBA
Duration
4 semesters
Full-time / part-time
Part-time (study alongside work)
Intake
Winter semester
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No

Language of instruction

English

Courses are held completely in English.

Programme description

The programme offers international experience and uses an integrated approach to focus on developing your leadership talent and management skills. It is a well-designed combination of core modules (Business and Leadership Essentials), advanced modules (Business and Leadership Electives) and the final Master's thesis. The programme encompasses 90 ECTS credits in total.
Business and Leadership Essentials:

  • Problem Solving and Communication
  • Global Economics
  • Strategy
  • Marketing
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Reporting
  • Financial Management
  • Supply Chain Management & Logistics
  • Me as a Leader
  • Negotiation
  • Ethics and Sustainability
  • New in a Leadership Role

Business and Leadership Electives:

  • Innovative Impact
  • Financial Brilliancy
  • Strategic Mastery
  • International module (study abroad or Global Immersion Seminar)

The on-the-job programme perfectly combines theory and practice. If selected by the student, the programme ends with the Global Immersion Seminar, a one-week seminar abroad that includes lectures and company visits. For the next intake, we’ve chosen one of the most exciting emerging cities in the world — Cape Town, South Africa — home to a thriving business landscape and a top-tier partner institution: Stellenbosch University Business School, one of Africa’s leading business schools. A semester abroad at one of HHL's partner universities is optional.

Programme structure

The programme is designed as a 24-month programme starting in September. The schedule is a balanced combination of on- and off-campus learning combined with residential weeks.
First year: one residential week at HHL in Leipzig plus nine intensive weekends (Friday to Sunday) at HHL in Leipzig
Second year: one residential week and one week abroad (Global Immersion Seminar) plus eight intensive course weekends at HHL in Leipzig

Mode of study

  • Fully on-site

International elements in the curriculum

The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:

  • Training in intercultural skills
  • International guest lecturers
  • International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context

Application and admission

Application period(s)

Winter semester

Applicants from Applications begin Application deadline
All countries
1 September 2026
30 June 2027

Academic admissions requirements

Applicants must have a first academic degree and a minimum of three years of work experience. The HHL entry test (or alternatively the GMAT) is required.
Furthermore, applicants must submit a letter of motivation.

Language requirements

Please check all requirements directly with the respective higher education institution.

German language requirements

German: None

English language requirements

English: B2

This programme does not require proof of proficiency. Please be aware that you should at least meet the above-mentioned level to successfully participate in the programme.

How to apply?

Website

Please check this website.

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Costs and funding

Tuition fees per semester

Applicants from Tuition fee
All countries
10,625 EUR

Tuition fees may vary depending on the course of study or other factors (e.g. part-time/full-time, duration of study, ECTS, study abroad). For an exact breakdown of costs, please consult the programme website.

Semester contribution

None

Part-time employment

The part-time MBA programme is designed to allow students to continue working professionally while studying.

Living & services

Support for international students

  • Buddy programme
  • Accompanying programme
  • Cultural and linguistic preparation
  • Visa matters

Career advisory services

Right from the start of the studies at HHL, the experienced HHL career service team supports the student in shaping their personal career strategies based on their unique profiles and closely accompanies their individual, long-term career progress.

Through intensive and systematic dialogue with the students, the career service team identifies each student's special experience, skills, interests and values in order to outline a career plan that fits with their needs.

Career management tools:

  • career development planning
  • job search strategy
  • application strategy
  • corporate contacts
  • CV check
  • cover letter check
  • mock interviews
  • salary negotiations

Contact

Main contact

Program Marketing

Name
Stephanie Pleiss-Dietrich
Address
Jahnallee 59, 04109 Leipzig
Email
E-mail

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