MBA International Management Pforzheim University

Program Duration

4 semesters (21 months) for non-business graduates
3 semesters (15 months) for business graduates [=fast track]

Focus on what you really need.

We deliver business competence, not just theory. Our professors do not only hold Doctoral, Ph.D., or Master degrees – they have worked for at least 5 years in senior management positions. Our teaching is based on research as well as professional experience. Moreover, the Pforzheim MBA module system allows you to individualize your study to empower your strengths.

Globalize your network.

Over 80% of Pforzheim MBA students are international, coming from all continents. Global, intercultural networking begins right in the classroom. Intercultural competence is not only taught theoretically, it is gained practically by day-to-day interaction. This will be important in your professional future in negotiation processes and teamwork. Renowned guest professors from partner universities contribute to our program.

Curriculum

In our program, we integrate international and generalist classical management foundations with the most relevant future topics: Innovation Management, Sustainable Globalization, and Digital Transformation. In addition, the Master Module System allows you to personalize your studies to empower your strengths. Depending on your own interest you may choose electives in Consulting, Marketing, Finance & Accounting, and more.

Enjoy international culture.

The Pforzheim MBA offers the opportunity to study in two countries or even two continents in one program, at our partner universities in the US, Latin America, Asia, or Europe. For students with a first degree from a German institution, it is compulsory to study the third semester abroad. For all other students, it is optional.

Enjoy high-quality education

Ranked among the »TOP 10 International Master’s Degree Courses – Made in Germany«, the Pforzheim MBA prepares you to take managerial responsibility. Our commitment to quality and continuous improvement is confirmed by the accreditation of AACSB International. Pforzheim University Business School thus belongs to the elite group of less than 5% of business schools worldwide, and to less than ten of about 200 German business programs that are AACSB accredited.

Enhance your career opportunities

The Pforzheim MBA opens broad new opportunities for career development. Whether you want to tackle new challenges, have experienced a slowdown in your learning curve, or are unable to move ahead in your current company, the Pforzheim MBA enables you to re-energize your career with new knowledge and skills, a new professional network, and a new brand association. If you have a non-business background, the Pforzheim MBA prepares you to reorient your career towards business and management.

Enjoy individual career advancement and coaching

Our professors are your coaches, not your instructors. You will benefit from individual mentoring from professors throughout your studies. Our small course size encourages intense student-faculty interaction which is crucial to achieving the best outcome from your MBA studies.

Get business insight

Being surrounded by some of the world’s most powerful companies allows you to benefit from the potential of the Pforzheim-Stuttgart region. We cooperate with various companies in different sectors through company projects, company visits, and guest speakers in the classroom. These close connections to practice are a vital part of our management education in Pforzheim.

Discover the business of tomorrow

We prepare you to manage the big challenges of the 21st century for the benefit of your company. Our courses in business disciplines like Marketing, Consulting, Accounting, and Finance address the needs of tomorrow’s business. Additionally, our specializations in Innovation Management, Sustainability, Globalization, and Digital Transformation tackle tomorrow’s challenges. Moreover, we offer soft skills training throughout your studies.