MBA

Where your HHL adventure begins!

The Welcome Weeks dive straight into the HHL spirit. With a mix of intercultural team-building activities and informative sessions about HHL and the program, you will embark on your unforgettable HHL adventure. You will connect with classmates from all of our programs and lay the foundation for a powerful network of contacts that will support you not only through your studies but far beyond.

The key qualifications for tomorrow

Here, you will lay the foundation for your management career. Our three pillars provide a balanced mix of essential management fundamentals and cutting-edge knowledge.

Tailored to your needs

Our Deep Dives empower you to tailor your MBA experience to the areas that will most effectively strengthen your personal and professional growth.

In the Fast Track, you select 3 out of 8 Deep Dives, giving you a focused yet flexible opportunity to sharpen your skills.

The Advanced Track offers an even broader learning experience, requiring at least 4 out of 8 Deep Dives.

You can also create your own Advanced General Management Module: Mix-and-match module by combining 10 credits from two different Deep Dive modules, allowing you to shape a curriculum that truly reflects your ambitions.

Gain practical and international experience

Only in the Advanced Track will you have access to several additional practical options. Whether you are working on a real-life project, studying abroad, or completing an internship, the practical experience you gain and the connections you build will benefit you long after graduation.

The culmination of your MBA program

The Master Thesis in our full-time MBA program is the crowning achievement of your academic journey, highlighting your expertise in business and management. This independent research project lets you delve into a topic of your choice, focusing on real-world relevance and critical thinking. With guidance from experienced mentors, your thesis will showcase your ability to analyse and apply the knowledge you’ve gained throughout your MBA program.

Big Data Analytics

Data literacy is a core competency for tomorrow’s business leaders. In this course, students learn to work with the programming language R in a hands-on environment – covering data preparation, visualization, and machine learning methods. Real-world use cases provide the basis for developing and critically evaluating statistical models. The course builds a solid understanding at the intersection of business and technology – no prior programming experience required.

Key Topics:

• Programming fundamentals with R
• Data wrangling, visualization, and exploration
• Machine learning: supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning
• Text analytics and sentiment analysis

Coding & Data Literacy

Programming skills are increasingly essential for leaders navigating a data-driven economy. This course offers a hands-on introduction to the programming language R – from basic syntax and data processing to first applications in machine learning. Students develop the ability to analyze data independently and to confidently operate at the interface of business and technology.

Key Topics:

• Programming fundamentals with R
• Data wrangling, visualization, and exploration
• Introduction to data science and machine learning
• Application to real-world business problems

Disruptive Technologies & Business Models

Technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and robotics are disrupting entire industries – while simultaneously opening up new entrepreneurial possibilities. This course provides a solid overview of the most significant disruptive technologies and examines the business models emerging from them. Case studies and industry examples illustrate how organizations can strategically navigate and shape technological change.

Key Topics:

• AI, blockchain, and robotics as drivers of change
• New and disruptive business models
• Impact on incumbent organizations
• Strategies for implementing technological innovation

• Personality tests
• Career orientation workshops
• Self-leadership training
• Individual coaching
• Webinars

• CV & cover letter checks
• CV optimization software VMock
• Interview preparation
• Case study training
• Digital career center with talent bank
• Advice on salary negotiations
• Tips for the onboarding process

• On-campus company presentations
• On-campus interviews
• Alumni talks
• Company excursions
• Recruiting workshops
• Student consulting projects
• Yearly Career Day

Did you know that Germany’s visa regulations are very favourable for international students looking to enter the German job market? After completing your studies, you can apply for a range of options, including:

• 18 months job seeker visa: search for employment opportunities that match your skills and aspirations
• a work permit: enables graduates to work and reside in Germany as long as they hold the position which the work permit is tied to
• EU Blue card: a permit for highly skilled professionals who meet a minimum salary threshold per annum

Want to learn more about your post-MBA visa options?

The tuition fees for the MBA program amount to EUR 42,500. We offer a tuition fee reduction if you submit your complete application by the following Early Bird deadlines*:

• Early Bird 1: November 30 – Discount: EUR 6,000 
• Early Bird 2: January 31 – Discount: EUR 4,500
• Early Bird 3: March 31 – Discount: EUR 1,500

This covers all tuition including the fees for one term abroad at one of our partner universities.

*To qualify for the early bird discount, you must submit your completed application by the deadlines above. This includes providing all remaining documents and test scores (GMAT, GRE, or HHL Entry Test) by January 31 (Early Bird 1), March 31 (Early Bird 2), or June 30 (Early Bird 3).

We gladly support you in financing your studies. Various financing options are available. We also offer scholarships for particularly committed and outstanding applicants. How do you obtain a scholarship? Win us over not just with your excellent academic record but also with your personality.

Scholarships Overview 

Pay your tuition fees in instalments!

Of course, the tuition fees at HHL do not have to be paid in one lump sum. After having been admitted to HHL, we ask you to pay a down payment of EUR 3,500 to secure your place in the full-time MBA program. The remaining fees will be paid in 3 instalments: at the beginning of Term 1, Term 3 and Term 5.

HHL’s Full-time MBA is an English-taught general management program designed for professionals seeking to develop broad business leadership and management skills. Based in Leipzig, Germany, the program awards a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with either 90 ECTS (Fast Track) or 120 ECTS (Advanced Track). HHL welcomes a new MBA cohort each September.

The Fast Track (15 months) consists of 12 months of coursework, during which students complete the Essential Modules and choose 3 of 8 Deep Dives, followed by 3 months dedicated to the Master Thesis. The Advanced Track (up to 21 months) builds on the same curriculum and adds Customization Modules with additional practical experience, such as an internship, a student consulting project, a term abroad, or German language courses.

The Full-time MBA is built in several layers. Students start with Essential Modules covering the three core pillars: Management, Leadership, and Entrepreneurship. They then choose from elective Deep Dives to tailor the MBA to their interests and career goals. Advanced Track students also complete Customization Modules, adding a practical component such as an internship, consulting project, or optional term abroad. The program concludes with a Master Thesis.

The program is open to graduates from any academic discipline with a minimum of two years of post-graduate work experience. Candidates also require proof of very good English skills and competitive admissions test scores. Beyond test scores, HHL places equal weight on personality, motivation, and ambition. A free profile check is available for anyone unsure whether their background qualifies.

No, HHL does not usually waive the GMAT or HHL admissions test requirement, as it is one of the key eligibility criteria for admission. It allows HHL to fairly compare candidates from a wide range of academic, professional, and international backgrounds. You may submit your application before taking the test, but a valid score is required before an unconditional admission offer can be issued.

The tuition fee for HHL’s Full-time MBA is EUR 42,500, including all teaching and one optional term abroad. Students pay a EUR 3,500 down payment followed by three tuition installments. Early bird discounts apply for applications submitted by November 30 (EUR 6,000 off), January 31 (EUR 4,500 off), or March 31 (EUR 1,500 off). HHL also offers a range of scholarships based on academic achievement, professional experience, leadership potential, diversity, and personal circumstances.

According to HHL’s MBA Employment Report 2025, 92% of graduates launch their post-MBA career in Germany, 91% are employed within six months of graduation, and graduates see an average salary increase of 80%. The program also ranks #25 worldwide for return on investment in the QS Global MBA Ranking 2026.

Students can complete a term abroad at one of HHL’s 140 global partner universities, with tuition fully included, or pursue a double degree with a select partner institution. Beyond the international experience, the Advanced Track also includes a six-month student consulting project and an internship in year two — both of which give students the chance to work with potential employers, build hands-on experience in Germany, and strengthen their CV before graduation. The cohort is 97% international with an average age of 32, and German language courses at all levels are offered throughout the program.

HHL’s Career Development Team, ranked #5 worldwide in the FT MiM Ranking 2025, provides personalized career support including one-to-one coaching, CV and application reviews, interview preparation, and networking opportunities. Students also benefit from HHL’s annual Career Day and the MBA Talent Forum, a joint recruiting event organized with leading business schools in Germany.

Both Big Data Analytics and Coding and Data Literacy teach R programming, machine learning, AI-Driven Business Intelligence & Decision Science and data analysis, with no prior coding experience required. The courses Strategy and AI and Disruptive Technologies and Business Models further explore the strategic implications of AI and emerging technologies for organizations and leaders.

Both the Full-Time and Part-Time MBA offer the same academic rigor and lead to the same degree, but differ in pace, structure, and how they fit into professional life. Choosing the right format depends on your career stage, personal circumstances, and the level of disruption you are willing to accept.