Part-time MBA

Discovering new career prospects

You know what you want — an exciting, fulfilling and successful career. And we know how to support you best along the way. Our Career Development Team was recently voted into the top 11 — worldwide! — in the latest edition of the Financial Times Ranking. It didn’t happen by chance; our experienced psychologists and career experts have developed a special mix of one-on-one coaching sessions, personality tests and workshops. Together, we’ll find out what your strengths are, how you can build upon them and which career options suit you best. There’s a good reason for that. If you lead yourself in an effective manner and pursue authentic, meaningful goals, you’ll be much more successful. You will also gain a lot more freedom to seize new professional opportunities. Plus: You’ll feel encouraged to change — an essential driving force for your career in the future. Our graduates are living proof of how important that is. The majority of them already sought new challenges while still studying or shortly after finishing. Many of them soon secured leadership and management positions, working, for instance, for the following companies:

If you wish, our career experts will also accompany you through the application process. We will gladly review your résumé as well as prepare you for your job interviews, selection processes and salary negotiations. You will have access to our global alumni network. We will give you access to job ads and exclusive recruiting events with top-level companies on the HHL campus. We will put our heart and soul into enabling you to get the dream job which fits you perfectly and allows you to flourish. Even after your studies, we’re here for you, offering advice on all career-related questions. You are going to benefit from our career development and the HHL Community all your life!

Responsible, entrepreneurially-minded, executives are in high demand in this volatile, ever-changing world. Therefore, our part-time MBA program focuses primarily on entrepreneurship and leadership. Both of these topics are written in HHL’s DNA. They are taught across subjects and practised in an inspiring atmosphere. It’s not without reason that HHL is considered to be the prime hotbed for startups among the business schools and a trailblazer in Europe. Want to find out more? Continue reading here.

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Studying on the job: Studying part-time

In HHL’s part-time MBA program, you take center stage. Everything is geared towards you being able to reconcile your studies with your current professional challenges in the best possible way. We also make sure that your study periods are compatible with your job. Your MBA program takes two years and includes eight to nine weekends as well as one module week per year. Students can share experiences, establish valuable contacts and benefit from a large network.

Compulsory modules: Essentials & basis of success

Accounting and Finance, Leadership, International Business or Entrepreneurship — our compulsory modules will teach you all about the fundamental management disciplines. This not only includes the classic fields of business administration but also the development of your personal leadership competencies. We rely on practical instruction and interactive study methods as a part of this process. Case studies, simulations and group work help you to gain the necessary professional and personal security to complete leadership tasks in an international and interdisciplinary context.

Extension modules: Consolidation & specialization

The extension modules allow you to tailor your MBA program to your professional focal points, personal career goals and individual development. You have a choice between different modules, of which you have to complete a minimum of three (please see the complete overview in download section below). If you decide for a term abroad, you will only have to complete two extension modules. How does that work? We offer you the chance to complete a term abroad at one of our 140 partner universities. This way, you can gain international and intercultural experience while still studying. One more tip: Our professors and Career Development Team gladly support you in selecting suitable modules. Just talk to us. We’re here for you!

The successful completion of your MBA program!

The final project is the perfect opportunity to apply the knowledge you acquired in your MBA program to a real business project based on your personal managerial experience. You can also focus on a company-specific topic or develop a business plan. You will choose the topic together with our professors and lecturers. They will also be available to help you while you prepare the thesis.

The highlight at the end: The Global Immersion Seminar!

Look forward to a special highlight at the end of the part-time MBA program: the Global Immersion Seminar. Past lecture visits have taken place at leading business schools, including Boston University School of Management, Babson College, Harvard Business School and MIT. The Global Immersion Seminar lectures include a 2-3 day program at a renowned business school. This way you will get the latest management knowledge from recognized experts and at the same time gain important international experience and contacts.

Our leadership courses in the Part-time MBA program are unique and bring different perspectives together. With an integrated peer coaching we give the participants the possibility to develop and strengthen their leadership competencies. With our open course for individual coaching sessions we offer for those, who like to, also individual sessions with a business coach.

Dr. Dr. Justinus Pech
Academic Director Part-time MBA
Certified Business Coach (ICF)

Perhaps you are still hesistant to take on the 2-year part-time MBA program, due to its time scope and costs involved. Then, you may take the following alternative option into consideration:
It is possible to take first certificate programs offered by our HHL Executive Education and then continue with the part-time MBA program. Currently we are offering this option with the

• General Management Program (GMP).

The program address executives from diverse backgrounds who want to expand their management and leadership know-how. Starting with the GMP you can find out whether you want to go deeper into management topics and to proceed  with the part-time MBA. The 18 credits, earned within the GMP  are fully accountable towards the PTMBA study program (90 ECTS). At the same time, the costs are offset against the PTMBA study fees.

If you feel this combination is attractive for you and you are interested in deepening your management and leadership skills, please contact Stephanie Pleiss-Dietrich.

Internationality as common practice

International, cosmopolitan and multifaceted — HHL is your gateway to the world. New York, Paris, Moscow, Stockholm, Singapore, Hong Kong or Sydney? At HHL, you have the chance to gain valuable international experience as a part of your part-time MBA program and complete a term abroad at one of our 140 partner universities worldwide.

Would you like to spend an entire term abroad? Or would you prefer to complete individual classes at renowned universities in other countries? How about an international short program such as summer school? Whatever you decide: HHL will help you to organize your studies abroad and remains your contact point while you complete the courses. Use this opportunity to expand your management skills and intercultural competencies. Explore new countries and cultures and establish important international contacts while still studying.

Conferences, workshops, sports events or social commitment — at HHL, students can participate in various student initiatives. This promotes social cohesion and offers new insight, fresh ideas and valuable contacts. Would you like to get involved?

The Campus: In the heart of Leipzig!

The HHL Campus is centrally located and, at the same time, surrounded by idyllic parks and rivers. You will experience an inspiring multicultural atmosphere and real campus flair. You also get to take advantage of the adjacent sports department of the University of Leipzig; as an HHL student, you are eligible to use all of their sports facilities and to sign up for sports courses offered by the Leipzig University. And to accommodate a flexible study schedule, we grant our students access to HHL’s premises 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can use the library, the study areas and meeting rooms, the lounge and the Student Club any time you want! Intrigued? Please contact us – we would be delighted to show you around our campus in person! We look forward to meeting you!

During or after your studies — as a participant of the part-time MBA program you will benefit not only from our alumni network but also the numerous student initiatives, such as the annual Accelerate@HHL Conference, the TEDxHHL Talk or the Venture Capital Club. You will also have access to guest lectures and recruiting events with representatives from top-level international companies such as Amazon, Accenture, BMW, Bosch, Deloitte, CHECK24, Mister Spex, Porsche, Roland Berger, Xing and many others.

The tuition fees for the complete program amount to EUR 41,600. 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 3,500 
• Early Bird 2: January 31 – Discount: EUR 2,500
• Early Bird 3: March 31 – Discount: EUR 1,500

The tuition fee covers all costs for teaching and examination services and the cost of course materials. Meals are provided on campus during the course weekends and residential weeks. In addition, the fee for the Global Immersion Seminar is already included. Only accommodation and travel costs are not covered.

And, of course, the fees do not have to be paid in one lump sum. You will pay your tuition fees in four instalments – spread out over two years. For further information, see our payment terms.

One more important note: Your tuition fees are tax-deductible as an anticipated income-related expense. Check out our brochure (in German) on this for tips. Please contact your tax consultant for more information.

*In order to receive the early bird discount, you must have submitted your application by the above deadlines, as well as submit all missing documents and tests (including GMAT/GRE or HHL Entry Test) and successfully pass the HHL admissions interview until January 31 (Early Bird 1), March 31 (Early Bird 2) or June 30 (Early Bird 3).

After you have been admitted to HHL, we ask you to pay a commitment fee of EUR 3,500 to secure your place in the part-time MBA program. The remaining costs will have to be paid in two installments at the beginning of the first and second study year. Quarterly payments are also possible upon request.

Do you have any other questions regarding tuition fees and financing? Please do not hesitate to contact us right away. We’re happy to help.

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 your personality.

And keep in mind:
Your tuition fees are tax-deductible as an anticipated income-related expense. Check out our brochure (in German) for tips. Please contact your own tax consultant for further details.