Mittelstandsstipendium
Secure your future with a Part-time MBA at HHL
What is the Mittelstandsstipendium for Leipzig?
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management and the City of Leipzig are strengthening the regional economy by offering ten scholarships for the Part-time MBA program. This initiative provides employees of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Leipzig with the opportunity to pursue further education alongside their jobs, enhance their leadership skills, and directly apply newly acquired knowledge within their companies.
The scholarship for the Part-time MBA significantly reduces tuition costs and enables participants to receive a top-tier management education. A total of five full scholarships (100%) and five partial scholarships (25%) are available—an exceptional opportunity to advance your career at a reduced cost!
Who can apply?
The scholarship* is aimed at employees of Leipzig-based SMEs who:
- have at least three years of professional experience
- hold an academic degree (all fields of study are eligible)
- submit a letter of recommendation from their employer.
*Eligible applicants must apply for HHL’s Part-time MBA and be employed by a Leipzig-based company with an annual revenue of EUR 1.5 to 8.0 million. Companies in the financial sector and public administration are excluded.
A Win for Employees and Companies
Many companies worry about losing qualified employees. However, they directly benefit from the program:
- Enhanced Competence – Practical knowledge for current challenges
- Stronger Retention – Further education increases satisfaction and loyalty.
- No Downtime – The part-time model ensures productivity.
- Valuable Network – New business relationships and innovations through the HHL community
Any questions? I am happy to help!
Stephanie Pleiss-Dietrich
Program Consultant
HHL’s Part-time MBA
Drive Change – Make a Positive Impact. The Part-time MBA at HHL opens up new professional and personal opportunities. Comprehensive management knowledge, leadership skills, and individual coaching are essential components of the program. More details are available on the
part-time MBA program page.
In-depth Management Knowledge and Sustainable Leadership Skills
Knowledge You Can Apply Immediately!
The Part-time MBA delivers practical insights in strategy, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Learn from experienced professors and apply your newly gained knowledge directly in your company—for immediate impact!
Personal and Professional Growth
Go Beyond – Professionally and Personally!
With the Part-time MBA, you not only expand your expertise but also strengthen your leadership and soft skills. Benefit from workshops and coaching sessions to prepare yourself optimally for future leadership roles.
Exclusive HHL Network
The HHL Experience: Your Gateway to an Exclusive Network
Studying at HHL connects you to an extensive network of executives, startups, and companies. Build valuable relationships, gain insights from best practices, and shape your career with the support of the HHL community!
Clemens Schülke
Bürgermeister und Beigeordneter für Wirtschaft, Arbeit und Digitales der Stadt Leipzig
The new Mittelstandsstipendium for Leipzig from HHL strengthens our economy. Leipzig-based companies can retain and simultaneously qualify their talents at a world-class business school, meeting international standards yet right on their doorstep.
© Stadt Leipzig
Steffen Fischer
Geschäftsführer | FISCHER druck&medien
The Part-time MBA at HHL was a real turbo boost for my personal development. Negotiation, presenting, networking, and strategic thinking are now at a level I never thought would be possible.
HHL Mittelstandsstipendium for Leipzig: Overview
Scholarship Amount
We are offering five full scholarships and five partial scholarships covering 25% on a “first come, first served” basis.
Application Process
- Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis. Early application increases the chances of receiving financial support.
- Deadline for Scholarship Applications: June 30
- We will only consider scholarship applications from candidates who have submitted a complete application for the program.
- The scholarship application can be submitted either through our application portal or via email to Stephanie Pleiss-Dietrich.
- The selection committee will evaluate the scholarship application once the results of the GMAT, GRE, or HHL Entry Test are available.
Requirements
- Complete program application
- Successful completion of the GMAT, GRE, or HHL Entry Test
- Excellent interview with an HHL professor
- Scholarship application documents (see scholarship task below)
- For employees of companies based in Leipzig with a revenue between 1.5 and 8.0 million euros. Excluded are companies in the financial sector and public administration.
Scholarship Task
Individual Design of the Scholarship Application
To gain a comprehensive impression of the applicants, the following questions offer guidance on topics of particular interest for the HHL Mittelstandsstipendium for Leipzig. These are intended to inspire the application, which can be submitted in a format that best suits the applicant.
Possible questions for content orientation:
- A concise self-description in one sentence (max. 20 words).
- A personal vision for the future: Where do you see yourself in five years, and how does the scholarship play a role in that journey?
- Alternatives for financing your studies at HHL if you are not selected for the scholarship.
- The importance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for the economic development of the new federal states, especially in the Leipzig region.
- Key challenges for leaders in today’s business world – particularly with regard to SMEs. What solutions can be identified?
Flexibility in Application Format
- The application can be submitted in written form (e.g., as an essay) or in a visual format (e.g., as a presentation).
- There is no preferred presentation style – what matters is that the chosen format clearly conveys the core message.
Free Structure of the Length
There is no minimum or maximum length. Applicants are invited to choose the length that best expresses their motivation and personal potential.
Technical Notes:
- The mentioned questions are for orientation only.
- The file should not exceed 5 MB in size.
The selection committee looks forward to receiving meaningful applications.