Overview This English-taught MBA in General Management trains you for leadership roles across business sectors by combining theory with strong practical application. The curriculum is designed to deepen your business and management expertise and help you immediately apply what you learn in professional settings. Throughout the programme you will receive individual support from a professional coach, work on soft skills and leadership development, and create a clear career-growth strategy while expanding your professional network.
A compulsory study-abroad component takes place in Barcelona, Spain, and the course structure includes integrated international modules. The MBA is delivered at ISM’s Berlin and Munich campuses and begins once per year at the start of the winter semester (end of September). The school holds international AACSB accreditation and has been placed in the top tier of global MBA rankings for multiple consecutive years, recognised among a small number of German business schools for its teaching quality and practical orientation.
Key facts and entry-related information
This MBA curriculum covers the core functions of managing and growing businesses in a global marketplace. Courses address strategy and operations alongside functional disciplines such as marketing, finance and accounting, and supply chain management. The program also integrates contemporary topics like innovation and IT-enabled transformation to equip you for digital disruption and change. Practical leadership development and entrepreneurship are emphasised so you can apply theory to real-world business challenges.
Learning is supported by integrated coaching focused on refining your leadership capabilities, plus one-to-one career guidance to help you translate skills into concrete career steps. By the end of the program you should be able to lead cross-functional teams, design and execute business strategies in international contexts, evaluate financial and marketing choices, and drive innovation and digital initiatives within organisations.
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Learning outcomes and what you’ll gain
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Program requirements
This program requires applicants to hold a first university degree (minimum six semesters) and to have gained professional experience after that degree. The entire admissions procedure is conducted online: you begin by completing the application form and uploading the required documents. Shortlisted candidates take part in a personal online interview in English and prepare a brief case-study presentation as part of the assessment.
The interview and case presentation are designed to evaluate your motivation, fit for the programme in both professional and personal terms, and your English language ability. International applicants should ensure their application documents are complete and be ready to discuss their work experience and career goals in English during the online interview.
Requirements (at a glance)
Winter Semester (International)
15 July 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
31 August 2026
Graduates are prepared for management and leadership positions across industries, with strengthened capabilities in strategy, finance, marketing, operations and digital transformation. The combination of practical case work, an international study module and one-to-one coaching helps you demonstrate leadership potential and a clear career growth plan to employers.
Alumni typically pursue roles in general management, consulting, project and product management, corporate strategy, or launch their own ventures. The programme’s international accreditation, career services and networking opportunities support transitions into higher-responsibility roles both in Germany and abroad.
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