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MBARestricted admission
Master
Executive MBA (EMBA)
Winter: May 1, 2026
Duration
3 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Under 1,500 EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About Executive MBA (EMBA)
The European School of Management and Technology (ESMT Berlin) is a prestigious business school located in the heart of Berlin, Germany. The school offers a variety of programs, including the Executive MBA (EMBA) course, which is designed for experienced professionals looking to advance their careers. The EMBA program at ESMT Berlin provides a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on leadership, strategy, and global business. Students in the program have the opportunity to learn from world-class faculty and network with other high-achieving professionals. Graduates of the EMBA program at ESMT Berlin are well-equipped to take on leadership roles in a variety of industries.
Fields of study
Business & Management(Business & Economics)
How to apply
Channeldirect
Modeonline
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Executive MBA (EMBA) at European School of Management and Technology (ESMT Berlin)
English language
IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
Public info
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1. TOEFL scores may be required for candidates with limited experience in business English. TOEFL scores (95 minimum), PTE score (64 minimum),
2. IELTS score (7 minimum) or other English proficiency tests are accepted. ). ESMT Berlin accepts MyBest™ scores for the TOEFL iBT® test, in addition to TOEFL iBT scores from a single test date. The ESMT TOEFL institution code is 8707. If English is your native language or you earned a university degree exclusively taught in English you do not need to take an English proficiency test
Prerequisites
1\. Five or more years of professional experience, including three years of managerial experience with an emphasis on leadership qualities and achievements (managing people, process, or budgets).
2\. An undergraduate degree or equivalent professional qualification.
3\. Either strong GMAT/GRE scores, the GMAC Executive Assessment or ESMT's admissions test scores\*. ESMT’s MBA GMAT code is H4D-SJ-46 or simply search for ESMT by name. Our Designated Institution (DI) code for the GRE is 7768.
4\. TOEFL scores (95 minimum), PTE score (64 minimum), IELTS score (7 minimum) .
TOEFL scores may be required for candidates with limited experience in business English.
\* ESMT administers admissions tests for candidates who choose not to take the GMAT/GRE or GMAC Executive Assessment. The admissions test is either administered in Berlin, as a one-day assessment at the same time as the in-person interview, or it can be passed online in combination with a Skype admissions interview.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Executive MBA (EMBA)
Programme-specific documents
1. Basic personal data, including birthdate, address, and nationality
2.Your academic and professional background
3. Short essay questions
4. Your CV
5. Two recommendations
6. GMAT/GRE scores
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Executive MBA (EMBA) at European School of Management and Technology (ESMT Berlin)
Application procedure
Application process : https://degrees.esmt.berlin/emba/emba-admissions
Selection process
After the interview, ESMT’s Admissions Committee reviews the complete application and makes an admission decision. The Admissions Committee acts as a separate academic body; all admissions decisions are made objectively, regardless of company support.
If applicants are self-funded, ESMT Admissions will inform them of any scholarship awards at the same time as the admissions decision.
Application quick facts
Apply via
direct
Mode
online
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
Varies
Address
Rick Doyle, Schlossplatz 1, 10178 Berlin
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Tuition
< 1,500 EUR
per semester
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per semester
Application fee
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one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
22,944 – 37,342 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
64,800 Euros
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