Key Facts and Requirements
Programme
Master of Business Administration
Jointly run by University of Cologne Executive School and Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, you will be awarded a degree from both universities.
Degrees
Double degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA) from University of Cologne and Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University.
Accreditation
International triple crown (RSM): AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS
Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences (UoC): EQUIS
Cologne-Rotterdam EMBA: AQAS
Duration
24 months
Timing & Location
Classes usually take place in Cologne fortnightly (usually on Friday evening and Saturday). One residency week as well as at least one elective course takes place in Rotterdam.
Study Trips
The programme consists of two study trips, each is one week in another country. You first study trip will include lectures, in-class discussions and visits to local enterprises for an in-depth view of the country’s business and social culture.
The second study trip will consist of a Leadership Retreat that will take place in a location in Europe. During this trip, you will reflect upon your journey over the previous 24 months through different team activities and put together a set of next steps to continue on your leadership path.
Language
English
Learning Elements
- Courses, case studies, and team assignments
- Peer learning through extensive classroom interaction
- Personal Leadership Development
- Individual coaching
- In-company thesis
- Networking
Class Profile
- International student body which consists of 50% german candidates and 50% international candidates
- Diverse educational backgrounds, including management, economics, social sciences, engineering, law, natural sciences and medicine
- Diverse industry backgrounds, including consulting, consumer goods, energy, logistics, manufacturing, media and publishing, retailing, services and health
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of work experience (after the completion of your first academic degree)
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree
- First experiences in managing people or projects
- English language proficiency: Level B2 (CEFR/GER)
Find further information on the proof of English language proficiency here.
Start
02 Sep 2024
Application Deadline
12 August 2024
Tuition Fees
59,500 Euro* (Scholarships available)
Payments are due in four instalments over the two-year study period.
*The tuition fee is tax deductible in Germany, please consult your tax advisor for further advice.
