International Programmes 2026/2027

Global Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Global Online MBA

WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management • Düsseldorf

Degree
Master of Business Administration
Course location
Düsseldorf
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

Courses are completely taught in English.

Full-time / part-time
  • part-time (study alongside work)
Mode of study
More than 50% online
Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter and summer semester
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the winter semester:
until 15 July
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the summer semester:
until 25 January
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

The Global Online MBA programme is designed for high-achieving professionals from all over the world who are employed or self-employed and who are eager to learn more about general management to take their careers to the next level.

Top five reasons to study the Global Online MBA at WHU:

FLEXIBLE:
Study part-time in 24 months or complete your MBA in up to five years.

PERSONALISED:
Customise your learning journey with options to interchange core courses with asynchronous courses and/or an international course experience. Attend a tailored online career weekend to suit your aspirations.

ENGAGING:
Connect in real-time through regular online live teaching sessions, group work, student clubs and career-related events, and more.

TRANSFORMATIVE:
The leadership module provides you with tools to explore your strengths to craft your leadership vision and achieve your goals.

COMMUNITY BUILDING:
Networking plays a crucial role. Online as well as offline networking opportunities, such as a Residential Week on the Düsseldorf campus, are very important for students and alumni of the WHU Global Online MBA programme. Be part of WHU’s diverse global alumni network and enhance your professional network.

Course organisation

WHU’s unique online learning format embodies education with a global reach. During the week, you can study anytime, anywhere, with the self-paced learning modules. At the weekend, learn from WHU’s globally renowned faculty and interact with guest speakers from various industries via virtual synchronous sessions. Students will also work on case studies and projects with their peers in groups, preparing them to collaborate and lead on world’s stage.

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International elements
  • Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)
Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)

Global Online MBA students are offered one optional six-days international course experience (for an extra fee). They can choose between different options in the USA or in Asia.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Pace of course
Mixed (e.g. fixed exam dates and duration, study content can be studied at any time)
Phase(s) of attendance in Germany (applies to the entire programme)
Yes, compulsory
Tuition fees per semester
The following tuition fees apply for applicants from: all countries
9,500 EUR
Tuition fees may vary
Tuition fees may vary depending on several factors. For an exact breakdown of costs, please check the programme website.
Semester contribution

None

Funding opportunities within the university
Yes
Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

WHU grants partial scholarships to enable highly talented candidates from all countries to pursue the WHU MBA. As you can infer from the names and descriptions of the scholarships (Diversity scholarship, Women in Business scholarship, Globalisation scholarship, Entrepreneurship scholarship), we try to support individuals who are likely to add special value to the MBA class.

Academic admission requirements

We require the following for your application:

  • Undergraduate degree (Bachelor's or equivalent with a copy of the official certificate)
  • Minimum of two years postgraduate work experience
  • Completed online application form via the WHU Online Application Center
  • One letter of recommendation from a supervisor. Please ask your supervisor to send it via their business account to online-mba(at)whu.edu.
  • Proof of English language proficiency (see below)
  • GMAT score or equivalent GRE (dependent on previous experience - contact us for further details). The WHU GMAT recipient code is FBR-FH-02, the WHU GRE recipient code is 7175. GMAT scores are valid for five years.
German language skills
No minimum language level required
English language skills
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.:
  • TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5.5
  • Reading: 5
  • Listening: 5
  • Speaking: 5
  • Writing: 5
  • TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 100
  • IELTS Academic: 7
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the winter semester:
until 15 July
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the summer semester:
until 25 January
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
Submit application via
Please check this website.
Career advisory services and programmes for future professionals

The MBA marks an important and exciting turning point in your career. Whether you aspire to move up the career ladder in your current field, change industry, job function, or location, our top-ranked MBA Career Center provides one-on-one coaching and guidance to help turn your career ambitions into reality.

WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management

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WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management is a state-approved private institute of higher education with university status. WHU offers internationally-oriented courses of study in Business Administration (MSc, BSc), a full-time, part-time, and online MBA, the Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA, and a doctoral degree programme as well as specialised corporate training programmes. WHU also has the authority to award PhDs and professorships. Its international network includes more than 200 partner universities on all continents with whom exchanges of lecturers and students take place, as well as cooperation in research worldwide. In 1998, WHU became the first German university to be accredited by the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). In February 2024, the accreditation was extended by EQUIS for another five years. WHU is regularly certified by EQUIS, FIBAA, and AACSB, which guarantees an excellent standard of courses and a high degree of internationalisation.
In addition, WHU is the only private institution of higher education in Germany that is a member of the German Research Association (DFG). In both national and international rankings WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management continues to occupy leading positions.

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