Executive Education
Accreditations
3
Financial Times Executive MBA Ranking
45
nations represented by students and alumni
100
students and alumni
6500
Executive Education
  • The Global Executive MBA is an internationally-oriented, cutting-edge partnership between the University of Minnesota and the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Vienna). It will provide you a unique 360° global vision with expert insights into management and leadership practice in developed and emerging markets on four continents. Additionally to the interactive courses in Vienna, you will embark on 3 International Immersions. There you will familiarize yourself with the latest thinking of leading international professors, senior managers and policy makers.

    Program duration
    3 Semester
    Language
    English
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    € 59,200
    Kerstin Knapp
    Quotation mark

    he program provided me with the necessary knowledge and competencies to look at human capital in a more holistic and strategic way to provide added value to the organization.

    Kerstin Knapp Executive Vice President People & Culture | Vestas
  • Our Vienna Executive MBA with Specialization Options is oriented towards the high demands of today's business world. It equips you with the necessary tools to meet the professional challenges as a manager. As a graduate, you will be able to seize new opportunities and quickly adapt to current economic conditions. The MBA program is aimed at candidates in middle management who want to expand their previous education with current management know-how and additionally acquire industry specific knowledge with one of the 8 specialization options.

    Program duration
    3 Semester
    Language
    English
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    € 39,200
    Milena Prvulovic
    Quotation mark

    The MBA allowed me to perfect my skills and more importantly hone the systemic approach to projects and daily work, invaluable skills throughout one’s career.

    Milena Prvulovic Program Specialist | United Nations Development Program
  • We provide a challenging and nurturing learning environment in Vienna, Bucharest, and the United States, which enables you to acquire tools necessary to become a world-class business leader. The Bucharest Executive MBA builds a deep understanding of core business subjects in all major functional areas, enables you to develop the skills needed to recognize and adapt to emerging trends and technologies, and greatly improves your management and leadership abilities.

    Program duration
    3 Semester
    Language
    English
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    € 42,200
    Cosmin Nazdravanu
    Quotation mark

    What we have learned in the classroom were not just lessons of management but lessons for life which we’ll take away with us forever.

    Cosmin Nazdravanu Manager Business Controlling | Michelin
  • The LL.M. programs provide participants with the legal expertise needed for leadership success in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, prepares them for the digitization of information exchange between tax authorities and taxpayers, and for a variety of business law and governance roles.

    Program duration
    3 Semester
    Language
    German and English
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    € 25,200
    [Translate to English:] Mary O'Leary
    Quotation mark

    The program has not only widened my knowledge in both tax and technology but also facilitated an understanding of the tax function from a variety of perspectives. This has greatly enhanced my confidence in my chosen career path.

    Mary O'Leary Tax and Technology Lead | Vizor
  • Our Master programs are part-time, postgraduate degree programs providing highly practical content. 3 different Master programs provide content in the areas of accounting & auditing (incl. preparation for the professional exams), leadership & general management and social innovation & management.

    Program duration
    3 Semester
    ECTS credits
    90
    Language
    German and English
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    € 27,200
    [Translate to English:] Verena Kerschbaumer
    Quotation mark

    For the most part, the program can be arranged flexibly and is thus well compatible with work. The virtual group work encourages joint learning and leads to good networking among students.

    Verena Kerschbaumer Student
  • This bachelor's degree program provides advanced professional training with a focus on business administration, taking into account various disciplines and industries. It is aimed at people with professional experience who, in parallel with their careers, are seeking education and training at bachelor's level with a strong focus on business management and at the same time a strong application orientation. Complementary to the major in Business Administration, one of the following subject-specific specializations must be chosen: Marketing & Sales, Risk & Insurance Management, Logistics & Supply Chain Management.

    Program duration
    6 Semester
    ECTS credits
    180
    Language
    German
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    € 3,500 per semester + € 200 Application Fee
    Bodo B. Schlegelmilch
    Quotation mark

    Students in our new bachelor's programs receive high-quality, accredited continuing education with an academic degree while advancing their careers.

    Bodo B. Schlegelmilch Dean of the WU Executive Academy
  • These part-time programs provide up-to-date practical knowledge tailored to the specific needs of your industry. As a program participant, you benefit not only from the latest academic findings and practical expertise of our practitioners, but also from direct access to a network of industry experts. The Certificate Programs are thaugt in German.

    Program duration
    3 Semester
    Language
    German
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    € 8,700
    [Translate to English:] Katarina Kocinska
    Quotation mark

    The Certificate Program gave me new knowledge, experience and many contacts through networking. The practice-oriented courses were professional and versatile. It is an investment that opens up new career opportunities.

    Katarina Kocinska Customer Service | Advertising & Fundraising Agency proNPO GmbH
  • With the compact programs, you will get fit for the challenges of today's and tomorrow's economy. The part-time, practically relevant and compact continuing education courses are aimed at executives at all management levels as well as at companies. The courses are mostly held in blocks over a few days (some also online) and cover topics such as management, leadership, strategy, digitalization, technology, organization and HR and impart knowledge, skills, competencies and methods on specific trend topics.

    Program duration
    1 Semester
    Language
    German and English
    Program type
    Part-time degree program
    Application Period
    depending on the program
    Shkelqim Meqa
    Quotation mark

    The Data Governance program of the WU Executive Academy has provided me with the necessary knowledge to support our bank in the journey towards data-driven organization transformation.

    Shkelqim Meqa Head of Data an Analytics | Raiffeisen Bank Kosovo
5 Reasons to Study at WU Executiuve Academy
Handle Real-Time Issues

Our programs provide you with the tools and the most up-to-date knowledge necessary to handle today’s challenges in the business world.

Study & Work with Our Felxible Format

Our programs are built around you and your lifestyle as a busy executive. Our part-time modular structure allows you to continue to work whilst studying, with minimum time “off-the-job”.

First Class Network

Through connections to leading companies from all industries, contact with diverse participants in different functions and international experts and speakers, there are excellent networking opportunities to further your professional development.

International Accreditations

As part of WU Vienna, the WU Executive Academy is AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System) accredited. Moreover, the outstanding quality of its MBA programs has been recognized by AMBA (Association of MBAs) awarding its renowned global accreditation.

State-of-the-Art Technology

Participants benefit from state-of-the-art, technology-based learning and teaching methods. As a WU Executive Academy student, you will have access to one of the largest e-learning platforms worldwide. The platform is a customized virtual classroom. Moreover, you also learn how to effectively use online collaboration tools for your daily job.

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