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Overview of current scholarship & early bird options
As one of the leading providers of executive education in Europe, the WU Executive Academy supports high potentials and managers to meet their educational goals by offering financing for its executive education programs.
Early Bird Bonus
The WU Executive Academy is granting early bird discounts for applications, handed in before a certain deadline.
Global Executive MBA
Applicants for the Global Executive MBA starting in 2026, who hand in their application by September 30, 2025, receive a discount of € 5,000 on the tuition fee.
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Master (CE) Leadership & General Management
Applicants for the Master (CE) Leadership & General Management who hand in their application by June 30, 2025, receive a € 1,000 discount per semester on the tuition fee. The program is taught in German.
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Master (CE) Social Innovation & Management
Applicants for the Master (CE) Social Innovation & Management starting in 2026, who hand in their application by September 30, 2025, receive a € 1,000 discount on the tuition fee.
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Bachelor (CE)
Applicants for the Bachelor (CE) Practice-oriented Business Administration who hand in their application by June 30, 2025, receive a € 300 discount per semester on the tuition fee. The program is taught in German.
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Diplom Betriebswirt*in
Applicants for the CBA (Diplom Betriebswirt*in), who hand in their application by June 30, 2025, receive a € 100 discount per semester on the tuition fee. The program is taught in German.
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Certificate Programs
For applications for certificate programs Marketing & Sales (Start 2025), Risk & Insurance Management (Start 2025), and Logistics & Supply Chain Management (Start 2026).
The programs are taught in German.
- € 300 / semester (€ 2,900 / semester instead of € 3,100 / semester)
Deadlines:
June 30, 2025 (Marketing & Sales, Risk & Insurance Management)
May 31, 2026 (Logistics & Supply Chain Management)
Scholarships
Who are the scholarships for?
For many years, the WU Executive Academy has been supporting high potentials, female applicants, and other applicants with financial need to achieve their educational and career goals by offering scholarships. The scholarships are open for applicants for whom financing the tuition fee is a challenge. The committee considers the personal situation of each scholarship applicant and decides individually whether a scholarship will be awarded and in what amount. Applicants for scholarships need to be self-funded or partially sponsored by their company to a maximum of 50%. Additional eligibility criteria - besides the regular application requirements - for each scholarship can be found below.
Global Executive MBA | WU Executive Academy Scholarships
The WU Executive Academy support high potentials reaching their educational and career goals by offering partial scholarships. If you face difficulties in financing your program, this scholarship is open to you - regardless of your residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All applicants for the Global Executive MBA. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
January 31
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to gemba(at)wu.ac.at.
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Global Executive MBA | Scholarships for Female Leaders
The WU Executive Academy has been supporting women in their professional development for many years. An application for a "Female Leaders" scholarship is open to all female applicants - regardless of residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All female applicants for the Global Executive MBA. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start.
Award:
Need-based scholarships of up to 25% each
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
January 31
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to gemba(at)wu.ac.at.
If you would like to get assistance in the scholarship application process, the members of our Female Leaders Network are happy to answer your questions. Simply send an email to wuea-female-leaders-network(at)wu.ac.at.
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Bucharest Executive MBA | € 120,000 Ziarul Financiar Scholarships
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy & Ziarul Financiar
Open to:
All Romanian citizens or residents of Romania applying for the Bucharest Executive MBA 2025-2027
Award:
1 partial scholarship in the amount of € 29,000
2 partial scholarship in the amount of € 17,500
4 partial scholarship in the amount of € 14,000
Application:
Please use our online application form. Select the program as well as the scholarship you are applying for.
Deadline:
June 10, 2025
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Personal Interview:
Selected candidates for the scholarship will be invited to a personal interview in Bucharest. Presence is mandatory.
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Bucharest Executive MBA | WU Executive Academy Scholarships
The WU Executive Academy support high potentials reaching their educational and career goals by offering partial scholarships. If you face difficulties in financing your program, this scholarship is open to you - regardless of your residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All applicants for the Bucharest Executive MBA. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 35% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to emba-buc(at)wu.ac.at.
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.
Bucharest Executive MBA | Scholarships for Female Leaders
The WU Executive Academy has been supporting women in their professional development for many years. An application for a "Female Leaders" scholarship is open to all female applicants - regardless of residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All female applicants for the Bucharest Executive MBA. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 35% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to emba-buc(at)wu.ac.at.
If you would like to get assistance in the scholarship application process, the members of our Female Leaders Network are happy to answer your questions. Simply send an email to wuea-female-leaders-network(at)wu.ac.at.
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.
Vienna Executive MBA with Specialization Options | WU Executive Academy Scholarships
The WU Executive Academy support high potentials reaching their educational and career goals by offering partial scholarships. If you face difficulties in financing your program, this scholarship is open to you - regardless of your residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All applicants for the following Executive MBA specializations. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start:
- Digital Transformation & Data Science
- Energy Management
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Finance
- Life Science & Health Care Management
- Strategic Marketing & Sales
- Strategic Project Management
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to mba(at)wu.ac.at.
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.
Vienna Executive MBA with Specialization Options | Scholarships for Female Leaders
The WU Executive Academy has been supporting women in their professional development for many years. An application for a "Female Leaders" scholarship is open to all female applicants - regardless of residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All female applicants for the following Executive MBA specializations. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start:
- Digital Transformation & Data Science
- Energy Management
- Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Finance
- Life Science & Health Care Management
- Strategic Marketing & Sales
- Strategic Project Management
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to mba(at)wu.ac.at.
If you would like to get assistance in the scholarship application process, the members of our Female Leaders Network are happy to answer your questions. Simply send an email to wuea-female-leaders-network(at)wu.ac.at.
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.
Executive MBA Strategic Project Management | SENET Scholarships
The WU Executive Academy support high potentials reaching their educational and career goals by offering partial scholarships. If you face difficulties in financing your program, this scholarship is open to you.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
Applicants for the Executive MBA Strategic Project Management, who are citizens and residents of a SENET country: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Greece, Hungary, Montenegro, Poland, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Serbia, Romania, Ukraine, and Turkey.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to emba-spm(at)wu.ac.at.
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Executive MBA Strategic Project Management | Young Professionals Scholarships
The WU Executive Academy support high potentials reaching their educational and career goals by offering partial scholarships. If you face difficulties in financing your program, this scholarship is open to you.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
Applicants for the Executive MBA Strategic Project Management with a maximum age of 35 years at time of application.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to emba-spm(at)wu.ac.at.
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.
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LL.M. Law for Executives | WU Executive Academy Scholarships
The WU Executive Academy support high potentials reaching their educational and career goals by offering partial scholarships. If you face difficulties in financing your program, this scholarship is open to you - regardless of your residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All applicants for the LL.M. Law for Executives - taught in German. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to llm(at)wu.ac.at
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.
LL.M. Law for Executives | Scholarships for Female Leaders
The WU Executive Academy has been supporting women in their professional development for many years. An application for a "Female Leaders" scholarship is open to all female applicants - regardless of residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All female applicants for the LL.M. Law for Executives - taught in German. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, up to 25% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
June 30
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to llm(at)wu.ac.at.
If you would like to get assistance in the scholarship application process, the members of our Female Leaders Network are happy to answer your questions. Simply send an email to wuea-female-leaders-network(at)wu.ac.at.
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.
Master (CE) Social Innovation & Management | Social Impact Scholarships
The WU Executive Academy support high potentials reaching their educational and career goals by offering partial scholarships. If you face difficulties in financing your program, this scholarship is open to you - regardless of your residence or citizenship.
Funded by:
WU Executive Academy
Open to:
All applicants for the Master (CE) Social Innovation & Management. Applications only possible for next upcoming program start.
Scholarship award:
Partial scholarships, 10% of the tuition fee.
Deadline:
January 31
Selection criteria:
In addition to financial need, the committee evaluates aspects such as: motivation, social competence and ability to work in teams, analytical skills, potential contribution to peer learning, diversity of the cohort, language proficiency, previous career track, and development potential. When two candidates have similar profiles and motivation, priority is given to the one with the larger proven financial need.
Selection process:
After receiving your application documents, you will be invited to a personal interview. During this interview, you will have the opportunity to personally demonstrate your motivation and career goals as well as your potential contribution to the program. A committee evaluates all applications received and decides shortly after whether you will be awarded a scholarship and the amount of the scholarship.
Application:
Please select the program and scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
In addition to the general application documents, a proof of salary must be provided upon request (payslip, income statement or confirmation from the company). If you have to cope with extraordinary financial burdens (care of a family member, medical expenses, etc.), please also submit a corresponding proof of this. If you have any questions, please send us an email to msc-sim(at)wu.ac.at.
Profile Check:
We are happy to give you feedback on your profile before starting the online application. Please register here for your free profile-check.