Overview
Recommendations
Next Steps
Social media
Responsible Leadership - Sustainability as a Success Factor
Sustainability is more than just a trend - it is the basis for future-proof business and opens up enormous opportunities for companies. From innovative business models and improved efficiency to a stronger brand image: sustainable strategies create added value on many levels. Managers play a key role in anchoring ecological, social and economic responsibility in companies. But what does a leader need in order to use sustainability and all its benefits for the success of the company?
Sustainable leadership requires strategic thinking to combine long-term goals with the demands of the present, the ability to initiate and implement transformative changes in companies, and sound knowledge of ESG criteria in order to integrate sustainability in every dimension - ecological, social and economic - in a targeted and effective manner.
Sustainability - an Ethical Obligation & Economic Opportunity
Sustainability is not only an ethical responsibility, but also an economic necessity. Responsible use of resources protects our environment, promotes a just society and secures the basis of life for future generations. With part-time programs such as the Vienna Executive MBA Energy Management and the ESG & Sustainability course, the WU Executive Academy empowers managers to actively contribute to positive change towards a sustainable economy and society.
WU Executive Academy: Accreditations & MBA-Rankings
The WU Vienna University of Economics and Business is one of Europe's leading universities and can look back on over 100 years of excellence in executive education. We are proud to have received the prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, which is reflected in the outstanding quality of our executive education. This has also been recognized in international rankings:
Top 40: QS World University Ranking
Top 45: Financial Times European Business School Ranking
125 Years of Teaching Experience
Prestigious academic pioneer: There are reasons why thousands of students from over 100 countries choose to study at the WU Vienna. Europe’s largest business university takes its responsibility to forge tomorrow’s leaders very seriously. Our unique vision of intelligent, sustainable leadership offers a significant competitive advantage in international business.
Top international faculty: Our faculty comprises an exclusive pool of some of the finest academic and business management minds around the globe. They are offering a wealth of real-world experience in leading international companies.
Research-led teaching: The quality of didactic content exerts a significant influence on the success of individuals, companies and, society as a whole. The foundation of curated, ongoing research guarantees the efficacy of our programs.
Leveraging cutting-edge theory into business practice: The core expertise we offer derives from an intensive and focused exchange with a range of business sectors and industries. This results in a proven hybrid of cutting-edge research and rock-solid, effective business practice.
Triple accreditation: The WU Vienna is one of only a few business universities worldwide awarded prestigious triple accreditation, confirming our place among the world’s elite.
High international rankings: We are justifiably proud of our top positions in leading international rankings.
Custom-designed learning environment: In the middle of a campus rich with award-winning architecture, the WU Executive Academy stands out. Our stunning, new building is custom-designed to provide the ultimate modern learning environment.
Study in the Heart of Europe
Beautiful study location - Vienna: An incomparable fusion of past and present, Vienna is a stunning place to work and study. Austria’s capital city pairs superb, modern infrastructure with art, architecture, culture, and cuisine. Consistently ranked among the most liveable cities in the world. Vienna is a thriving, accessible, central European hub for business, and home to numerous large corporations and international organizations.
Join a Diverse Network
Selected peer group: A challenging, stimulating environment is essential to maximize the benefits of our programs. Participants join a carefully selected, proactive group of like-minded, dynamic, responsible leaders. Together they question, discuss and debate the cases and solutions presented. The professional network built during your studies will continue to support your career long after you complete your learning journey.
Multicultural synergies: It would be absurd to study in a way or in an environment which did not reflect the most basic reality of international business. The broad range of nationalities and cultural backgrounds constituting the peer group contributes further to the added value of our programs. Offering a thought-provoking richness of perspectives.
Diverse industries and roles: The executives and managers who study at the WU Executive Academy come from a range of industries and companies. They play the most varied roles within these organizations. This diversity combines to offer an additional wealth of exciting insights into the challenges of the fast-paced, modern world of international business.
Varied, stimulating perspectives: Your colleagues’ diverse perspectives and the solutions you evolve combine to challenge you to consider things from a different perspective. A dynamic synergy arises within the peer group and your individual attitude evolves to an advanced level of innovative openness.