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Vienna Executive MBA Life Science & Health Care Management
Shape and Lead the Future of Life
20th Anniversary Early Bird Bonus
-10% granted on tuition fee for applications received by March 31, 2025
The healthcare and life science ecosystem is undergoing rapid transformation, creating a dynamic landscape filled with both challenges and unprecedented opportunities. Our new Vienna Executive MBA Life Science & Health Care Management is designed to empower leaders to thrive in this complex, future-shaping ecosystem.
Life Science: A Sector of Complexity and Opportunity
The life science sector explores the essence of life and health, spanning a broad range of disciplines such as medicine, biological science, biochemistry, and genetics. It’s a complex ecosystem involving:
Established pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and healthcare providers
Start-ups, IT firms, consultancies, and policy regulators
An intricate interplay of innovation, governance, public health, and the ecological processes that sustain life
The Executive MBA degree in Life Science & Health Care Management addresses the growing demands and resource constraints within this sector. It equips participants with both academic knowledge and practical tools to navigate real-world challenges, ensuring they can actively contribute to shaping the future of healthcare and life sciences. With a focus on applied skills, the program prepares participants to tackle complex problems and lead innovative solutions within their organizations.
International Seal of Quality
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
Real-Life Content
You bring your business challenges to class for discussion
International residency (USA), real-life cases and exclusive company visits
Apply your newly acquired knowledge directly to your job
Global Network
Over 6,500 members from approx. 100 nations
Online student and alumni platform
Local community chapters
Exclusive events and services
A great resource for company insights and exchange
Personal Development
Personal skills training
Career workshops
International Faculty
Faculty members from top universities around the globe, e.g. WU Wien, University of Texas, SDA Bocconi, Tel Aviv University
Acclaimed experts and research leaders
Guest speakers from top corporations, e.g. Carpima Invest, Numerics Economic & Financial Consulting LTD
Blended Learning
Compact format with 18 months duration
Lectures in the classroom and through our online learning platform
Executive MBA: Leading the Way in Life Science & Health Care Management
1. International Life Science Hub
Situated in Vienna, a leading hub for life sciences in Europe, the Executive MBA Life Science & Health Care Management offers unparalleled access to a global network and the opportunity to stay at the forefront of an evolving industry.
2. Foster Cross-Sector Collaboration
Master the skills to connect and coordinate diverse stakeholders - researchers, policymakers, tech innovators, healthcare providers, and beyond - driving collective success in a complex ecosystem.
3. Accelerate Innovation and Strategic Governance
Gain expertise in bridging advanced technologies, healthcare practices, and governance frameworks to lead impactful innovation and ensure sustainable development.
4. Empowering Leaders in Complexity
Learn to navigate regulatory landscapes, manage limited resources effectively, and drive transformative initiatives in one of the world's most challenging industries.
Purpose-Driven Leadership Align your personal values and professional ambitions to make a meaningful contribution to global healthcare and life sciences.
5. Purpose-Driven Leadership
Align your personal values and professional ambitions to make a meaningful contribution to global healthcare and life sciences.
Jurgen Willems
- Academic Director Executive MBA Life Science & Health Care Management
The Vienna Executive MBA Life Science & Health Care Management connects research, technology, practice, and governance. Its goal is to bring together people who have previously operated in separate fields to collaboratively develop new solutions.
Key Benefits of the Executive MBA Life Science & Health Care Management
Global Networking Opportunities: Forge connections with a diverse cohort of professionals across healthcare, life sciences, technology, biology and policy, creating pathways for mentorship, collaboration, and future partnerships.
Innovation Leadership: Acquire the tools to lead interdisciplinary teams, foster innovation, and implement solutions that address the sector’s most pressing challenges.
Strategic Sustainability Thinking: Develop strategies to balance patient care, resource optimization, and organizational success while contributing to long-term sustainability.
Continuous Professional Growth: Stay ahead of industry trends by accessing the latest knowledge, best practices, and leadership tools needed to excel in an ever-evolving ecosystem.
Impactful Collaboration Skills: Learn to work effectively within and across highly specialized teams, enhancing your ability to navigate complex group dynamics and cross-organizational initiatives.
Target Audience
The Executive MBA degree in Life Science & Health Care Management is tailored for transformational leaders and professionals from:
Pharmaceutical companies in Vienna, Munich, and beyond.
Healthcare networks, hospitals, and research institutions.
Policy-making organizations and think tanks focused on healthcare governance.
IT firms specializing in healthcare and life sciences solutions.
Consultancy firms and second-tier support organizations, including incubators and insurance providers.
A Future-Focused Mission
Our Vienna Executive MBA Life Science & Health Care Management is more than an educational experience - it’s a call to action for leaders who aspire to redefine the future of healthcare. What role will you play in this transformative ecosystem of innovative thinkers?
Official Degree - Executive MBA of Business Administration
After completing the program, you will graduate with the academic title "Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)" from the WU Vienna University of Economics and Business.
How many hours per week do I have to plan for studying?
On average, you should plan on spending about 15-20 hours per week working on the content. We recommend investing 2-3 hours a day.
How can managers with 50-60 hours working time manage the program?
Completing an MBA program while working is a demanding endeavor. The WU Executive Academy offers flexible options that will enable you to better integrate your studies in your professional and private life.
Blended learning structures optimize knowledge transfer and make for smooth learning journeys. Access to our e-learning platform allows you to finish your assignments in a flexible way – on your way to work, the lunch break, or during a business trip.
You can choose between two tracks in the first year of the Executive MBA program (the Business Core): the On-Campus Track or the Hybrid Track. Both tracks consist of seven modules each. If you choose the On-Campus Track, you will complete all modules on site; if you opt for the Hybrid Track, you will travel to the campus for four modules and take the remaining three as synchronous and asynchronous online sessions.
Choose the On-Campus Track to experience all our campus has to offer as well as a lively on-site exchange with faculty and fellow students at the impressive WU Campus. Alternatively, opt for a mix of classes on site of the WU Campus (4x) and online teaching (3x) in the Hybrid Track, which will let you benefit from mutual exchange and networking on site while simultaneously saving you days off from work and money as three of the modules will not require travel to and from the campus.
How are students evaluated during the Executive MBA?
- Participation in class: Students are continuously evaluated during classroom discussions and video conferences. Every contribution, whether written or spoken, is taken into account.
- Individual assignments: Students are asked to participate in quiz questions, individual assignments or evaluated homework.
- Group assignments: As part of a small team, students must prepare presentations, research papers or papers.
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