Global Executive MBA | WU Vienna

ⓘ Covid-19: Currently, we are offering modules in a hybrid format whenever possible, i.e. in-class teaching with simultaneous online participation for those students who are facing travel restrictions.

Gain a global perspective

The EMBA 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.

The part-time program structure is designed to help you balance your demanding career and challenging but nurturing studies, while also developing your professional and personal skills. This Master of Business Administration is just the start of your professional transformation, which continues beyond your 16 months at the WU Executive Academy. As a Global Executive Alumni, you continue your development with durable professional and personal relationships and learning within the MBA community and the WU Executive Academy alumni network.

What can the Global Executive MBA offer you?
- Real-Life Content
  Real-Life Content
  
  You bring your business challenges to class for discussion
  
  Real life cases and exclusive company visits
  
  Apply your newly acquired knowledge directly to your job
- Global Network
  Global Network
  
  Over 4,500 members from over 85 nations
  
  Online student and alumni platform
  
  Local community chapters
  
  Exclusive events and services
  
  A great resource for company insights and exchange
- Personal Development
  Personal Development
  
  Individual coaching
  
  Personal skills training
  
  Career workshops
- Blended Learning
  Blended Learning
  
  Compact format with 16 months duration
  
  Only 45 days off your job
  
  Class time is once a month Thursday–Sunday
- International Experience
  International Experience
  
  3 international residencies to Asia, South America and the U.S.A.
  
  Global Team Project with EMBA students from 3 continents
- International Faculty
  International Faculty
  
  Faculty members from top universities around the globe
  
  Acclaimed experts and research leaders
  
  Guest speakers from top corporations

Triple Accredited - Top-Ranked

Our Global Executive MBA is one of only a few programs worldwide to receive the prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS. The outstanding quality of our program was recently reavaluated by the Financial Times & the Economist, which ranked it among the top programs worldwide.

Top 35: Worldwide Financial Times & Economist Global Executive MBA Ranking
#7: Work experience of the students
#12: International experience during the program

Jochen Borenich - Alumnus Global Executive MBA

Jochen Borenich, MBA

Member of the Executive Board | Kapsch BusinessCom

Especially in the highly competitive and innovation-driven IT and telecommunications industry, it was very difficult to find an MBA program to suit my ambitious educational needs as a senior manager. The didactic design, international focus and outstanding faculty sustainably enriched my professional career.

Double degree program

Participants receive two MBA degrees:

Master of Business Administration (MBA) awarded by the WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business)
Master of Business Administration (MBA) awarded by the University of Minnesota, USA

Why the Global Executive MBA?

You'll get the tools and know how necessary to develop into a global leader:

Receive 2 degrees: 1 in Europe, 1 in the USA
Study on 4 continents at renowned partner universities
Learn from our top-faculty and experts
Visit top companies and get insights from guest speakers
Join a global student group during the global team project
Work & study in 16 months with just 45 days off your job
Get access to 2 leading alumni networks

FAQ
- How many hours per week do I have to plan for studying?
  
  How many hours per week do I have to plan for studying?
  
  On average, our students spend 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?
  
  How can managers with 50-60 hours working time manage the program?
  
  Although our Global Executive MBA is challenging, it is designed for working executives. That's why students can access our online forums from their smartphones or tablets, giving them the flexibility to manage their workloads on the go, whether they're on their way to work, on a lunch break, or traveling around the world.
- How are students evaluated during the MBA?
  How are students evaluated during the 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 that will all be evaluated.