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Application Requirements

Student Criteria

Our selection process involves careful consideration of the following factors:

  • High motivation for joining the program

  • Enthusiasm for a challenging learning experience

  • Clear understanding of personal contribution to team learning and the overall cohort experience

  • Relevant skills and work experience

  • Strong record of career progression

  • Excellent interpersonal, intercultural, and communication skills

  • Passion and commitment to achieve personal growth and success

  • Diversity of the student group in terms of academic, professional, and cultural background

Global Executive MBA | Bucharest Executive MBA

Applicants must meet the following formal requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree (Bachelor 180 ECTS or equivalent) from a recognized post-secondary institution*

  • Minimum of 5 years of postgraduate work experience

  • Leadership experience

  • Proficiency in written and spoken English

* For the Executive MBA programs, outstanding professional experience may allow for application in exceptional cases.

Vienna Executive MBA with Specializations

Applicants must meet the following formal requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree (Bachelor 180 ECTS or equivalent) from a recognized post-secondary institution*

  • Minimum of 3 years of postgraduate work experience

  • Leadership experience preferred

  • Proficiency in written and spoken English

* For the Executive MBA programs, outstanding professional experience may allow for application in exceptional cases.

LL.M. Law for Executives

Applicants must meet the following formal requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree (no law degree, Bachelor 180 ECTS or equivalent) from a recognized post-secondary institution

  • Minimum of 3 years of postgraduate work experience

  • Proficiency in written and spoken German

Master (CE)

Applicants must meet the following formal requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree (Bachelor 180 ECTS or equivalent) from a recognized post-secondary institution

  • Minimum of 3 years of postgraduate work experience (2 years for the Master Accounting & Auditing and Master Sustainability, Entrepreneurship & Technology)

  • Proficiency in written and spoken English or German (language of instruction)

Bachelor (CE)

Applicants must meet the following formal requirements:

  • Proof of general university entrance qualification (Matura, Berufsreifeprüfung) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized domestic or foreign educational institution

  • Minimum of 2 years professional work experience

  • Proficiency in written and spoken German (language of instruction)

Certificate Programs

Applicants must meet the following formal requirements:

CBA (Diplom Betriebswirt), Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Marketing & Sales, Public Auditing, Risk & Insurance Management

  • Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience depending on previous school/academic education

  • Completion of an Austrian or EU-approved university or college degree (all fields of study), and/or

  • General university entrance qualification (Matura, Berufsreifeprüfung)

  • Proficiency in written and spoken German

Health Care Management

  • Undergraduate degree (Bachelor 180 ECTS or equivalent) from a recognized post-secondary institution or a relevant professional qualification in the health sector.

  • Minimum of 2 years of postgraduate work experience

  • Proficiency in written and spoken German

Submit your application for the MBA or LL.M. now!

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Checklist for Your Application

Executive MBA | LL.M.

  • Completed online application form

  • Application fee: € 200 (credit card payment)

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Letter of motivation

  • 2 letters of recommendation: one from your direct supervisor, one from a person of your choice (no subordinate)

  • For each of your completed studies, all issued documents (e.g. diploma, grade transcript, diploma supplement)

  • In case of name change: official document (e.g. marriage certificate, name change certificate)

  • Copy of passport

  • Recent digital photograph for your student ID

  • Originals of submitted documents must be presented

  • GMAT test, language certificate, and GMAC Executive Assessment are not mandatory for application, but the committee may request any of them under certain circumstances

Additional for Scholarship Applications

  • Documentation of income

  • Relevant documentation of exceptional circumstances (e.g. supporting dependents, medical care)

Master (CE)

  • Completed online application form

  • Application fee: € 200 (credit card payment)

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Letter of motivation

  • For each of your completed studies, all issued documents (e.g. diploma, grade transcript, diploma supplement)

  • In case of name change: official document (e.g. marriage certificate, name change certificate)

  • Copy of passport

  • Recent digital photograph for your student ID

  • Originals of submitted documents must be presented

  • GMAT test, language certificate, and GMAC Executive Assessment are not mandatory for application, but the committee may request any of them under certain circumstances

Additional for Scholarship Applications (Upon Request)

  • Documentation of income

  • Relevant documentation of exceptional circumstances (e.g. supporting dependents, medical care)

Bachelor (CE)

  • Complete the online application form

  • Application fee: € 200 (credit card payment)

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Letter of motivation

  • Proof of your general university entrance qualification (Matura certificate, Berufsreifezeugnis)

  • In case of name change: official document (e.g. marriage certificate, name change certificate)

  • Copy of passport

  • Originals of supporting documents must be presented

Additional for Scholarship Applications (Upon Request)

  • Documentation of income

  • Relevant documentation of exceptional circumstances (e.g. supporting dependents, medical care)

Certificate Programs

  • Completed online application form

  • Application fee: € 50 (credit card payment)

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Letter of motivation

  • Confirmation of work experience

  • School leaving certificate

  • In case of name change: official document (e.g. marriage certificate, name change certificate)

  • Copy of passport

  • Originals of supporting documents must be presented

Additional for Scholarship Applications (Upon Request)

  • Documentation of income

  • Relevant documentation of exceptional circumstances (e.g. supporting dependents, medical care)

Certificate Program Health Care Management

  • Completed online application form

  • Application fee: € 200 (credit card payment)

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Letter of motivation

  • letters of recommendation: one from your direct supervisor, one from a person of your choice (no subordinate)

  • For each of your completed studies, all issued documents (e.g. diploma, grade transcript, diploma supplement)

  • Proof of professional qualification (e.g. diploma in health and nursing care, diploma in medical-technical services)

  • In case of name change: official document (e.g. marriage certificate, name change certificate)

  • Copy of passport

  • Recent digital photograph for your student ID

  • Originals of submitted documents must be presented

Application Process

Step 1: Complete Online Application

You start the online application on our website by sending the first form. Immediately after receiving your data you will receive an e-mail with detailed information for further data entry. If you accidentally delete this e-mail, please contact ea-it-support@wu.ac.at.

To complete your online application, you have to pay an application fee via credit card. For more information, please see our terms and conditions.

Step 2: Check of Documents

Please email us all required documents to complete your application. Our team will carefully review your documents to ensure they meet the formal requirements. If we notice any missing documents or incomplete information, we will contact you to request the required documents.

Step 3: Personal Interview

We invite suitable applicants to a personal interview with the academic director, program management, and/or alumni to give us a comprehensive picture of their skills and competencies. The interview includes various evaluation methods such as a case study or quiz. We also want to learn what motivates you, what your expectations for the program are, and which goals you want to achieve. This way, we can ensure that we can best meet your needs. Of course, you will also have the opportunity to ask questions during the interview.

Step 4: Admission Offer

Shortly after your interview, we will inform you about the decision of the selection committee. In case of a positive decision, you will receive all documents necessary to accept your offer. Once you have signed and returned these documents, you will be required to pay the seat confirmation fee to secure your place in the program.

Step 5: Start of Program

Congratulations on your successful application!

Before the program begins, you will receive detailed information about the start date and other important details to help you prepare for your studies. If you have any questions or concerns between now and the start of your program, program management will be happy to assist you.

Get ready for an exciting learning journey and take the first step now to achieve your goals!

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