Aim higher. Get the knowledge and network from a joint degree with Kellogg and Germany’s top Executive MBA. Everything you need for a high-impact career.
Arrive. Align your curriculum with your career objectives. Learn top management skills. Join a world-wide network of game changers. Leave global business leader-ready. This is where it begins.
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Why Kellogg-WHU?
Excellence in Management Education
Global Network
Lifelong learning
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Our rankings
The premier degree from one of the best business schools in Germany. And Europe. Globally accredited.
- #1 in Germany, #04 worldwide (The Economist Which MBA? Executive MBA Ranking 2020)
- #2 in Germany, #28 worldwide (Financial Times Executive MBA Ranking 2023)
Explore global opportunities
High achievers – just like you. Connect with peers from across the Kellogg EMBA Global Network.
- Get access to a broad range of international study opportunities
- Choose from a variety of global elective courses at study locations around the world
- Explore new business horizons during an international field trip
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Stay at the forefront
Graduation is just the beginning. Enjoy lifelong learning, networking events, and more.
Our program will be by your side to refresh your knowhow and keep you at the cutting edge of new methodology.
VIdeo: Join the Lifelong Learners
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WHU alumni include the founders of:
Entrepreneurship is the heart of who we are.
Entrepreneurship and creative thinking are integral to the WHU spirit, which has resulted in over 500 founded start-ups, including 15 unicorns to date.
Develop as a global leader
Ready to lead? Leave no one in doubt. Gain the skills to lead global boardrooms.
- Step 1 Know yourself
- Step 2 Inspire and be inspired
- Step 3 Lead effectively
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Essential stats
60 working days required (on average)
70% international participants
14 years of professional experience (on average)
40 years old (on average)
Alumni voices
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András Biró
Class of 2017
"We are living in a fast-changing environment where these kinds of programs are needed and support you on your journey (…) I had the great opportunity to experience different programs and campuses and of course to expand my network."
Miriam Mertens
Class of 2010
"The Executive MBA really enabled me to feel that I could change job role, function, or industries. In fact, the effects of the program are felt even stronger in the long run: it really helped to change my perception of myself and realize that there is nothing I cannot do."
Tolulope Ochonogor
Class of 2020
"I made a deliberate choice to invest in my personal and career development with Kellogg-WHU. It is a program with world-class faculty and amazing individuals with diverse backgrounds."
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Flexibility
Postpone one module
Need time to deal with something? Postponing a module might be your best option. Finish it when you can reapply your focus.
Defer a year
Big, sudden life events can take place at any time. If you find yourself facing one, you can put your studies on hold. But bear in mind that the program must be completed within five years.
Defer your place
We want you to make the best possible start. If something beyond your control is going to prevent that, you can defer your place until the next intake or the following year.
Your flexibility with Kellogg-WHU
Life is full of unexpected challenges. We know that. So we are flexible. If one disrupts your studies, let us know. We will help you choose the right workaround.
Events
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Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA
Info sessions and events
Meet us in person or attend an online event to learn more about the Kellogg-WHU EMBA.
EMBA Event
EMBA Online Info Session
Online / September 04, 2024
EMBA Event
EMBA Leadership & Career Live Chat
Online / September 10, 2024
EMBA Event
Alumni & Friends Business Brunch Zurich
Off-campus / September 29, 2024
EMBA Event
From Classroom to Co-Founding: EMBA Entrepreneurs' Journey
Online / October 15, 2024
All EMBA events
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EMBA news
An EMBA Graduate’s Story of Career Transformation and Connections
From banker to entrepreneur: Lama’s path to the start-up world and a lifelong network
The Remarkable Impact and Success of Sasaenia Paul Oluwabunmi
The Kellogg-WHU EMBA Alum's Inspiring Mission for a Better World
Elevating Entrepreneurial Acumen and Network Through the EMBA
Alum Christian Hartmann on becoming a founder and scaling up
An Extraordinary Journey Comes to an End
Participants of the Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA Program celebrate receiving their degrees
Authentic Leadership in India with Kellogg-WHU
EMBA students explore servant leadership values
EMBA Students Attend First Field Trip in Japan
Innovation meets Tradition: Building a global network abroad
The Kellogg-WHU EMBA Arrives in Singapore
Students experience the first EMBA field trip abroad
Around the World by Bicycle With EMBA Alumnus Karsten Drath
On resilience and changing careers following the Executive MBA
WHU Offers Germany’s Best Executive MBA
WHU stays #1 in Germany and reaches #16 worldwide in the Financial Times EMBA Ranking
Women of the Executive MBA: Annette Mann
On authentic leadership and disruption through change
Frequently asked questions –
The Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA Program.
What is an Executive MBA?
EMBA or Executive MBA stands for Executive Master of Business Administration. This is a special study program especially for experienced professionals, executives, and executive managers who want to advance their career even further. The Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA Program enables you to boost your career and build an international network.
Is an EMBA worth it?
The EMBA is earned part-time alongside your current job. This has the advantage that you can continue to gain professional experience during the two years and advance your career along the way. For many prospective students, this represents a double burden at a first glance, but the Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA Program supports you with numerous flexible options to successfully manage your studies and work. You expand your personal and professional knowledge to shine later as an experienced leader. In most cases, your salary opportunities also increase with the newly gained experience, knowledge, and network.
How do I qualify for an Executive MBA?
The requirements for an EMBA program are years of professional experience in management and leadership positions. For the Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA Program, at least eight years of professional experience are required after successfully completing the degree. The EMBA program does not train students to become effective managers, but rather serves to develop existing management skills to become more impactful leaders. In addition, you should be up to the challenge of successfully completing your studies alongside full-time employment or self-employment.
How much does an EMBA cost, or how high are the tuition fees?
The costs for an EMBA vary depending on the university. The tuition fees for the Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA Program are €105,000. An investment that is beneficial for your career. WHU also offers various financing options. Our staff will be happy to help you choose a financing option or to convince your employer to support you financially. Here you can find more information to help you find the right financing for your needs.
How do I apply for an EMBA?
The application procedure for an EMBA at WHU is as follows: At the beginning there is an initial 1:1 conversation, where you can find out about expectations and our Admission Team can check your eligibility for the program. If you qualify for the EMBA program, this is followed by the submission of your application. After your application has been reviewed, minimum two further interviews regarding your professional experience will follow. These are conducted by one of our alumni and members of the Admissions Team. Within two weeks, you will then receive a notification from the Admissions Committee by email, followed by enrolment. You can find a detailed explanation of the individual steps on our page for the application procedure.
On our application center website you can apply for the Kellogg-WHU Executive MBA Program at any time. However, please also note our early bird deadlines.
What is my potential career path with an EMBA?
With an EMBA degree you have many opportunities to bring your career to the next level. Many of our alumni move to more senior positions by applying knowledge directly to their job. During the program, however, students often get inspired by their peers, decide to found their own business, or switch industries.
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