Professional MBA with specialization options

In the course of the part-time Professional MBA with specialization options, participants gain profound insights into both general management and a specific field or industry.

In the course of this program, participants master the “Business Core” focusing on core business and management knowledge, techniques and leadership, while ensuring a maximum flexibility to foster their individual needs and ambitions during the “Specialization” modules.

During the Specialization part participants may select one out of 10 specializations. The specialization modules allow participants to gain profound knowledge, competency and expertise in the chosen area (function or industry).  The following specializations are offered:

International Accreditations

WU Vienna belongs to the elite circle of MBA providers to be EQUIS and AMBA accredited. Moreover, the WU is among a handful of universities in the German-speaking community that is included in the Financial Times ranking.

World Class Faculty

Our multicultural faculty consists of both world-renowned professors and internationally acclaimed top-executives. They provide the latest scientifically based knowledge and a profound understanding of cutting-edge management tools.

Truly International Program

The exclusive program setting with cross-cultural teams, multi-national faculty and international field studies reflects the reality of doing business today.

Worldwide Alumni Network

As a Professional MBA graduate, participants become part of a vast and exclusive alumni network. Cross-cultural business relationships give alumni access to an extended global network and a pool of exclusive alumni services.

Carefully selected participants with diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to the quality of the program to the same extent as faculty do. Creating new ideas, reflecting on one’s current work and exchanging insights with likeminded international colleagues adds immeasurable benefits.

Flexible Format

The specific structure of the Professional MBA is designed to suit the personal needs of hard-working executives. Therefore, the modular structure allows managers to participate in a world-class MBA program while developing their individual careers.

All specializations have been designed with the demands of current business practices in mind. Moreover, they prepare participants for future challenges and help their companies survive in highly unpredictable global business environments. To this end, curricula have been developed by academic faculty in close co-operation with specialists and top executives from the corporate world.

Our lecturers consist of both international faculty and top executives. World-renowned professors and professionals provide the latest scientifically based knowledge and in-depth views of state-of-the-art application of management models.

Didactic Design

The didactic design, consisting of pre-, core- and post-module work, ensures an efficient transfer of knowledge while participants follow their professional career. The pedagogical approaches are diverse, ranging from interactive case studies to business simulations and formal presentations.

Added Value for Employers

The value of recruiting and retaining top talent is key for truly forward-thinking enterprises. Supporting their managers in pursuing a PMBA at the WU Executive Academy is rewarded by highly motivated talent who bring the full force of their knowledge and abilities to bear on behalf of the employer’s goals for the future.

State-of-the-Art Technology

Participants of the program have access to “Learn@WU”, one of the leading e-learning platforms with more than 45,000 e-learning materials and over 32,000 users. Moreover, participants benefit from state-of-the-art technology-based learning methods.

To apply for the Professional MBA, you must meet the following requirements:

- Undergraduate degree, equivalent to a bachelor’s degree

- Minimum of three years of relevant work experience

- Proficiency of written and spoken English

- Completed application forms

- Curriculum Vitae

- Two letters of recommendation

Cutting-Edge Curriculum

The Professional MBA offers participants the opportunity to master the “Business Core” while ensuring maximum flexibility to foster their individual needs and ambitions during the “Specialization” modules.

During the Business Core part participants focus on comprehensive business, management and leadership knowledge and techniques, while addressing fundamental areas such as:

- Managing People

- Managing Organizations

- Competitive Analysis and Strategy

- Data Analysis and Decision Making

- Financial Reporting

- Financial Management

- Operations Management

- Controlling

- Marketing Management

- Global Markets

- Information Systems Management

- Managerial Economics

- Entrepreneurship and Innovation

- Leadership

- Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

During the “Specialization” participants select one out of 9 specializations. The specialization modules allow participants to gain profound knowledge, competency and expertise in a chosen function or industry. The following specializations are offered: