Six reasons for the MBA European Summer Program –
Why to choose our new online format.
- The program is very interactive, e.g. live classes with break-out sessions, group discussions, case studies
- WHU is continuously ranked among Europe‘s Top Business Schools in major international rankings
- You can study this program from the comfort of your home
- You meet online like-minded people from different countries and work together with them
- The program also includes social events, e.g., a welcome meeting, a photo competition
- You get credit transfer for your program
Interactive live class meetings and discussions –
Gaining in-depth learning experiences.
The WHU Online MBA European Summer Program is a two-week course on 'The Changing Environment for International Business in Europe' that is specifically designed for MBA students from our partner schools in their second year, who are interested in International Business, Finance, and Corporate Strategy.
By participating in the online short-term program, you will have the opportunity to attend interactive live class meetings and work together with students from different locations via virtual breakout sessions.
The next program will take place from May 07/08 to May 19/20, 2023.
The academic modules of the program include:
- THE EUROPEAN UNION AND ITS BUSINESS IMPLICATIONS
- THE EURO AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
- BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT AND STRATEGIES OF FDI INVESTORS IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE
- THE RELEVANCE OF FAMILY BUSINESSES IN EUROPE I
- THE RELEVANCE OF FAMILY BUSINESSES IN EUROPE II
- EUROPEAN ASPECTS OF MARKETING
- ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION FROM A EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE
- RAISING CAPITAL IN EUROPEAN CAPITAL MARKETS
- THE BUSINESS TAX ENVIRONMENT IN EUROPE
The program is taught entirely in English and comprises 57 academic hours (equivalent to three US credits).
In general, there is no tuition for students enrolled at and nominated by WHU's partner schools (to be confirmed individually). Check if your university is part of our Global Partner Network and find out more about the program below.
In their own words –
Testimonials from program participants.
The MBA European Summer Program offers MBA students from around the world the opportunity to enjoy a tailor-made and in-depth learning experience in a European business environment.
Find out why the Online MBA European Summer Program is the best choice for you!
"It's an eye-opening journey with WHU to learn business insights in Europe and connect with classmates from all around the world. In this two-week intensive summer program, all professors and classmates were energetic to connect and share despite the challenges from different time zones. The summer program is well structured with a fun ice-breaking opening and several themes covering traditional industries such as FMCG to emerging ones like VC funds, all with deep analysis of the European market environment.
I'm impressed by how open-minded and energetic the professors and students from different schools are, sharing different perspectives and collaborating with creative ideas to tackle case studies. This program truly helps me to break some stereotypes to know the most updated business norm and culture of the European market. The entire experience is fruitful!"
"The WHU program gave me great insights into the specific business environment present in European markets. I would strongly recommend this program to anyone serious on gaining a truly holistic view of international business. The lecturers were very engaging and supportive, and the entire program was very well organised."
"The WHU program provided clarity and insight into the European business, commerce, and regional relationships. I found the subject materials very interesting as we explored the interwoven culture of 27 EU countries. This program provided me with a far stronger understanding of the dynamic challenges faced by the European people and the opportunities presented by an established international union.
The lecturers explained their personal experiences with candour and clearly illustrated their areas of expertise. In particular, I found Dries Faems’s module on entrepreneurship very interesting, as there is significant disparity between traditional European start-up models and those in my home country (Australia). I also really enjoyed Sonia Ferencikova’s lecture on Central and Eastern Europe as I knew little about the business environment in these nations. It is a topic I would love to learn more about in the future.
I felt very fortunate to be a part of this exciting and relevant program and enjoyed working with teammates from around the world. I thoroughly recommend it to students who wish to broaden their global perspective."
"An exchange program is a great opportunity to learn about business in a different country. I was very excited to enroll in the program at WHU. COVID obviously changed plans for everyone and it turned into an online program. I was apprehensive at the beginning not knowing what to expect. I was amazed at how well organized the entire program was and how much I enjoyed it. The structure of the program started with understanding the political and cultural significance of history on business in the current times and then progressed to topics from family business, finance, marketing, innovation etc. It was like getting a crash course on business in EU and with the added benefit of learning with students from different parts of the world. We also had fun ice breakers to get everyone warmed up in a virtual environment. Amazing professors, enthusiastic students and wonderful coordinators made for a great experience which I would recommend to anyone."
"The WHU Summer Program was the best decision that I made in my career as an MBA student. I gained valuable knowledge and skills for a future career in international business and I formed delightful friendships with students and professionals from all over the world. I highly recommend the program to MBA students of all concentrations."
Going on an international exchange at the WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management was one of the best decisions that I have made in my academic life, and I cannot think of any other way that I could have best capped off my first year in business school than through taking part in WHU’s European Summer Program. The entire experience was invaluable, and what stood out for me was the quality of course content and instruction at WHU—despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic year the university undoubtedly lived up to its rankings and even surpassed my expectations.
"I truly enjoyed the short but information packed program. It was fun learning so much about the various aspects of business that are paramount to the success of indigenous and international businesses. The lecturers were interactive and the group session were advantageous. I made new friends and connected with intellectuals from around the world. Being an MBA student with a specialization in Global business, I would say the course was essential for my knowledge and professional development."
Take the next step –
Find out more about registration and payment.
Apply by April 15, 2023!
- Your home university nominates you at WHU.
- After you have been nominated by your university, please fill in the registration form electronically, sign it and send it to alex.wohlgemuth@whu.edu. Registration Forms sent without a signature will not be accepted.
- Pay the registration fee of 125€. Please note that the registration is only complete when the fee has been paid online. All fees are non-refundable if you are accepted into the program. After filling in the Registration Form, please pay the registration fee online via our partner PayPal. The login information will be provided via e-mail.
- Start your online experience at WHU!
The fee for students enrolled at and nominated by our partner universities is €125.
Providing academic excellence –
WHU’s top-notch international faculty.
Our expert faculty is actively engaged in research, allowing us to incorporate the latest relevant findings for the European business world into our curriculum. We also complement our outstanding faculty with relevant international faculty members from our partner schools, as well as lectures, real-life cases, and workshops from top practitioners and subject-matter experts.
Take a look at the faculty profiles of the Online MBA European Summer Program:
Professor Dr.
Michael Frenkel
Professor Dr.
Christian Andres
Professor Dr.
Dries Faems
Professor Dr.
Martin Fassnacht
Professor Dr.
Sonia Ferencikova
Professor Dr.
Martin Jacob
Professor Dr.
Nadine Kammerlander
Get in touch –
We're looking forward to hearing from you.
We are happy to answer all questions you might have about the program in general, or regarding its content or organization. Please also contact us if you wish to get in touch with previous participants in order to gain insight into their experiences.
Alex Wohlgemuth
+49 (0)261 6509 161
alex.wohlgemuth(at)whu.edu
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