Online MBA European Summer Program

Average duration:

2 Weeks

Academic Modules:

US Credits:

3 US Credits or 6 ECTS

Language:

English

Location

Online

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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 04/05 to May 16/17, 2025.

The academic modules of the program include:

THE EUROPEAN UNION AND THE EURO – WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS?
THE RELEVANCE OF FAMILY BUSINESSES IN EUROPE
SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMET – A EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE
BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT AND STRATEGIES OF FDI INVESTORS IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE
ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION FROM A EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE
EUROPEAN CAPITAL MARKETS
THE BUSINESS TAX ENVIRONMENT IN EUROPE
B2C MARKETING IN EUROPE
EUROPEAN STRATEGIES OF EUROPEAN COMPANIES

The program is taught entirely in English and comprises 57 academic hours (equivalent to three US credits or 6 ECTS).

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!

Program participants

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Chen Chen

National University of Singapore

Singapore

"The program is very high quality with all the inspirational professors, and it does feel like an exchange instead of being online due to the global body of the students. Overall speaking, the program is very impactful to me - I learnt so much about European business environment and had a great time!"

Mel Nainggolan

Queensland University of Technology

Australia

"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."

Malini U. Siram

Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University

USA

"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."

Iryna Parfenava

University of Bradford

"Thanks to Bradford University (UK), over the last few weeks, I had the privilege of participating in the Online MBA European Summer School with WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management (Germany). I am incredibly grateful to both institutions for this opportunity! Studying in this program gave me the chance to meet great people among professors of the WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management and international MBA students. Their experience and expertise have provided me with invaluable insights and a deeper understanding of the European business landscape, its interconnectedness with the global market and the risks and opportunities we all face.

This programme also helped to expand my knowledge on critical European business topics such as the European Union economy, the significance of family businesses, sustainable supply chain management, FDI strategies in Central and Eastern Europe, European entrepreneurship and innovation, capital markets, business tax environments, B2C marketing, and strategies of European countries.
Big thank you, Prof. Dr. Michael Frenkel, Vivien Won and all the WHU professors, for organising such a great program and for the friendliness and involvement you have given.

Thank you all for facilitating such a transformative learning journey
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Sabrina April

Université Laval

Canada

"I had the opportunity to complete the online European MBA Summer Programme offered by WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management. The experience was fantastic in every way. The theory taught by passionate professors, the enriching discussions on business cases with colleagues from around the world, and the impeccable organization of the program all exceeded my expectations. I found it particularly interesting to deepen my knowledge of the business world in Europe, and the format of the program is simply exceptional. My only advice: go for it and participate! You won't regret it."

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Take the next step –
Find out more about registration and payment

Apply by April 15, 2025!

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 alyssa.scherer@whu.edu. Registration forms sent without a signature will not be accepted.
Pay the registration fee of 125€. Students not nominated by one of our partner schools will have to pay an additional tuition fee of €3.599. 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. Students not nominated by one of our partner schools will have to pay an additional tuition fee of €3.599.

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 Michael Frenkel

apl. Professor Tim Oliver Brexendorf

Professor Dries Faems

Professor Holger Ernst

Professor Sonia Ferencikova

Professor Nadine Kammerlander

Professor Nic Schaub

Professor Stefan Spinler

Jun. Prof. Dr. Lisa Hillman

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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.

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