Part-time MBA (Master of Business Administration) programme

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is designed for professionals aspiring to management positions who wish to deepen their analytical skills and economic expertise. The part-time format allows participants to attend classes alongside their professional commitments. Lectures are scheduled on Fridays from 6:15 pm to 9:30 pm and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, providing flexibility to combine advanced education with ongoing work responsibilities. Our part-time MBA courses are structured to ensure you can enhance your qualifications without interrupting your career.

Flexible part-time MBA at Düsseldorf Business School

The 21-month General Management MBA program is structured into four study sections, each focusing on distinct key aspects of business and management. In addition to the required modules, elective modules provide opportunities for further specialization and differentiation. Recognizing the challenges of a part-time MBA, we provide strong student support, ensuring that lecturers are highly responsive and accessible. Public school holidays in North Rhine-Westphalia are observed as academic holidays, and dedicated self-study periods allow participants to consolidate and apply course material. Balancing professional work with academic study demands time, energy, and commitment, but the investment is rewarding. Our program is designed to minimize the impact on your professional responsibilities. Furthermore, students greatly benefit from the networking opportunities created by bringing together professionals from diverse industries.

Is the Part-time MBA tax-deductible?

The tuition fee for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is approximately €33,500, with an additional reservation fee of €450 payable upon admission.

Financing Information:

• If you are employed, the full tuition cost of the part-time MBA may be deductible as income-related expenses when calculating your taxable income. The tax benefit is determined by multiplying your personal tax rate by the MBA expenses.
• Should your employer cover the MBA costs, either partially or in full, these expenses can be treated as deductible business expenses for the company.
  
  

Master of Business Administration – Program Contents

This structure provides flexibility and potential tax advantages for both individual participants and employers supporting their professional development. Our part-time MBA program offers a comprehensive curriculum that extends beyond traditional economic subjects such as accounting, controlling, marketing, tax law, commercial law, and human resources management. Participants also develop essential complementary skills, including time management, information management, creativity, intercultural competence, teamwork, and social media proficiency. The program’s overarching goal is to enhance participants’ economic expertise, business-oriented thinking and decision-making abilities, and overall management skills. Emphasis is placed on a balanced integration of theoretical foundations and practical exercises, enabling students to immediately apply their newly acquired knowledge in their professional roles.