MBA + M.A. Entrepreneurship

Empower your vision and build real ventures with this cutting-edge dual degree. The Master of Business Administration (MBA) + Master of Arts (MA) in Entrepreneurship is delivered through a strategic partnership between Helvetic Business School (HBS) in Switzerland and the International School of Management (ISM) in Germany. This program equips ambitious entrepreneurs and innovators with the tools, mindset, and network to launch startups or lead entrepreneurial initiatives globally.

Program Highlights

  • Degrees Awarded:
    MBA from HBS + MSc in International Management from ISM
  • Duration:
    2.5 years (1 year in Switzerland, 1.5 years in Germany)
  • Study Mode:
    Full-time
  • Location:
    Vevey (CH) & Berlin (DE)
  • Language:
    English

Program Format Year 1 – Helvetic Business School (Switzerland)

Core MBA subjects: Leadership, Global Business, Strategy, Innovation, Finance, and Management
Practical consulting projects, innovation workshops, and team startup challenges

Year 2 – ISM (Germany)

Advanced courses in Startup Finance, Business Modelling, Entrepreneurial Law, Digital Disruption, and Investor Relations
Campus: Berlin
Complete a Master’s Thesis and an internship

Career Outlook

Graduates are well prepared to launch startups or lead innovation in existing organizations. Example roles include:
Startup Founder / Co-Founder
Innovation Manager
Business Development Director
Venture Capital Analyst
Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR)

Tuition & Fees

  • CHF 13’500/year (all paid to HBS)
    Additional costs may apply

How to Apply

Apply to the HBS MBA program
Complete Year 1 in Switzerland (core curriculum)
Transfer to ISM in Berlin for Year 2
Graduate with two degrees by completing your venture or thesis project

Admissions Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree recognised in Germany (contact us to know if your degree is recognised) or equivalent qualification
  • English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
  • Motivation Letter
  • CV or resume
  • Transcripts and academic records
  • Bachelor's degree recognised in Germany (contact us to know if your degree is recognised) or equivalent qualification
  • English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
  • Motivation Letter
  • CV or resume
  • Transcripts and academic records

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