Doctoral researchers often benefit from knowledge on management topics at an early stage of their career.

Management expertise often has a positive impact on the career possibilities, especially when switching from academia to industry.

In the six units of the MBA Fundamentals Program you will learn a whole new approach regarding, e.g., project management, human resource management and marketing.

As a HIRST doctoral researcher you only need an approval of your PhD supervisor. Costs are covered.

Program structure

• Completion of the program during the PhD work
• 6 units (each of 5 days), 4 units offered per year (completion within 1,5 years possible)
• Free selection of the units´ sequence
• Full-time workshops, exams subsequently
• Further Information: Download MBA Fundamentals program

Key Facts and Benefits

• MBA Fundamentals Certificate from the KIT and the HECTOR School of Engineering & Management
• No application deadline
• Individual start possible
• 18 credit points (ECTS) for MBA Fundamentals Program, are recognised in international MBA Programs
• Tuition fees are covered for HIRST doctoral researchers

Units 2018/ 19*

 *Dates are subject to change.

**The Intercultural Training is not mandatory for the completion of the certificate and don't grant credits, but participation is strongly advised when completing the full program.