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Find out more about an MBA at ESMT Berlin

Financing an MBA: How ESMT Berlin supports expats through inclusive scholarships

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May 26, 2025
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For many expats, an MBA is more than a career upgrade. It’s a way to grow professionally, expand their network in a new environment, pivot into a new sector or make a meaningful impact in a new country. While the benefits are clear, the cost of an MBA often raises important questions.

Funding has become one of the most effective ways for business schools to support the next generation of leaders. At ESMT Berlin, that commitment is tied closely to the school’s values.

Find the right MBA for you

With students from over 40 countries and a curriculum focused on responsible leadership, ESMT sees scholarships as a mission: ensuring that diversity, inclusion, and leadership potential shape the future of business.

Financing is part of the plan, not a barrier 

To meet the needs of expats at various stages of their careers, ESMT offers scholarships and funding options across all MBA programmes: Full-time MBA, Global Online MBA, Part-time MBA, and Executive MBA.

These include:

  • Early application awards for candidates who apply by the deadlines
  • Merit- and leadership-based scholarships for candidates with strong professional or academic profiles
  • Scholarships for women in business, supporting gender diversity in leadership
  • Regional scholarships for candidates from underrepresented or low-income countries
  • Scholarships for LGBTQ+ candidates, supporting diversity and inclusion

ESMT also works with trusted study loan providers, offering flexible financing options tailored to international professionals.

Fellowships with an impact in mind

Among its scholarships, one notable example is the BMW Group Change Maker Fellowship. It is now available for the Full-time MBA and Global Online MBA, and covers nearly the full cost of tuition for selected candidates. The fellowship supports young professionals with technical or STEM backgrounds from select countries who want to shape the future of digital transformation.

ESMT and BMW Group have partnered on a range of scholarships over the years, reflecting a shared commitment to developing responsible, forward-looking leaders.

A path forward for expat professionals

Financing an MBA can feel like a hurdle, but it doesn’t have to be. At ESMT, scholarships and financial support reflect a broader belief: that leadership potential comes from everywhere. For expats ready to take their next step, the right programme, structure, and community can make all the difference.

Explore ESMT Berlin’s MBA programmes and find the path that fits your goals.

 

Find out more about an MBA at ESMT Berlin