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Vienna Executive MBA

Organized jointly by the Carlson School and the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Vienna), this unique dual-degree Executive MBA program is structured to accommodate working professionals from throughout Europe and beyond. It is designed to meet the real-world challenges that managers face in demanding industries and business functions with expert insight into management and leadership practice in mature and emerging markets. In addition to interactive classes in Vienna, three international residencies expose students to leading business leaders, senior executives and policy makers.

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Carlson Global Executive MBA - Vienna Program at a Glance

  • Receive 2 degrees: 1 in Europe, 1 in the USA
  • Study on four continents at renowned partner institutions 
  • Learn from top-tier faculty and business leaders
  • Visit leading companies and learn from expert guest speakers
  • Study across cultures and industries with peers in the Global Team Project   
  • Get access to two leading alumni networks

Carlson Advantage

Accredited and Respected

Our Global Executive MBA is one of only a few programs worldwide to receive the prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS. The outstanding quality of our program was recently re-evaluated by the Financial Times & the Economist, which ranked it among the top programs worldwide.

Top-ranked Curriculum

At the Carlson School, you'll learn from the best. Faculty members are ranked at the top of their field. The joint Executive MBA program in Vienna is also recognized by former students, ranked #9 globally for “International students rank” by The Financial Times.

Global Opportunities

You'll join a thriving business community in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area where you'll have access to 17 Fortune 500 companies. The Carlson School also offers three additional overseas residency modules in Latin America, Asia and Europe.

Triple Accredited & Top-Ranked

Our Global Executive MBA is one of only a few programs worldwide to receive the prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS. The outstanding quality of our program was recently re-evaluated by the Financial Times & the Economist, which ranked it among the top programs worldwide.

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Worldwide Financial Times & Economist Global Executive MBA Ranking

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Career Progress

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International study experience

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Work experience

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The Global Executive MBA program offered me invaluable connections and expertise in diverse global business fields. With a comprehensive curriculum and outstanding faculty, it empowered my personal and professional growth, especially as a woman in the dynamic energy industry.

Ksenia Gutman, Executive MBA, Data Coordination and Research at OPEC

Global Executive MBA | WU Executive Academy

Fast track your career - with the Global Executive MBA in Vienna. The Double Degree Program is a cutting-edge partnership of the WU Vienna and the Carlson Business School. Gain international leadership experience and take on global challenges. Study with like-minded peers and learn about the different approaches to business on multiple continents.

Carlson Global Executive MBA - Vienna