Deep tech depth beyond headlines
Executive MBA in Advanced Technologies & Global Leadership
Understand Deep Tech. Lead globally.
TU Wien × Caltech | 18 Months | In English | Part-time
Start: March 12, 2026 | Application Deadline: February 15, 2026
Early Bird: - € 2,000 for applications until May 31, 2026
Leading at the intersection of deep tech and global business.
AI. Robotics. Quantum Computing. These technologies reshape industries. Technical understanding alone isn't enough.
You must make strategic decisions about emerging technologies – with real consequences. Lead international teams through transformation. Navigate cross-cultural complexity. Position your organization in global markets. Turn deep tech into competitive advantage.
The Executive MBA Advanced Technologies & Global Leadership gives you the frameworks and global exposure for this next level.
Strategic Management. Deep Tech Immersion. Global Leadership. Scientifically rigorous. Practically applicable. In Vienna and Asia.
Who is this program for?
You have several years of experience. Technical or engineering background. You lead in technology-driven organizations. Often in international contexts.
Now you need strategic depth in deep tech and global leadership frameworks. Not because something is missing. Because the complexity is higher.
Typical situations
You lead international technology teams, but lack structured global leadership frameworks. Teams span continents, cultures, time zones. How do you develop cross-cultural
leadership systematically? How do you align diverse teams around strategic vision? How do you navigate cultural dynamics that impact execution?
You make decisions about AI, quantum computing, robotics – but need depth beyond headlines. Your board asks: Should we invest in quantum? How do we integrate AI strategically? What's realistic for robotics in our operations? You need to understand what's actually possible – not just read articles.
You're preparing for C-level or want to strengthen your strategic perspective. Technical expertise got you here. But senior leadership requires different capabilities. Strategic thinking across global markets. Leading through uncertainty. Building and communicating vision.
You want exposure to cutting-edge innovation ecosystems. Reading about innovation isn't enough. You want to experience it. See how breakthrough research becomes business reality. Learn from institutions at the frontier.
What you will learn
- Leadership & Organizational Behavior: Leading globally is different from leading locally.Power dynamics across cultures. Leading change in international contexts. Building high-performing teams across geographies. Communication that works across borders.
- Management & Technology Essentials: The foundation you need. Finance & Economics: Financial planning, investment evaluation, economic analysis. Managing Technologies: Data science, technology evaluation, sustainable tech management. Strategy & Marketing: Strategies for global markets, competitive analysis.
- Strategic Management & Technology: Technology strategy meets business strategy. Advanced frameworks for complex environments. Competitive landscape analysis. Aligning capabilities with market positioning. Strategy implementation through KPIs. Corporate development through ventures and acquisitions.
- International Learning Journey (Asia): Experience firsthand how technology transforms at scale. Corporate visits to leading tech companies. Workshops on digital transformation in Asian markets. Understanding different approaches to innovation, scaling, and market dynamics. Lab tours and innovation centers.
- Master's Thesis: Your strategic challenge. Your research. Apply what you've learned to a problem from your organization or field. Supervised by TU Wien and Caltech network faculty.
- Real Projects: Throughout the program, you work on challenges from your organization. Technology strategy. Global team development. Innovation initiatives. Supervised by TU Wien and international faculty.
- Result: Strategies you can implement while studying.
Why TU Wien?
Ihre Investition
- Program Fee: € 11,630 / Semester | € 11,401 / Semester for TU Wien Alumni (-10 %) | Early Bird: € 10,963 / Semester bis zum 15. Januar 2026
Includes: Tuition, Asia immersion (accommodation, lab access, materials) Not included: Flights, personal expenses - Up to 50% tax-deductible as professional development expenses.
- Many participants are supported by their employers. We provide materials for your HR conversation.
What you get
- Deep tech expertise in AI, Robotics, Quantum Computing – beyond headlines
- Global leadership frameworks for international teams
- Strategic management competence for technology-driven business
- Asia tech ecosystem immersion: Understanding innovation at different speeds and scales
- MBA from TU Wien – one of Europe's top technical universities
- International network of senior technology leaders
- Qualification for C-level positions in global organizations
FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions
Six days in one of Asia's leading tech hubs (location announced closer to program start). Corporate visits to tech companies. Innovation centers and labs. Workshops on market dynamics, scaling strategies, and digital transformation in Asian contexts. Understanding how technology adoption works at different speeds and scales.
Yes. Most participants have technical backgrounds. We build business and leadership competence from the foundation up.
Yes. Designed for senior professionals. Modules blocked (mostly Thu-Sat). 45 class days over 18 months. Expect 10-15 hours/week including self-study.
Yes. Classes in English. Previous cohorts: 8-12 nationalities. Mix of local and international participants.
10-15 participants. Intensive mentoring, not mass education.
Any more questions?
Master Complex Change with the Executive MBA at TU Wien
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