Technology is redefining markets. This program equips you to lead the transformation – not just manage it.

TU Wien | 3 semesters & Master's Thesis | English | Part-time

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Why Technology Literacy Defines Leadership Careers

Artificial intelligence, quantum computing, robotics – these technologies are not future scenarios. They are reshaping industries right now. Research consistently shows that the majority of digital transformation initiatives fail – not because of the technology itself, but because of management: missing strategic alignment, leaders who cannot evaluate technology, and organizations that do not know how to scale innovation.

The result: billions invested without measurable returns. Leaders who know disruption only from consultant slide decks rather than first-hand understanding. Companies that react instead of shape.

If you want to lead in a world where technology decisions determine market positions, you need more than a traditional MBA. You need the ability to connect technology, strategy, and global leadership.

Architecting the Future: Redefining Management

The Executive MBA Advanced Technologies & Global Leadership at TU Wien integrates three dimensions that traditional business schools treat separately:

  • insights into technological innovation
  • management competence, and
  • a global leadership perspective.

The key difference: The TU Wien Academy is not just a business school that talks about technology; at TU Wien, concrete research is conducted in AI, robotics, and quantum technologies. Our faculty develops the algorithms, systems, and architectures that will transform industries tomorrow. You’ll complete an MBA at TU Wien in an environment where research is translated into strategic and operational leadership skills.
A highlight is the Learning Journey, designed to give you direct access to some of the world’s most dynamic technology and innovation hubs.  In February 2027, we visited Caltech, and with the upcoming cohort, we are planning a trip to Asia. You’ll experience deep tech right where it’s being created and scaled.

Key Facts

Duration:3 Semesters + Masterthesis
Academic director:Prof. Wolfgang Güttel
Language:English
Degree:Master of Business Administration (MBA)
ECTS:90
Format:Part-time, blocked in modules
Locations:TU Wien, Wien-Umgebung
Fee:€ 34,890 (-10% for TU Wien graduates)
Take advantage of the tax deductibility, opens an external URL in a new window: Up to 50% of the program fees can be refunded.
Early Bird Bonus:  - € 2.000 for applications until May 31, 2026
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Curriculum: Leadership, Business Analytics & AI-Driven Corporate Management

The Executive MBA Advanced Technologies & Global Leadership integrates leadership excellence, management essentials, and a specialized Masterclass in Strategic Management into a cohesive competency profile for the tech era. You will learn to lead data-driven organizations, financially evaluate technological investments, and execute global growth strategies with precision. By combining academic depth with an exclusive Global Learning Journey (planned for Asia), you translate deep tech innovation directly into strategic competitive advantages for your company.

  • Leading in Complex, Data-Driven Organizations
    You will develop your leadership and communication skills to effectively guide teams in digital and technology-driven environments. The focus is on decision-making behavior, motivation, accountability, and the creation of learning organizations.
  • Shaping and Embedding Change Processes
    You will learn how to organizationally embed data- and AI-driven innovations—from stakeholder management and handling resistance to designing appropriate structures and roles. This enables you to implement transformations in a planned, transparent, and sustainable manner.

  • Finance & Economics for Technology-Driven Decisions
    You will be able to financially evaluate investments in data and AI initiatives, develop business cases, and assess risks from an economic perspective. This includes understanding key metrics, valuation logics, and the ability to effectively advocate projects to budget holders.
  • Managing Technologies and Data-Driven Innovation
    You will gain a structured understanding of data science and relevant technologies in a corporate context. The focus is on decision principles such as build vs. buy, integration strategies, and the design of robust technical architectures for data-driven applications.
  • Marketing & Strategy in a Digital Context
    You will sharpen your perspective on market positioning, value propositions, and strategic options in the context of data- and AI-driven business models. This enables you to consistently align technological opportunities with customer and market perspectives.

  • Strategy Development & Market Analysis You apply advanced analytical tools to evaluate competitive landscapes and translate technological opportunities into complex business environments. This enables you to make strategic decisions based on hard data rather than intuition.
  • Positioning & Core Capabilities You learn to precisely align your organization’s unique technological strengths (capabilities) with its market positioning. The goal is consistent differentiation that secures long-term competitive advantages in a dynamic global environment.
  • Implementation & KPI Management You bridge the gap between vision and measurability. By establishing relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), you ensure that strategic goals are consistently pursued, monitored, and anchored within daily operations.
  • Corporate Growth & Venture Strategies You identify growth levers—ranging from internal intrapreneurship and corporate ventures to external acquisitions (M&A). You foster entrepreneurial thinking to actively accelerate innovation and strategically expand the corporate portfolio.
  • Operational Execution & Change Management You transform strategic concepts into tangible operational initiatives. In doing so, you master resource allocation and change management to ensure the entire organization remains aligned, even during radical technological shifts.

  • Deep Tech Immersion & Global Hubs You will spend six days immersed in one of the world’s leading technology hotspots—currently planned for Asia. This journey offers firsthand experience in how AI, Robotics, and Quantum Technologies are developed and scaled within world-class labs and industry-leading tech giants.
  • Strategic Transfer & Industry Disruption Through direct exchange with international experts, you will understand how deep tech is radically redefining sectors like Systems Engineering and Supply Chain Management. You gain the exclusive insights needed to integrate emerging technological trends into your own corporate strategy ahead of the curve.
Curriculum in Detail

Your Development: From Technical Expertise to Global Leadership.

Upon completing the Executive MBA Advanced Technologies & Global Leadership, you will lead technology-driven transformations across countries, cultures, and business models. You will evolve from a professional who understands technology into a leader who deploys it strategically – across markets, teams, and organizational boundaries.

From Technology Knowledge to Strategic Impact Executive MBA Leading Change and Transformation

You will evaluate emerging technologies not in isolation, but as strategic levers for business models and competitive advantage. Through hands-on work on real business cases and the international learning journey, you develop strategies that create lasting impact within your organization.

From Local Team Management to Global Leadership Student in a talk

You will gain the competence to lead interdisciplinary, cross-cultural teams through complex change processes. This combination of technological depth and global leadership capability qualifies you for roles with international P&L and operational responsibility.

A Lifelong Network at a Leading Technical University TU Wien

You will benefit from the academic rigor of TU Wien and the exchange within a globally composed cohort. As part of the Alumni Community, you gain long-term access to experts and decision-makers at the intersection of technology and global business.

Program Structure and Teaching Format

The Executive MBA is specifically designed for working professionals. The approximately 45 in-person days are distributed across block modules, predominantly held from Thursday to Saturday. Between modules, you work through preparatory phases (readings, case studies, presentations) and online components.

How a typical module works:

  • Preparation phase: Pre-readings, case study preparation, essays
  • Block module: 3–5 days full-time in Vienna (typically Thu–Sat)
  • Follow-up phase: Reflection, group work, assignments

The methodology combines homework assignments, reflection papers, and case study work – no passive lectures, but application-oriented learning among peers.

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Network & Alumni Relations

From day one, you become part of the TU Wien Academy for Continuing Education network. You benefit from:

  • Interaction with international students and faculty from diverse industries and disciplines
  • Invitations to expert lectures, panels, and networking events during and after the program
  • Access to alumni offerings that support your professional development in the long term

FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions

No. The program is designed for leaders from diverse academic backgrounds – engineering, business, science, or equivalent. What matters is your professional experience and your motivation to understand and lead technology transformation.
 

Traditional Executive MBAs focus on general management. This program goes further: it combines management competence with genuine technology understanding – developed at a technical university that actively researches AI, robotics, and quantum technologies. This is not a technology overview, but depth with strategic application.

Yes. The program is explicitly designed for working professionals. The block modules (Thu–Sat) and the 18-month duration allow for predictable integration into your professional life. Expect approximately 10–15 hours per week for preparation and follow-up between modules.

For upcoming cohorts, a Learning Journey to Asia is planned, providing access to some of the world's most dynamic technology and innovation centers – with lab tours, corporate visits, and interactive workshops.

In Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, MBA tuition fees are generally tax deductible as professional development costs. We recommend consulting your tax advisor. Additionally, we offer flexible payment plans and scholarship options.

You need a first academic degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) and at least three years of professional experience. The admission process also includes a personal interview where we jointly assess whether the program aligns with your goals.

Yes. You receive the academic degree "Executive Master of Business Administration" from TU Wien – one of Europe's most renowned technical universities. The degree is internationally recognized.

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Investment

Your Investment

  • Program Fee: €34,890 (10% discount for TU Wien alumni) | Early Bird: €2,000 off until May 31, 2026
  • Up to 50% may be tax-deductible as business expenses.
  • Many participants receive support from their employers. We are happy to provide documentation for your HR discussion.

Important Dates

  • Early Bird Deadline: May 31, 2026
  • Application Deadline: September 13, 2026
  • Program Start: October 22, 2026

What You Receive

  • Strategic leadership skills at the intersection of technology and business
  • Qualification for senior management roles
  • Practical projects to implement directly in your organization
  • A network of executives and TU Wien alumni
  • An MBA from one of Europe’s leading technical universities
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