– with an Executive MBA at the intersection of Technology, Management, and Finance.

TU Wien | 3 semesters | English | Part-time

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Early Bird Benefits: Secure an Early Bird Bonus of up to €3,000 for your Executive MBA. Submit your completed application by January 15, 2026, to benefit from reduced tuition fees.

From AI Pilots to Measurable Business Value

Many data and AI initiatives remain stuck at the proof-of-concept stage, lacking a robust roadmap, clear accountability, or integration into processes and IT. Demonstrating business value, establishing reliable ROI models, and linking initiatives to financial and risk perspectives are often unclear. At the same time, data quality, governance, ethics, and regulatory frameworks—such as the EU AI Act in the European context—demand a systematic response. Moreover, modern AI—from large language models to AI agents—offers tremendous potential but often fails to translate into stable operating models and effective organizational change.

Systematically Connecting Data, AI, and Management

The Executive MBA in Operational Excellence & AI at TU Wien addresses this gap at the intersection of technology, data, and management. The program integrates leadership, finance & economics, technology and innovation management, and marketing & strategy with a clear specialization in Data Foundations, Applied Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, and AI-Driven Business & Operations. You will gain the skills to lead data- and AI-based initiatives from the underlying data and methodology selection to architecture and operational and strategic implementation. Part-time, block-style modules combined with the academic rigor of TU Wien provide a structured yet practice-oriented learning environment.

Leadership at the Intersection of Technology, Data, and Business

Leadership Responsibility in Technology-Driven Contexts

The EMBA is designed for professionals who want to not only accompany but actively shape digital and data-driven transformations. You may oversee product development, operations, or business processes, manage digital initiatives, or drive AI projects within existing structures. In your daily work, key challenges include scaling use cases, integrating them with existing systems, and securing investments. You aim to make decisions that are not only technically sound but also financially, strategically, and organizationally informed.

Experienced Professionals with a Technical and Analytical Background

Typically, participants have 5–15 years of professional experience, often with a background in technology, computer science, natural sciences, or economics. Technology, data, and digitalization are core elements of your role—regardless of whether you work in industry, energy, finance, consulting, the public sector, or software. You are seeking an academically rigorous, internationally oriented EMBA program in English that can be completed alongside your career and supports your development toward strategic leadership roles. The program is not aimed at individuals without several years of professional experience or those interested solely in a technical AI study without a management focus.

Key Facts

Duration:3 Semesters + Masterthesis
Academic director:Univ.-Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Fazel Ansari
Academic Co-director:Dipl.-Ing., B.Sc. Andreas Steiner
Language:English
Degree:Master of Business Administration (MBA)
ECTS:90
Format:Part-time, blocked in modules
Locations:TU Wien, Wien-Umgebung
Fee:€ 27,890 (-10% for TU Wien graduates)
Take advantage of the tax deductibility: Up to 50% of the program fees can be refunded.
Early Bird Bonus:  - € 3.000 for applications until Jan. 15, 2026

 

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Curriculum: Leadership, Business Analytics & AI-Driven Corporate Management

The Executive MBA in Operational Excellence & AI structures your development along three complementary pillars: Leadership & Organizational Behavior, Management & Technology Essentials, and a specialized focus on AI & Business. This approach provides you with an integrated understanding of how leadership, finance, technology, and data strategies interact. Theoretical foundations are consistently combined with case studies, corporate projects, and a Final Pitch, in which you validate your own AI solution in front of industry experts.

  • 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.

  • The Data Foundations – Data as a Strategic Resource
    You will understand data quality, collection, integration, and visualization as the foundation for every AI-driven decision. Governance, privacy, ethics, and the quantification of the business value of data are integral components of this foundation.
  • Applied Data Science & Artificial Intelligence – From Methods to Models
    You will gain a solid overview of key concepts and tools in modern AI, from classical data science approaches to artificial neural networks, large language models, generative AI, prompting, AI agents, and computer vision. Applied examples and case studies illustrate how these technologies are translated into concrete solutions.
  • AI-Driven Business & Operations – From Intelligence to Impact
    You will translate data and AI solutions into real business processes, operations, and business models. This includes designing data-driven strategies, developing appropriate operating models, and preparing your own AI project, which you will present in the Final Pitch to industry experts.
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Your Development: Leading AI Transformation Strategically – The Bridge Between Technology and Business Value

Upon completing the Executive MBA in Operational Excellence & AI, you will take responsibility for data-driven initiatives across the entire value chain—from the underlying data to financial integration. You will develop into a leadership professional who confidently balances technical depth, business requirements, and regulatory frameworks, driving projects to measurable success.

Immediate Implementation Power through a Focus on ROI & Impact Executive MBA Leading Change and Transformation

You plan and manage AI applications not as experiments, but as strategic business cases. Through the Final Pitch format and by working on your own projects, you directly apply methods to your professional context. This ensures that initiatives scale beyond the pilot stage and deliver a real return on investment (ROI) within your organization.

Leadership for Tech, Finance & Strategy Student in a talk

You will gain the competence to lead interdisciplinary teams in environments where decisions are increasingly data-driven. You will learn to evaluate investments in data platforms and automation from both a technical perspective and in terms of risk and competitive advantage. This combination qualifies you for roles with expanded responsibility for results and budgets.

A Lifelong Network at a Leading Technical University TU Wien

You benefit from the academic rigor and reputation of TU Wien. Interaction within an internationally diverse cohort creates valuable synergies and opportunities for future collaboration. As part of the TU Wien Alumni Community, you gain long-term visibility and access to experts and decision-makers at the forefront of technological innovation.

Program Structure and Teaching Format

The Executive MBA in Operational Excellence & AI is explicitly designed for working professionals. Instruction takes place in block modules at TU Wien and in the surrounding Vienna area, allowing for long-term planning of on-site attendance. Between modules, you work on assignments, case studies, and—depending on the phase—your EMBA thesis. The language of instruction is English, providing access to international literature, global examples, and a diverse cohort. German is advantageous for networking and professional contexts, particularly within the DACH region.

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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

Questions? Book a personal consultation.

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Your Investment

Program Fee: €27,890 (10% discount for TU Wien alumni) | Early Bird: €3,000 off until January 15, 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: January 15, 2026
  • Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
  • Program Start: October 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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