Executive Master of Public Administration
Are you ready to advance your career and step into a leadership role? Look no further than the Hertie School's Executive MPA programme! Designed to equip you with the skills needed to tackle complex policy challenges and lead organisations to success, our programme takes an interdisciplinary perspective, offering you relevant knowledge and insights across sectors.
Our Executive MPA programme offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to tailor your studies to your individual needs, schedules and interests. By completing the programme, you'll be well-prepared for success in any career path with solid leadership, management, and analytical and communication skills. Join this dynamic, transformative programme and take your career to the next level.
- International executive programme (MPA degree) located in the heart of Berlin.
- English as the language of instruction.
- Flexible programme: Study full-time (1 year) or part-time (2-4 years).
- Acquire core knowledge in governance, public policy and management.
- Extend your portfolio with electives in leadership, governance, digitalisation & AI and policy analysis.
- Professional exchange with international peers from all sectors and life-long career services.
- International partner school and Study abroad opportunities.
- Scholarships available.
- Annual programme start: September, modular entry via single certificate courses also possible.
Our programme is designed to accommodate the busy schedules of working professionals with part-time and full-time options so that you can balance your coursework with your professional and personal responsibilities.
- Flexible study options: full-time (1 year) or part-time (2 years up to 4 years).
- Complete 14 courses (60 ECTS) in Berlin, plus a four-day workshop in Berlin or Brussels.
- Courses are structured in blocks of two to four days each.
- Maximise efficiency by condensing courses into one- or two-week sessions to reduce trips to Berlin.
Modular entry
Courses can also be booked individually or in combination as a certificate. Credits earned and fees paid for these can be fully transferred to the Executive MPA programme. Registrations for executive trainings are accepted throughout the year.
We know that it's not just about what you'll learn – it's about who you'll learn with. Our Executive MPA cohort is highly diverse in terms of regional composition, educational backgrounds and career paths, providing a rich learning environment that will challenge and inspire you.
Our international faculty is widely known for their research and teaching excellence, offering you numerous opportunities to connect and engage with our professors as well as a variety of international and policy organisations to enhance and expand your professional networks.
Executive MPA Alumni stories
Watch our alumni describe their experience at Hertie and beyond and learn more about the programme.
