MBA, Berlin: Digital Innovation & Business Transformation
Specializing in Digital innovation & Business Transformation
Specializing in Digital innovation & Business Transformation
MBA in Management Excellence
MBA in Management Excellence
The MBA in Management Excellence specializing in Digital Innovation & Business Transformation at S-Next, Berlin, immerses you in the latest technologies and forward-thinking strategies, empowering you to shape agile organizations and drive impactful change. Through real-world projects and personalized coaching, you’ll master digital leadership and chart transformative growth.
The MBA in Management Excellence specializing in Digital Innovation & Business Transformation at S-Next, Berlin, immerses you in the latest technologies and forward-thinking strategies, empowering you to shape agile organizations and drive impactful change. Through real-world projects and personalized coaching, you’ll master digital leadership and chart transformative growth.



Know your Course at a glance
Know your Course at a glance
duration
duration
3 Semesters
3 Semesters
Location
Location
Berlin
Berlin
FORMAT
FORMAT
Full Time
Full Time
Language
Language
Taught in English
Taught in English
Credits
Credits
90 ECTS
90 ECTS
ACADEMIC INTAKE
ACADEMIC INTAKE
Oct, Jan, Apr, July
Oct, Jan, Apr, July
Total tuition fees
Total tuition fees
€21,800.00*
€21,800.00*
Scholarships
Scholarships
Up to 30%
Up to 30%
*excl. one-time €250 Admission Fee + €250 Examination Fee
*excl. one-time €250 Admission Fee + €250 Examination Fee



DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Important Program Structure Information
Important Program Structure Information
The MBA 90 On Campus consists of two parts:
The MBA 90 On Campus consists of two parts:
The MBA 90 On Campus consists of two parts:
Part 1: Core MBA Foundation (8 modules)
Delivered on-campus in Berlin
Delivered on-campus in Berlin
Same modules as MBA 60 program
Same modules as MBA 60 program
Part 2: Specialization Modules (6 modules)
Delivered online via INSIDERS platform
Delivered online via INSIDERS platform
Specialized content for your chosen track
Specialized content for your chosen track
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Why you should study this program
Why you should study this program
Master the Tools of Digital Change
Master the Tools of Digital Change
Gain practical, hands-on insights into the tools that make businesses faster, smarter, and more efficient in the digital age.
Gain practical, hands-on insights into the tools that make businesses faster, smarter, and more efficient in the digital age.
Develop a Data-Driven, Innovative Mindset
Develop a Data-Driven, Innovative Mindset
The program teaches you how to foster a culture of digital thinking, drive smarter decisions, and continuously improve with emerging tech.
The program teaches you how to foster a culture of digital thinking, drive smarter decisions, and continuously improve with emerging tech.
Grow Into an Agile, People-Oriented Leader
Grow Into an Agile, People-Oriented Leader
Through collaborative learning and leadership-focused modules, you'll learn how to guide organizations through complexity with adaptability and vision.
Through collaborative learning and leadership-focused modules, you'll learn how to guide organizations through complexity with adaptability and vision.
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
Foster a data-driven culture in your organization using AI and Machine Learning.
Foster a data-driven culture in your organization using AI and Machine Learning.
Assess and implement AI and Machine Learning based on organizational needs.
Assess and implement AI and Machine Learning based on organizational needs.
Research and understand the evolving landscape of digital innovation.
Research and understand the evolving landscape of digital innovation.
Develop agile, team-oriented leadership skills for complex problem-solving.
Develop agile, team-oriented leadership skills for complex problem-solving.
Lead digital transformation initiatives within your industry through independent research and application.
Lead digital transformation initiatives within your industry through independent research and application.



DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Who is it for?
Who is it for?
Individuals who are eager to learn about the latest technological advancements and digital business models and processes.
Individuals who are eager to learn about the latest technological advancements and digital business models and processes.
Candidates interested in leading and managing teams through transformational change.
Candidates interested in leading and managing teams through transformational change.
Applicants who possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Applicants who possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Anyone skilled in communication, creative thinking, and adapting to rapidly changing business environments.
Anyone skilled in communication, creative thinking, and adapting to rapidly changing business environments.




DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Career Prospects
Career Prospects

Digital Transformation Consultant
Digital Transformation Consultant

Innovation Manager
Innovation Manager

Chief Digital Officer
Chief Digital Officer

Technology Strategy Director
Technology Strategy Director

Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager

Digital Marketing Manager
Digital Marketing Manager
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Foundation Modules
Foundation Modules
Strategy
Strategy
Markets and Marketing
Markets and Marketing
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Organizational Design and IT Systems
Organizational Design and IT Systems
Operations Management
Operations Management
Sustainable Leadership and Management
Sustainable Leadership and Management
Financial Management
Financial Management
HR-Management
HR-Management
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Personalized Modules
Personalized Modules
The Future of Business Organization
The Future of Business Organization
Market Research and Consumer Behavior
Market Research and Consumer Behavior
Innovation Project
Innovation Project
Innovation Management — Advanced
Innovation Management — Advanced
Digital Technology
Digital Technology
Digital Economics — Implications for Business & Society
Digital Economics — Implications for Business & Society
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
DIGITAL INNOVATION & BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
ADDITIONAL SPECIAL NOTICE
ADDITIONAL SPECIAL NOTICE
Campus Option:
Campus Option for Digital Innovation & Business Transformation Students
Campus Option for Digital Innovation & Business Transformation Students
Special Opportunity:
Some of your specialization modules may be available on-campus as they are part of other on-campus programs.
Some of your specialization modules may be available on-campus as they are part of other on-campus programs.
Important Conditions:
Important Conditions:
This is an OPTION, not a guaranteed right
This is an OPTION, not a guaranteed right
We cannot guarantee that the exact modules you need will be offered on-campus during your second or third semester
We cannot guarantee that the exact modules you need will be offered on-campus during your second or third semester
Module availability depends on semester scheduling
Module availability depends on semester scheduling
You will know which modules are available on-campus by reviewing the study plan presented on campus
You will know which modules are available on-campus by reviewing the study plan presented on campus
FAQs
Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA Programs

Why is part of the program online?
The hybrid format allows us to offer specialized expertise at an accessible price point. The price difference between MBA 60 and MBA 90 is only €2,000. Offering all specializations fully on-campus would significantly increase costs.
Can I switch to MBA 60 instead?
Yes, you can switch to MBA 60 even after starting the program, provided you meet the eligibility requirements (4-year bachelor's degree). Students with 3-year bachelor's degrees must complete MBA 90 plus bridging modules.
Will I keep my student visa for the online portion?
Yes, you maintain your study visa and all student benefits throughout the entire program, including during the online specialization phase.
Are there any specialization modules available on-campus?
For Digital Innovation & Business Transformation, Management & Innovation, Digital Marketing, and Data Analytics & AI specializations, some modules may be available on-campus as they're shared with other programs. However, availability cannot be guaranteed and depends on semester scheduling.
FAQs
Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA Programs
Why is part of the program online?
The hybrid format allows us to offer specialized expertise at an accessible price point. The price difference between MBA 60 and MBA 90 is only €2,000. Offering all specializations fully on-campus would significantly increase costs.
Can I switch to MBA 60 instead?
Yes, you can switch to MBA 60 even after starting the program, provided you meet the eligibility requirements (4-year bachelor's degree). Students with 3-year bachelor's degrees must complete MBA 90 plus bridging modules.
Will I keep my student visa for the online portion?
Yes, you maintain your study visa and all student benefits throughout the entire program, including during the online specialization phase.
Are there any specialization modules available on-campus?
For Digital Innovation & Business Transformation, Management & Innovation, Digital Marketing, and Data Analytics & AI specializations, some modules may be available on-campus as they're shared with other programs. However, availability cannot be guaranteed and depends on semester scheduling.
FAQs
Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA Programs

Why is part of the program online?
The hybrid format allows us to offer specialized expertise at an accessible price point. The price difference between MBA 60 and MBA 90 is only €2,000. Offering all specializations fully on-campus would significantly increase costs.
Can I switch to MBA 60 instead?
Yes, you can switch to MBA 60 even after starting the program, provided you meet the eligibility requirements (4-year bachelor's degree). Students with 3-year bachelor's degrees must complete MBA 90 plus bridging modules.
Will I keep my student visa for the online portion?
Yes, you maintain your study visa and all student benefits throughout the entire program, including during the online specialization phase.
Are there any specialization modules available on-campus?
For Digital Innovation & Business Transformation, Management & Innovation, Digital Marketing, and Data Analytics & AI specializations, some modules may be available on-campus as they're shared with other programs. However, availability cannot be guaranteed and depends on semester scheduling.
FAQs
Find answers to your most common questions about S-NEXT MBA Programs
Why is part of the program online?
The hybrid format allows us to offer specialized expertise at an accessible price point. The price difference between MBA 60 and MBA 90 is only €2,000. Offering all specializations fully on-campus would significantly increase costs.
Can I switch to MBA 60 instead?
Yes, you can switch to MBA 60 even after starting the program, provided you meet the eligibility requirements (4-year bachelor's degree). Students with 3-year bachelor's degrees must complete MBA 90 plus bridging modules.
Will I keep my student visa for the online portion?
Yes, you maintain your study visa and all student benefits throughout the entire program, including during the online specialization phase.
Are there any specialization modules available on-campus?
For Digital Innovation & Business Transformation, Management & Innovation, Digital Marketing, and Data Analytics & AI specializations, some modules may be available on-campus as they're shared with other programs. However, availability cannot be guaranteed and depends on semester scheduling.


Requirements
Requirements
Requirements
Educational Background
Educational Background
a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree or a 2-year bachelor’s degree or a successfully completed high school education (for this pathway, an additional S-Next university entrance test is required)
a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree or a 2-year bachelor’s degree or a successfully completed high school education (for this pathway, an additional S-Next university entrance test is required)
Language requirements
Language requirements
English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency
English proficiency demonstrated through standardized tests: IELTS: 6.0 or PTE: 56 or TOEFL: 80 or Duolingo: 100 or Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency
DOCUMENTS
DOCUMENTS
An updated CV, An official copy of your university certificate, An academic transcript, Work experience certificates
An updated CV, An official copy of your university certificate, An academic transcript, Work experience certificates
WORK EXPERIENCE
WORK EXPERIENCE
For a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree: 2 years of work experience, For a 2-year bachelor’s degree: 7 years of work experience, For high school education (plus entrance test pathway): 10 years of work experience
For a 3–4 years bachelor’s degree: 2 years of work experience, For a 2-year bachelor’s degree: 7 years of work experience, For high school education (plus entrance test pathway): 10 years of work experience
Specialized or Additional Requirements
Specialized or Additional Requirements
Completion of the S-Next university entrance test (required for candidates with only high school education)
Completion of the S-Next university entrance test (required for candidates with only high school education)
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"The knowledge I have gained at Steinbeis has been invaluable in helping to partner with leaders I support and becoming a more proactive involved employee. The interactive theory/real-life experience has been very helpful in applying the concepts in everyday working environments."

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