DBi Germany is a short programme offered exclusively for eMBA and MBA students from our partner universities, designed to offer insights into particular industry sectors. Students will have the opportunity to study how the German automotive, sustainable transportation and energy industries intertwine while simultaneously gaining detailed insight into each area. Paired with on-site visits with our corporate partners, this programme allows students to witness theory being put into practice.
This 12-day programme includes networking opportunities with institutions and companies where students gather first-hand information about current challenges and prospects. Students will learn in detail about international corporate strategy, sustainable business practices, implications of EU policies, lobbying, digital transformation, leadership and communication from a German perspective. Simultaneously, they will build their international network by working closely with fellow students from around the world.
Programme information
Key topics
Key topics
automotive: past & present, Energiewende, mobility, energy policy, digitalisation, renewable energy, climate change, alternative mobility, future of mobility, sustainable business practices, traditional business practices
Questions addressed
What is the lifecycle of the automotive industry, especially in the era of climate consciousness and action?
What is the role of EU & German energy policy in the automotive and sustainable transportation sectors?
How has their business models changed?
How do you do business in Germany with these types of companies?
How is policy motivating or being motivated by the industry?
What does it look like in reality? Go on-site and find out how these topics manifest in company policy and practice.
All applicants should be EMBA or MBA students with 2 - 5+ years of business/work experience. Masters students with 2-5+ year of business/work experience are also welcome, pending a CV and motivation letter review.
Contact hours & ECTS
50 contact hours, 5 ECTS
Cost
Cost: 2.500 €. Exact details will be communicated after the nomination deadline. (Payable by wire transfer only)
Includes single hotel room, breakfast, domestic travel, and entry fees for all programme points. Initial arrival and departure is not included.
Room and board
Single room with breakfast is provided on all programme days, as well as welcome and farewell events. All other lunches and dinners are not included.
Other requirements
All participants must have adequate health insurance for the duration of the programme. We also recommend having an additional accident insurance.
Visas
Students are responsible for organising their own visa in a timely fashion. To check whether you will need one, contact your home university or local German consulate/embassy.
NEW EU TRAVEL REGULATIONS - Start mid 2025 For travelers from visa-exempt countries (also known as the 90-day tourist visa), a travel authorisation called ETIAS will be required to enter most European countries. This has to be done before traveling. See details here: European Union - ETIAS (link)
