Grow your career with a Master of Business Administration

A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a postgraduate business administration degree designed to develop your strategic, leadership and management expertise. Core topics include leadership development, organisational strategy, economics, accounting, marketing and data analysis, all aimed at equipping you for senior and management roles in diverse organisational contexts. The MBA curriculum builds a broad, cross-functional foundation that helps graduates understand how businesses operate holistically — beyond a single discipline.

At PFH Private University of Applied Sciences, the MBA programme places a strong emphasis on both practical application and global outlook, with modules ranging from Executive Management and Innovation to Controlling and International Economics. You’ll also engage in real-world projects, internships or a semester abroad to directly apply your learning to business challenges.

How relevant is an MBA for a global career?

Why choose PFH for your MBA?

What skills will you gain from an MBA?

Can an MBA boost your earning potential?

How does PFH’s MBA support your future?

Key statistics about MBA degrees

An MBA is globally recognised and highly regarded by employers because it equips you with versatile skills that are transferable across industries and regions. For example:

• MBA graduates frequently take on leadership or strategic roles across sectors such as finance, consulting, technology and marketing.
• Around 90% of corporate recruiters worldwide plan to hire MBA graduates, showing strong demand for these skills.
• Nearly 40% of C-suite executives in major global firms hold an MBA, demonstrating the degree’s relevance for top-level leadership roles.

This wide applicability makes an MBA an ideal choice for professionals who want an international career trajectory, particularly those looking to bridge business functions or work in multinational organisations.

At PFH, the MBA isn’t just academic — it’s tailored for practical leadership and real-world impact:

• Customisable specialisations: You can tailor your studies to areas such as E-Business, International Marketing, Industrial Management or Corporate Finance to match your career goals.
• Global perspective: The programme emphasises international economics and global leadership insights that are essential in today’s interconnected business environment.
• Hands-on experience: PFH integrates project work, practical case studies and internships to ensure you gain experience that employers value.
• Support and mentorship: You’ll be guided by experienced professors and industry professionals, with a focus on networking and personalised career development.
• Job readiness: PFH even offers a job guarantee incentive — a partial tuition refund if certain employment conditions aren’t met following graduation — underscoring its commitment to your career success.

By completing the MBA at PFH, you’ll develop both soft and hard skills that are crucial in today’s business world.

Improve your management skills

Pursuing an MBA degree will help you acquire the skills necessary to make a company successful. You will explore the latest business trends, apply the newest management tools and techniques, and challenge yourself to better your company, teams, and collaborations. This is very important in today’s ever-changing business environment. An MBA could be the key to acquiring the skills and experience you need to have a competitive advantage in the job market. The skills you will learn will help you more easily adapt to the unavoidable changes in industries, the marketplace, and the ways people do business.

Explore new industries or areas of focus

The great thing about an MBA degree is that it is applicable to most industries. An MBA can provide a variety of specialisations and concentrations that you can look into if you are unsure of what field is best for you. In addition to class projects and case studies that dive deeply into different industries and sectors, business school is a great place to meet classmates, teachers, and a network of alumni from a variety of professional backgrounds. The skills and experience you build will help you adapt quickly to finding a new direction in your career.

Accelerate your career and earn more

Not everyone pursuing an MBA degree wants to change their life drastically. Many people want to accelerate the pace of their professional development in a particular industry or at their present employer. A part of that involves gaining access to more senior roles with higher salaries. And this is precisely why MBA degrees are so popular - job security and high salary. MBA graduates frequently secure jobs that put them on an accelerated path to leadership. And companies are constantly looking for graduates who possess the academic, interpersonal, and leadership skills necessary to solve complex business problems.

Access to an extensive business network

If you are unsure of why MBA degrees are so desirable, consider the networking possibilities. A part of pursuing an MBA is becoming part of a community of business professionals with extensive management experience. During your studies, you will also meet well-connected alumni. Additionally, some MBA programmes offer access to networking events hosted by employers, as well as affinity networks and student-led conferences. These are all opportunities that could expand your reach, and therefore, your chances of success in the business world.

Gain knowledge to start your own company

MBA teachers with real-life experience in starting a business can advise you on what the biggest pitfalls are and how to avoid them, as well as the best course of action to ensure that your company grows and remains stable over time. Pursuing an MBA will also teach you how to communicate effectively and why doing so is crucial for the success of every company. Knowing how to express your ideas clearly can be the difference between winning and losing the support and funding for your business, whether you are negotiating a contract with suppliers or outlining your vision to prospective investors. 

These competencies are not only valued by employers but are also vital for entrepreneurial endeavours and leadership in dynamic business environments.

Pursuing an MBA can significantly boost earning potential. However, salaries vary based on the job location, industry, the graduate’s experience level and the hiring company. 

MBA holders often command higher salaries; for example, MBA graduates in Germany can expect an average salary of €70,000 per year.

Though outcomes vary by region and industry, the trend underscores the MBA’s enduring value for career progression.

Ready to take the next step? Explore the MBA programme at PFH to understand specialisations, entry requirements and how it can be tailored to your ambitions in management master, business leadership and global career growth.

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Here are some reputable figures to help you understand the broader context of MBA education:

• An MBA remains one of the most popular graduate degrees worldwide, with over 250,000 students enrolled globally.
• MBA graduates make up nearly 40% of C-suite executives in large companies, indicating their strategic value for leadership pathways.
• About 90% of recruiters plan to hire MBA graduates this year, signalling continued demand.
• Around 80% of MBA graduates are employed within three months.
• MBA degree holders working in Germany earn an average salary of €70,000 per year.