Executive Education

At ISM Academy, you will find a wide range of short management-related training courses that rely on modern teaching methods, university lecturers with extensive practical expertise and a research and practice background, and formats that fit into your every day life.

We offer customized courses in the areas of:

Leadership & Management
Digitalization & Innovation
Sales & Marketing
Personnel development, etc.

Your advantages

Full flexibility

In person or 100% digital

Targeted, in-demand topics

State-recognized

About ISM Academy

At ISM Academy we empower professionals and individuals in organizations to achieve their highest potential. Thanks to a rich history of academic excellence and a strong commitment to practical, real-world learning, ISM Academy offers a unique opportunity for leaders to enhance their skills and drive their careers forward.

Our programs cater the evolving needs of today’s dynamic business environment, providing you with the tools and practical knowledge necessary for success.

ISM Academy is a 100% owned subsidiary of the ISM University of Applied Sciences (International School of Management).

ISM prides itself with a 35 years history, it holds the prestigious international AACSB accreditation and is the first private university of applied sciences in Germany to be honored at the highest level by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.

ISM offers courses in business administration for the continuous education of your employees and managers, from the curricula of the following programs:

Bachelor: full-time, dual, part-time or online
Master: full-time, part-time or distance learning
MBA: full-time, part-time or distance learning
PhD/DBA: full-time or part-time

University-level executive education
taught by field experts

Flexible Learning Formats

Whether you prefer online learning or an immersive on-campus experience, ISM Academy offers flexible formats that suit employees' schedule. They can join at any of the seven ISM locations in Germany or participate from the comfort of their home or office.

Course formats:

Digital self-study courses
Live online courses
Blended learning courses
Classroom courses at one of the campuses
In-house training courses at your company.

Tailored Executive Programs

Executive education programs are carefully designed to meet the specific needs of your organization. We work closely with your team to develop customized training solutions that align with your strategic goals, such as:

Developing leadership skills for the current work landscape
Strategies, tools and methods enabling digital change
Success-oriented strategies for customer acquisition and retention
Targeted development and retention of talent and personnel.

Top-Ranked and with a Global Network

Ýour staff will learn from distinguished faculty staff with extensive industry experience and gain practical insights from our business experts.

The ISM lecturers often also work as consultants, are managing directors or have their own company.

Our diverse, practice-oriented teaching environment fosters comprehensive, global perspectives from different industries and deep cross-cultural understanding.

Do you have questions about our business courses?

We offer a wide range of topics and formats. If you would like support in choosing the right course for you or your employees, please contact us. You can also contact us at any time for individual company offers.

Who is ISM International School of Management

For over 30 years, we have stood for excellent education and future-oriented study programs. With seven locations in the most important economic centers in Germany - Dortmund, Frankfurt/Main, Munich, Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart and Berlin - we offer optimal conditions for academic and professional success. Our wide range of on-campus and distance learning courses allows maximum flexibility for individual educational paths. More than 10,000 alumni have already benefited from our practice-oriented teaching and are working in leading positions today.

Through our cooperation with 190 renowned partner universities worldwide, we create international perspectives. A high-caliber board of trustees supports us in ensuring the highest quality standards and actively shaping the education of tomorrow. Read more about the ISM.