Evolving professionals into leaders

There is no better place to study sustainability than in the Nordics. Denmark, for example, ranks third in the 2024 Sustainable Development Report, along with Finland and Sweden. The country secured the top spot in the World Energy Trilemma Index too, for balancing secure, equitable, and sustainable energy strategies.

This deep-rooted commitment to sustainability extends to Denmark’s universities, including Copenhagen Business School (CBS), which places among the top 1% of business schools worldwide to earn triple accreditation. Its full-time MBA, ranked #26 (QS Global MBA Rankings 2025) and #13 (Bloomberg Rankings 2024 - 2025) in Europe, prepares students to become forward-thinking leaders.

Andreas Rasche, Associate Dean of the Copenhagen MBA, Professor of Business in Society at Copenhagen Business School

“Our strong rankings in international mobility (#8) and value for money (#54) (Financial Times MBA Rankings 2025) reflect our commitment to equipping students with a globally relevant education and a strong return on their investment. The CBS MBA prepares graduates to lead with impact, sustainability, and innovation in an increasingly complex business world.”

The CBS MBA

Leaders aren't born, they're made

In the Leadership Discovery Process (LDP), MBA students learn to lead effectively by exploring cognitive coaching, brain function, team dynamics, and more. A core component is the multi-day leadership simulator, where students engage in outdoor challenges, taking turns leading their teams while receiving real-time feedback.

Top-tier facilities for success

MBA students have access to multimedia labs, breakout rooms, an extensive library, and advanced IT facilities.

A network of global changemakers

Join a community that is driven, capable, and ready to make an impact in the global business landscape. Over 90% of MBA students come from outside of Denmark, with an average of five years of experience across various industries.

CBS MBA Alumni Society

The CBS MBA Alumni Society connects over 1,900 full-time and executive MBA graduates from over 80 nationalities. More than a networking hub, the society regularly hosts events for alumni to form connections and stay ahead of business trends.

Scandinavian at heart

CBS has developed the Nordic Nine to empower you to address societal challenges with empathy, innovation, and a commitment to a better future.

The Strategy Project

The final stage of your MBA is the Master’s Strategy Project. Whether through an internship placement or a company case with a Danish or international organisation, you'll develop skills essential to thrive in the modern business environment.
“A look at the top employers and sectors of MBA alumni gives a good indication of the quality in the region. The top full-time MBA employers are major names and let’s not forget, there’s an extremely healthy community of more than 1,000 impact startups – committed to solving some of the planet’s biggest challenges.” - Mercedes Delgado, Associate Professor at Copenhagen Business School and Research Scientist at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Entrepreneurship Concentration leader

A qualification you can trust

#24 in QS Full Time MBA: Global 2022

CBS MBA graduates see a 50% average salary increase three months post-graduation

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Dr. Edgar Whitley’s project, commissioned by Women in Identity, examined the economic costs of identity exclusion, providing insights into how organisations can foster inclusivity and reduce financial inefficiencies.

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Dr. Nadia Millington and MSc Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship graduate Franziska Golenhofen looked into the mindset traps that hinder sustainability initiatives, helping leaders break free and achieve transformative progress.

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Professor Alexander Pepper provided critical insights into the UK’s executive pay debate, drawing on academic theories to unpack complex economic and political dynamics.