HTW Berlin University Of Applied Sciences
MBA&E Life Science Management
Berlin, Germany
Master degree
DURATION
3 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
28 Feb 2027*
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2027
TUITION FEES
EUR 6,167 / per semester **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Application start for the 2027 batch is November 2026
** €18,500 total tuition fee for 3 semester
Key Summary
About: The MBA & Engineering in Life Science Management at Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft (HTW) Berlin trains cross-functional leaders to develop and commercialize biotech, biopharma and med‑tech products. It blends business and engineering for scientists, engineers, business experts, lawyers and life science managers and includes a new AI in Life Sciences module. HTW Berlin has more than 14,000 students.
Career Outcomes: Graduates enter senior and strategic roles across biotech, pharma and digital health. Typical jobs include Product Manager, Project Manager, Business Development Manager and Regulatory Affairs Manager. Employers include BioNTech, Roche and Bayer, and many SMEs and startups; market access roles too.
What is the MBA&E Life Science Management programme?
The MBA & Engineering in Life Science Management programme is an internationally accredited postgraduate degree that bridges the gap between science, technology and business. It is designed for professionals with a background in life sciences, engineering or business who want to develop the management expertise needed to advance their careers in the international life science industry.
The programme combines:
- Life science and industry knowledge
- Business, management and leadership skills
- Technology and innovation
- AI in Life Sciences
- Practical, industry-oriented learning and networking
You will develop the ability to translate scientific and technical expertise into business impact and management decisions across the life science value chain.
Why choose the MBA&E Life Science Management programme?
Key advantages include:
- Science + Management: Combine life science knowledge with business and leadership expertise
- Industry focus: Learn from practical, industry-oriented perspectives
- AI in Life Sciences: Develop an understanding of how AI and emerging technologies are transforming the sector
- International: Gain international work experience and study in a 100% English-taught environment
- Career-oriented: Prepare for management, specialist and leadership roles across Pharma, Biotech, MedTech and Digital Health
- Berlin: Study in one of Europe's major life science and innovation ecosystems
- Professional network: Connect with an international community of students, alumni and industry professionals
- Employability: More than 96% of graduates are employed within three monthsTop of Form
- Germany: is seeking skilled professionals offering a job seeking visa of 18months
What will you learn in Life Science Management?
The curriculum combines theory and practice to give you a full understanding of the life science value chain.
You will develop knowledge and practical skills in areas including:
- Life science engineering and biotechnology
- Pharma, Biotech and MedTech processes
- Regulatory affairs, licensing and clinical trial management
- Quality and risk management
- Strategic marketing
- Finance and controlling
- Operations and project management for complex life science projects
- Leadership and human resources for senior level
- Business development and international business
- Practical projects and industry-oriented case studies
This combination enables you to understand both the scientific plus technical context and the business and management perspective of life science organisations.
How does the programme combine Life Sciences, Management and AI?
The MBA&E Life Science Management programme combines life science expertise, management and emerging technologies, gives graduates an interdisciplinary perspective and prepares professionals for a rapidly changing industry.
A dedicated AI in Life Sciences module introduces the application of artificial intelligence to life science contexts and helps students understand how AI can support innovation, decision-making and transformation across the industry.
You will explore how technologies such as AI can influence areas including:
- Life science innovation
- Biotechnology and pharmaceutical development
- Data-driven decision-making
- Healthcare and digital health
- Life science processes and operations
- Business models and organisational transformation
Continuously ranked #1 in Graduate Recruitment (2021–2024) – Ranked by Wirtschaftswoche survey of 500 German companies and receiving StudyCheck Award 2026 – Most popular university in Berlin with 96 % student recommendation.
What career opportunities can you expect after the programme?
Depending on your background and career interests, potential functions in life sciences include:
- Strategy and Management
- Project and Product Management
- Business Development
- Regulatory Affairs
- Quality and Risk Management
- Marketing and Sales
- Sustainability
- Consulting and life science services
- Research & Development
The programme is particularly relevant for professionals who want to move from scientific or technical positions into business, management and leadership roles.
Over 96% of graduates are employed within three months.
Which companies and industries hire Life Science Management graduates?
Graduates work across the international life science ecosystem, from innovative start-ups and specialised companies to global corporations.
Examples of employers include:
- Bayer
- Pfizer
- Biotronik
- Capgemini
- IGES Institute
- TissUse
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Otsuka Pharma
- FyoniBio
Graduates work across areas including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, MedTech, healthcare, consulting and life science innovation.
We offer the chance to get the LSM Professional Enhancement Grant, worth EUR 9250. Apply before 04/30/2027.
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What career opportunities are available after graduation?
Graduates of the MBA&E Life Science Management program go on to work in senior and strategic roles across the global life sciences industry, including in biotech, pharma, med-tech, digital health, biopharma, and healthcare services. Whether, in multinational corporations, SMEs, or startups, career opportunities span both scientific and business domains.
Career opportunities focus areas include Business Development, Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, Market Access, Product and Project Management, Operations, Innovation or R&D Management, Consulting, and Sustainability. Many graduates also become entrepreneurs, launching startups in biotech or health tech.
What types of job functions does this degree prepare me for?
The program prepares students for high-impact roles across the life sciences value chain.
Typical job functions include:
Product Manager (Biotech, Pharma, Med-Tech), Project Manager (Clinical, R&D, Tech Transfer), Business Analyst / Strategist, Business Development Manager, Digital Health Strategist, AI in Healthcare Consultant, Regulatory Affairs Manager or Specialist, Market Access Analyst or Specialist, Medical Science Liaison (MSL), Marketing Manager, Quality & Compliance Lead, Supply Chain and Operations Manager, Startup Founder in biotech, med-tech, or digital health, Sustainability or ESG Consultant in healthcare industries.
Graduates are equipped to navigate the intersection of science, business, regulation, and innovation, ideal for leadership roles in the rapidly evolving life sciences landscape.
Where do alumni work after graduation?
Our graduates are employed by major organisations, SMEs and innovative startups like BioNTech, Roche, Bayer, Sanofi, Pfizer, ThermoFisher, Fresenius, Merck, Novartis, Novo Nordisk, Baxter, Otsuka Pharmaceuticals, Capgemini, PWC, KPMG, and a wide range of health tech startups and consultancies. Over 96% of graduates receive a full-time job offer within 3 months of graduating.
In this module, life science professionals explore how AI is applied in real-world life science environments — from AI-powered drug discovery and molecular modeling to intelligent optimization of biotechnological production processes and predictive analyt
Who is the MBA&E Life Science Management programme for?
This English-taught postgraduate programme is particularly suited to:
- Natural scientists and life science graduates with minimum of one years work experience
- Biotechnologists and biopharmaceutical professionals
- Pharmacists and professionals with pharmaceutical backgrounds
- Engineers working in life science industries
- Business professionals specialising in life science management
- Professionals with experience in Biotech, Biopharma, MedTech, Digital Health or Healthcare
- Scientists and PhD graduates who want to move from research or technical roles into management
The programme helps you:
- Apply your academic and professional background to real-world life science challenges
- Develop leadership, strategic thinking and decision-making skills
- Build an international life science network
- Combine scientific/technical expertise with business and management knowledge
- Prepare for management and leadership roles in the international life science sector
As the lagest University of Applied Sciences, HTW Berlin has strong academic faculties being a historical government body. Being well connected with the industry, lectures with practice orientated approach you gain valuable interdisciplinary knowledge.
Why study Life Science Management in Berlin?
Berlin is one of Europe's most important life science and healthcare innovation hubs, with an ecosystem spanning: Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, MedTech, Digital Health, Healthcare, Research and innovation
Studying Life Science Management in Berlin gives students access to an international environment with connections to research institutions, innovative companies and public organisations.
The ecosystem provides opportunities to:
- Build a professional network
- Connect with life science companies and organisations
- Gain insights into real-world industry challenges
- Participate in practical projects and industry activities
The MBA&E Life Science Management Programme is 100% English-taught. Modules are delivered in-person by international life science professionals on-campus.
HTW Berlin being a state university offers German language classes free of charge for MBA&E Life Science Management Students.