DTU is committed to benefiting society and contributing to growth and welfare. Twenty-five years ago, these values laid the foundation for a groundbreaking type of top management education in Denmark, DTU's Executive MBA. Rooted in technology and innovation, the program targeted managers with an application-oriented mindset. Over the years, it has remained highly sought after and in demand in all parts of the business world.
"Today's top managers must navigate a hyper-complex world. This requires knowledge, tools, and personal insights, all gained through two years of rigorous study in DTU's EMBA. We also recognize the need for a holistic understanding of their organization, which is why they go through around 16 modules that cover all aspects of business operations," says Caroline Arends, Center Director of Centre at DTU Learn for Life.
The EMBA program is one of the most challenging in its field. An EMBA program often accelerates the graduate's career by providing the essential professional and personal tools required for top-level management. The education offers an in-depth understanding of strategic management, finance, innovation, entrepreneurship, and organizational behavior.
Senior Vice President at DTU, Carsten Orth Garn-Larsen, believes that the success of the education lies in the fact that, despite its starting point in the world of technology, it targets a much broader audience.
"At DTU, we offer world-class education, including lifelong learning. This is why we've succeeded in developing and maintaining a technological EMBA that caters not only to engineers but to all managers working in technology companies," says Senior Vice President Carsten Orth Gaarn-Larsen.
The Future of Lifelong Learning
DTU's EMBA program was established in 1998 under the initiative of then-Rector Hans Peter Jensen. Since then, lifelong learning has been a focal point at DTU, which offers a diverse range of continuing education and courses.
"In a rapidly changing world, new knowledge constantly pushes boundaries and creates new opportunities. As a university, we must offer continuing education at the highest level. We do this by translating our research knowledge into market-relevant education and courses that contribute to a fulfilling working life," emphasizes Carsten Orth Gaarn-Larsen.
We live in an age of continuous learning, where curiosity and innovation are among the most significant skills one can contribute. DTU takes pride in offering education from the beginning of one's career to the end. The right to continue learning throughout life benefits both society and personal development. Therefore, as an educational institution, it is DTU's duty to offer high-quality continuing education.
Read an interview with Jens Perregaard, Global Vice President at BASF, who was part of the EMBA's first team.
Keyla Barahona is Senior Associate Supplier Quality with FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies. Alongside her job, she has done DTU’s Executive MBA programme, which has taught her how to be a more flexible leader - read an interview with her via this link.
