Master of Business Development

The degree for those who are passionate about creating new, innovative solutions and want to take responsibility for elevating and developing the business - for those who want more.

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In a world where change is the only constant, the ability to adapt is the key to success. The Master of Business Development (MBD) programme is designed to equip you with the essential tools and knowledge to drive innovation and growth within your business.

You’ll learn to view challenges from a broader perspective, tackle specific issues, and develop groundbreaking solutions that can elevate your business to new heights.

This course is aimed at professionals in the private sector and provides you with the opportunity to become a catalyst for positive change, ensuring that your business not only survives but thrives in the dynamic marketplace of the future.

WHY TAKE AN MBD AT CBS?

Meet Christina Grøntved, CEO of the business foundation Incita. She found that every single course at the MBD programme helped change her behavior in her daily work and gave her the drive to make changes in her workplace practices. Hear why Christina would recommend taking an MBD at CBS.

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The MBD is for individuals who dream of continuing their education in management, digitalization, strategy and business development.

MBD is also relevant for companies that want to upskill their employees.

Find information about the admittance criteria.

Admissions Criteria

A full master degree

We have designed a flexible continuing-educational programme where we provide the building blocks for you. The programme consists of mandatory courses, core courses, elective courses and a master project that you put together in your own way. However, we recommend that you start with one of our mandatory courses, which form the foundation of the program.

A full master degree can be completed in 2-6 years.

Learn more about the structure of the MBD.

Structure

Overview of courses MBD - Master Project (12 ECTS), Mandatory Courses (10 ECTS), Elective Courses (18 ECTS) and Core Courses (20 ECTS)

MBD lectures take place on weekdays between 9 am and 5 pm.

The address is CBS, Dalgas Have 15, 2000 Frederiksberg.

MBD offers courses in both English and Danish

Or begin with a single course

The choice is yours. An MBD at CBS is designed to give you the flexibility to tailor your degree so that it suits you and your ambitions. You choose whether you want to take a single course, multiple courses or the full executive master programme.

Courses

You apply for enrollment via our online enrollment portal.

There are no application deadlines at MBD, which means you can apply for enrollment all year round. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, and no later than a month prior to the course starts.

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Master of Business Development

What is MBD?

WHY TAKE AN MBD AT CBS?

Who can study MBD?

A full master degree

Or begin with a single course

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