Meet our alumni from … NORTH AMERICA

The MBA continues to hold exceptional value in the United States and Canada, where it is widely regarded as a key qualification for advancing into leadership roles and navigating competitive, fast‑moving industries. Many professionals pursue an MBA to strengthen their strategic capabilities, accelerate career growth, or successfully pivot into new fields. Yet an increasing number of Americans and Canadians choose to complete their degree abroad — and Germany has become one of their preferred destinations.
One reason is the unique intercultural learning experience that German MBA programs offer. At Pforzheim Business School, this has been a defining feature since the MBA in International Management was established in 1996, making it one of the oldest MBA programs in Germany. Over the past three decades, hundreds of professionals from around the world have completed the program and joined a closely connected alumni network that continues to support both the program and current students. Many graduates describe taking a break from a successful career to pursue a full‑time MBA as one of the best decisions they ever made.
In the classroom, participants from different countries, cultures, and professional backgrounds come together, creating an environment where students learn far more than business concepts. Every discussion, team project, and presentation becomes an opportunity to develop intercultural competence, broaden perspectives, and learn how to collaborate across cultural boundaries. For North American students, this experience is particularly valuable. In today’s global business environment, organizations operate across markets, teams work internationally, and leaders are expected to navigate cultural differences with confidence and sensitivity. Studying in Germany allows American and Canadian professionals to build exactly these skills while immersing themselves in a new cultural context.
Another important factor is cost. Compared to the high tuition fees of many U.S. business schools, German MBA programs — especially those at public institutions like PForzheim University — offer excellent value without compromising academic quality. Combined with access to the European business landscape, Germany provides an attractive alternative for those seeking both affordability and international exposure.
Our alumni from the USA and Canada are now part of a strong global network. Their experiences reflect how the Pforzheim MBA helped them grow professionally and personally — and why choosing Germany for their MBA became a defining chapter in their international careers.

Meet our alumni from CANADA and the USA and see what they have to say about our program:

Gabrielle Boimann USA, MBA Class of 2022, Manager Administrative Agents & Secondary Trading Desk | Syndicated Loan Agency, Rabobank, Netherlands
„I wanted a practical, hands-on approach to learning where I would also gain exposure to industry experts in- and outside the classroom. Further, I sought a program that emphasized sustainability and corporate social responsibility not just in specific courses, but also integrated these topics through the curriculum. I ultimately chose HSPF because of the longer duration of the program which not only allowed me to gain foundational knowledge of various business functions in the first semester, but it also allowed for a deeper exploration of relevant topics and coursework in subsequent semesters which are vital to approaching today's business needs.“

John Reed, USA, MBA Class of 2002, Principal & Owner, Stone Gables Engineering, USA
"Hochschule Pforzheim provided me a unique opportunity to study business administration in a foreign country, surrounded entirely by foreign students, which would not have been the case at U.S. business schools.  Also, the ability to work at a German company (Zeiss) and to be advised by a professor (Dr. Prof. Klaus Moeller) while writing my thesis in German related to optimization of a particular aspect of their supply chain was a unique and challenging aspect of the program that I also would not have been able to enjoy at a U.S. business school. "

Thomas Green, USA, MBA Class of 2023, Technical Sales Manager, priomold GmbH, Germany
“I am very happy that I made the decision to take a risk in life, move to a new country, and start something new. The MBA was a great experience, and has propelled me into an amazing job with maximum ENERGY!”

Lydia Michael, USA/Germany, MBA Class of 2016, President & Owner of Blended Collective, USA
"The diversity is what first drew me to this MBA program. I´ve been able to experience a diverse environment in the classroom with a mix of international students, but also with the professors, curriculum and company visits."

Evan Hahn, Canada, MBA Class of 2012, Managing Director - Structuring & Execution Credit Oversight, ATB Cormark Capital Markets, Canada
„The MBA program's practice-based approach was an integral part of my professional development.  Finding solutions to real-world business issues with reputable firms and gaining insights from a faculty with vast industry experience was paramount to my learning. The program gave me the skills and confidence required to tackle complex problems in an ever-changing business environment."

James Dymond, USA, Class of 2004, Director , ESG Investor Relations, SAP SE, Germany
“The international aspect of Hochschule Pforzheim’s MBA program was a key factor in choosing this university. The opportunity to attend seminars from lecturers working in the industries to complement the academic lectures provided an excellent foundation for my career.”

Abby Whipple, USA, MBA Class of 2021, Payments Sales Representative, EverCommerce, USA
"The skills and knowledge I acquired through the MBA enabled me to found a non-profit corporation, as well as a consulting business. My MBA thesis focused on performance measurement metrics frameworks, which is the central focus of my work today. I use the finance, human resources, accounting and economics knowledge base on a daily basis to operate my agencies. As a founder and CEO, I am grateful for the hands-on and applied nature of the MBA program."

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