For the past two decades, the world has undergone an unprecedented technological revolution which has influenced almost every aspect of the way we live, work and do business. Startups – the small, innovative companies which creatively disrupt existing services and products – have played a key role in shaping this revolution, along with the new knowledge, theories and practices required to support this new ecosystem.

The Hebrew University Business School has designed its international StartUp 360° MBA to give students the knowledge and skills required to successfully adapt to the ever-evolving startup ecosystem.

Here in Israel, itself a hub of innovation and home to a booming hi-tech and start-up scene, our students gain far more than they ever could through classroom learning alone; value-added elements of the international StartUp 360° MBA program include professional internships with leading Israeli VCs and startups, learning from and networking with internationally acclaimed experts, and taking part in real investment processes using tangible money.

We believe that learning about the startup ecosystem from multiple points of view is crucial for entrepreneurs, founders-to-be, potential investors, and any other person who wishes to be part of the startup world. Therefore, unlike other programs which focus on how to build a new startup, our international StartUp 360° MBA focuses on the following three key aspects: entrepreneurs, investors and the startup environment. 

Taught by experts in their field with cutting-edge academic knowledge, the program covers subjects such as:

The program’s credits are taken over three consecutive semesters: fall, spring and summer. The program includes a professional internship and the summer semester, the Transdisciplinary Innovation Program (TIP) taking place in the last semester. By the end of this fully immersive eleven-month MBA program, you will not only have acquired the building blocks; you will have undergone an internship and even pitched your ideas to the venture capital community.

Tracks

The International StartUp 360° MBA has two tracks:

1. Non-Business Background Track (48 Credits)

   • Basic Business Core Courses (24 credits)
   • Startup 360° Courses (14 credits)
   • Internship (4 credits)
   • Transdisciplinary Innovation Program (TIP) - Summer Semester (6 credits)

   Curriculum

2. Business Background Track (42 Credits)

   • Startup 360° Courses (16 credits)
   • Innovation Electives (16 credits)
   • Internship (4 credits)
   • Transdisciplinary Innovation Program (TIP) - Summer Semester (6 credits)

   Curriculum

Note: Students may choose additional academic courses where they fit into their timetable, for no additional charge.

In addition, students may take various Hebrew courses offered by the Rothberg International School, ranging from elementary to upper-advanced, during the academic year and summer semester. Hebrew courses are not covered by tuition. 

Tuition for the eleven-month program is $29,000.

The health insurance fee is $790 (not included).

Find out about your eligibility for financial aid or a scholarship.

What is the Hebrew University's StartUp 360° MBA program?

The StartUp 360° MBA is an eleven-month international program offered by the Hebrew University Business School, designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to thrive in the global startup ecosystem. The program leverages Israel's position as a leading hub of innovation and high-tech entrepreneurship to provide a fully immersive academic and professional experience.

What is the Hebrew University's Med-Tech Innovation MBA program?

The Med-Tech Innovation MBA is an eleven-month international program offered by the Hebrew University Business School - Israel's first university MBA program dedicated to the biomedical sector. Designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to merge the business and medicine fields, the program serves as a feeder for C-level managers into corporations, mid-size companies, and startups in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, medical devices, and hospital laboratory research. It leverages Israel's longstanding leadership in medical innovation to provide a fully immersive academic and professional experience.

What makes the StartUp 360° MBA different from other entrepreneurship programs?

Unlike programs that focus solely on how to build a new startup, the StartUp 360° MBA examines the startup ecosystem from three integrated perspectives: entrepreneurs, investors, and the broader startup environment. The program combines cutting-edge academic knowledge with hands-on practical learning - including professional internships with leading Israeli VCs and startups, real investment processes using tangible money, and networking with internationally acclaimed experts. This approach prepares students not only as founders, but also as investors, executives, and key players in the innovation economy.

What subjects are covered in the StartUp 360° MBA curriculum?

The program is taught by leading experts and covers a comprehensive range of business and innovation disciplines, including entrepreneurship, strategy, finance, accounting, human resources, marketing, operations, and technology. The curriculum integrates cutting-edge academic theory with practical, real-world applications.

 What subjects are covered in the Med-Tech Innovation MBA curriculum?

Designed in cooperation with industry leaders and taught by top international experts, the Med-Tech Innovation MBA covers a comprehensive range of disciplines tailored to the biomedical sector, including entrepreneurship, finance, digital health and healthcare IT, knowledge management and intellectual property, bio-design, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. The curriculum bridges the gap between academia and industry, giving students the tools needed to manage and lead biomedical companies - including those in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, medical devices, and hospital laboratory research.

What academic tracks are available within the StartUp 360° MBA program?

The program offers two tracks tailored to students' academic backgrounds:

Non-Business Background Track (48 credits): Includes 24 credits of basic business core courses, 14 credits of StartUp 360° courses, a 4-credit internship, and the 6-credit Transdisciplinary Innovation Program (TIP).

Business Background Track (42 credits): Includes 16 credits of StartUp 360° courses, 16 credits of innovation electives, a 4-credit internship, and the 6-credit TIP summer semester.

How is the StartUp 360° MBA program structured?

The program spans three consecutive semesters - fall, spring, and summer - over the course of eleven-months. It combines academic coursework, a professional internship, and the Transdisciplinary Innovation Program (TIP), which takes place during the summer semester, and culminates in students pitching their ideas to faculty, mentors, and invited industry professionals.

Does the StartUp 360° MBA include a professional internship?

Yes. The program features a structured professional internship that places students directly within leading Israeli venture capital firms and startups. This experience allows students to participate in real investment processes - working with actual investment processes - and gain hands-on exposure to the inner workings of Israel's renowned innovation ecosystem.

What is the Transdisciplinary Innovation Program (TIP)?

The TIP is a capstone summer semester offered as part of both International MBA tracks at the Hebrew University Business School - as a required component of the StartUp 360° MBA (worth six credits) and as an optional summer semester for the Med-Tech Innovation MBA. The program brings together the academic and practical components of the MBA, enabling students to apply their accumulated knowledge in a culminating innovation project and to practice pitching their ideas in a professional setting.

Can StartUp 360° MBA students take additional courses beyond the required curriculum?

Yes. Students are welcome to enroll in additional academic courses that fit into their schedule at no extra charge, subject to availability and approval from the relevant departments. They may also take Hebrew language courses offered by the Rothberg International School, ranging from elementary to upper-advanced levels, during the academic year and summer semester. Hebrew courses are not included in the tuition.

What is the tuition for the StartUp 360° MBA program?

Tuition for the eleven-month StartUp 360° MBA is $29,000. A separate health insurance fee of $790 is required and is not included in the tuition. New Olim (recent immigrants to Israel) are exempt from this fee, as they are already covered through Israel's national health insurance (Kupat Holim). The Hebrew University Business School makes every effort to support eligible International MBA students through partial scholarships awarded on the basis of merit and financial need.

Who should consider applying to the StartUp 360° MBA program?

The program welcomes a wide range of applicants - from recent graduates taking their first step into the business world, to aspiring entrepreneurs, future founders, prospective investors, and seasoned professionals looking to expand their careers. It is particularly well-suited for international students seeking an English-language MBA in Israel, as well as for anyone eager to gain firsthand exposure to the Israeli business sector and the country's renowned venture and startup ecosystem. By examining innovation from multiple perspectives - entrepreneurial, financial, and ecosystem-level - the program equips graduates to take on diverse roles across the venture capital and startup landscape.