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of Business Administration Psychotherapy & Counseling 

(MBA.PC.Eng.)

120 ECTS credits. Language: English.
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Study MBA in Psychotherapy & Counseling

You can complete your MBA in Psychotherapy & Counseling at Cosmopolitan-Institute.com as a fully flexible, online program. Enjoy maximum freedom and autonomy in your studies, with access to an innovative blend of interactive learning formats, live or on-demand video sessions, and personal support—designed to cater to high-performing professionals seeking meaningful career elevation.

Psychotherapy & Counseling – An MBA With Purpose

The MBA in Psychotherapy and Counseling combines advanced management skills with in-depth expertise in psychotherapy, psychology, and counselling. This specialised programme is designed for ambitious professionals who wish to pursue a career in mental health, counselling psychology, or who want to integrate psychotherapeutic approaches into their existing practice.

It is equally valuable for executives who aim to strengthen their leadership, team management, and client communication skills. The programme places strong emphasis on personal growth and the development of emotional intelligence, making it an excellent stepping-stone towards the prestigious Doctor of Psychotherapy (Dr.Ph.).

Programme Highlights

1. Management Skills

Develop core leadership competencies required at the executive level:

Organisational management
Team leadership
Strategic planning
Financial management
Marketing & business development
Crisis management

2. Psychotherapy & Counseling Techniques

Gain hands-on insights into modern therapeutic approaches, including:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic therapy
Humanistic and systemic methods
Evidence-based interventions for workplace and clinical settings

3. Applied Psychology & Communication

Build advanced psychological knowledge and interpersonal skills:

Understanding human behaviour in individual and organisational contexts
Effective communication and client management
Conflict resolution and crisis counseling
Maintaining ethical and professional integrity within a psychotherapy context

 Senior Professionals Choose This MBA

Adaptive delivery models:
pre-recorded lectures, live discussions, and collaborative digital communities.
Innovative tools for executive learners:
interactive simulations, peer networking, and on‑demand resources.
Seamless scheduling: tailor your pace—complete your degree in 12, 18, 24, 36, or up to 48 months, adapting to professional and personal commitments.
Flexibility:
Study 100% online, balancing professional and personal commitments without compromise. 
Global recognition:
Position yourself for leadership in psychotherapy & counseling - locally and internationally.

Study flexible

anytime and anywhere with 24/7 online exams, full- or part-time.

Learn innovatively

on your digital campus with your own AI study assistant and multimedia tools.

USA & EU - recognised

Benefit from an accredited degree with excellent career prospects.

Summary

Your study programme summed up

Study programme & degree

MBA.PC.Eng., from 120 ECTS credits
Language: en
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible

Application & starting date

Start from today, Online application, no application deadline

Study duration & extension

18, 24 and 36 months, depending on model Extension possible free of charge

Locations

Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant CIEAssistAI, exams online or at nearest examination centre

Study fees

Starting at 473€/month, depending on model Current discount campaign

Recognition & Approval

Study program is US & EU - approved, accredited & internationally renowned, from 120 ECTS - EN: ACTD, AAHEA & EAEA

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Study Program

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With our AI study assistant, CIEassistAI, you can reach your goals more effectively and successfully. Get 24/7 answers to your questions and check your level of knowledge. Syntea tracks your progress and shows you exactly which content you should revise. (CIEassistAI is currently being rolled out for all courses with a script.)

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Career

Why Enrol in the MBA in Psychotherapy & Counseling?

Earning this MBA positions you at the intersection of clinical expertise and strategic leadership. You’ll not only elevate your therapeutic and counselling knowledge—but also strengthen your executive capabilities in business, management, and organisational psychology. This combination offers a distinct competitive advantage, unlocking opportunities in senior management, consulting, and private practice, while preparing you for doctoral-level research.

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Head of Counseling Services

The Head of Counseling Services is a senior leadership professional responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of counseling and mental health support within an organization or institution. This role combines strategic leadership with clinical expertise, ensuring the delivery of high-quality psychological counseling, therapy programs, and wellness initiatives. The Head of Counseling Services develops and implements mental health strategies, supervises counseling staff, and ensures compliance with ethical and professional standards. Graduates with advanced degrees in psychotherapy, counseling psychology, or mental health management are ideally positioned for this career path. This position offers opportunities in universities, healthcare institutions, corporate wellness programs, and private counseling centers, where strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Executive Coach for C-Suite Leaders

An Executive Coach for C-Suite Leaders is a trusted advisor specializing in guiding CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and other top executives through the complexities of corporate leadership. This role focuses on enhancing strategic decision-making, emotional intelligence, communication skills, and organizational effectiveness at the highest level of management. Executive coaches help senior leaders unlock their full potential, overcome leadership challenges, and drive sustainable business growth. With expertise in leadership development, change management, and high-performance coaching, they support executives in strengthening company culture, managing stakeholder relations, and achieving long-term corporate success.

Corporate Mental Health Consultant

A Corporate Mental Health Consultant is a highly skilled professional specializing in workplace well-being, stress management, and organizational psychology. In this role, consultants design and implement mental health strategies that improve employee resilience, reduce burnout, and enhance overall productivity. They provide guidance on creating supportive work environments, offer training programs on emotional intelligence, and advise leadership teams on effective communication and conflict resolution. With expertise in corporate psychology, counseling, and human resource management, Corporate Mental Health Consultants help companies foster a healthy organizational culture, strengthen employee engagement, and meet compliance with workplace health standards. This career path is ideal for professionals seeking to combine expertise in mental health, counseling, and business consulting to make a lasting impact on employee performance and organizational success.


  • Shortening your period of study: Skip individual modules or whole semesters!
  • Save on tuition fees: You’ll save €30 for every recognised ECTS point

Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our online recognition form.

Send an email to info@cosmopolitan-institute.com to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. Make sure you send your application before the end of your 1-month trial. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies. However, we can no longer grant you a cost reduction after the end of the trial month.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements

We make it possible: At Cosmopolitan Institute of Education you can start your desired study programme - without NC, state-recognised, with or without a general A-level!

General admission requirements

  • Completed undergraduate degree in engineering or engineering-related subjects with at least 240 ECTS
  • Your degree must be from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university
  • You must have achieved a final grade of at least “satisfactory” or Grade C equivalent to the German grade “befriedigend” in your previous undergraduate degree

Alternatives to the minimum grade (60 ECTS credits)

If you have completed your bachelor's degree with a final grade of "sufficient" or grade D equivalent to the German grade “ausreichend” (up to 4.0), you can still be admitted to a master's or MBA programme. For this, you need:

  • A bachelor's degree (final grade 3.5 - 4.0) from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university and
  • Relevant academic achievements from a master's/MBA programme at a state or state-approved higher education institution/university, relevant to the desired master's/MBA programme with a minimum of 20 ECTS credits or
  • A relevant completed master's/MBA degree from a state or state-approved higher education institution/university or
  • Relevant qualifications outside of academia which can be credited to you such as further education/training at GQF7 level or – for foreign qualifications such as postgraduate diplomas – equivalent to GQF7 level relevant to the desired master's/MBA programme, with a minimum of 20 ECTS credits

Tip: If you apply for recognition, we can review your relevant achievements and, where possible, credit them towards your study programme in a relevant field.

Alternative admission requirements

  • with 240 ECTS from your undergraduate degree: direct access possible
  • with 210 ECTS from your undergraduate degree: complete courses totalling 30 ECTS or provide proof of at least one year of full-time work experience at the start of the programme (this must be acquired after completing your undergraduate degree. Work experience from a dual study programme cannot be used to make up for missing ECTS credits).
  • with 180 ECTS from your undergraduate degree: complete courses totalling 30 ECTS and provide proof of at least one year of full-time work experience at the start of the programme (this must be acquired after completing your undergraduate degree) or provide proof of at least two years of full-time work experience at the start of the programme (this must be acquired after completing your undergraduate degree. Work experience from a dual study programme cannot be used to make up for missing ECTS credits).

English language skills

Depending on your personal circumstances, you might be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency. Your skills would need to match the B2 level of the Common European Framework (CEF). We accept the following English language skills certificates*:

  • TOEFL (minimum 80 points) or
  • IELTS (minimum 6,0 points) or
  • Duolingo English Test (minimum 95 points) or
  • Cambridge Certificate (minimum Grade B)

Note: Proof must be provided before starting the study programme and must not be older than five years. Is English your native language, or have you graduated from an English-speaking school or institution of higher education? Then you do not need to prove your English language proficiency. Get in touch with our study advisors for more details.

*IU International University of Applied Sciences may accept other language certificates for English B2 (CEFR) at their discretion.

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