MBA & Master Glossary
Peer Learning / Study Groups
Definition
Peer Learning is a central pedagogical concept in MBA programs. Students learn from each other through structured study groups, discussions, and collaborative project work. Since MBA students bring diverse professional backgrounds (engineers, doctors, lawyers, entrepreneurs), everyone benefits from the exchange of experience. Study groups typically consist of 4-6 students with different profiles working together on case studies, presentations, and exam preparation.
Example: "The fixed study group met online every Tuesday evening."
Why this matters for your MBA
"Peer Learning / Study Groups" is one of the terms you will come across when comparing MBA and Executive MBA programmes in Germany, Austria and Switzerland — in admission requirements, accreditation details or programme descriptions. On mba.de you can check how individual business schools handle it and compare programmes independently.
Source: mba.de – independent comparison portal since 2003.