Executive MBA

A first-class MBA preparing experienced professionals for executive leadership roles in a technology-driven world. The London-based Executive MBA (EMBA) is a part-time program specially designed for experienced business professionals looking to accelerate their career either within an existing trajectory or by transitioning to a new business context or role. The program is delivered through a combination of online and in-person teaching, harnessing the benefits of blended learning while minimizing the number of days you need to spend away from the office.

Through a carefully curated Executive Leadership Journey, our Executive MBA ensures you develop strong leadership skills alongside core modules to help you master fundamental business topics, preparing you for senior general management positions. In your second year, you will build upon this knowledge, gaining specialist skills and expertise through our wide range of elective modules. You will also complete one-week international residencies in both the USA or China to better understand the global business environment. With a focus on leadership, technology and building your global network our Executive MBA is your first-class ticket for success.

Deadline for applications

• Monday 22 April 2024
• Monday 17 June 2024
• Monday 12 August 2024
• Monday 21 October 2024

Start date

• January 2025 (exact date TBC)

What We Look for in an Executive MBA Candidate

Our ideal candidates are ambitious and proactive leaders with a particular interest in the power of technology and innovation. We look for individuals with previous business experience who can leverage their networks and resources, demonstrating strong leadership potential and a track record of driving innovation and collaboration.

The Executive MBA (EMBA) is a 22-month part-time programme designed for leaders in a technology-driven world. The EMBA's unique blend of on-campus learning and online study tools will give you a thorough knowledge of essential business disciplines, opportunities to specialise in your areas of expertise and experiences to develop your global perspective on business.

How will I be learning on the Executive MBA?

You will take part in three sessions on campus every four weeks on Fridays and Saturdays.

Programme overview

• Online pre-study modules
• Induction - compulsory
• Core 1 modules*
• Executive Leadership Journey
• Exams
• Core 2 modules**
• Exams
• Electives
• International residencies
• Final Project

*As part of your Executive MBA programme, you will complete core modules that cover the general functions of management, explore essential business topics and equip you with the skills to be an effective and inspiring leader in your field. Each module provides you with a solid grounding in business theory and practice. The emphasis is on applied learning, giving you a chance to test your understanding through case studies and simulations. You will be placed in diverse syndicate groups. These groups consist of students from a variety of cultural and industry backgrounds to ensure that you gain the widest possible perspective from the MBA experience.

• Accounting and Corporate Reporting Analysis
• Managerial Economics
• Marketing Management
• Organisational Behaviour

Each module provides you with a solid grounding in business theory and practice. The emphasis is on applied learning, giving you a chance to test your understanding through case studies and simulations. You will be placed in diverse syndicate groups. These groups consist of students from a variety of cultural and industry backgrounds to ensure that you gain the widest possible perspective from the MBA experience.

• Corporate Finance
• Corporate Innovation and Intrapreneurship
• Responsible Leadership and Corporate Success
• Strategy

Study for your MBA at a world-leading university

• 3rd in Europe (Imperial College London, Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024)
• 6th in the world (Imperial College London, QS World University Rankings 2024)
• #1 city for students (London, QS Best Student City Rankings 2023)

As an Executive MBA student, you get complete access to Careers, including a personal career coach, throughout your studies and beyond. Whether you are pursuing an MBA to accelerate progression in your current industry or you wish to make a transition, Careers will provide extensive support and resources to support you on your MBA journey.