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The University of Edinburgh: Executive Master of Business Administration MBA
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Business School View department profile |
| Web | https://www.business-school.ed.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This flagship programme is designed to fit around work so you can build your capability for incisive analysis, innovation, and strategic leadership, and support your progression into senior leadership roles. The Executive MBA is a taught programme delivered by experienced internal and visiting faculty, and complemented by guest practitioner speakers from industry and the professions. Over 28 months, the Executive MBA combines short intensive bursts of classroom interaction with online support.
Successful businesses in the future will be those that can confidently and capably steer a path through a world characterised by intense competition, rapid technological development, and economic turbulence.
Businesses need leaders who can think and act strategically in this volatile environment, managing the risk and challenges involved, but also spotting and seizing opportunities for efficiency, innovation and new business models. Businesses also need leaders who will act responsibly in delivering value to all stakeholders.
What will I learn? The Edinburgh MBA will prepare you to progress with confidence into leadership roles in this new world.
On the programme we will deepen your understanding of:
how businesses and markets work how value is created through innovation and marketing how strategies are crafted how value is delivered efficiently and effectively how businesses are financed how performance is measured how organisations should be governed, managed and led through change We will develop your ability to think strategically and beyond disciplinary silos. Successful leadership also requires accomplished interpersonal skills to bring about change in organisations. Through coaching and skills training, we will work with participants to understand their leadership strengths and weaknesses and provide support for improvement.
MBA (Executive)
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
About the University of Edinburgh Business School
The University of Edinburgh Business School sits at the heart of the University, ranked 22nd in the world (QS, 2024), and of Scotland’s magnetic capital city. The Business School upholds a long tradition of top-grade teaching, stand-out research, and community connection, first welcoming students in October 1919. The Business School’s portfolio of postgraduate degrees explores critical themes that drive positive impact, including Climate Change Finance & Investment and Finance, Technology, & Policy. The MBA programme flexes to fit the needs of students, welcoming new members to an expansive, international network. With world-leading …
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