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Executive MBA
A 23-month part-time MBA for senior executives who want to harness frontier technology and lead effectively in the innovation-driven economy.
Key programme information
An Executive MBA with frontier technology at the core of the curriculum
The part-time Executive MBA combines executive-level management education with ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s strengths as a global science, technology, engineering, medicine and business (STEMB) institution. With the pace of innovation accelerating, our programme puts technology at the core of the curriculum, supporting leaders to harness digital disruption and get ahead in key areas including gen-AI and quantum computing.
Who is the Executive MBA for?
This programme is for accomplished leaders who want to author their next chapter in the age of technological transformation—as a board-level executive, founder, or strategic innovator.
Get immersed in a global deep-tech triangle, exploring fintech at ETH Zurich, deep tech at MIT in Boston and med tech at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.
Benefit from leadership coaching, a business retreat and a curated selection of modules to develop your managerial experience and prepare you for strategic positions and boardroom success.
Build a global network of senior contacts – our Executive MBA students have an average of 15 years’ experience and come from a variety of professional backgrounds and nationalities.
Keep your existing career on track while driving your career progression with our blended online and on-campus programme – reducing the number of days you need to spend away from the office.
#2
in the world (³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, QS World University Rankings 2027)
#2
in the world (Financial Times Online MBA rankings 2026)
#3
city for students (London, QS Best Student City Rankings 2027)
Hear from our Executive MBA students about their experience
The ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ advantage
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The Executive MBA is highly relevant to the realities senior leaders face today – navigating complexity, technological disruption and global uncertainty. The calibre of the faculty, the applied nature of the programme and the opportunity to learn alongside a highly experienced, diverse cohort made ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ a natural choice.
Programme content
The ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Executive MBA is a 23-month, part-time, blended programme for senior professionals with more than ten years of experience. It is designed for leaders who want to strengthen their strategic, analytical and leadership capability while continuing to work.
The curriculum draws on ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s strengths in STEMB and innovation, helping senior leaders understand the business applications and ethical implications of emerging technologies, such as generative AI and quantum computing.
This programme offers a unique blend of online preparation and in-class learning to accommodate the busy schedules of senior executives. The online preparation is split into blocks of up to one hour, which you can complete at your own pace.
In your first year, you will attend campus approximately every three to four weeks on a Friday and Saturday for core modules that cover key business disciplines. You will also benefit from a curated programme of expert-led sessions, connecting you with world-class practitioners on the themes shaping modern leadership — from AI to sustainability and beyond.
In your second year, you can deepen your knowledge through elective modules and complete an immersive Capstone project from a digital hub, such as Malaga or Lisbon.
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Programme structure is subject to change and will be confirmed prior to the programme start date.
Discover more about the programme
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Core content
Programme preparation
Through a combination of online pre-study modules and our on-campus induction week, you will get to know your peers and be ready to maximise the benefits of the programme.
Pre-study modules Online
December/January
Before your programme starts, you will be expected to complete online pre-study modules. These will be available on Canvas, our virtual learning environment (VLE), and include primers in key areas including data analysis, finance, accounting, maths.
Induction week On campus
21-23 January 2027
Your Executive MBA induction will take place on our South Kensington Campus in London. This three-day induction will lay the foundations of your Executive MBA experience and provide the opportunity to meet the rest of your cohort and faculty of the Executive MBA.
Core modules
Our core modules will develop your existing knowledge and ensure you have a confident grasp of all business areas. This includes accounting, marketing, economics and organisational behaviour.
You will attend lectures at our campus in South Kensington, approximately every three to four weeks. These will take place all day on Friday and Saturday, for 11 out of 12 months in your first year. In June and December, an additional two days will be added for core module exams.
Each core module is assessed via some combination of exam, coursework (either group or individual) and class participation.
Accounting and Corporate Reporting Analysis
January-June
This module builds the critical skills you need as business leaders, including understanding the language of accounting, and mastering financial analysis in day-to-day and strategic decision-making. It focuses on how business performance is measured and how business decisions can be structured and analysed. You will also learn how to use accounting for financial management and reporting, and examine the relevance of financial and management accounting techniques to broader issues, such as decision-making and management control in organisations.
Corporate Finance
August-December
This module will provide you with a foundation in the theoretical tools to analyse modern financial markets and the decisions of corporate firms. Firstly, we will cover the role that financial markets play in the economy and the role of financial intermediation. Then, the module is divided into two parts.
Part one: Valuation
This part explains how companies select and value assets that they want to invest in (the left-hand side of the balance sheet), with topics such as present value techniques and valuation of securities, bonds and stocks.
Part two: Financing and Risk Management
This part explores how companies finance their activities and manage risk. It examines the factors influencing “optimal” capital structure. It also looks at how these factors create value on the right-hand side of the balance sheet.
Corporate Innovation and Intrapreneurship
August-December
This module provides a unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge, skills and experience in understanding innovation at industry and company level and setting up processes and procedures to foster corporate innovation.
You will be guided through different strategies implemented by new ventures. You will also explore how corporates adopt ideas from the entrepreneurship community, such as acceleration, incubation and venture capital, as tools for corporate renewal during the live sessions.
You will embark on a live experience through negotiating a term sheet. This is typically used in corporate entrepreneurship and venture capital environments.
Economics for Business
February-June
This module aims to equip you with the tools and concepts economists use to understand how market conditions are determined and analyse the impact of the economic environment on business performance.
By the end of the module, you will develop an understanding of economic forces and be able to apply economic analysis to problems related to business strategy and managerial decision-making.
Emerging Tech for Executives: Quantum, Climate, Ledger & Beyond
August-December
This module offers a structured, accessible introduction to some transformative emerging technologies like quantum computing, distributed ledger technologies (DLT/blockchain), climate technologies and risk management tools — alongside a deep dive into the risks and opportunities they create across sectors. This module demystifies each technology by starting with the fundamentals.
Leveraging Generative AI for Sustainable Business Value
January-June
This module will give you a fresh perspective on how Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming the way businesses operate, from automating complex tasks to enhancing decision-making and innovation. You will explore GenAI's capabilities, examine practical insights into its business integration and applications, and gain hands-on experience through case-based learning and interactive classes.
Marketing Management
January-June
This module develops a general management approach to making, planning and evaluating marketing decisions, from both strategic and tactical perspectives.
You will learn how to think critically about marketing, how to use the marketing toolkit to gain a competitive advantage, learn about the product life cycle and how to build customer relationships, as well as retain their loyalty. We will talk about branding, channels and promotions, and explore the opportunities presented by traditional and digital marketing communications.
Organisational Behaviour
January-June
This module covers the major factors that shape organisational behaviour and effectiveness. You will analyse organisational behaviour at three levels - the micro (individual), the meso (team) and the macro (organisational). You will also examine how activities at each level contribute to organisational performance and effectiveness and acquire the necessary tools to design organisations that thrive in unpredictable environments.
Responsible Leadership and Corporate Success
August-December
This module looks at individual aspects of leadership, organisation-based aspects and personal action planning.
All through the module you will keep coming back to the question of ethical responsibilities and spend time thinking through the challenge of responsible leadership. You will not only have a thorough awareness of the personal and social characteristics that shape you as a leader, but you will have a clear action plan for moving forward with your personal leadership.
Strategy
August-December
This module primarily focuses on ‘business strategy’: where and how a single business or a business unit of a larger corporation competes. It will also introduce ‘corporate strategy’ which is about how multi-business corporations should make decisions around the scope of the businesses in their portfolio.
While the prime focus is on firms participating in competitive markets, some ideas are relevant to other kinds of organisations, such as the not-for-profit sector.
Personalisation
Once you have completed the core modules you will have the opportunity to tailor your learning, choosing five electives to suit your interests and ambitions. We also offer a Final Project as an elective, where you’ll work on a real business problem and demonstrate your decision-making and leadership abilities.
You can choose from the following elective formats to fit into your schedule:
- online modules
- two-week: Monday & Tuesday (week 1), Thursday & Friday (week 2)
- block: Thursday afternoon, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday morning
Electives are assessed through coursework and class participation. You can also apply to sit in on an additional two electives for which you will not be assessed.
Elective options are shared across our range of MBAs, so you will have the opportunity to learn alongside the wider MBA community and expand your professional network.
Please note that our elective portfolio is reviewed and updated annually and so elective offerings are subject to change.
Electives
Analytics and Operations
January - December
- Big Data, AI & Machine Learning (On-campus)
- Business Analytics (On-campus)
- Data Analytics and Visualisation for Business
- Operations Management (Online)
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
January-December
- Design for Business Transformation
- Digital Business Model Design (On-campus)
- Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital (On-campus)
- The Entrepreneurial Journey
- Leading Social Innovation (On-campus)
- Venture Capital Finance (Online)
- Responsible AI: Ethics at Work​
Finance
January-December
- Asset Management (On-campus)
- Finance for Net Zero
- Finance in Cleantech
- Entrepreneurial Finance and Venture Capital (On-campus)
- Mergers and Acquisitions (On-campus and online)
- Pricing Strategy (On-campus)
- Private Equity (On-campus)
- Venture Capital Finance (Online)
Leadership and Organisation
January-December
- Decision Making for Leaders
- Family Business (On-campus)
- Leadership (On-campus)
- Leading and Executing Strategic Change (On-campus)
- Leading Social Innovation (On-campus)
- Strategy and Leadership in a Digital World (On-campus)
Marketing
January-December
- AI Strategies in Marketing Innovation and Consumer Behaviour
- Brand Management (On-campus)
- Marketing Analytics (On-campus)
- Pricing Strategy (On-campus)
- Sustainable Marketing & Consumption
- The Psychology of Sales: Mastering the Mindset to Drive Results
Strategy
January-December
- Breakout Strategy (On-campus)
- Design for Strategic Transformation
- Energy Business (On-campus)
- Global Strategy (Online)
- Shaping Frontier Markets
- Strategic Networking (On-campus)
- Strategy and Leadership in a Digital World (On-campus)
- Sustainability and Competitive Advantage (On-campus)
- Advanced Strategy in a Stakeholder Economy (Online)
- Digital Business (Online)
Final Project
The Final Project allows you to address a real business problem—you can focus on an issue facing your current employer or an industry of interest. You will produce a formal written report of up to 15,000 words, in the second year of the programme.
One of the most important elements of leadership is the ability to create, propose and defend ideas that add value, solve problems or leverage untapped opportunities. During the Final Project, you will demonstrate your analytical skills, developing a strategy and implementation plan that adds real value to your chosen business.
This is a great opportunity to demonstrate your decision-making and leadership abilities, and to highlight your potential as a senior business leader.
Global experiences
As an Executive MBA student, you will have ample opportunities to immerse yourself in new business environments to develop a global perspective.
Global experiences
Global Immersions
January-December | compulsory
You will complete three immersions developing your knowledge and understanding of deep tech and entrepreneurship ecosystems.
Our Global Immersions themes include:
Fintech & Business [Zurich] This is a three-day residency in collaboration with ETH Zurich, a leading tech university. It has an active financial hub and will give you an opportunity for a deep dive on fintech, including the digitalisation of financial assets.
Medtech & Business [London] This is a three-day immersive module at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, White City organised by ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ's Deep Tech Entrepreneurship Institute. You will immerse yourself into the medtech business which sprouts out of ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ and get familiar with entrepreneurial initiatives and medtech challenges.
Deep Tech and Business [Boston] This three-day immersion will take you to MIT in Boston to explore their new technical developments in deep tech, such as fusion technology, new materials and quantum, and how these will change business decisions in the future.
Destinations are subject to change. ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School reserves the right to alter the locations when required. As Global Immersions is compulsory, the cost of teaching, accommodation, local travel and some meals are included. However, you will be required to pay for flights, transfers and other meals.
Capstone
August-December
The Capstone module takes place in a European tech hub over a five-day period during your second year and provides a practical opportunity to apply the knowledge, frameworks and skills developed throughout the programme.
Working intensively in multi-disciplinary teams, you will be required to draw upon your analytical capabilities, strategic thinking and ability to operate effectively under time pressure. You will develop and defend a viable business case, evaluate the commercial potential of new ideas, and apply a structured approach to market research, industry analysis and entrepreneurial strategy.
Global Experience Week
Summer of year two | optional
Taking place over the Summer term of year two, Global Experience Week is an unforgettable opportunity to learn about the challenges local organisations face, and how their operations are impacted by their country’s business environment. Previous destinations have included the Nordics, Chile and Kenya.
Locations are subject to change. Specific dates and destinations for your cohort will be announced during the Autumn term. Global Experience Week is optional for Executive MBA students and the cost of this trip is not included in your tuition fees.
Global Exchanges
Summer of year two | optional
The optional Global Exchanges programme allows you to increase your international exposure and connect with a global community. You can also build your network by taking advantage of specialised electives at one of our partner schools.
Professional development
Over the course of the programme, our world-class faculty will help you develop a greater understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, gaining the confidence and self-awareness to be a successful leader in any business context. You will also have full access to our dedicated Careers service to guide you throughout the programme and beyond.
Executive Leadership Journey
The year-long Executive Leadership Journey will enhance your awareness of your own and others’ strengths. You will work closely with an external Executive Coach throughout. Together, you will develop a plan for your future career trajectory and build essential leadership skills.
Whether you want to accelerate your career within your current organisation, or explore new opportunities, the Executive Leadership Journey will help you maximise your potential.
Blended learning
We have developed a unique blend of teaching for executive participants studying part-time alongside work. It combines online preparation with in-class learning, creating the UK’s first blended Executive MBA programme.
Our Executive MBA is designed from the ground up to accommodate the busy schedules of senior executives. It ensures that students receive the best possible learning experience within these constraints.
Our award-winning IDEA Lab and online tutors will ensure that you are supported through your whole learning journey.
You will be expected to complete approximately eight hours of online material per module prior to each campus weekend.
Each block of preparation is split into manageable chunks of up to one hour. These can be completed at a time and pace that best suits you. Throughout the online preparation blocks, there are discussion points which will be drawn upon during the in-class sessions, ensuring a direct connection between learning online and on campus.
Programme content FAQs
- How often will I have in-person teaching?
- How much time will I need to devote to studying?
- How is the programme assessed?
How often will I have in-person teaching?
You will attend lectures at our campus in South Kensington, approximately every three to four weeks. These will take place all day on Friday and Saturday, for 11 out of 12 months in your first year. You will be expected to complete approximately eight hours of online material per module prior to each campus weekend.
In June and December, an additional two days will be added for exams.
How much time will I need to devote to studying?
Our programmes are intensive periods of study. For each module, you will be expected to complete approximately 12-20 hours of class time.
Contact hours form only part of the activity that you will be asked to undertake. You will need to spend three hours studying for every one hour in the classroom, devoting that time to:
- preparing for lectures
- undertaking background reading
- working in groups
- completing assessments (both individual and in groups)
- revising for exams
A significant amount of time will be allocated to career planning and development. You’ll also be expected to contribute actively to the Business School community.
How is the programme assessed?
Each module is assessed via some combination of exam, coursework (either group or individual) and class participation.
Careers and employability
Dedicated support for every step of your MBA journey
Careers support on the Executive MBA is tailored for senior professionals preparing for the next phase of their leadership development. Through one-to-one and group coaching, together with a wide range of leadership and career development sessions, you will refine your goals and build a personalised plan for the programme and beyond. Whether you are aiming to advance within your current industry or make a career transition, support is shaped around your individual ambitions.
You will also benefit from access to pre-study Careers sessions and resources, enabling you to begin the programme with clarity and momentum.
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77%
changed role after graduation
(Employment outcomes refer to the Executive MBA Class of 2024)
37k
business school alumni network
260k
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The Executive MBA changes your thought process – you are armed with frameworks that guide your approach to challenges and opportunities in the workplace. Also, because a lot of the teaching is case-based, you are able to apply your learnings to specific real-life scenarios.
Additional careers and employability information
Support you receive
Lifelong careers support for experienced professionals
As an Executive MBA student, you will have access to Business School Careers throughout your studies. You can book appointments with Careers Consultants who offer sector-specific expertise and can help you prepare for opportunities in your chosen field.
Support may include:
- job search strategy
- CV and LinkedIn reviews
- interview preparation
- networking strategies
- sector-specific advice
After graduation, you will continue to benefit from lifelong access to one-to-one appointments with a Careers Consultant within the Business School, enabling you to develop and refine a holistic professional development plan at every stage of your career.
Executive Leadership Journey
Executive career coaching
The Executive Leadership Journey (ELJ) module has three key aims:
- developing greater awareness of your own strengths, as well as your areas for growth, while strengthening your understanding of others;
- enabling you to reflect on, develop and apply your leadership styles effectively;
- supporting you in building a career that aligns with your motivations, within the broader context of your Executive MBA journey.
The ELJ module is delivered through a combination of assignments, psychometric assessments, one-to-one and group coaching, workshops and webinars.
ELJ class sessions explore a range of topics, which may include:
- developing your leadership style
- coaching and feedback skills for leading in a digital world
- handling conflict
- presenting with impact
These sessions complement the faculty-led Responsible Leadership course. Executive coaching can also provide a space to reflect on the themes, actions and challenges that emerge from these sessions in relation to your own leadership practice.
Executive and Career Coaching
As an Executive MBA student, you will work with a dedicated Executive and Career Coach throughout the programme to clarify your goals, strengthen your leadership capabilities and support your career development. You will benefit from six one-to-one executive coaching sessions across the two years of the programme.
As part of this process, you will complete psychometric assessments, including a 360-degree feedback element. Your results will be debriefed with your dedicated Executive and Career Coach, helping you deepen your self-awareness and define clear leadership and career goals.
Group Coaching
You will also take part in group coaching sessions with your peers, facilitated by Executive and Career Coaches. Topics may include developing coaching skills as a senior leader, experiencing group coaching in practice and learning how to give and receive feedback effectively in group settings.
Presenting with impact
Our blended communications skills training will allow you to explore storytelling techniques and audience-centred design principles, supported by practical models and insights from experienced practitioners who contribute to the programme.
You will have opportunities to practise a key business presentation, personal leadership story or career pitch, supporting both your professional development and your networking confidence.
Executive Leadership Journey Retreat
At the Executive Leadership Journey Retreat, you will come together with your peers to reflect on your individual development so far. The retreat offers an opportunity to consider the next steps in your career strategy alongside experienced practitioners and guest speakers.
Networking opportunities
Business Leader Speaker Series
In the Business Leader Speaker Series, distinguished figures come to campus to share their practical leadership experience and cutting-edge ideas to transform business and society. Diversity is a key element of this series and speakers come from different sectors, including business, politics and society.
Leadership in Action
In the Leadership in Action series, distinguished figures share their practical leadership experience and cutting-edge ideas to transform business and society. Diversity is a key element of this series, and speakers come from different sectors including business, politics and society.
Previous speakers include:
- Dr Catherine Bishop, Olympic Medallist and Diplomat
- Martyn Jones, Former Head of Global Innovation at Deloitte
- Andreas Coscelli, Executive Director of the Competition and Markets Authority
- Jacob Nell, Chief UK Economist at Morgan Stanley
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ alumni network
As an ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School student, you will have access to over 37,000 alumni spanning more than 150 countries. The alumni network offers international connections and access to business leaders across all industry sectors.
International networks
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School has built extensive international connections. Our Global Hubs in Asia-Pacific (APAC) and Europe, deliver a variety of region-specific events, workshops and career development advice, along with industry-specific information, employment opportunities and networking connections.
We also offer extensive online resources for students seeking international opportunities and host workshops for international students wishing to work in the UK after graduation.
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Find out more about the Executive Leadership Journey
Class profile
The ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Executive MBA Class of 2027
Our reputation as a world-leading university attracts high calibre executives from across the world. You will join a cohort of senior peers who bring different perspectives from their broad range of experiences - from Banking, Pharma and Tech, to Professional Services and the Public Sector. When you graduate you will join a 260,000 strong ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ alumni network.
At a glance
15
average years’ work experience
39
average age
42%
female students
19
nationalities represented
Find out more about the people who study on our Executive MBA
Meet the Executive MBA Class of 2027
Additional class profile information
Class of 2027 nationalities
Our students come from all over the world.
- 32% United Kingdom
- 29% Europe
- 23% Africa/Middle East
- 13% Asia/Pacific
- 3% Americas
Class of 2027 sectors
29% | Banking/Finance
26% | Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare
13% | IT/Tech/Telecoms
9% | Consulting/Professional Services
9% | Media/Entertainment
8% | Other
6% | Government/Public Sector
Admissions and entry requirements
Our Executive MBA attracts a diverse range of individuals with varied backgrounds. At ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ we take a holistic approach to admissions, and we look for well-rounded candidates who will contribute to an enriching, international learning experience. This means that as well as your professional experience and qualifications, we also consider who you are, what motivates you and how you collaborate with others.
Applications for our January 2027 intake are open.
Start dates
January 2027
Next application deadline
27 October 2026
4 days remaining
Additional admissions and entry requirements information
Entry requirements
A minimum of ten years’ work experience
Typically, we are looking for candidates with at least ten years’ relevant postgraduate work experience. In exceptional circumstances we may consider candidates with less than ten years’ experience.
Your work experience should include evidence of significant management experience (minimum five years), which may include line, project or matrix management.
Academic requirement
You need at least a UK Second Class Honours or the international equivalent, or one of the following professional qualifications:
- full membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in the UK or Ireland (ICAEW, ICAS or Chartered Accountants Ireland)
- full membership of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accounting (CIPFA)
- Associateship or Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- full membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
English language requirement
All home, EU and overseas applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. Students who were not awarded their degree in a qualifying English-speaking country must demonstrate their proficiency by completing an approved English language qualification at the required level. Minimum test requirements for the most popular tests are:
IELTS (academic): A minimum score of 7.0 with minimum scores of 6.5 in all elements.
TOEFL iBT:
- Tests taken before 21 January 2026: a minimum score of 100 overall with minimum scores of 22 in all elements.
- Tests taken after 21 January 2026: we accept an overall score of 5.0 with minimum scores of 5.0 in all elements.
We will accept both scores for a period of two years.
Duolingo English Test: 125 overall with no less than 115 in any band score.
References
You will need to share the contact details of two professional referees. We recommend that one of the referees is your current line manager.
Please note we cannot accept references sent from personal or free email addresses, such as Gmail, Hotmail, Yahoo etc.
Essays
Essays are a vital part of your application. We advise you to be as specific as possible in your answers, to demonstrate the research you have done into your chosen career and highlight how studying with us will help you obtain your target role.
The questions for the Executive MBA programme are:
1. How do you expect the MBA programme to impact your career in both the short term and long term? (2500 characters, including spaces)
Please detail your immediate career goals (including the company or sector) upon graduation and your broader aspirations for the future, explaining how the skills, network and experiences gained from the MBA programme will help you achieve these objectives.
2. Why do you want to study at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School and how will you contribute to our community? (3500 characters, including spaces)
3. ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s values are Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence. Describe a time where you embodied one, or more, of these values and explain the impact it had. (3500 characters, including spaces)
Application process
We have provided a step-by-step walkthrough on how to apply for the Executive MBA programme, with comprehensive instructions to ensure you complete your application successfully and meet all the essential admissions requirements.
Step one: start your application online
Visit the application portal and create an account by completing your personal details. Our online application form gives you the flexibility to save your progress and complete your application in your own time.
Step two: submit your supporting documents
- current resume/CV: you can view a here for guidance
- personal statement (see blog for tips on how to write a personal statement)
- complete degree transcripts with English translation if necessary (view international entry requirements)
- contact details of two professional referees including their company/business email address - we recommend that one should be your current line manager
- essay questions
- English language scores (if required i.e. TOEFL, IELTS. View English language requirements)
Step three: complete your application
Once you have submitted your supporting documents you can complete your application with the £150 application processing fee. Once your application has been submitted your referees will receive a notification to provide your reference.
Step four: interview and admissions decision
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 30-minute online interview, which will take place during the scheduled interview weeks for the round in which you have applied. This is the best opportunity for you to demonstrate your passion and drive, and why you want to study the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Executive MBA.
Application decisions will be communicated by the decision date for the round in which you applied.
Please refer to our key dates and deadlines for more information on timeframes.
If admitted to the programme, you will be invited to the MBA Admit Weekend in London.
Key dates and deadlines
Applications for January 2027 entry are now open.
We operate a staged admissions process with multiple deadlines throughout the year. Scholarship funding is allocated to strong candidates in every round. Early applications are encouraged, as you will benefit from plenty of time to prepare for your MBA and you will be invited to attend our admitted student events.
All deadlines provided below are by 23:59 (UK time) on the date listed.
Deadlines for January 2027 entry
Admissions round 1 for January 2027 entry Closed
| Application submission | 24 February 2026 | Closed |
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| Interview dates | 2 - 6 March 2026 | |
| Application decision | 27 March 2026 | |
| Scholarship decision | 17 April 2026 |
Admissions round 2 for January 2027 entry Closed
| Application submission | 28 April 2026 | Closed |
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| Interview dates | 11 - 15 May 2026 | |
| Application decision | 22 May 2026 | |
| Scholarship decision | 5 June 2026 |
Admissions round 3 for January 2027 entry Closed
| Application submission | 9 June 2026 | Closed |
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| Interview dates | 22 - 26 June 2026 | |
| Application decision | 3 July 2026 | |
| Scholarship decision | 17 July 2026 |
Admissions round 4 for January 2027 entry Closed
| Application submission | 14 July 2026 | Closed |
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| Interview dates | 27 - 31 July 2026 | |
| Application decision | 14 August 2026 | |
| Scholarship decision | 28 August 2026 |
Admissions round 5 for January 2027 entry Closed
| Application submission | 8 September 2026 | Closed |
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| Interview dates | 21 - 25 September 2026 | |
| Application decision | 2 October 2026 | |
| Scholarship decision | 16 October 2026 |
Admissions round 6 for January 2027 entry Closed
| Application submission | 13 October 2026 | Closed |
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| Interview dates | 26 - 30 October 2026 | |
| Application decision | 6 November 2026 | |
| Scholarship decision | 20 November 2026 |
Admissions round 7 for January 2027 entry Open
| Application submission | 27 October 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Application decision | 20 November 2026 |
Admissions round 8 for January 2027 entry
| Application submission | 1 December 2026 | |
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| Application decision | 11 December 2026 |
What we look for
We are looking for ambitious and proactive leaders who are passionate about the transformative potential of technology and innovation. Our ideal candidates have a proven track record of driving innovation and collaboration, leveraging their previous business experience, networks and resources to demonstrate strong leadership potential.
Admissions and entry requirements FAQs
- What are the international entry requirements?
- Do I need to submit Graduate Admissions Test results with my application?
- How do I submit my official Graduate Admissions Test results?
- How long will you accept the old GMAT Exam results for?
- When will I receive a decision on my application?
- My application has been unsuccessful; can I have some feedback?
- Can I defer my offer?
- As an international student, what type of UK visa will I need to join this part-time MBA programme in London?
- Can I apply for a Student Visa to complete this programme?
What are the international entry requirements?
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for postgraduate study at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ.
We review our requirements annually. Updates usually happen in September each year before the next academic year of entry.
If your country or region is not listed, please contact the relevant Admissions team for further information.
Do I need to submit Graduate Admissions Test results with my application?
GMAT / Executive Assessment / GRE is not required for admission to this programme.
However, if you have already sat or intend to take GMAT (old or new test), Executive Assessment or GRE, you are welcome to submit your results. This may add weight to your application, particularly if you feel your degree does not reflect your academic potential.
How do I submit my official Graduate Admissions Test results?
To submit a GMAT or Executive Assessment score, you must request for it to be shared with ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School online using the code S22-7S-16. Please note that you do not need to send a hard copy unless requested.
To submit a GRE score, you must request for it to be shared with ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Business School online using the code 0121.
How long will you accept the old GMAT Exam results for?
GMAT Exam scores will remain valid for five years from your appointment date.
When will I receive a decision on my application?
We have a series of admissions rounds throughout the year. For more details about application and decision deadlines please refer to our key dates and deadlines above.
My application has been unsuccessful; can I have some feedback?
Please email the Recruitment & Admissions team if you would like feedback on your application. Please note that whilst limited feedback can be provided, the decision of the academic selectors is final. It will not be possible for your application to be reconsidered.
Can I defer my offer?
You may request to defer your place for one academic year by writing to the Recruitment & Admissions team.
Deferrals are considered on a case-by-case basis and in order to be considered for a deferral, payment of the tuition fees deposit is required. Where possible, requests to defer should be submitted no later than three months before the programme start date.
Please be aware, if you defer your place your tuition fees and deposit amount may differ from the year you applied in and any scholarships granted cannot be carried over.
As an international student, what type of UK visa will I need to join this part-time MBA programme in London?
If you are coming to ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ for a short period of study, and you do not already hold immigration permission that allows you to study the in-person requirements of the course, then you may need to enter the UK under the Standard Visitor route.
The Standard Visitor route allows students to come to the UK for a period of up to six months in order to undertake a short course of study. If you are offered a place on the programme, our team will provide all the relevant visa information and guide you through the process. Additional information can be found on our Visas and Immigration page.
Can I apply for a Student Visa to complete this programme?
Students on this programme do not qualify for sponsorship under a Student Visa, as it is designed for professionals who are already working in some capacity. All international students taking this programme will have to undertake any face-to-face elements on visitor permission (unless they already hold some other form of permission to be in the UK).
Fees and funding
Choosing to pursue an MBA is one of the most important decisions you will make and is a substantial investment in yourself and your career.
Many of our students fund their studies through multiple funding sources. We offer a wide range of scholarships to the most talented applicants. We’ve also provided information about the different financing options available to you.
Fees for both UK and international students are the same. *The non-refundable confirmation deposit counts towards the cost of the programme.
At a glance
£84,500
Fee
£8,450*
Deposit
Additional fees and funding information
Financing your MBA
Many of our students fund their studies through multiple funding sources, combining personal resources with education loans and scholarships. We have listed some of the options for you below.
Please note that we do not act as a credit broker to any of the loan providers listed below and are not responsible for providing the loan or assessing your eligibility. Further details of eligibility requirements, interest rates, and other key terms of the loan are available by visiting their respective websites.
Funding options
Postgraduate Master’s Loan
If you are a UK or EU student who meets certain criteria, you can apply for the from the UK government.
US Federal Loans scheme
The US Federal Loans Scheme allows various different types of loans to assist students with the cost of their studies.
Lendwise
is a specialist loan provider dedicated to education finance for ambitious students looking to fund their postgraduate studies at top universities. All nationalities are eligible to apply, and applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Low interest rate loans
Individual banks, building societies and other lenders offer study loans.
Employer sponsorship
Some of our students are either wholly or partly sponsored by their employers. To gain the support of your employer to sponsor your MBA studies, it’s important to build a strong business case that demonstrates how the programme can help not only you but your organisation.
You need to persuade your employer that funding your education would be a good business investment.
Top tips:
- clarify your career goals
- identify your company policy
- speak to colleagues who have been sponsored
- decide on the kind of sponsorship you want from your employer
- invite your employer to find out more about the programme
Find out more about company sponsorship
Personal resources
You should consider what personal resources are available to you and evaluate your income, assets and your lifestyle expenses. Personal resources reduce your dependency on loans and other financing options.
Further funding options for UK residents
For UK residents, you can find further information on financial assistance to support your learning, at the UK government website or contact 0800 100 900.
Paying your fees
Full information on how to pay your fees will be communicated after you have accepted your offer. To secure your place, a deposit of 10% of the tuition fee is required. This is part of the full tuition fee and not an additional cost.
Tuition fees cover:
- the length of the programme
- core reading and study materials
Fees do not cover:
- accommodation and expenses in London
- costs incurred as part of optional internships or exchanges
- supplementary texts and study materials
- Careers Club membership (£10 per club for the year)
Receiving your invoice
You will receive an email invoice from the Tuition Fees team and will need to pay the 10% deposit within 30 days of receiving this invoice. Failure to pay this in time may result in your offer being withdrawn.
Making your payment
You can pay your MBA tuition fees in one instalment per academic year, or in two instalments per academic year as set out in a Regulated Credit Agreement - this option is only available if you are self-funding. Further information on paying in instalments can be found in our postgraduate payment terms.
Applicable scholarships
Fees and funding FAQs
- Can I pay in instalments?
- I’d like more information regarding the Careers and Professional Development (CPD) loan, who should I contact?
- Who do I contact if I have questions regarding my deposit/tuition fee invoice?
- What information do I need to provide to ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ if I am being sponsored by my company?
- I am being fully sponsored; do I still need to make a deposit payment?
- My company is offering a tuition fee reimbursement scheme, how does this work?
- My company is offering a salary sacrifice scheme, how does this work?
- Can I still apply for scholarships if I am being sponsored by my company?
Can I pay in instalments?
Self-funded students have the option to pay their fees in instalments. You will be told about this option when you respond to your offer. For further information about the instalment plan, please contact our Tuition Fees team.
I’d like more information regarding the Careers and Professional Development (CPD) loan, who should I contact?
Please contact the Tuition Fees team with any queries you have regarding the CPD Loan.
Who do I contact if I have questions regarding my deposit/tuition fee invoice?
Please contact the Tuition Fees team with any queries regarding your deposit or tuition fee invoice.
What information do I need to provide to ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ if I am being sponsored by my company?
You will need to provide us with an original, dated and authorised letter that confirms the following:
- your name and College Identifier Number
- the full name and entry year of the programme for which you have been offered a place
- the amount of fees which will be paid by your sponsor
- the full name and address to which the invoice should be sent
- any Purchase Order number required for payment to be effected
- confirmation that the fees will be sent directly to ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ
You will need to email a copy of this letter to tuition.fees@imperial.ac.uk copying business.school@imperial.ac.uk into the email. Please note that until your sponsorship award has been formally confirmed by your sponsoring organisation and accepted by ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, your tuition fees will remain your financial responsibility.
I am being fully sponsored; do I still need to make a deposit payment?
You will be responsible for paying the deposit until we receive a sponsorship letter that confirms that you are being sponsored for 100% of the tuition fee payment, and this has been reviewed and approved by the Tuition Fees team. If you do not pay the deposit within the deadline you risk losing your place.
If you pay the deposit before we receive the sponsorship letter confirming full funding, you will be entitled to a refund for the amount you have paid.
My company is offering a tuition fee reimbursement scheme, how does this work?
If your company is paying the fees directly to you for you to make payment to us, then the agreement is between you and your company, not you and ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. We do not need to receive a sponsorship letter from you.
My company is offering a salary sacrifice scheme, how does this work?
This will be an agreement between you and your company. We do not need to receive a sponsorship letter from you.
Can I still apply for scholarships if I am being sponsored by my company?
Yes. Scholarships are awarded as a reduction to your tuition fees so you can still be considered for a scholarship if you are being sponsored by your company.
Meet your faculty
Our faculty are thought-leaders in the field of business. They combine theoretical knowledge from their cutting-edge research with the latest practical insights. These insights come from their extensive work with industry and government.
The majority of our Executive MBA faculty are doctorate-degree holders. They have experience of consulting or working for major companies. These include the Boston Consulting Group, BP, EDF, Ernst & Young, the European Commission and more.
*Faculty members teaching on this programme are subject to change.
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Chair in Entrepreneurship
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Head of the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship
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Professor of Finance
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Associate Dean, Education Pedagogy and Innovation
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Principal Lecturer (Teaching)
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Professor of Practice
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Associate Professor of Marketing Strategy
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Professor of Organisational Behaviour
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Professor of Digital Strategy and Innovation
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Associate Professor of Marketing
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