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51�Թ��’s Global Online MBA ranks first in the world for alumni salaries

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51�Թ��’s Global Online MBA ranks first in the world for alumni salaries

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51�Թ�� Business School has once again been recognised as one of the world’s leading providers of online business education, with its Global Online MBA ranked second globally and first in the UK in the latest Financial Times Online MBA Ranking. This year’s result is particularly notable as the ranking has expanded from 15 schools last year to 20 institutions globally.

The programme also rose to first place worldwide for salary three years after graduation, with alumni reporting an average salary of $253,733. The School retained its position as first in the world for international faculty, while the proportion of female students improved significantly, rising to sixth place globally from twelfth last year. 51�Թ�� also strengthened its position in the FT’s research ranking, moving up to second place from third.

These indicators reflect the Business School’s commitment to combining rigorous academic research with an inclusive and globally connected learning environment.

The Global Online MBA is designed for ambitious professionals seeking to develop leadership skills while continuing their careers. Delivered part-time through 51�Թ��’s dedicated digital learning platform, the programme blends cutting-edge technology with collaborative, interactive learning.

Within this online environment, a diverse global cohort engages with world-class faculty and industry experts. The platform integrates lectures, discussions, simulations and group projects, encouraging students to challenge established thinking and apply insights to real-world business challenges.

The Financial Times ranking is based largely on alumni outcomes, including salary progression, career development and overall satisfaction with the programme. As a result, the achievements of 51�Թ��’s Global Online MBA reflect not only the strength of the curriculum but also the success of its graduates.

Responses to the FT’s alumni survey highlighted the calibre, career progress and professional impact of 51�Թ�� graduates. Their achievements continue to strengthen the programme’s global reputation and reinforce its position among the world’s leading online MBA offerings.

The results demonstrate the value of sustained investment in digital learning innovation. The Global Online MBA represents a key element of 51�Թ��’s strategy to expand access to high-quality business education through flexible, technology-enabled teaching.

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Meet 51�Թ��’s Executive MBA Class of 2027

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Meet 51�Թ��’s Executive MBA Class of 2027

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Developing as a strategic leader through 51�Թ��’s Executive MBA Leadership Journey retreat

Valentina Amoroso and the Executive MBA Class of 2026 recently attended the Executive Leadership retreat, an immersive experience designed for reflection, coaching and applied leadership development.

1 April 2026 Features

The ultimate guide to choosing a part-time MBA at 51�Թ��

Part-time MBA programmes have grown in popularity as more professionals look for flexible ways to develop their skills while continuing to work. At 51�Թ��, options include the Weekend MBA, Global Online MBA and Executive MBA, each designed to fit around different schedules and career goals.

9 March 2026 Scholarship blog

Championing women in leadership with the Inspiring Women – Executive MBA Scholarship

Executive MBA student Pragya Joshi shares why she chose 51�Թ�� Business School, what receiving the Inspiring Women – Executive MBA Scholarship means to her, and how she hopes to champion greater female representation in senior leadership.

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The business world is evolving at a rapid rate. As organisations navigate AI integration and systemic change, the Executive MBA Class of 2027 reflects the evolving needs of modern business leaders. With a comprehensive curriculum designed to tackle this evolving landscape, our Executive MBA is designed specifically to equip established senior professionals with the insight, expertise and confidence to continue making a meaningful difference in their field . Supported by expert faculty and a powerful peer network, the Class of 2027 will graduate uniquely positioned not just to navigate change, but to lead it.

Welcoming the Executive MBA Class of 2027: a global cohort of senior professionals

At the start of the year, we welcomed a new and dynamic cohort of executive professionals to 51�Թ�� Business School’s Executive MBA programme. The Class of 2027 brings together 31 experienced professionals – 42% of whom are female – from a wide range of industries, backgrounds and countries. With an average of 15 years’ work experience across healthcare, finance, consulting, technology, media, government and real estate, and 19 nationalities represented, this eclectic mix creates dynamic classroom conversations.

Over the next 23 months, our executive professionals will enhance their leadership capabilities through a rigorous and tailored curriculum. Through conversation and collaboration, the Executive MBA will interweave the most up-to-date knowledge of emerging technologies with fundamental business topics to further enhance their careers.

Why senior professionals choose 51�Թ��’s Executive MBA

In our discussions, the new Executive MBA Class of 2027 chose our programme because they:

Are established in their careers and are ready to make a lasting impact as a leader.
Would benefit from a flexible, blended learning format that fits around an executive schedule and limits time away from the office.
Want to see the impact of learning in real-time, applying learning from Saturday into their business on Monday.
Are looking to strengthen self-awareness and strategic thinking skills.
Want exposure to global business settings and challenges through international residencies.
Are keen to explore the intersection of STEM, technology and business and how it is shaping organisations.
Want to advance their careers, supported by the most up-to-date business insights.
Value a diverse, multidisciplinary learning environment, learning alongside executive professionals from multiple industries.
Want access to a global network of experienced professionals.
Seek lifelong learning opportunities to stay up-to-date and create lasting impact.

We recently met with some of our business leaders from the Executive MBA Class of 2027 to discover the people behind the programme, from their career journeys to their motivations and why they ultimately chose to study with us.

Akin Akinyemi

Nationality: British
Company and job role: Bloomberg LP, Global Head of Quality Methods & Insights
Education: MEng Electronics & Electrical Engineering with Business Studies, University of Strathclyde; Engineering Doctorate System Level Integration, University of Edinburgh

How has your professional journey across industries prepared you for leadership?

My journey has been more diverse than I ever anticipated. I started at the intersection of healthcare and AI, researching machine learning for computer-aided medical diagnosis, before transitioning briefly into the energy sector as a software engineer.

For the last decade, however, I have worked in financial services in various data leadership roles. Today, I lead a function at Bloomberg where we are embedding industrial engineering techniques into our data manufacturing processes.

Why did you choose an Executive MBA at this stage of your career, and why 51�Թ��?

I’ve reached a pivotal point where my role has shifted from managing specialists to driving large-scale organisational transformation. While my technical foundation is solid, leading a transformation function at a global firm like Bloomberg requires a broader, multi-dimensional toolkit. I see the Executive MBA as the bridge to the next decade of my career, providing the intellectual rigour and diverse perspectives necessary to move from functional leadership to high-impact business leadership.

Having hired several 51�Թ�� engineering alumni throughout my career, I was already well-acquainted with the calibre of the community and the strength of the brand. I wanted to be part of an ecosystem that does not just teach management in a vacuum but understands how to harness technical innovation to solve real-world business challenges.

What are the benefits of balancing an Executive MBA with full-time work?

I view my organisation as a laboratory for the frameworks I’m learning in the classroom. Beyond applying strategy and design thinking to my own projects, I see my role as a 'multiplier'; taking the tools and insights gained at 51�Թ�� and sharing them to develop the talent around me. For instance, I’m already viewing our philanthropic initiatives through the lens of the Corporate Sustainability module, allowing me to contribute more strategically to our firm's broader social impact.

Ella Dehghani

Nationality: Iranian
Company and role: EllaVates, Founder
Education: MEng Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo; MSc Macromolecular Materials, KTH Royal Institute of Technology; Doctor of Science – Materials Science, ETH Zurich

Why pursue an Executive MBA at this stage of a senior healthcare career?

I’ve worked across pharmaceuticals, medtech, digital health and healthcare innovation, often at the intersection of science, business and policy. Today, my work focuses on strategic leadership in healthcare, alongside independent initiatives aimed at improving how health systems translate evidence into practice.

At this stage of my career, I am already operating at a senior level. My focus is increasingly on preventive healthcare and system-level change - moving upstream, where earlier intervention, better data use and smarter incentives can improve outcomes at scale.

What I need is not functional training, but space to sharpen judgment, challenge assumptions and strengthen how I lead across organisations and systems. The Executive MBA provides exactly that, without stepping away from practice.

Why is a STEM-focused Executive MBA advantageous for healthcare leaders?

Understanding technology and innovation is critical for leaders today, particularly in healthcare. Decisions increasingly shape not just organisations, but patient outcomes and population health. 51�Թ��’s science-driven environment supports a more responsible and informed approach to innovation.

How will the Executive MBA strengthen your leadership and decision-making skills?

For me, leadership is about creating clarity where systems are complex, making informed decisions with incomplete information and enabling others to do their best work. It is as much about responsibility and judgment as it is about direction.

Through the Executive MBA, I want to further strengthen my systems thinking, strategic decision-making in uncertainty and executive communication – particularly where science, regulation and business priorities intersect.

Alongside the strategy, leadership and innovation-focused modules, learning alongside experienced peers adds depth and realism to every discussion. It surfaces blind spots and challenges comfortable thinking in ways that are difficult to replicate elsewhere.

Eloina Pesce

Nationality: Italian
Company and role: Darktrace, VP Channel Sales EMEA
Education: BA in Marketing, Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca

What is your reason for pursuing an Executive MBA?

For the past six and a half years, I’ve been immersed in the cybersecurity industry at Darktrace. For that reason, pursuing an Executive MBA will serve a dual purpose. First, it’s about becoming a more well-rounded leader and ensuring that I can collaborate effectively across functions and speak the language of finance, operations, product and other critical areas of the organisation.

Second, it’s about preparation for the next chapter. As I look toward more senior leadership roles, I recognise that success at that level requires not just functional expertise but strategic thinking, financial acumen and the ability to lead holistically across the business. The Executive MBA is my investment in building that foundation now so that when the opportunity comes, I’m ready to step into it with confidence.

Which modules and leadership initiatives are you most looking forward to?

I’m particularly excited about the “Leveraging AI for Sustainable Business Value” module. Given the pace of AI adoption in my industry, this module feels incredibly timely, addressing how we move beyond experimentation to create genuine, sustainable value. Assessing AI initiatives through a holistic business lens – considering operational changes, ROI, risk and long-term viability – is a skill I want to develop further.

Beyond the classroom learning, I’m particularly excited about the leadership journey with our Executive Coaches. That kind of personalised development will directly influence how I show up as a leader: how I present to senior stakeholders, how I coach and develop my team and how I navigate complex interpersonal dynamics within the organisation.

How does learning with senior executive peers enhance the Executive MBA experience?

Learning alongside experienced executive peers is one of the most valuable aspects of the Executive MBA for me. The ability to discuss a complex business challenge with smart, accomplished professionals who come from completely different industries, opens perspectives I simply wouldn’t encounter in my day-to-day work in tech and cybersecurity.

Edmond Chan

Nationality: British
Company and role: Astellas, Global Medical Affairs Lead
Education: Doctorate of Medicine, 51�Թ��; Master in Science, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine; Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery, University of Dundee

What has your career journey in healthcare looked like to date?

I was trained as a kidney medicine specialist and worked in clinical practice before joining the pharmaceutical industry, which is where I’ve been for the last 13 years. I’m currently one of the global leads for the medical affairs function in Astellas Pharmaceuticals. My role bridges science and strategy in healthcare organisations, ensuring that accurate, evidence-based information is generated, communicated and applied in the industry.

What does being part of the 51�Թ�� Business School community mean to you?

I am very excited to be a part of the 51�Թ�� Business School global family. This strong and extensive network is one that I hope to rely on to find guidance and support for any future ventures. From potential new business partners, to nurturing future leaders who share the same aspirations as me, the community here really does show you the value of 51�Թ��.

Beyond career progression, what long-term impact do you think 51�Թ�� and the Executive MBA will have on you?

As a proud recipient of the 51�Թ�� LGBTQ+ Scholarship, I believe that studying at 51�Թ�� will ensure that inclusion is not merely talked about, but actively practised.

The Executive MBA will broaden my impact, strengthen my leadership within the pharmaceutical industry and allow me to drive meaningful change. Championing diversity and inclusion on top of this ensures that no one in our community feels that their identity is a barrier to success.

Pragya Joshi

Nationality: British
Company and role: Barclays Bank, VP – Communications & Engagement (Product Technology) (most recent)
Education: BA (Hon.) Journalism (Major), Economics and Political Science (Minor), Delhi University; MA International Relations as a Chevening Scholar from India, University of Leicester; MSc South Asian Studies, University of Oxford

How has your professional journey across strategy, technology and communications shaped your leadership perspective?

I have spent 17 years at the intersection of strategy, technology and communication across banking, consulting, fintech, research and media. In my most recent role, I served as VP of Communications & Engagement for the ProductTechnology division, partnering with CIOs on large-scale digital transformation.

What has shaped my perspective is navigating complexity - regulatory environments, cross-cultural stakeholder management and translating technical transformation into narratives that drive change. I have learned that the hardest problems are rarely technical; they are about alignment, clarity and bringing people along.

What made 51�Թ�� Business School stand out when researching Executive MBA

After evaluating other London-based programmes, 51�Թ�� consistently emerged as the strongest choice for me. It stood out because it is built for leaders who operate in environments where technology is not adjacent to strategy but embedded in it.

With expert faculty across AI, data science and engineering, the modular structure and its London location offered a compelling combination of academic depth and practical applicability. The Executive MBA felt designed for the world we are stepping into, not the one we are leaving behind.

Why was an Executive MBA the right choice at this stage of your career?

I’ve led communications, marketing and strategic initiatives across a wide range of industries. While I’m confident in the impact I can deliver today, I wanted to deepen my understanding of finance, data analytics and artificial intelligence - areas that now sit at the heart of strategic decision-making.

This stage of my career also demands strong judgment and balance. Managing senior leadership roles alongside raising a three-and-a-half-year-old has reinforced the value of focus, preparation and a sense of humour to make even the busiest weeks workable – if I can survive toddler negotiations, I can survive modular deadlines.

With this in mind, taking a purposeful career break to pursue an Executive MBA at 51�Թ�� felt like the right next step. The curriculum promises to accelerate my development and enable me to contribute confidently at board level and lead transformational programs with authority.

Abiy Solomon

Nationality: British
Company and role: UN Trade and Development, External Relations Officer
Education: BA (Hons) Politics with Business Management, Queen Mary University of London; MSc Development Studies, SOAS University of London; MSc Management of Intellectual Property, Queen Mary University of London

How has your employer supported your decision to pursue an Executive MBA at 51�Թ��?

The response from my employer has been very positive. Throughout my career, I have worked across intergovernmental organisations – most notably the United Nations – where I have contributed to policy research and analysis, project implementation and international consensus building. More recently, I have stepped into a new position as External Relations Officer.

In my role, there is a strong appreciation for the importance of continuous learning and leadership development, particularly in the complex geopolitical and rapidly evolving technological landscape. The Executive MBA is seen not only as an individual investment, but one that will strengthen my ability to contribute more thoughtfully and strategically in my professional role.

What are the benefits of learning alongside executive professionals from diverse sectors?

Coming from an intergovernmental and multilateral background, I am currently the only participant in my cohort with this type of industry experience. This makes the opportunity for cross-sectoral learning particularly valuable. I am keen not only to learn from peers in the private sector, but also to contribute a different perspective shaped by policy, diplomacy and international cooperation. This exchange helps challenge perceptions on both sides and ultimately leads to more nuanced, well-rounded leadership thinking.

Why are immersive global experiences important for senior leaders?

For leaders at this level, immersive global experiences provide the opportunity to step outside familiar environments and engage directly with different innovation ecosystems, leadership cultures and ways of thinking – all of which are critical when operating in complex, global settings.

Having witnessed first-hand the level of advancement, innovation and dynamism across the Global South, I see them as the next frontier for economic growth and investment and am keen to explore global experiences in these markets.

Sepideh Shokrpour

Nationality: Iranian
Company and role: Bloomberg Media, Director of Coalitions and Community Innovation
Education: BSc Embryology and Physiology; Monash University

How has your professional journey across business, media and social impact evolved so far?

My career has evolved across business development, strategy and community-led initiatives at the intersection of media, healthcare, finance and social impact . Having worked across Australia, Hong Kong, the United States and the UK, I’ve developed a global perspective on how organisations operate within complex systems.

I currently serve as Director of Coalitions and Community Innovation at Bloomberg Media, where I collaborate with a global network of CEOs, policymakers, subject matter experts and entrepreneurs to develop actionable solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing business and society, particularly in climate and health.

How will you leverage 51�Թ��’s global network and diverse Executive MBA community?

As organisations and industries continue to evolve at a record-breaking pace, staying intellectually agile requires exposure to perspectives beyond one’s immediate sector or role. Being part of a global network of ambitious, highly informed peers allows me to remain closely connected to how different sectors are adapting to change and how those insights can translate into immediate implementation in my work.

Over the long term, I see the 51�Թ�� community not just as a network, but as a living resource of people with whom I can exchange ideas, collaborate and continue learning well beyond the programme itself.

Tuncer Gulcicek

Nationality: Turkish
Company and role: BBVA London, Executive Director of Global Markets – Cross-Asset Sales & Coverage
Education: BSc Economics, Bilkent University; MSc Financial Engineering, Boğaziçi University

What has your professional background in global financial markets looked like?

My career spans two decades in global financial markets, with a strong focus on cross-asset solutions across FX, rates, credit and structured products.

I am currently an Executive Director at BBVA London in the Global Markets division, working as a cross-asset sales and coverage professional focused on Turkey, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. My role sits at the intersection of client coverage, structuring and strategic origination, helping financial institutions navigate balance-sheet, funding and risk-management challenges in complex and often volatile markets.

How does the Executive MBA enable immediate application of learning at work?

I view the programme as an integrated part of my professional development rather than a parallel activity. At this stage of my career, learning must be practical, immediately applicable and intellectually demanding. The Executive MBA allows me to build on experience rather than pause it, while providing structured reflection on leadership, strategy and transformation.

I expect to apply the learning directly to strategic client coverage, cross-border decision-making and team leadership. Whether it is framing complex problems more clearly, managing risk under uncertainty, or leading diverse teams, the programme offers tools that can be implemented immediately.

Over the next 23 months, students can expect an Executive MBA programme shaped by 51�Թ��’s focus on technology, innovation and leadership. They can look forward to:

Global Immersions: study experiences in Zurich, London and Boston, examining fintech, medtech, and deep tech ecosystems.
Executive Leadership Journey: a structured module that aims to develop self-awareness, influence and responsible leadership at senior and board level.
Capstone: a five-day intensive project in a European technology hub, where teams develop and test a viable business case for an emerging technology.
STEM ecosystem: engagement with 51�Թ��’s science and engineering ecosystem, including access to the Enterprise Lab to support entrepreneurship pursuits.
Executive peer network: learning alongside an international cohort of senior executives.
Personalised career advice: the ability to apply learnings directly to the workplace and tailored guidance from a dedicated Career Consultant.

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Developing as a strategic leader through 51�Թ��’s Executive MBA Leadership Journey retreat

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Developing as a strategic leader through 51�Թ��’s Executive MBA Leadership Journey retreat

Valentina Amoroso and the Executive MBA Class of 2026 recently attended the Executive Leadership retreat, an immersive experience designed for reflection, coaching and applied leadership development.

1 April 2026 Features

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51�Թ��’s Global Online MBA programme ranked second in the world by Financial Times

51�Թ�� Business School is delighted to announce that our Global Online MBA programme has been named second in the world in today’s Financial Times ranking of online MBAs.

15 April 2026

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As our students highlight in the above video, leadership development is central to the Executive MBA at 51�Թ�� Business School, helping experienced professionals accelerate into senior and C-suite roles.

What happens when technical expertise is no longer enough to lead? The Executive MBA tackles that question in the core module Executive Leadership Journey, a programme-wide module focused on building a personal leadership style, from self-awareness and communication to coaching and navigating executive transitions.

Valentina Amoroso, now in her second year, recently attended the Executive Leadership Journey retreat at Windsor Great Park - an immersive experience designed for reflection, coaching and applied leadership development. Here, she shares how the experience has shaped her leadership approach and professional growth.

Choosing the Executive MBA at 51�Թ�� Business School

My path to 51�Թ�� Business School hasn’t been linear. It’s taken me from aerospace engineering and construction into consulting, and now into strategic leadership within the built environment. As Associate Director at Eckersley O’Callaghan, I lead complex multidisciplinary projects while driving key growth initiatives for the firm.

As an engineer – and a self-confessed geek – I’ve always been drawn to how things come together to solve problems. To me, running a business is no different from tackling an engineering challenge. As the SME I work for has grown, I saw an opportunity to build the capabilities needed to help lead its next phase.

The Executive MBA felt like a natural next step: combining rigorous learning with real-world application, all alongside other experienced professionals. Studying at a leading tech university during the AI revolution has given me a front-row seat to change, not as theory, but as something actively reshaping how we lead, innovate and create value.

This intersection of practical leadership development and cutting-edge thinking marked a turning point for me, making it clear that this is the direction I need to take to step into more strategic leadership roles.

The Executive Leadership Journey retreat

The retreat – a weekend away with my cohort – is the culmination of the Executive Leadership Journey module. It brings together everything we’ve learnt and creates space to step back and reflect on how it applies to our development. It also integrates another key module from the programme: Responsible Leadership for Corporate Success. Whilst the corporate responsibility module gave us frameworks for understanding our role in creating sustainable value for modern work environments, the leadership journey helped us understand ourselves as leaders and how we show up in complex, changing environments.

The retreat brought these threads together in a practical, experiential way, structured across two intensive days.

Day one focused on leading and developing the self, including a workshop with former Olympic champion Greg Searle, followed by group coaching and a sporting activity with the cohort.

Day two focused on executive career development, with sessions from executive search professionals and further group coaching.

Throughout the weekend, we also had the opportunity to interact with alumni from the programme and exchange our experiences, which was incredibly valuable.

A personal highlight from the weekend

The highlight for me was Greg Searle’s workshop and his story of moving from Olympic rowing to professional sailing for the America’s Cup. His journey really resonated with me - it mirrored my own transition from aerospace, where I was an expert, to construction and then consultancy, where I had to rebuild my expertise.

Two lessons from his session stood out:

First, his visual metaphor of rowing versus sailing. In rowing, you face backwards; in sailing, everyone faces forwards. It perfectly captured what I’ve been learning about strategic leadership: the importance of looking ahead, asking the right questions about where we’re going, rather than staying comfortable looking back at what worked before. Leading strategic growth initiatives in a fast-changing environment means keeping my focus forward and on why we do what we do.
Second, his philosophy on balancing belief with a learning mindset. Belief gives you the foundation - the conviction that a goal is possible - but unchallenged, it can turn into rigidity. A learning mindset allows you to stay curious, ask questions, and ‘unlearn’ what no longer works. Coming from someone who had lived it, who had to shed an expert mindset at the peak of success and adapt to entirely new realities, this lesson felt both credible and inspiring.

Lessons on leadership from the retreat

The Executive Leadership Journey retreat reinforced how essential resilience and a growth mindset are, not just for professional success, but for personal fulfilment.

Throughout the Executive MBA, I’ve learned to see volatility and ambiguity as the constant environment we navigate, shifting my focus from control to building adaptive capacity in myself and my teams.

The group coaching sessions were particularly powerful: each person worked on their own development while the rest of us supported them, offering new perspectives and reminding me that leadership growth is both personal and collective.

Experiencing an intense year of coursework alongside senior professionals from diverse backgrounds, supporting each other through transitions and moments of vulnerability, has been a masterclass in the kind of environment I hope to create as a leader.

Applying my learnings to my organisation

The great thing about studying part-time is I can take what I learn at the Executive Leadership Journey retreat straight back to the office. One immediate change I’m introducing is more space in our project reviews and strategy sessions for ‘forward-looking reflection.’

Practically, this means adding a short learning review to our monthly leadership meetings to discuss surprises, what we’ve had to unlearn, and what we’re experimenting with next. The aim is to create psychological safety, so the team feels confident taking calculated risks, challenging old methods, and bringing fresh perspectives. Building this culture of curiosity and adaptive learning will help us navigate the complexity and ambiguity of driving real business transformation.

The importance of immersive experiences on the Executive MBA

For an experienced professional, the immersive retreat format offers something that’s almost impossible to create in the normal flow of work: dedicated space for strategic reflection on how your learning applies to you as a leader - not just intellectually, but practically and emotionally.

This is what transforms the Executive MBA from an academic programme into a genuine developmental experience. The coursework provides the frameworks; the immersive elements create the space to integrate that learning on a deeper, more personal level. They also strengthen relationships within the cohort in a meaningful way. For those of us who can often feel isolated in leadership roles, it’s an opportunity to build a network of peers who become trusted advisors and accountability partners well beyond the programme.

At this stage in my career, as I transition from technical expertise into more senior roles, this kind of focused, intensive experience is exactly what I need to develop the broader perspective and adaptability that senior leadership demands.

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Why should you study a Weekend MBA?

Helen Richardson — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 10:33:46 +0000

Why should you study a Weekend MBA? Helen Richardson Mon, 25/04/2022 - 10:33

What is a Weekend MBA?

The Weekend MBA at 51�Թ�� Business School is a part-time programme that combines one weekend of study every month (Friday to Sunday) at our London campus with independent study. The programme offers the same management expertise and career prospects as a traditional MBA, so despite the part-time route, it will be transformative for your career trajectory.

There is no one-size-fits all for an MBA. A career break and full-time study doesn’t suit everyone; whether that’s because you love your job, don’t want to pause your career progress, or forgo your salary for one to two years. That’s where the Weekend MBA comes in.

Who is the part-time Weekend MBA for?

Weekend MBA students join the programme to create impact and accelerate their careers. Our class of 2022-23 students have an average of seven years of work experience, however, the entry requirement to join the programme is three years of consecutive experience, so it’s a great pathway into management for those who are early on in their career. The average age of a Weekend MBA student in the 2022-23 class at 51�Թ�� Business School is 30-years-old.

Of our class of 2020 graduates, 70% changed roles during or within four months of completing the programme, over 50% moved to another organisation and 34% of these students successfully changed sectors. This shows that the Weekend MBA is a great option for those wanting to grow in their own company, move organisations or even transition into a new sector.

What are the benefits of a part-time MBA?

1. Bring your experience to the classroom

A significant amount of work experience under your belt provides an endless amount of value when you re-enter the classroom for the MBA. It may have been a few years since you last studied, but in the meantime, you have built a wealth of experience from the first few formative years in your career. Combine this with a class of other ambitious working professionals from a wide range of industries and the insight you will generate is limitless. You will look at business challenges through a lens of lived experience and be able to demonstrate this value when tackling discussions in the classroom.

2. Make an impact in your organisation

One of the unique benefits that part-time study, like the Weekend MBA, offers is the ability to create an immediate impact at work. You can take your learnings from one weekend and start applying them to your job the following Monday. Not only does this increase enjoyment in your role, as you start to see opportunities and challenges in a different light, but your organisation will notice the positive impact you are making too. This is crucial when leveraging a promotion or new position. If you have gone down the corporate sponsorship funding route, you will be demonstrating the value of your company’s investment.

3. Study around family commitments

Part-time programmes offer the benefit that they are, indeed, part-time. This means that while there is a lot to squeeze into your diary, the main bulk of studying occurs on one weekend. Therefore, the remaining three weekends of the month are free for you to balance personal study time with your family and social commitments. While sacrifices may need to be made in some areas, studying an MBA doesn’t mean you have to give up on everything outside of study altogether.

Why make the commitment while you work full-time?

The decision to study an MBA is an investment in yourself. If you want to make strides in your career while still getting to experience life as an on-campus student, then the Weekend MBA might just be for you.

Time management is crucial to making part-time study viable, however, with the support of the Business School, your work, family and friends, there is no reason why persevering with your goal to do an MBA isn’t achievable.

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Why should you study an Executive MBA?

Rebecca Pike — Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:58:17 +0000

Why should you study an Executive MBA? Rebecca Pike Thu, 21/04/2022 - 11:58

51�Թ��’s Executive MBA was the UK’s first blended MBA programme, created with leaders of the future in mind and developed specifically to facilitate advanced learning without impacting career progression.

Choosing to study an MBA of any kind is a momentous and potentially life-changing decision that requires a significant amount of research, planning, and consideration to help you choose the programme that best suits your goals and circumstances.

What is an Executive MBA degree?

An Executive MBA is a unique learning format that allows high calibre professionals from all kinds of industries and professions to pursue their ambition to become global leaders in business – without pausing their careers.

51�Թ��’s Executive MBA is a 22-month programme that develops leaders for a technology-driven world through a combination of on-campus and online learning. With three in-person sessions every four weeks (Fridays and Saturdays), you’ll experience a seamless learning environment that fits around your full-time work with the support and resources necessary to help you succeed.

What will I learn?

The core modules of the Executive MBA programme cover the general functions of management and allow you to explore essential business topics and skills necessary to become an effective leader in your field.

Examples of core modules include:

Accounting and Corporate Reporting Analysis
Managerial Economics
Marketing Management
Organisational Behaviour
Corporate Finance
Corporate Innovation and Intrapreneurship
Responsible Leadership and Corporate Success

You’ll also undertake the Executive Leadership Journey – a transformational combination of coaching and experiential learning scenarios specifically designed to help shape you as a leader and help you understand your personal leadership style.

The direction of your Executive MBA will also be shaped by your choice of electives – a suite of over 50 specialised modules spread across five subject areas: Analytics and Operations, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Leadership and Organisation, Marketing, and Strategy.

What will I experience?

In addition to a wealth of on-campus and online learning opportunities, the Executive MBA also gives you the chance to explore business in international markets through international residencies, which will expose you to two of the most important economies in the world, outside of our base in London. In addition, we offer optional ‘Glocal’ electives that see students visiting top business schools in Europe, Singapore, North America and beyond.

These modules are specifically tailored to expose you to some of the most important economies in the world outside of London, and learn how the theories and cases studied in class can be applied in various international contexts.

Entrepreneurial Journey

Another key part of the Executive MBA experience is the Entrepreneurial Journey. Working in teams with your MBA classmates, the Entrepreneurial Journey is a six-month optional elective project in which you’ll develop a value proposition, carry out customer discovery research, validate the product or service, and create a fully-fledged business proposal. You’ll also have the option of collaborating with students from across the entire 51�Թ�� ecosystem, as well as design students from the Royal College of Art or 51�Թ�� academic entrepreneurs via the 51�Թ�� Enterprise division.

Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or intrapreneur or want to find out whether the entrepreneurial life is for you, the Entrepreneurial Journey is a safe space to explore an actual business opportunity in a practical environment.

What does an Executive MBA cost?

51�Թ��’s Executive MBA has a fee of £69,000 in 2024 for all students regardless of location. This tuition fee is split equally between the two years of the programme and can be paid in one instalment per year.

There are several ways to fund your Executive MBA, from financing through private loans and personal resources, to employer sponsorship and 51�Թ��’s wide range of scholarships. Finding the right funding method for you is an important and often time-consuming process, so planning early and reviewing all of your options before applying is key to ensuring success.

How do I apply to the Executive MBA?

There are three main steps to the application processs: apply online, the interview and the final decision. Application deadlines are aligned with deadlines for our scholarships. Our Executive MBA is highly competitive, especially if you want to be in with chance of receiving a scholarship, so we recommend applying as early as possible.

The Executive MBA is a career-shifting experience that can put you on the express path to the C-suite or at the forefront of the world’s business landscape.

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21 April 2022

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