Executive MBA - Global
- Study a part-time, flexible MBA degree while continuing to work in your current role
- Take control of your future direction, and reflect upon your performance and achievement
- Take part in life-changing global immersion study trips to solve real business problems
- Gain a triple-accredited professional qualification (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB)
What you need to know
Overview
How the Henley Executive MBA Transformed My Global Leadership Career
In this powerful testimonial, an alumnus shares how the EMBA provided the global business language, strategic mindset, and personal development tools needed to thrive at the highest levels.
The Global Executive MBA uniquely delivers proven leadership teaching with international insight. It builds on our flagship Executive MBA which has been running for over 50 years.
The programme will empower you to become an exceptional leader who thinks and acts with clarity, confidence and conviction. Personal and professional development are woven into the fabric of our MBA degree.
You’ll gain a profound understanding of yourself as well as clarity on your future career direction and goals. Our experienced and inspiring tutors will support and challenge you every step of the way.
"The Executive MBA at Henley has been amazing. The focus on leadership, personal development and interactive workshops have made the learnings so much more meaningful than just the academics."
The Global Executive MBA is a part-time programme that runs for 24 months.
You will take part in two Global Immersion Study trips. First, you’ll carry out a consultancy-style, team-based project with an emerging international business or start-up, in locations such as the USA or other suitable locations. Next, you will travel to South Africa, where you will work on a team-based project for an NGO, to directly impact organisations grappling with critical social issues.
At Henley, we place great importance on building a community of peers that stretches beyond the length of the MBA. This flexible MBA is a truly international experience, with a global focus to its syllabus and research projects.
Key benefits
- A unique focus on enabling personal and professional development, with extensive opportunities for executive coaching throughout the programme
- The programme has a special focus on responsible leadership through the Immersive Study Trip to South Africa, where students work in teams on challenges facing NGOs
- Work on live challenges common in emerging markets and interact with start-ups in advanced markets at an international level
- Students learn about Nordic leadership and sustainable development goals at a 3-day Managing People workshop in Helsinki
- Meet, and share experiences with, an array of like-minded multinational professionals from a wide range of industries
- There are opportunities for networking with the diverse, international cohort in every stage of the programme
"If you have the opportunity to do this MBA, you should go for it – you won’t look back."
Course structure
The Executive MBA – Global typically runs for a total of 24 months and is broken down into three stages. We provide 21 hours of contact time for each module to give you the hands-on support you need to excel.
Please contact mba@henley.ac.uk for more information.
Managing the Organisation
16 days’ attendance over 4 months
Managing Processes and Systems (MNM1G002)
15Lay the foundation for future success with a thorough grounding in the design and implementation of goods and services delivery.
Managing Financial Resources (MNM1G003)
20Next, you will study how to effectively analyse, plan, control and monitor your organisation’s finances.
Managing People (MNM1G004)
15From our Helsinki campus, you will develop an awareness of the issues and practices that affect people management.
Personal Development - Stage 1 (MNM1G001)
10Self-awareness is the focus of the module in Stage 1. You will reflect on a range of perspectives, including your reasons for doing the MBA, your beliefs and principles, and the resources you need to maintain a healthy balance between home, work, and study. You will also focus on the importance of learning with and through other people.
Making Choices: Context & Stakeholders
27 days’ attendance over 7 months
International Business with Global Immersion Study Trip (MNM2G005)
15You will visit another continent as part of this module to work with a start-up or young business. Use this exciting opportunity to apply this module’s core insights, understanding the complexity of international markets and developing the capacity to successfully navigate issues related to international business and strategy.
Strategy (MNM2G006)
15You will return to the UK to get to grips with the fundamental principles of strategic thinking and decision making.
Strategic Marketing (MNM2G007)
15Next, you will examine integral marketing strategies for the international stage. This module has a particular focus on ethical and socially responsible marketing strategies.
Reputation and Responsibility with Global Immersion Study (South Africa) (MNM2G008)
15You will travel to South Africa to help an NGO understand and improve its key stakeholder relationships, applying your learning in a real-world setting with lasting social impact. Use this meaningful opportunity to deepen your understanding of how reputation, identity, and corporate responsibility influence stakeholder support amid evolving societal expectations.
Personal Development - Stage 2 (MNM2G009)
0In this stage you will examine closely your perception of work and career, and developing the relationships that help you understand your context as a manager. You will target and develop specific qualities needed for effective personal growth as a manager and as a leader. At the same time, you will deepen your ability to reflect and think critically.
Making an Impact
8 days’ attendance over 4 months*
*You will also complete a final project or dissertation and assignments.
It is compulsory for you to choose one elective module at this stage.
Global Business Context: Challenges and Prospects (MNM3GBC)
20 [10 ECTS credits]Learners will develop an awareness of contemporary global trends and developments and gain a critical insight into their implications on current and future business scenarios. Students learn to identify potential challenges and prospects for business and society relevant to their context and propose suitable solutions.
Leadership and Change (MNM3G010)
10As you enter the final stage of your MBA degree, you will deepen your understanding of key leadership models.
Management Research Challenge (MNM3G014)
40This is a project-based module, where you will investigate a significant management problem and produce a set of actionable solutions.
Personal development - Stage 3 (MNM3G013)
0The final stage of the MBA is about vision, purpose, and ownership of the learning process. You will develop your self-awareness to a deep level, with one eye on the impact you will have, the example you will be to others, after you have graduated with the Henley MBA. Above all, you will be encouraged to see clearly what, for you, counts as sustainable health and well-being.
You have the choice of taking additional taught and online modules, or a further international study visit module.
International Study Visit Elective Module
Destination and dates to be confirmed
Online Elective Modules
- MNM3G015: Managing International Human Resource Management
- MNM3G017: Brand Strategy
- MNM3G018: Corporate Finance Elective
- MNM3G019: Corporate Responsibility
- MNM3G020: Digital Marketing
- MNM3G021: Financial Technologies (FINTECH)
- MNM3G022: Scenario Analysis
- MNM3G023: Sustainability
- MNM3G024: Relationship Marketing
Modules or course content marked as optional are indicative and may be subject to change. Please note, constraints in timetable scheduling may mean you are unable to take some optional modules at the same time as others.
How we teach you
The Henley MBA offers you a unique personal and professional development experience.
The programme brings together a hand-picked, diverse group of leaders in a unique learning context and environment.
You shouldn’t expect to spend a lot of time in a traditional classroom. Instead, our teaching approach is highly practical, and you will spend a significant amount of time working on real-life projects.
"I’d expected to learn from knowledgeable academics, but the people who taught us were not just tutors – they were all highly experienced specialist practitioners in their own fields."
Studying at Henley will allow you to gain a truly global perspective. You will take part in immersive overseas study experiences in locations such as South Africa and the USA. The international cohort of students from the UK and the Nordics also benefit from joint workshops at our Greenlands campus in the UK and in Helsinki.
During these overseas experiences, you will work on challenges for NGOs and charities in emerging markets such as South Africa. You’ll also experience first-hand interaction with innovative start-ups in the USA or fast-growing firms in China.
With a global syllabus and multinational cohorts, this is not your average MBA degree.
For one thing, you can expect significantly more support from your lecturers, with at least 21 hours of contact time during each module. You’re not just another student: we invest in you, just as you invest in us.
Careers & professional development
As part of our Global Executive MBA programme, you’ll benefit from invaluable career, leadership and professional development. This includes:
- Leveraging your strengths
- Leading with gravitas
- The art of negotiation
- Managing change and uncertainty
- Team work and intercultural dynamics
- Maintaining and strengthening resilience
- Improvisation and stand-up comedy
We also run additional professional development events to build your network, deepen your knowledge and help you achieve your career goals.
You’ll benefit from access to a qualified, experienced Executive Coach with whom you can discuss all aspects of your professional development.
From Corporate to Entrepreneur: How the Henley MBA Inspired a Bold Career Shift
Hear how one Henley MBA graduate made the leap from corporate life to launching her own company—thanks to the transformative experience of studying at Henley Business School.
You’ll also have access to a host of useful online resources, such as:
- VMock – online CV building tool
- Alumni Extra – webinar library covering a range of professional development topics
- PayNegotiation – online training package
The Henley MBA programme is triple-accredited by the AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB.
Why choose Henley?
As one of the UK’s first business schools, Henley has been developing leaders for over 70 years. It’s not just about developing your professional skillset. Personal development is embedded in all our programmes and it is central to our Executive Global MBA.
We offer a special and unique learning experience. Our Greenlands campus and its 30 acres of beautiful parkland are situated on the banks of the River Thames.
Many students enjoy strolling by the river, cup of tea in hand, while they reflect on what they’re learning. The small cohorts of peers make it easy to strike up interesting conversations at any time.
At Henley, you’ll become a member of our community from day one. Community and collaboration are key to everything we do, and we’re known for our ‘syndicate’ method of study. This is a form of group learning that encourages students to draw from and reflect upon each other’s insights.
The benefits of studying at Henley Business School don’t stop after you graduate. You’ll become part of our vibrant alumni network of more than 87,000 business professionals, in 160 countries. This is a unique resource that will help build and support your career path.
Location & facilities
Study an Executive MBA at our Greenlands campus
Henley Business School’s Greenlands campus is home to our Executive MBA programmes. Watch to see what your MBA journey could look like with this short tour of our campus and facilities.
Greenlands campus
Fitness and wellbeing
Dining, refreshments and accommodation
Entry requirements
To join this programme, you will need:
Interview process
You may be required to attend, via Skype, in person or telephone, a skills based interview with a senior member of Henley staff focusing on the following behaviours and competencies:
- Motivation
- Commercial and business awareness
- Team working
- Multitasking and time management
- Resilience and flexibility
- Communication
For application support or clarification, please contact our MBA Team.
Book a consultation
Our free, informal consultation service introduces you to a member of our team to talk you through everything and anything you want to know about taking an Executive MBA at Henley
Our team can speak to you about:
How to apply
All applicants must submit:
- Application form
- CV (please see example template, please note CV review is available)
- Personal statement
- Two professional references
- Degree transcript and certificate
- Proof of English language ability (if applicable)
Please see the entry requirements and application form notes before submitting your application. We are currently reviewing applications for the next intake. Please contact mba@henley.ac.uk if you would like to be considered for a place.
Application deadlines
| Executive MBA - Global (October 2026) cohort | Important dates |
|---|---|
| Henley Executive MBA Director’s Award Scholarships application deadline | 3 August 2026 |
| Final application deadline | 7 September 2026 |
| Programme start dates | October 2026 |
If you are unable to meet the application deadline, please speak to a member of the recruitment team on mba@henley.ac.uk to discuss your individual circumstances.
Terms and conditions
*A degree or the equivalent professional or international qualification is normally required; However we do welcome applications from candidates with exceptional management experience who may not meet all the formal criteria for admission. If you have a minimum of 5 year’s experience at a senior or strategic level with no degree, we would be happy to consider an application. Our Admission Panel reviews all non-standard applications for suitability.
**Candidates whose first language is not English will normally be required to meet one of the following conditions:
- Take an IELTS test and achieve an overall score of 7.0 with no less than 6.0 in each element. The University also accepts a number of other tests instead of IELTS. A full list of equivalent tests and scores can be found on here.
- Provide a satisfactorily completed declaration from a current employer (confirmation from a previous employer can be accepted if the applicant left that employer within 12 months of the programme application), confirming that they are required to work in English to a high level on a daily basis.
- Obtain a confirmation of satisfactory level of English language proficiency.
You are required to submit documentary evidence of your performance level with your application. Please indicate on your application form the qualification you have taken and the grade you obtained and attach the appropriate certificate.
Fees and funding
Fees for the Executive MBA – Global are £52,000, or £41,600 with our 20% early bird discount for 2026.
- This includes tuition, assessments and coaching, all lunches and refreshments during Greenlands residential modules, accommodation at Greenlands for all UK in-person workshops, and the majority of overseas study visit costs
- Fees do not include flights or visas for the overseas workshops and study visits, or any individual travel to modules at Greenlands campus, Henley Business School, UK
- Any costs for the additional, optional overseas study visit (elective module) are extra to the programme fee above.
Or 25% fee discount for alumni in 2026
UK-based University of Reading and Henley Business School alumni benefit from a 25% discount on fees for the Executive MBA - Global in 2026. We look forward to welcoming our outstanding alumni back to campus.
Please see below for information on scholarships and bursaries for excellent candidates. For a discussion about your Executive MBA application, funding and support with creating a business case for company sponsorship, contact the Henley team on mba@henley.ac.uk or call +44 (0)118 378 4520.
Fee breakdown
Tuition will be invoiced to twice a year. For more information, please contact the Henley team on mba@henley.ac.uk or call +44 (0)118 378 4520.
Current scholarships
Contact us
If you have any questions please get in touch.
Email: mba@henley.ac.ukTelephone: +44 (0)118 378 4520.
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