MBA Executive

The MBA Executive program at Cranfield University is designed for working professionals who want to enhance their management skills and knowledge without leaving their jobs. The program is tailored to meet the needs of busy executives, with flexible scheduling options and a range of online learning resources. Students will gain a deeper understanding of business principles and practices, including finance, marketing, operations, and strategy, as well as develop leadership and management skills. The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, and interactive online activities, providing students with a dynamic and engaging learning experience. With a strong focus on practical application, students will have the opportunity to apply their new knowledge and skills in real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to lead and manage in their current or future roles.

Additional Information

The MBA Executive program is designed to be completed in 18 months, with flexible scheduling options available. Students can choose from a range of elective modules to tailor the program to their specific interests and career goals. The program is taught by experienced faculty members who are experts in their fields, providing students with high-quality instruction and mentorship. Cranfield University has a strong reputation for producing highly employable graduates, and the MBA Executive program is no exception. Graduates of the program will have enhanced career prospects in senior management positions within their chosen industry.

Unlock Your Leadership Potential at Cranfield University

Cranfield University is a world-class institution for executive education, with a strong reputation for producing highly employable graduates. The university's location in the UK provides students with access to a rich cultural and economic environment, as well as opportunities for networking and collaboration with industry professionals. The MBA Executive program at Cranfield University is tailored to meet the needs of busy executives, with flexible scheduling options and a range of online learning resources. Students will gain a deeper understanding of business principles and practices, as well as develop leadership and management skills that can be applied in real-world scenarios.

The Cranfield Executive MBA in partnership with Grant Thornton combines the best of academic insight and commercial application. We’ll use this to help you develop your leadership and management skills with a specific focus on business growth and innovation. 

This page is for students seeking an Executive MBA independent of Apprenticeship Levy funding. If you are looking for more information on our Apprenticeship Levy part-funded routes, please visit the Senior Leadership Apprenticeship+ Executive MBA programme page.

This Executive MBA programme will allow you to join a community of skilled individuals developing the necessary know-how and confidence to stand out from the crowd. Grant Thornton in the UK is part of a global organisation, the world’s 6th largest accounting and advisory firm with more than 40,000 clients.

We encourage you to come and experience a world-class university programme delivered by a university famous for innovation, career-enhancing services and world-renowned faculty and a company reputed for the quality of its service and advice, with a passion for shaping a vibrant economy.

The Executive MBA in partnership with Grant Thornton is aimed at Senior Leaders with mid-to senior-level experience, looking to develop the skillsets required to lead a department or business. Applicants will need to show evidence of:

• Minimum of five years' post-qualification work experience. 

• A strong degree and/or professional qualification or demonstration of high levels of achievement, exceptional career progression or evidence of leadership potential.

• Effective communication in English in an academic environment.

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.