This is a modern professional qualification that prioritises social justice, helping you make an impact through effective leadership.
Aimed at directors and senior managers in the private, public or third sectors, the Executive MBA has been designed to support your career progression. This course will prepare you to successfully carry out senior strategic roles or to build your own business.
Course overview
Study with fellow professionals, build your network and gain insights into international standards of best business practise. You will explore issues that have significant impact within organisations. By working with others, you can compare previous experiences and gain unique insights from your peers. The skills, knowledge and methods developed on this course can be immediately applied to your professional career. You will carry out projects and assignments, as well as participating in competitions and business simulations.
You will develop your understanding of issues relating to business and management. This will enhance your ability to maximise the potential of individuals within organisations. This course brings together contemporary academic theory and research with a practical understanding of activities within organisations.
Teaching and learning
You will be taught by experts from York Business School to gain a unique blend of detailed, critical academic research and innovative industry expertise. Collaboration is key on this course. Resources for learning explicitly include the knowledge, experience and skills of all students and staff.
Career outcomes
Where could Executive MBA take you?
This is a highly sought after degree by many of the business world's most notable organisations. In fact, for many companies, it is a requirement if you wish to be employed in a senior managerial or leadership position. You will have an advantage in becoming a:
By studying this course, you will be enabled to improve your ability to work in diverse groups and teams and enhance your project management and decision-making capabilities, which is crucial when leading in business.
The course could also lead you to undertake further postgraduate study through an MPhil or PhD.
October 2025
York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk,
York,
YO31 7EX, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England
February 2025
York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk,
York,
YO31 7EX, NORTHERN ENGLAND, England
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.