Advance your leadership prowess

The Executive MBA (EMBA) at Ulster University is your gateway to becoming a high-performing leader.

There’s no need to hit pause on your career - our programme integrates with your busy schedule, allowing you to cultivate advanced leadership skills without sacrificing your current commitments.

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An investment in your future

An investment in your future

Our EMBA is where personal growth meets professional transformation.

Built on the latest business theory, world-class research and commercial experience, you’ll emerge as a well-rounded, adaptable leader with the skills, confidence and vision needed to lead transformation in your organisation.

  • Expand your leadership capabilities and business acumen to increase your leadership impact
  • Develop critical awareness, problem-solving abilities and transferrable skills through action learning
  • Gain a deep understanding of essential business disciplines and themes shaping the future of business, preparing you for executive and board-level positions
  • Collaborate and network with a diverse community of like-minded professionals and industry experts
Modules

Modules

The programme is made up of nine core modules and a management project taught over 24-months*

Modules will expand your knowledge to confidently address key business and management issues in today’s business world.

  • Accounting and Finance for Senior Leaders
  • Marketing Management
  • People and Change
  • Operational Excellence
  • Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development
  • Leadership Development
  • Leading Digital Transformation and Innovation
  • Strategy and International Competitiveness
  • Corporate Governance and Boardroom Management
  • Management Project

Key information*

Start date: September each year
Duration: 24 months (part-time)
Location: In-person (Belfast)

Time Commitment:

  • Year one
    • Autumn and Spring semesters - Tuesday (1.15pm to 8.05pm)
    • Summer semester -  two modules taught across three full days
  • Year two
    • Autumn and Spring semesters - Wednesday (1.15pm to 8.05pm)
    • Summer semester - Management Project

Fees: £14,680*

*Module sequence, content, duration and teaching days are subject to change.  Visit ulster.ac.uk for the most up to date information and tuition fees for 24/25 for more details on the price of this course.

Kerry's Executive MBA Experience

Watch Kerry's inspiring story and hear how learnings from the Executive MBA are still serving her years later in her current role.

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Alumni spotlight

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Learning in Action

Learning in Action

Course Director, Mark McCrory, explains how the EMBA Management Project can be used to tackle real-life business challenges, resulting in tangible impact and demonstrable results for business.

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Book a 1-2-1 chat

Book an informal consultation with our course team to discuss your individual circumstances and get all your questions answered.

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