Executive MBA

Learn anywhere, lead everywhere. Ranked 9th in the UK (QS Global MBA rankings 2025).

The Lancaster Executive MBA is a two-year part-time programme that delivers an exceptional education. It blends rigorous theory with practical application and seamlessly fits into your busy working life through online core modules.

At the heart of our EMBA is the philosophy of 'Good Growth' – a commitment to aligning business success with positive social and environmental impact. We equip you with the skills to lead responsibly, embedding a regenerative approach that considers our planet and communities.

A hybrid EMBA

Your journey starts with an immersive introduction week in Lancaster and the Lake District. Core modules are then delivered online.

In Year Two, face-to-face elective modules at our Lancaster campus provide key in-person networking opportunities with peers.

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Why choose the Lancaster Executive MBA?

Why our EMBA is rated as one of the UK's best:

Two professional women in conversation — Learn in your work context

You’ll apply your learning directly to your work context through work-focused assessments, creating actionable recommendations for your organisation.

A man in a blazer works at a laptop — Navigate real business dynamics

You’ll engage in applied learning like our group consultancy challenge, where you’ll solve a problem for a client organisation.

A group of professionals in conversation in a meeting room — Build your network

You’ll join an extensive Lancaster MBA alumni network that includes CEOs and Directors of major corporations worldwide.

A woman looking out of a window — Take pauses

You’ll experience reflective weeks: periods to pause and meet with your academic coach. You’ll appreciate how vital reflection is for professional growth.

The programme's emphasis on reflection and emotional intelligence proved pivotal, enabling me to better understand and align with the priorities and agendas of various functions.

A quote from Lushanthi Edirisooriya, Brand Manager at Soreen Executive MBA graduate

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A highly-ranked global business school

Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) has an excellent reputation internationally.

Triple-accredited

LUMS is triple crown business school that holds accreditation with AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.

5 Star rated

Lancaster University is rated 5 Stars by QS for Teaching, Employability, Global Engagement, Research, Facilities and Environmental Impact.

Top 100 globally

The Lancaster Executive MBA is ranked in the top 100 globally and 33rd in Europe in the QS Global EMBA Rankings 2025.

Because of the knowledge and skills that I have gained, and the tools I now have to use, I find that I am a much more confident person and I am contributing more in terms of my organisational decision-making.

A quote from Prisilia Mbuy, Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft Executive MBA graduate

Your leadership deserves recognition

Unlock significant scholarship funding for the Lancaster EMBA. We’ve scholarships available worth up to £15,250 which is 50% of the full programme fee.

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