Level
Master's DegreeDuration
2 YearsLanguage
English
MBA with a Specialism in Strategy
Master's Degree (Postgraduate)
2 Years
Advance your career with an MBA in Strategy from a top UK university for CEOs
This MBA from Heriot-Watt University’s Edinburgh Business School equips forward-thinking professionals aiming to lead and innovate in the business world with a specialisation in strategy.
This flexible programme blends advanced leadership skills with strategic management expertise, preparing you to transform organisations and drive long-term success in a dynamic business environment. Elevate your career with flexible, online learning that fits around your life.
Embark on a transformative journey in business strategy
Are you ready to lead your organisation to long-term success? This online MBA with a Specialism in Strategy is designed for professionals who aspire to blend high-level business acumen with strategic insight.
You’ll advance through a robust curriculum that integrates applied business management and leadership skills with advanced strategic frameworks, ensuring you’re equipped to solve real-world business challenges and drive impactful change in your organisation.
Master strategic leadership in a global context
During this degree, you’ll explore leadership and management theories within diverse cultural and international settings.
Real-world insights will help you enhance your strategic decision-making abilities, preparing you to confidently step into senior-level positions.
Integrate strategic expertise to drive success
You’ll learn to leverage strategic insights to solve complex business problems, driving innovation and efficiency within your organisation. The practical exercises and projects embedded within this MBA enable you to develop a keen understanding of strategic management's role in transforming business and society.
Grow at your own pace with a uniquely flexible, online learning model
The flexible, online format of this master’s degree accommodates all schedules, allowing you to complete your studies without compromising on your personal and professional commitments.
Begin your studies at any time and complete your degree along your desired timeline. You have the freedom to structure your learning in a way that works for you.
Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University aims to expand access to education across the globe. Therefore, this degree operates on a performance-based admission process.
Typically, you will hold a recognised first or second-class honours degree, or equivalent professional qualification. However, you are able to begin your studies no matter your background. Simply enrol in your first courses, complete registration, and begin studying when it suits you best. Upon passing three courses on the programme (one of which must be a core course), you’ll be eligible to continue studying towards the full qualification. In other words, there’s no need to complete an application form before enrolling.
Additionally, if English is not your native language or you didn’t graduate from an English-speaking university, you’ll need to provide proof of your English language proficiency. A minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above.
Strategic Concepts: develop a detailed understanding of strategic management principles and frameworks. Apply these concepts to solve complex business problems and drive organisational success.
Leadership Theories: cultivate advanced leadership and management skills that enable you to navigate and excel in global and multicultural business environments. Learn to make strategic decisions that align with organisational goals and market demands.
Financial Decision Making: learn to interpret financial data, evaluate investment opportunities, and make informed financial decisions that support business growth and sustainability.
Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University specialises in business education that drives career advancement and empowers professionals to solve real-world business challenges.