Global Online MBA

What you'll study on our Global Online MBA programme

Our Global Online MBA programme is a flexible, part-time course which enables you to study alongside your career. The course consists of required modules, along with elective modules and a Capstone module.

As well as providing you with a solid foundation in management, business, and leadership, you’ll also have the chance to tailor your course through elective modules that align with your interests and career goals. These electives include topics such as digital transformation, entrepreneurship, international business, sales, finance and accounting, and marketing.

Teaching is delivered through a flexible mix of online learning and in-person experiences with lectures, seminars, collaborative projects, networking and two residential weeks at either the Warwick campus, located on the Warwickshire/Coventry border, or WBS London, at The Shard. 

You can explore the full Global Online MBA structure and module options.

Global Online MBA entry requirements

To earn a place on the Global Online MBA at Warwick Business School, you’ll need to demonstrate that you meet both our academic standards and experience-based criteria. We’re looking for individuals with the potential to lead, who are motivated by challenge, driven by curiosity, and capable of inspiring change in themselves and others. You’ll need to have:

• Three years’ professional experience: This might include responsibility for people, budgets, or projects that clearly reflect your career progression
• Second-class honours from a UK university (or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution).

We also welcome exceptional applicants who may not meet our academic requirements but demonstrate exceptional professional achievements and a strong potential to succeed in a demanding academic environment. Read more about our full Global Online MBA entry requirements and how to apply.

Benefits of the Global Online MBA programme

• Flexible 24/7 learning - We’ve built the Global Online MBA with flexibility in mind. Study around your career and personal commitments, with the option to slow your studies or take a break of up to two years. Complete your online MBA degree in two to five years, depending on your circumstances. You will also have access to the University of Warwick library catalogue, including online journals, ebooks and industry databases including Mintel, Amadeus and Statista. 
• Award-winning digital learning - Connect with academics and peers through our bespoke online learning environment, my.wbs, with live and recorded teaching, global study groups and collaborative learning, supported our award-winning SmartStage® helping to immerse you in your online experience.
• World-leading, practical teaching - Our distance learning MBA has been running for 40 years, allowing you to benefit from our extensive experience. Modules are designed and led by Warwick faculty, drawing on their latest research and expertise. You will develop an inquisitive and entrepreneurial mindset and learn to apply theory to real business challenges, helping you make a positive contribution to your organisation.
• Face-to-face learning included - While the Global Online MBA is studied primarily online, the course is distinguished by including two residential weeks at either the Warwick campus or WBS London, and at least one required face-to-face elective. You will meet your fellow students, discuss case studies, listen to guest speakers, and enjoy lectures and thought-provoking discussions with faculty and other participants. Your study groups are kept small, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to contribute to discussions and share their perspectives.
• A global community - As part of the Warwick Business School community, you will be joining a diverse network of Change Makers, made up of 65,000 individuals from 176 countries. You will have the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with graduates online, and in person at networking events held around the world.

Global Online MBA tuition fees

For January 2027, the Global Online MBA is available in Warwick or London, with different fees depending on your chosen location. From June 2027, the programme combines these routes; you'll apply to the Global Online MBA and select your Residential Week preference.

Your tuition fee covers registration, study materials, tuition, examinations and your graduation ceremony. See the Global Online MBA fees and funding page for a full breakdown.

What are my funding options?

From scholarships and bursaries to student loans and employer funding, there are various ways to help you manage the fees of an Online MBA programme. Scholarships of between 10% and 35% of the tuition fee are available for eligible candidates.

WBS offers a range of MBA scholarships designed to support talented candidates from different backgrounds.

Global Online MBA application process

Applying to the Global Online MBA is easy with our secure online form, which you can complete in stages. You'll also need to submit supporting documents as outlined in your registration email. We seek applicants who reflect our Change Maker values and demonstrate strengths in strategic thinking, creativity, drive, personal impact, and leadership.

For a complete overview of the application process, including key deadlines, please visit our How to Apply page.

Career advancement opportunities with the Global Online MBA

We're ranked first in the world for career progress, and career advancement and professional development are at the heart of the Global Online MBA programme. Throughout your studies and beyond, you’ll benefit from dedicated career coaching, personal development support, as well as access to a wide range of workshops, keynote events, expert panels, and networking opportunities during your studies. Each element is designed to equip you with the tools, insights, and connections needed to achieve your professional goals.

Recent WBS graduates have secured roles at leading global organisations such as Amazon, Barclays, EY, IBM, KPMG, PwC, and Volkswagen. Our strong career outcomes are reflected in our global rankings. Graduates report an average salary increase of 33% after completing the programme*.

Visit our careers page to discover where the Global Online MBA could take you.

*Financial Times' Online MBA ranking 2026

Global Online MBA FAQs

What makes the Global Online MBA a top-ranked, triple-accredited programme?

The programme is ranked 1st in the world for career progress and 2nd for programme delivery by the Financial Times Online MBA Ranking 2026. It combines world-class Warwick faculty research with practical, real-world business challenges. Our award-winning digital learning platforms, including my.wbs and SmartStage®, provide an immersive and highly interactive educational experience.

What are the entry requirements for the WBS Global Online MBA?

Applicants need at least three years of professional experience demonstrating clear career progression, such as managing people, budgets, or projects. We encourage applicants with a second-class honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent international qualification. However, we also welcome applications from candidates without these academic qualifications if they can demonstrate exceptional professional achievements.

How does the Global Online MBA support career progression and leadership development?

Career and professional development are integrated throughout the Global Online MBA, with opportunities to develop your leadership capabilities, apply learning to real business challenges and build connections with an international cohort. The residential weeks also provide dedicated opportunities for careers and professional development support.

Are there any in-person networking opportunities?

You’ll attend two residential weeks at either Warwick Business School, University of Warwick or WBS London, The Shard, giving you opportunities to work with your cohort, engage with faculty, network in person and focus on your leadership and professional development. You can also choose in-person electives, giving the opportunity to mix with our other MBA cohorts.