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THE HENLEY FLEXIBLE EXECUTIVE MBA

Overcome complex problems, lead skilled teams and build professional success with a flexible, quadruple-accredited, international MBA. Unique in Africa, our MBA will open the world to you.

Where we rise

Henley’s executive MBA is flexible around families, demanding, and provocative. Our students tell us it's life-changing. Our whole-person, challenging approach creates bold thinkers, authentic leaders and remarkable African entrepreneurs who take others with them as they rise. This degree is for experienced practising managers, most of whom already have nine or more years of managerial experience. It is designed to develop your mind, elevate your attitude, and leave you with a set of rich living practices to extend your leadership impact. 

You will develop unique approaches to solving problems and unlocking opportunities that enable you to build better businesses and make your mark. Ultimately, the Henley MBA will grow your confidence and give you the ability to see business differently - and build businesses that make a difference.

#1 MBA business school in SA 

for seven years running as rated by pmr.africa

1st business school in SA to receive quadruple accreditation 

from the world’s leading accreditation agencies

100,000+ global alumni 

in 100 countries 

Key programme outcomes

This gold standard Flexible Executive MBA is a challenging programme that delivers immense personal and professional growth. Offered over 30 months for maximum learning impact and to spread your costs, the degree is dual-accredited in the UK and South Africa, making it the only international MBA in South Africa. 

Level:  NQF Level 9

Duration:  30 months

Accreditation:  Council on Higher Education (CHE)

Assessment:  Assignments
and examination

Award:  MBA

SAQA ID:  97363

Mode of delivery:  On campus

Fees: R385,000 (without optional extra international study tour)

R490,000 (including additional international study tour, but excluding travel and visa costs)

AttendancePart-time

Total credits:  200

Programme type:  Academic, open learning, postgraduate, accredited

MBA modules

The Flexible Executive MBA is structured over 30 months and is broken down into three stages, plus elective online modules and a non-compulsory international immersion. It’s practical and relevant, with a blend of business projects, online learning, and high-impact workshops. Sharing your experience with fellow programme members in group work processes will further enrich your learning.

 

Stage 1

Managing the Organisation

High level outcomes

Mastery of functional and operational management (core business) functions


Understanding operations, systems, processes, financial management and people management


Understanding interdependencies and variables in roles and business


Mastery of case study exam techniques and assignment writing

 

 

 

Stage 2

Making Choices – Context and Stakeholders

High level outcomes

Mastery of strategic management functions and a broader worldview


Understanding strategic functions and (ethical) business sustainability


Elevating levels of critical thinking and sense-making, decision-making and action-taking


Managing the interface between the operational and strategic domains of business


Mastery of assignment writing techniques and argument formation

Stage 3

Making an Impact

High level conclusion

Mastery of higher levels of thinking and doing around ambiguity, complexity and change

Understanding moral and reputational (normative) issues

Mastery of academic writing techniques, argument formation and research methodologies (primarily)

Bringing all learning together through academic and applied thinking approach in the Management Research Challenge

*The study format includes regular on-campus contact days, some online workshops and continuous self-directed study.

Elective modules online

Africa Rising
Brand Strategy
Corporate Finance
Corporate Responsibility
Digital Marketing
Financial Technology (FinTech)
International Human Resource Management
Managing in a Project-Based Environment
Relationship Marketing
Sustainability

International study visit elective NOT COMPULSORY


MBA candidates have the choice to take an additional deep dive international immersion study visit* with Henley MBA students worldwide.

This option will help to build your international business acumen, adding international learning and insights to your professional development. 

*At a cost of R490,000 - excluding airfare, visa costs and travel insurance - the Henley Flexible Executive MBA with one international visit option is priced for affordability at 55% of the price for the same qualification if studied in the UK. 

Programme Information

Entry requirements

To join the Henley MBA programme you will need:

  • Three years’ management experience
  • An Honours degree or equivalent professional or international qualification with an NQF8 level*
  • Evidence of competence in English, if your last degree was not completed at an English institution – See: English language requirements (PDF)**
  • You must be able to gain access to company data for assignment purposes

For application support or clarification, please contact Yusuf Essack​​​​, MBA Business Development Partner at yusufe@henleysa.ac.za or +27 61 524 9370

*An Honours degree or equivalent professional or international qualification is required, however, we do welcome applications from candidates with exceptional management experience who may not meet all the formal criteria for admission. If you have a minimum of five years of work experience at a senior or strategic level and are without the required qualification, we would consider an application on the grounds of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).


**Please see the English language requirements (PDF) for a list of approved English language tests. We require applicants whose native language is not English or who did not complete their first degree in English to have taken one of the following tests and to have reached the minimum level indicated. You are required to submit documentary evidence of your performance level with your application. Please indicate on your application form the qualification you have taken and the grade you obtained, and attach the appropriate certificate. Alternatively, if the everyday working language of your current employer is English, please download and complete the proficiency at work (PDF) form, to be submitted with the Application. This must be signed by your Line Manager or HR Department.

How to apply

All applicants must submit:

  • A completed application form
  • Copy of SA ID or Passport
  • Current CV (please see example template)
  • One professional reference 
  • Certified copies of all qualification transcripts and certificate
  • If you have obtained a qualification outside of South Africa, please include with your application a certificate of evaluation, obtained from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) for each qualification.
  • English language test results or an English Proficiency at Work form, if applicable

Please see the entry requirements and application form notes before submitting your application.

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For application support or clarification, please contact Yusuf Essack, MBA Business Development Partner at  yusufe@henleysa.ac.z. or +27 61 524 9370

Download Flexible MBA Application Pack

 

MBA fees

Flexible EMBA without optional study immersion

MBA Fees 2024: R 385 000 (VAT exempt)
Please see below payment options with a breakdown of payment amounts due for the various options.

 

Payment Option 1

Payment Option 2

Payment Option 3

Stage 1

Full payment upfront
R371 500 You save R 13 500

Pay stage 1 and 2 upfront R262 000

Pay before stage 1 R176 000

Stage 2

Pay before stage 2 R91 500

Stage 3

Then before the start of stage 3 R123 000

Pay before stage 3 R123 000

Total

R371 500

R385 000

R390 500

 

Flexible EMBA including extra optional study immersion R490,000 (VAT exempt)

Please contact us to discuss payment plans. 

 

Need to finance your studies?

 At Henley, we are committed to providing our students with flexible financing options for their studies. Whether you’re an individual in need of finance or an organisation motivating for an increase in budget, we’re here to help.

 An international MBA from Henley Business School is a substantial investment. If you would like to know how we can help you, please contact one of our consultants to discuss the best financial solution for your specific needs.

Intake dates

The next intake starts on Wednesday, 23 October 2024 (Johannesburg)
23 October 2024
SA67
Start your application today (https://www.henleysa.ac.za/international-mba-qualification/#download)

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