MBA - 18 Months Focused on Career Growth

Focused on Career Growth

MBA - 18 Month

Strategic Leadership Development

The 18-Month MBA is a comprehensive program designed for ambitious professionals who require a steady pace to master complex business logic. This course bridges the gap between your current experience and the high-level decision-making skills needed for the global executive suite.

mba 18 months

Who is this Program For?

Executive Leadership Candidates

Successful managers, executives, and senior professionals who are ready to transition into high-level leadership roles and take their careers to a global level.

Strategic Career Accelerators

Ambitious individuals looking to fast-track their professional growth through an accelerated 12-month program that bridges the gap between experience and academic excellence.

Aspiring Entrepreneurs & Innovators

Professionals planning to launch a new enterprise or lead a startup, requiring the strategic decision-making and business logic provided by a top-tier MBA.

Program Modules & Credits

Strategy & Management

Learn to develop the resources and capabilities needed to sustain competitive advantage in a global market. This module explores how economic, political, and cultural factors influence strategy, while examining the impact of digital transformation and stakeholder expectations on organizational performance.

Project Management

Master the skills to manage projects as micro-organizations by handling budgets, risk, and stakeholder expectations. Using industry-standard tools and techniques, you will learn to deliver high-quality products and services on time, within budget, and to exact specifications.

Leadership in a Changing Environment

Equip yourself with the skills to lead people and technology through complex organizational transitions. This module analyzes the drivers of change and evaluates different leadership approaches and change models to ensure successful implementation.

Management Investigation

This is the capstone to the MBA programme. The focus of this capstone will be directly related to any pathway you have studied. Regardless of which MBA you have taken, what you are assured of is a project which will be directly related to an authentic business challenge and you will be able to deepen your knowledge in the area you want to concentrate on.

Everything You Need to Know

The programme is available in two duration modes:
  • 12 Months
  • 18 Months

The Learners must possess:
● Level 6 Award/Diploma or a bachelors degree or any other equivalent qualification

● 5 years or more of work experience in case you do not hold any formal qualification

● Learner must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the course.

The assessment is done via submission of assignment. There are no written exams.

The fee for the programme is as follows:
12 Months - AED 26500
18 Months - AED 24000

Stage 1 (Delivered by LSIB):
The programme involves delivery through on-line Learning Management System (LMS). This stage leads to award of Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership. Credits earned at this stage - 120 credits (60 ECTS).

Stage 2 (Delivered by the University / awarding body)
On completion of the diploma programme you progress / Top up with Degree through a UK University for progression to the MBA degree. The stage 2 is delivered via distance learning by faculties from the University / awarding body. Credits earned at this stage - 60 credits (30 ECTS).

Key Facts & Academic Path

Stage 1: Level 7 Diploma

Focus on core management expertise through
4 mandatory units and 2 specialized electives.

Stage 2: MBA Degree (Top-Up)

The final phase focused on a single Dissertation Project.

Why Choose GL Campus for Your MBA?

Global Recognition

Graduate with a qualification that is recognized and respected by employers worldwide, opening doors to international career opportunities.

Strategic Excellence

Our curriculum is designed to sharpen your critical thinking, provide exceptional management expertise, and awareness needed for global leadership.

Smart Learning Ecosystem

Experience a modern way of learning with purpose-built digital tools that allow you to study anytime and anywhere, fitting your education around your busy life.

Elite Global Network

Join a community of talented business professionals and build an influential global network through our exclusive online learning platform.

FAQs

The 18-month program is designed for students who prefer a more manageable pace. It covers the same core modules but spreads the workload over a longer period, allowing for deeper research and a more comprehensive focus on the final dissertation or project.

This track is ideal for students who have significant personal or professional commitments and want to ensure they can maintain a healthy work-life-study balance without compromising their academic performance.

Yes, the 18-month duration often allows students more time to explore specialized elective subjects in areas like Strategic Management, Digital Marketing, or International Finance, depending on their career goals.

The program is delivered via a blended learning model. You will have access to live online sessions, recorded lectures, and interactive workshops, ensuring you can study from anywhere while still engaging with faculty and peers.

The final MBA degree awarded is identical in value and recognition to the 12-month program. The certificate focuses on the qualification earned and the accreditation of the awarding body, rather than the specific timeframe taken to complete it.