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Executive MBA | Overview

The Montblanc Executive MBA (Executive Master of Business Administration Degree) is an exceptional experience of two-year program. We designed it to be with one of the best Executive MBAs in the world for mid-career executives poised at pivotal junctures in their careers.

We meet for two intensive days once a month in-person at in 7 countries and live-online. Our EMBA program is a true opportunity to join an elite forum for innovation and leadership, management, business, and entrepreneurship, in which you will develop an edge in your management capabilities and build a network that lasts a lifetime. We prepare for the the environment to make deep connections with the diverse and talented leaders.

You will go through advanced management practices and applied learning projects, you will emerge with a broader perspective and the tools needed to increase your impact.

Typical EMBA students come with a wide array of backgrounds and management experience, and most bring more than 10 years of professional experience as chief officers, managers, and business owners.

Executive MBA vs. MBA. What's the difference between the traditional MBA and the famous Executive MBA?

A lot of people considering an MBA program may not know the difference between an Executive MBA versus a traditional MBA program. It is a common misconception that the name “Executive” MBA is just a marketing gimmick to promote MBA programs. In reality, EMBAs and MBAs (full-time or part-time) are fundamentally different. Below are a few points to illustrate their differences that can help you determine which program you suits you better.

Unlike the traditional full-time Master of Business Administration programs that ambitious young professionals often choose, executive MBA programs tend to focus less on business basics and more on the nuances of business. While a conventional MBA may prepare someone to enter a management career, an EMBA is intended to teach a current leader how to be a more effective manager. An important distinction between a traditional MBA and an EMBA is that the classroom discussions sound and feel different, Dr. Claire Iallaten notes. "The level of discussion, when it comes to business cases, tends to be at a higher level (in EMBA courses)," Dr. Remy Arbaoui says. "People just have more real-world experience.".  He  affirms that the primary difference between executive and traditional MBA programs is the cohort of students in the programs. One advantage of an EMBA, Dr. Mohamed Younis adds, is that students can immediately apply the lessons learned in class at their workplaces.

Participant profiles

Our EMBAs are chosen both for their overall abilities, achievements, and the contributions they can bring to the cohort.

The Montblanc Executive MBA (EMBA) attracts a dynamic group of professionals from a myriad of industries and cultural backgrounds. You will learn alongside other, equally ambitious participants working closely with them throughout the EMBA journey and gaining a distinctive edge that extends far beyond the classroom.

Our EMBAs are chosen both for their overall abilities, achievements, and the contributions they can bring to the class. Each student brings a unique set of skills and experiences and together, they create a collaborative learning environment. The EMBA program is designed to allow opportunities for in-depth discussions with classmates and professors to enhance the overall learning experience.

Our EMBAs came from different Industries: Aerospace, Automotive, Banking & Finance, Construction and Property, Education, Energy, Oil and Gas, Engineering, FMCG, Insurance, IT, Landscaping, Manufacturing, Media, Medical/Pharma, Research, Retail, Security, Services, Shipping, Statutory Board, Transport and logistics, Travel, Tourism, and Hospitality.

The Montblanc EMBA has admitted professionals from many organizations across various industries ranging from SMEs to government statutory boards, government-linked companies, and MNCs.