Executive MBA Defence Export

Our unique Executive MBA Defence Export programme, delivered in partnership with Grant Thornton combines the best of academic insight and commercial application. The programme has been developed based on the insights and expertise of the Defence Growth Partnership's partner firms, we’ll use this to help you develop your leadership and management skills with a specific focus on business growth and innovation in the defence export sector.

This Executive MBA programme will allow you to join a community of skilled individuals in developing the necessary know-how and confidence to stand out from the crowd.

We encourage you to come and experience a world-class university programme delivered by a university famous for innovation, career-enhancing services and world-renowned faculty and a company reputed for the quality of its service and advice, with a passion for shaping a vibrant economy.

Who is it for?

This Executive MBA is designed to fit into the busy schedules of defence export specialists or those who may have responsibility for international programmes now or in the future, and who are looking to move into senior management and leadership roles, as well as those on a fast track career path within their organisation.

Businesses increasingly seek strategic thinkers with sound leadership capabilities, strong financial skills, an intrapreneurial mindset, global understanding and excellent people skills. The Cranfield Executive MBA Defence Export, delivered in partnership with Grant Thornton, will take you out of your comfort zone and transform you to reflect, question and find solutions to complex business challenges.

Why this course?

Developed by Cranfield and the Defence Growth Partnership (DGP), the Executive MBA Defence Export has been created to enhance the leadership and management skills of defence export specialists, while strengthening their existing sector knowledge.

You will study with a cohort of experienced professionals drawn from a range of industries and countries, building your network and giving you insights into best practice internationally. In addition, you will be able to apply the knowledge and skills you develop during the programme immediately in the workplace.

You will carry out projects and assignments and participate in competitions and business simulations, designed to help you apply the theories, tools and techniques you learn. The programme is designed to support your career progression, preparing you to carry out senior strategic roles successfully or to build your own business.

You will attain a qualification from a world-class institution and join an exclusive network of alumni in over 160 countries around the world.

The course meets the requirements of the Level 7 Senior Leader Master's Degree Apprenticeship. Subject to eligibility, your organisation may be able to use their apprenticeship levy to cover the costs of you attending this course.

Accreditation

Cranfield School of Management is one of an elite group of business schools worldwide to hold triple accreditations from:

• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
• Association of Master of Business Administration (AMBA)
• European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).