Executive MBA Program Overview

The Executive MBA experience at MBSC is uniquely designed for students who want to study business while developing an entrepreneurial mindset. Inspired by Babson College's Entrepreneurial Thought and Action® (ET&A™), our program breaks down barriers between the various management and entrepreneurial disciplines, and provides students with dynamic, innovative education.

Program Details

• The MBSC Executive MBA was developed in collaboration with Babson Global, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Babson College, ranked #1 for its undergraduate and MBA entrepreneurship programs (U.S. News & World Report) for over two decades.
• The program adopts Babson College's unique approach to entrepreneurial education, which focuses on hands-on experiential learning that is practical and pragmatic.
• The curriculum includes a set of signature experiential courses that require students to apply their learning to real-world problems and possibly start new social or business ventures.
• The development of individuals continues outside of class through intentionally created co-curricular experiences that reinforce and build students' entrepreneurial leadership skills.

The Perfect Home for International Aspirations

For any aspiring Executive MBA students, the program at MBSC is the perfect platform for a lifetime of professional success. Not only will you enjoy world-class entrepreneurial education, but you will also have the unique opportunity to experience life and learning in today's Saudi Arabia, a nation at the heart of one of the world's fastest-growing economic markets.

The MBSC Executive MBA Difference

• Designed through a Global Collaboration
• Action Learning Model
• Experiential Learning
• Talented Business Oriented Faculty

Flexible Executive MBA Program

This format has been designed to allow our students to continue pursuing their career and manage their family obligations during their academic journey. You'll get MBSC's world-class curriculum, delivered by an industry-leading faculty in a flexible format that doesn't put your professional and personal life on hold.

At a Glance: MBSC Executive MBA

Schedule: Wednesday to Saturday – (Four consecutive full days once a month)

Duration: 18 Months

Starts: September 2025

Location: Predominantly Riyadh, 15 months in Riyadh and 3 months in KAEC. Predominantly KAEC, 18 months in KAEC.

MBA Core Curriculum

The best Executive MBA program is designed to provide you with advanced tools to understand and measure the performance of an organization, and a business project within that organization. Also, the core curriculum gives you the personal skills you need to adopt an entrepreneurial attitude and an entrepreneurial leadership style.

Executive MBA Concentrations

• Healthcare and Wellbeing Leadership concentration: Focuses on the critical aspects of healthcare transformation, including strategy, accounting, change management, and introducing a wellbeing mindset.
• Human Resources Management: Helps answer the call for competent, dynamic HR leaders to help attract and develop the best human potential within Saudi organizations.
• Tourism, Entertainment and Culture Concentration: Provides the fast-growing tourism industry with the required elite leadership skills to manage the strategic positioning of this promising sector.
• Financial Excellence Concentration: Designed for leaders who manage value creation and business growth in a dynamic and competitive business environment.
• Strategy in Action Concentration: Dives deep into the action part of strategy to provide a more comprehensive and complete picture of the entire strategy process.

Signature Learning Experience

The SLE is an invitation to develop one's personal project and test its feasibility in one of our four domains: stand-alone entrepreneurship, social entrepreneurship, family business development, and corporate venturing. Each student chooses their domain of preference and develops a realistic, feasible business that they are expected to launch, manage, and grow.

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Degree Overview:

The MBSC Executive MBA is designed for students who want to study business while developing an entrepreneurial mindset. It is inspired by Babson College’s Entrepreneurial Thought and Action® (ET&A™) and breaks down barriers between the various management and entrepreneurial disciplines. The program provides students with dynamic, innovative education. The MBSC Executive MBA was developed in collaboration with Babson Global, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Babson College, ranked #1 for its undergraduate and MBA entrepreneurship programs (U.S. News & World Report) for over two decades. The program adopts Babson College’s unique approach to entrepreneurial education which does not rely on passively listening to classroom lectures but focuses on hands-on experiential learning that is practical and pragmatic. The curriculum includes a set of signature experiential courses that require students to apply their learning to real-world problems and possibly start new social or business ventures. This type of project-based learning is supported by a network of mentors and advisors. The development of individuals continues outside of class through intentionally created co-curricular experience that reinforces and builds students’ entrepreneurial leadership skills.

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Outline:

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Program:

44 Credits Hours

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Schedule:

Wednesday to Saturday – Full Day (once a month)

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Duration:

18 Months

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Starts:

September 2024

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Location:

a minimum of 13 months in Riyadh, and the remaining period will be presented in our campus in KAEC.

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MBA Core Curriculum:

The core curriculum is designed to provide students with advanced tools to understand and measure the performance of an organization, and a business project within that organization. It also gives students the personal skills they need to adopt an entrepreneurial attitude and an entrepreneurial leadership style. This combination of hard skills (technical, for predictable environments) and soft skills (personal, ideal for uncertain environments) allows students to lead innovation that creates economic and social value. In addition, it provides training in interpersonal skills needed to adopt entrepreneurial thought and action.

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Signature Learning Experience (SLE):

The SLE is an invitation to develop one’s personal project and test its feasibility in one of our four domains: stand-alone entrepreneurship, social entrepreneurship, family business development and corporate venturing. Each student chooses their domain of preference and develops a realistic, feasible business that they are expected to launch, manage and grow.

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Executive MBA Concentrations:

• Healthcare and Wellbeing Leadership concentration: This concentration will allow EMBA and MIM graduates to study critical aspects of the healthcare sector transformation, including strategy, accounting in the healthcare context, change management and introducing a wellbeing mindset.

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Other:

• The program is designed to allow students to continue pursuing their career and manage their family obligations during their academic journey.
• The program is delivered by an industry-leading faculty in a flexible format that doesn’t put your professional and personal life on hold.
• The program is one of the top programs in Saudi Arabia.
• The program provides students with the opportunity to experience life and learning in today’s Saudi Arabia, a nation at the heart of one of the world’s fastest-growing economic markets.
• Students will be joining a diverse student body from a multitude of countries and backgrounds.

Prince Mohammad Bin Salman College of Business And Entrepreneurship

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Overview:

Prince Mohammad Bin Salman College of Business And Entrepreneurship (MBSC) is a leading institution dedicated to fostering business and entrepreneurial excellence in Saudi Arabia. It offers a range of graduate programs, executive education, and research initiatives aimed at developing skilled professionals and innovative leaders.

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Services Offered:

MBSC provides students with access to a comprehensive online campus, including:

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

MBSC offers a vibrant campus experience at King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC). Students can participate in intramural sports, including basketball and football, and build lasting friendships. The college also provides opportunities for social events and cultural experiences.

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Key Reasons to Study There:

World-Class Educational Experience:

MBSC provides a high-quality educational experience with a focus on practical skills and real-world applications.

Unique Location at KAEC:

The college's location at KAEC offers students access to a thriving business ecosystem and opportunities for networking and career development.

Campus & Facilities:

MBSC boasts modern facilities and a supportive learning environment.

Highly Talented & Diverse Faculty:

The college's faculty comprises experienced professionals and scholars with expertise in various business disciplines.

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Academic Programs:

MBSC offers the following graduate programs:

Executive MBA:

A program designed for experienced professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills and business acumen.

Master in Finance (MiF):

A program focused on developing expertise in financial analysis, investment management, and risk management.

Master in Management (MiM):

A program that provides a comprehensive understanding of business principles and prepares students for leadership roles in various industries.

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Other:

MBSC is accredited by the National Commission for Academic Accreditation (NCAAA), ensuring the quality and rigor of its programs. The college also has a strong focus on research and innovation, with faculty members actively engaged in publishing research and contributing to the development of new knowledge in the field of business and entrepreneurship.