Global Online MBA

Ranked 1st in the world in the QS Online MBA Rankings 2026, and 2nd in the world in the Financial Times Online MBA Rankings 2025. 

The Global Online MBA is a part-time programme, delivered in a distance learning online format that enables you to advance your career whilst studying at a global top 10 university.

The programme has been updated to give you more choice in tailoring your MBA with flexcore and elective modules. We have introduced powerful new modules in analytics, entrepreneurship and marketing, adding to your options in finance, leadership and strategy. And you can now choose to complete the programme in 21, 24 or 32 months.

This highly interactive online MBA is designed by our in-house educational technology specialists. Studying via our online learning platform, you will learn from world-class faculty at the Business School, whose academic excellence and industry knowledge will enrich your MBA experience.

Entry requirements

Those who are interested in applying to the Global Online MBA at Imperial Business School will need to meet the following criteria:

• Five years’ relevant postgraduate work experience. However, candidates with a minimum of three years' relevant experience can be exceptionally considered
• At least a Lower Second Class Honours degree; OR international equivalent; OR a recognised professional qualification
• English language test results (if applicable)

Imperial Business School may be able to consider applicants who do not meet the above entry requirements. For further information, please contact the admissions team, or visit the website. 

Admissions

To apply to study the Global Online MBA, you will need to complete an online application form and submit the following documents:

• Contact details of two referees
• Complete degree transcripts
• Personal statement
• An up-to-date CV
• Career planning essays
• English language test results (if applicable)
• Optional three minute video pitch
• Application processing fee

If your initial application is successful, you will be invited to attend an online interview with a member of the Admissions Committee. 

For more information regarding the application process to Imperial Business School, you can visit their website.