Ebraheem Alsamadi

The Executive MBA is designed for experienced professionals who are looking to enhance their careers with part-time study. The modular programme offers a convenient format for busy executives and is delivered in Shanghai, China in one of world's most vibrant cities.
We recognise that business leaders will be required to demonstrate an array of professional skills, critical analysis and strategic planning. Our Executive MBA is focused on developing these core, transferable business skills.
It offers ambitious professionals the opportunity to further advance their careers by developing the vision, knowledge and strategic leadership skills needed to pursue a high profile career in business.
Our Executive MBA is designed to enhance your professional credentials with a globally-recognised MBA degree and first-class management training. The programme consists of nine core modules, and a Practical Intervention Project that will evidence the culmination of your study. The core modules include Global Strategy, Leading Strategic Change, Management Effectiveness, and Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Graduates from the programme will reap multiple benefits for themselves and their career. The programme will help you to:
Please contact study@abdn.ac.uk for more information about this programme.
We will endeavour to make all course options available; however, these may be subject to timetabling and other constraints. Please see our InfoHub pages for further information.
Further Information about tuition fees and the cost of living in Aberdeen
The University of Aberdeen provides an Alumni Discount Scheme:
The University of Aberdeen is very pleased to offer a 20% discount on postgraduate tuition fees for all alumni who have graduated with a degree from the University of Aberdeen. More Information can be found here.
Eligible self-funded international Masters students will receive the Aberdeen Global Scholarship. Visit our Funding Database to find out more and see our full range of scholarships.
Our Executive MBA programme is delivered in Shanghai, China, over long weekends (Friday to Sunday), starting in September or April. You will follow an eight-week cycle of part-time study over two years, during which you will be taught by a wide range of experts including professors, lecturers, teaching fellows and postgraduate tutors. The classroom teaching comprises a mix of lectures, group work, case studies and discussion, and this along with one-to-one supervision is designed to provide you with a sound underpinning for a specific programme of practical research.
We will cover key aspects of business management theory and practice with a strong emphasis on balancing knowledge and skills. You will develop a broad understanding and holistic view of the drivers of global business and the most effective approaches to the management of an international organisation. In short, you will be more than ready to move on to the next stage of your career.
The information below is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee entry to the University of Aberdeen.
This programme is for you if you have a minimum of FIVE years’ post-degree work experience, a track record of professional achievement and a good first degree (equivalent to a British second-class Honours degree) or above in any discipline. The Programme Director may consider applicants with non-standard qualifications. If you have non-standard qualifications and extensive work experience, please ensure to enclose a complete CV and detailed work references.
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To study for a Postgraduate Taught degree at the University of Aberdeen it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:
IELTS Academic:
OVERALL - 6.5 with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 5.5; Speaking - 5.5; Writing - 6.0
TOEFL iBT:
OVERALL - 90 with: Listening - 17; Reading - 18; Speaking - 20; Writing - 21
PTE Academic:
OVERALL - 62 with: Listening - 59; Reading - 59; Speaking - 59; Writing - 59
Cambridge English B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency:
OVERALL - 176 with: Listening - 162; Reading - 162; Speaking - 162; Writing - 169
Read more about specific English Language requirements here.
You will be required to supply the following documentation with your application as proof you meet the entry requirements of this degree programme. If you have not yet completed your current programme of study, then you can still apply and you can provide your Degree Certificate at a later date.
The Executive MBA is tailored to help accelerate your career in the world of international business. You will gain the skills employers are looking for in senior positions and/or acquire the skills to you need to radically change career path or start your own business.
Our Executive MBA is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). CMI is the only chartered professional body in the UK dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. Students who complete degree programmes that are CMI accredited will graduate with a professional qualification and be a member of the CMI.
You will be taught by a range of experts including professors, lecturers, teaching fellows and postgraduate tutors. Staff changes will occur from time to time; please see our InfoHub pages for further information.