Distance learning MBA programmes 2007

32 of the top distance learning and online MBA providers: schools are listed by the number of enrolled MBA students

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University of Phoenix US MBA 40,000 26 - 5 63 2 y y 100 100 y n all Students learn from industry leaders: instructors hold positions within the fields they teach.
Edinburgh Business School, UK MBA 9,866 rolling - n/a 70 85 y n 100 0 n y Africa, Asia, Aus- Students can choose the study method (distance, on campus, via a centre) that best fits their indi-
Heriot-Watt University tralia, Europe, North vidual needs on a subject by subject basis. Students can work in English, Chinese or Spanish.
and South America
Henley Management College UK Executive Distance learning 5,080 3 and 1 AACSB, Amba, 6 67 73 y n 65 100 y y Africa, Asia, Aus- A focus on strategic thinking.
MBA/Executive Distance Learn- Equis tralia, Europe, North
ing MBA (Project Management) and South America
Open University Business School UK MBA (Open) 3,552 2 AACSB, Amba, 10 n/a 27 y n varies 100 y y Africa and Europe OU Business School dedicated exclusively to the development of distance learning. Entry points into
Equis management education for all managers.
MBA (Technology Management) 309 2 AACSB, Amba, 10 n/a 24 y n varies 100 y y Africa and Europe Prepares individuals and organisations for management of technological change.
Equis
MBA (Life Sciences) 62 2 AACSB, Equis 10 n/a 23 y n varies 100 y y Europe MBA designed for managers in organisations, ranging from pharmaceuticals to private healthcare
services.
U21Global Singapore MBA 3,000 rolling EFMD-Cel 5 100 85 y y 100 100 y n all Holistic learning environment.
Manchester Business School UK MBA for Financial Managers and 1,943 2 AACSB, Amba, 5 76 83 y n 100 100 y y Africa, Asia, Europe Flexibility to adapt courses to requirements of companies. Exemptions available for those with exist-
Worldwide Finance Professionals Equis ing professional qualifications. Same qualifications as on-campus degree.
MBA for Engineering Business 742 2 AACSB, Amba, 5 76 79 y n 100 100 y y Africa, Asia, Europe Same qualifications as on-campus MBA.
Managers Equis
MBA for Construction Executives 96 2 AACSB, Amba, 5 n/a 47 y n 100 100 y y Africa, Asia, Europe Developed in partnership with CITB-ConstructionSkills. Same qualifications as on-campus degree.
Equis
MBA for Commercial Executives 11 2 AACSB, Amba, 5 100 19 y n 100 100 y y Europe Recognised by the International Association of Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM). Same
Equis qualifications as on-campus degree.
Tecnológico de Monterrey Mexico MBA 1,900 3- none 80 10 y y 80 100 y n Asia, Europe, North Strong links with the corporate world.
and South America
Warwick Business School UK The Warwick MBA by Distance 1,822 2 AACSB, Amba, 8 80 44 y n 70- 80- y n all Opportunites for optional face-to-face teaching.
Learning Equis 100 100
University of Liverpool - Laureate UK MBA, MBA (Marketing), MBA 1,758 8 EFMD-Cel 6 90 78 n n/a 100 100 y n Africa, Asia, Aus- Small classes (max 18).
Online Education (Finance and Accounting) tralia, Europe, North
and South America
Walden University US MBA 1,664 6- 4 n/a 1 y y varies 100 y n all Students can personalise the degree to their needs.
Ellis College of the New York US MBA 1,571 17 - 5 60-65 10 y y 100 100 y n all Developed through collaboration with three world-class business schools - University of Chicago,
Institute of Technology Stanford University and Columbia Business School. Formally Cardean University.
Durham Business School UK The Durham MBA 1,049 rolling Amba, Equis 8 73 49 y n 20 0 y n all Wide range of electives.
Kelley School of Business, Indiana US Kelley Direct 600- 2 AACSB 5 96 10-15 y y varies 100 y n all Same faculty teach in the online MBA programme as in KSB's other MBA programmes. Support for
University 700 career development.
Bradford School of Management UK Distance Learning MBA 446 9 Amba, Equis 6 90 86 y n varies 0 y** y Asia Follows the same model as the full and part time degree and students can switch programmes if
circumstances change. Compulsory personal development portfolio elective. All core modules are
supported with mp3 audio recordings.
Thunderbird School of Global US Global MBA for Latin American 335 1 AACSB 5 91 94 n n 30 0 y y North and South Programme delivered in English to students throughout Latin and South America.
Management Managers America
Global MBA On-Demand 105 2 AACSB 5 n/a 10 n n 40 90 y n all Blended programme with international study opportunities.
University of Texas at Dallas US Global MBA Online 250 3 AACSB 6 90 10 y y 75 90 y n all Online courses taught by same faculty who teach on campus.
Global Leadership EMBA 85 3 AACSB 1.9 98 15 n/a n/a 80 80 y n all International study tour. Five weekend mini-residencies.
(GLEMBA)
Project Management MBA 60 1 AACSB 6 90 2 y y 95 95 y n North America 3 exit points: graduate certificate plus MS or MBA. 2 week international study tour.
Imperial College London: Tanaka UK Distance Learning MBA 362 1 Equis 5 90 61 y n 100 100 y n n/a Flexibility and supportive culture with relevant specialisations.
Robert Kennedy College Switzerland University of Wales MBA at 350 6- 5 80 90 y y 90 90 y n all Students are awarded the same degree as full time University of Wales students.
Robert Kennedy College
Babson College US Fast Track MBA 314 3 AACSB 8 91 1 y y 60 60 y n North America 24 months in length. Redesigned core curriculum in autumn 2006.
University of Strathclyde Business UK Strathclyde Flexible Learning 300 2 AACSB, Amba, 6 80 25 y n 0 0 y n Africa, Asia, Europe Ability to transfer to other study routes of the MBA. Opportunity to attend face-to-face seminars.
School MBA Equis
University of Florida US Internet MBA 261 2 AACSB 1.3 or 89 Less y n 15 90 y n all The same faculty that teach the traditional in-residence MBA programme. The same MBA degree as
2.25 than 1 all other MBA programmes at the University of Florida.
Syracuse University: Whitman US iMBA 259 3 AACSB 7 80-85 4 y n 93 93 y n all Time in residence at the Whitman School is typically 18 days per year. iMBA students integrated with
School of Management the full time MBA population for case competitions, career services, etc.
Arizona State University US W.P.Carey MBA - Online Program 220 2 AACSB 2 95 5 y y 100 100 y n all Online courses are taught by the same full-time faculty members who teach in other Carey MBAs. Also
offer a dual degree in electrical engineering.
George Washington University US George Washington University 183 6 AACSB 5 n/a 0 y y 100 100 y n North America The programme can be completed entirely online, which is particularly attractive to busy physicians.
School of Business Healthcare MBA
Royal Holloway, University of UK MBA in International Manage- 160 2 Amba 5 n/a 80 y n 100 0 y y Asia, Europe, North Exams can be taken around the world. Credits accumulated for certifcate and then MBA.
London ment America
Instituto de Empresa Spain Global MBA 127 2 AACSB, Equis 1.5 100 40- y y 100 100 y n Africa, Asia, Aus- 18 month programme. Induction courses and community integration days - offered in more than 15
72*** tralia, Europe, North cities around the world each year.
and South America
University of Surrey, School of UK Surrey MBA 108 2 AACSB, Amba 2 95 100 y n 30 0 y y Africa, Europe, North Weekend workshops in local study centres.
Management America
Aberdeen Business School, Robert UK eMBA 86 2 Amba 5 95 81 y n 100 100 y n all Scholarships available. Students graduate with same degree as on-campus counterparts. International
Gordon University study tour available. Two week residential on leadership development.
Aston Business School UK MBA (Distance Learning) 80 3 AACSB, Amba, 5 93 20 y n 50 10 y n Africa, Asia, Europe Students view DVD's of lectures, seminars and tutorials that take place on campus. Students MUST
Equis attend Aston Business School for 6 study weekends.
Euro MBA Consortium France, Netherlands, Euro*MBA 68 3 AACSB, Equis 3 95 75 y n 66 66 y n all 6.5 residential weeks in six different European countries. MBA diploma provided by the five partners.
Poland, Spain
Northeastern University US Northeastern University Online 57 9 AACSB 7 n/a 0 y y 100 100 y n all Online students earn the same degree as on-campus students.
MBA Program
Drexel University US MBA in Pharmaceutical Manage- 27 1 AACSB 2 100 0 y y 85 85 y n all Merges business strategy with science and technology.
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The table is compiled from a list of schools that completed a Financial Times survey. This is not a comprehensive list. *y = yes, n = no ** from September 2007 *** 40% from Spanish programme and 72% from English programme