Vlerick’s new Global Executive MBA programme: A journey of transformation

Take the leap – accelerate your path to international leadership

You know that business is hyper-international. Products, services and supply chains cross borders more than ever before.

To succeed in this ever-more-connected world, you need to know how to identify opportunities. You need to understand international approaches – and know how to communicate and lead global teams. You need the tools and awareness to navigate international competition, regulation and trends.

Global Executive MBA study course options 

To keep innovating, you need exposure to diverse ideas, practices and customer needs – as well as understanding global trends and regulation. And all of this needs to be underpinned with an integrated understanding of ethical and sustainable leadership.

This is why Vlerick’s Global Executive MBA (GEMBA) programme has been designed to offer a unique blend of company visits, guest speakers and practical assignments that take place in exciting international settings. It’s a high-impact approach that immerses you in diverse business approaches and perspectives – and gives you opportunities to see first-hand how business is conducted around the world.

Programme Overview

Becoming an international leader doesn’t have to take a lifetime. The GEMBA empowers you to accelerate your international leadership career in just 18 months. This is how...

A journey that spans four continents

Vlerick’s GEMBA provides vital exposure to diverse environments, so that you can expand your horizons and gain the skills to tackle global business challenges.

It’s a journey that can span Europe, Asia, Africa and America. And it transforms your thinking, perspective – and the impact you can have.

As with all Vlerick learning journeys, it prioritises hands-on, high-impact learning that gives you returns on your investment throughout the programme. Participants gain first-hand experience in different regions, preparing them to lead with a global mindset.

International Study Course Overview

Brussels basecamp: Leadership

The journey begins in Brussels – the beating heart of the European Union. Here, participants take part in a foundational module on leadership essentials, strategy and financial management. It’s the launchpad for the GEMBA journey ahead.

From the outset, the focus is on practical learning – so that participants can step off campus with the tools and approaches to make an immediate difference in their organisations.

Singapore or Cape Town: Leadership in an international context

Participants choose between Singapore and Cape Town for this module. In Singapore – in partnership with the Singapore Management University – the focus is on digital transformation and the future of work. Classroom learning is reinforced with visits to leading organisations including Bosch. In Cape Town – in collaboration with Stellenbosch Business School – the emphasis is on responsible leadership and sustainability. Highlights include visits to townships and tours of sustainable businesses and world-famous wineries.

EMBA Consortium – Choose from 10+ global locations

During the EMBA Consortium International Week, business schools from around the world host week-long explorations of unique themes and business challenges. The curriculum is updated every year, and can include topics such as:

• Family-owned, world market leaders – Munich
• Innovation and sustainability – Lima
• Geopolitics and long-term strategy – Tokyo
• Economic transformation – Warsaw

Participants choose which location they would like to attend – and then spend the week diving deep into their selected topic, alongside peers from across the world.

Paris: Sustainable value creation

Paris is one of the EU’s foremost financial hubs – and it’s here that participants dive into the critical topic of sustainable finance. They visit banks, investment firms, fintech companies and more to learn about ESG criteria, carbon markets and sustainable business practices.

This module – which was highlighted for its excellence by the Financial Times – deepens understanding of how businesses can create long-term value, sustainably.

San Francisco: Entrepreneurship and innovation

The final international study course takes place in Silicon Valley – the global epicentre of innovation. Hosted by UC Berkeley, the module includes in-depth learning on scaling start-ups, as well as visits to companies like Meta and Tesla.

Participants gain direct experience of Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial ecosystem – and connect with top executives and venture capitalists.

Become a leader who makes a difference in the world

If you’re ready to transform your career, your organisation – and the world around you – make sure you’re one of the professionals embarking on this journey in January next year.

This unique programme has been designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills and global perspective you need to excel in leadership.

The world needs brilliant, international leaders. You could be one of them.