Executive MBA in India
The Executive MBA in India is an international pathway for experienced professionals aiming to lead across markets. The programme spans India, Dubai, and Belgium beginning with core modules in India, followed by a mid-programme immersion in Dubai, and culminating in a 14-day residency at Vlerick Business School in Belgium. Along with the on-campus modules there are self-paced as well as online learning modules weaved into the 18-month journey.
On successful completion, participants will be awarded an Executive MBA degree by Vlerick Business School and a certificate from IMT Ghaziabad. This collaboration brings together academic rigor and world-class faculty and global corporate network to prepare leaders for senior roles in management, consulting, strategy, and global business.
Detailed programme
The programme includes four integral components:
- A hybrid delivery of core module, which includes online classes jointly delivered by the faculty of IMT Ghaziabad and Vlerick Business School, and three 7-day residential modules at IMT Ghaziabad campus.
- 2-week residential module in IMT Ghaziabad, Dubai campus, focused on doing sustainable and digital business in Dubai.
- 2-week residential module in Belgium focused on doing sustainable and digital business in Europe.
- The programme ends with a Capstone Project involving the application of research methods to business problems.
Phase 1: Core Management
Duration: 6–8 months, hybrid (on-campus & online)
Core modules in Leadership, Marketing, Finance, Strategy, HR, Operations, and Data-Driven Decision Making - delivered jointly by Vlerick and IMT faculty.
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Mid-Programme Immersion (Dubai)
Duration: 14 days, full-time
Mandatory international immersion focused on sustainable and digital business in Dubai -exploring transformation at the heart of one of the world's fastest-growing economies.
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Phase 2: Advanced Strategy & Global Leadership
Duration: One Academic Year
14-day Belgium residency
Advanced modules, electives alongside Vlerick's MBA cohort and a Capstone Project co-supervised by Vlerick and IMT faculty.
Why this programme
The programme offers an opportunity to study in a hybrid mode and earn a Global EMBA degree from Vlerick Business School, a Top FT-ranked European institution in Executive Education, and a certificate from IMT Ghaziabad, a Top-ranked Indian Business School. With exposure to multiple globally emerging markets and innovative pedagogies of world-class faculty, the programme offers participants a strong foundation in leadership and global strategy.
Career benefits
The Global Executive MBA is an 18-month international programme jointly delivered by IMT Ghaziabad, India and Vlerick Business School, Belgium. It is designed for experienced professionals with more than 5 years of experience, aiming to take on senior leadership roles across global markets.
Who should attend
This programme is ideal for mid to senior-level professionals, managers moving into leadership roles, and individuals in strategy, consulting, business, or technology domains
Practical info
- Starts 23 October 2026
- 18 months
- IMT Ghaziabad, India, Dubai + Vlerick Business School in Europe
- English
Fees and financing
India (IMT Ghaziabad)
Academic journey begins at IMT Ghaziabad campus.
- Application Fee (IMT): ₹2,500
- Year 1 Tuition Fee -₹12,50,000 + GST
Payable directly to IMT Ghaziabad.
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Belgium (Vlerick Business School)
Advanced Residency & Capstone at Vlerick, Belgium.
- Tuition Fee (Belgium): ₹12,50,000
(Exempt from Belgian VAT)
Payable directly to Vlerick Business School. (Tuition includes course material and boarding & lodging during on-campus stays. Flights, visa, and travel insurance not included. Merit-based scholarships available.)
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Merit-based scholarships are available for eligible participants.
Admissions
- Bachelor's degree (minimum 50%) from a recognised institution with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience and proven managerial responsibility.
- This programme is for residents in India, and ideal for mid to senior-level professionals, managers moving into leadership roles, and individuals in strategy, consulting, business, or technology domains
Get in touch!
Sihame Ghaddab
MBA Recruitment Manager – (Global) Executive and Online MBA