This is our Executive MBA
The Executive MBA is designed to provide current and aspiring leaders with the skills and confidence needed to drive successful businesses.
The programme offers a comprehensive understanding of business fundamentals, with a special emphasis on leadership development and sustainable business practices.
As a student, you will improve your decision-making skills and leadership abilities - all within the framework of a flexible course structure that allows you to continue working full-time while you are studying.
6 unique features of the BI Executive MBA
- Transformative Leadership Development Programme
Sharpen your leadership with 360° feedback, executive coaching, and immersive reflection - designed to elevate both personal and professional growth. Read more about Leadership Development here. - Learn innovation and entrepeunership at Berkeley
As part of our core courses, you'll visit the renowned Haas School of Business at Berkeley to study innovation and entrepreneurship—right next door to some of the most successful companies in modern society. - Real-world Consultancy Project
The Consultancy Project is a cornerstone of the Executive MBA at BI Norwegian Business School. It offers participants the opportunity to apply the skills gained throughout the EMBA to solve a substantial, real-world business challenge. Read more about Consultancy Project here. - Customisable learning through elective courses
Choose from a wide range of electives to tailor your experience - explore your interests, specialise, or expand your strategic horizon. - Sustainability at the core
Learn to lead responsibly by integrating sustainable thinking into every decision - creating long-term value for business and society alike. - A powerful, international network
Study across international learning venues and gain fresh perspectives from a diverse, global cohort.
Who is the Executive MBA for?
The Executive MBA programme is designed for ambitious mid- to senior-level managers, executives, and entrepreneurs who aspire to advance their leadership skills and further their careers.
If you want to make an impact, our Executive MBA could be the career-changing experience you need.
"An Executive MBA at BI is more than a degree; it's a network, a confidence builder, and a personal development journey, fostering long-term career success."——Anders Dysvik, Associate Dean Executive MBA
Programme structure
The Executive MBA programme starts on 9 February and extends over 18 months, consisting of the following core elements:
Throughout the programme there are 5 compulsory weeks with core courses. 4 weeks are delivered at the BI Norwegian Business School campus in Oslo and 1 week at Haas School of Business in Berkeley.
9 - 14 February 2026 (Oslo)
4 - 9 May 2026 (Oslo)
7 - 12 September 2026 (Oslo)
22 - 26 February 2027 (Berkeley)
20 - 23 September 2027 (Oslo)
Choose three out of nine elective courses. Each elective lasts for 1 week, and is delivered as in-class on campus sessions.
1 - 5 June 2026 (Oslo/Shanghai)
23 - 27 November 2026 (Madrid/Potsdam/Stockholm)
31 May - 4 June 2027 (Oslo)
7 - 11 June 2027 (Oslo)
Online sessions
Between the in-class sessions, students must attend 4 hour-webinars Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings every second week.