Two universities, two MBA qualifications: discover our MBA Dual Degree

What does it take to lead in an increasingly connected world? Edinburgh Business School (EBS) and the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) are bringing together their expertise to offer you a distinctive international MBA experience, designed to fit around your career.

Business today crosses borders, cultures and markets. If you're looking to develop your leadership skills in this environment, gaining an international perspective can make a real difference.

With the MBA Dual Degree from EBS and FHNW, you'll benefit from the strengths of two business schools through one flexible, fully online programme.

Hear from Co-Programme Chairs Dr Bryan Rodgers (EBS) and Dr Laila Kabous (FHNW) as they introduce the programme and share how it can help you achieve your ambitions.

Two universities, one international learning experience

The MBA Dual Degree combines Edinburgh Business School's international reach with FHNW's practice-oriented approach and AACSB-accredited business education.

When you successfully complete the programme, you'll earn two qualifications: an MBA from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University and an MBA in Cross-Cultural Leadership from FHNW.

As Dr Laila Kabous, Co-Programme Chair, explains in the video: "We combine international academic perspectives with practical relevance, creating a programme that is globally oriented while remaining closely connected to business practice."

You'll benefit from the expertise of both institutions, combining academic knowledge with practical approaches to business challenges. You'll also receive recognition from both universities, with the opportunity to attend two graduation ceremonies.

Develop the skills to lead across borders

Working across international markets involves more than understanding business strategy. You'll also need to navigate different cultures, communicate effectively and make decisions in complex environments.

Through the MBA Dual Degree, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to work with people and organisations across borders, with a particular focus on cross-cultural leadership. You'll explore leadership, intercultural negotiation, strategy and innovation, learning how to apply business concepts to real-world challenges.

This practical approach means you can connect what you learn with the situations you encounter in your professional life, helping you put new ideas and approaches into practice.

International learning that fits around your career

An international learning experience doesn't have to mean relocating or taking time away from work.

Delivered 100% online, the MBA Dual Degree gives you the flexibility to balance your studies with your professional and personal commitments. You can choose how many courses to study at a time and progress at a pace that suits you.

For Dr Bryan Rodgers, Co-Programme Chair, this flexibility creates opportunities for professionals with international ambitions: "This is a real opportunity for anyone who has global aspirations but doesn't necessarily want to spend their life travelling."

By studying alongside your career, you'll have opportunities to apply your learning directly in the workplace, connecting new ideas with the challenges you face and the decisions you make every day.

An MBA shaped by your ambitions

Choosing an MBA is a personal decision. Your professional goals, interests and the difference you want to make all play a part in finding the right programme for you.

With the MBA Dual Degree, you can build on your existing business knowledge while developing an international perspective and strengthening your cross-cultural leadership skills.

Whether you're looking to develop your leadership capabilities, work more effectively across international markets or bring new perspectives to your current role, you'll have the opportunity to build on your experience and develop skills that support your ambitions.

Explore the MBA Dual Degree

Interested in discovering how the expertise of two universities could support your professional development?

Watch the full video to hear directly from Dr Bryan Rodgers and Dr Laila Kabous about the thinking behind the programme and what you can expect from your studies.

If the MBA Dual Degree aligns with your ambitions, we'd love to help you explore your next steps.

Discover the MBA Dual Degree, including course content, entry requirements, fees and how to enrol.