York St John University

Master in Executive MBA

York, United Kingdom 1 year Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose York St John University

  • TEF Gold for student experience, Silver overall (TEF 2023)
  • Well-explained teaching — 93% positivity score (National Student Survey 2025)
  • 21 programmes taught entirely in English, from bachelor's to master's level
  • City students rate top — York named the UK's most popular city (YouGov 2025)
  • Second campus in London, plus partners in Singapore, United Arab Emirates and Zurich

About Master in Executive MBA

At York St John University, tuition costs 15,914 USD per year, while the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027.

The Executive MBA program at York St John University is tailored for professionals seeking to enhance their leadership skills and business acumen. This one-year master's program is designed for individuals with significant work experience who are looking to advance their careers in management. The program's flexible format allows students to balance their studies with professional commitments, making it ideal for those who thrive in a dynamic learning environment.

Students in the Executive MBA will engage with a curriculum that covers essential topics such as strategic management, financial decision-making, and organizational behavior. The program emphasizes practical learning through case studies, group projects, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. This hands-on approach equips students with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of modern business environments and prepares them for leadership roles.

Graduates of the Executive MBA program can pursue various career paths, including positions such as Business Development Manager, Operations Director, and Strategic Consultant. Many alumni find opportunities in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and technology. The skills acquired during the program are transferable, allowing graduates to adapt to various industries and roles, enhancing their employability in a competitive job market.

About York St John University

You will study on Lord Mayor's Walk, a York St John campus just outside the city's medieval walls with York Minster in view. The university holds a TEF Gold award for Student Experience, and this catalogue lists 21 of its degrees, taught across its York and London campuses.

York St John University sits on Lord Mayor's Walk, a historic campus just outside York's medieval city walls, with a view of York Minster. It has around 7,000 students and staff across its York and London campuses. York offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees; London teaches mostly postgraduate courses, with a handful of undergraduate top-up options.

How tuition works

Most of the degrees listed here cost £12,100 a year for international students. Five programmes with laboratory, clinical or placement-heavy teaching cost £14,900: Biomedical Science, Diagnostic Radiography, Counselling and Mental Health, and the two English Language and Linguistics degrees. You are guaranteed a place in University accommodation for your first undergraduate year if you apply by the deadline, and York St John awarded more than £1.1 million in scholarships and bursaries in the 2023/24 academic year.

York

You will be based in a city YouGov named the UK's most popular in 2025, two hours from London by train and home to around 200,000 people. Its medieval walls, York Minster and independent shops are on your doorstep. York St John holds a TEF Gold award for Student Experience, and 93% of students rated teaching staff positively in the 2025 National Student Survey.

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Tuition (international students)
15,914 USD per year
Quoted as 11,800 GBP per year
Application Fee
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This program's tuition is 40% below the typical master's in the United Kingdom.

Median tuition for that cohort is 25,624 USD, across 13,108 programs on Global Admissions.

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You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

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Required documents

• Curriculum Vitae

• English Language Certificate

• Personal Statement

• Your Highest Academic Transcript (in English)

• Your Photograph

• Your Graduation Certificate (in English)

• Your Passport Copy

Application process

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• The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

• Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

• After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

• The university may contact you directly for further questions.

• We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

• After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

• Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

Master in Executive MBA: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Master in Executive MBA?
Tuition: USD 15,913.71 per year.
How long is the Master in Executive MBA program?
The program duration is 1 year.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2027-04-01.
Is Master in Executive MBA available online?
This is an on-campus program at York St John University in York.

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