02/01/2025
The Global Online MBA offers a flexible format to help you lead with impact, adapt to change and thrive in a digital world.
In search of the best blended learning courses in higher education? Find out how the Global Online MBA (GOMBA) will equip you to excel in a rapidly evolving business landscape. This part-time, blended program is designed for ambitious individuals looking to redefine careers and drive meaningful impact.
What is the Global Online MBA format?
The GOMBA program is available in two formats: blended or 100% online. This allows you to choose the option that best suits your lifestyle and commitments.
Blended format: Experience the best of both worlds with interactive online sessions alongside residential weeks in our vibrant Madrid location. These residential periods bring you face-to-face with peers and industry experts from across the globe, building invaluable relationships.
Online format: If attending in person isn’t possible, you can opt for a fully virtual experience. Live video conferences and asynchronous forums ensure you stay engaged and connected, no matter where you are.
The program is available for durations of 18 or 24 months, with intakes in September or March. This flexibility means you can seamlessly integrate studies into your busy professional and personal life.
Innovative teaching methods for blended learning courses
The Global Online MBA’s interactive live sessions, multimedia learning tools and high-impact modules mirror the complexities of real-world business. During online sessions, you’ll participate in group discussions, video conferences and forums led by expert faculty. This fosters collaboration and helps you engage with an international cohort of over 37 nationalities.
For the blended learning course’s format, you’ll enjoy face-to-face periods in Madrid for a more personal touch.
These offer the chance to connect with classmates, professors and guest speakers while exploring one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.
How do the residential periods work?
The blended GOMBA program includes three residential periods in Madrid, strategically designed to maximize your learning and networking opportunities:
First face-to-face period: Kick off the program with an immersive experience that builds foundational skills and fosters collaboration.
Second face-to-face period: Dive deeper into core business concepts with a speaker series and hands-on workshops. Gain experience applying your knowledge to real-world scenarios in our Sustainability Challenge.
Third face-to-face period: Wrap up your journey with advanced leadership training and career management skills, culminating in the Entrepreneurship and Specialization Project. At the same time, you’ll access exclusive networking opportunities with executives from a variety of industries.
For those opting for the 100% online format, virtual participation options provide a similarly impactful experience, ensuring you don’t miss out on key moments of connection and learning.
How much time will I dedicate to the program?
The GOMBA classes are delivered over three and a half hours online every Saturday. During the week, you are expected to engage in forum discussions, which provide lots of chances to get involved during time slots available throughout the day. Keeping in touch with your group when working on collaborative assignments is important, too.
On average, students spend between 20 and 25 hours per week on coursework, but you can adjust the timings based on your schedule.
The program’s design ensures you can balance your studies with work, family and other commitments. However, during exam periods and final projects, you may need to dedicate additional time to meet deadlines and achieve your best results.
Why choose the Global Online MBA?
We’ve tailored the Global Online MBA for professionals who seek transformation and growth. Whether you aim to advance your career, innovate within your organization or expand your entrepreneurial horizons, this program provides the tools, network and knowledge to make it happen. But don’t just take our word for it—read more about our students’ experiences.
With a focus on digital transformation, leadership and global collaboration, this program equips you with the skills to navigate today’s hybrid work environments and tackle the challenges of the digital age.
