Executive MBA
Strategic Leadership and Management for Women
Code
MBA100/W
Course type
MBA
Study Period
Part-time: 2 years
Credits
120 ECTS
Study method
Blended online
Start Date
September 2026
MBA
Strategic Leadership and Management for Women
The MBA in Strategic Leadership and Management for Women is a distinctive and forward-looking programme designed to prepare women for leadership in today’s complex, fast-changing, and opportunity-rich professional world. This innovative degree combines the strong foundations of an MBA with a specialised focus on women’s leadership development, offering a powerful blend of strategic business knowledge, professional growth, and practical leadership capability.
As a student on this programme, you will explore the key areas of leadership, strategy, human resource management, finance, digital marketing, coaching, mentoring, and project management, while also developing the confidence, visibility, and professional presence needed to progress into senior roles. The curriculum is designed to address both the demands of modern organisations and the real opportunities and challenges faced by women in leadership.
Through a blend of academic study, applied learning, reflective practice, and professionally relevant assignments, you will gain the knowledge and skills to lead with clarity, resilience, and impact. The programme is designed not only to strengthen business competence, but also to support women in building their voice, expanding their influence, and navigating leadership with authenticity and purpose.
This MBA is more than a qualification; it is a platform for personal and professional transformation. Whether you aim to progress into senior management, develop your own business, lead organisational change, or expand your leadership opportunities across business, education, sport, health, or public service, this programme will equip you with the insight, capability, and confidence to achieve your goals.
Join us on this exciting journey and take the next step towards becoming a strategic, confident, and impactful leader. Welcome to the MBA in Strategic Leadership and Management for Women — where your future in leadership begins.
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This module gives the programme its contemporary strategic edge. It focuses on how organisations respond to innovation, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, platform competition, and rapid market disruption.
Students develop the tools needed to analyse changing business environments, identify strategic opportunities, and lead innovation with confidence. The module also helps students understand how to position themselves as credible and effective strategic leaders in fast-moving, technology-driven settings.
Indicative topics
Disruptive innovation, digital transformation, strategic analysis, AI and business change, competitive strategy, scenario planning, business model innovation, and leading through ambiguity.
Typical assessment
Strategic case analysis, innovation proposal, and group presentation on digital disruption in a real organisation.
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This module focuses on the strategic role of people, talent, and organisational capability in business success. It moves beyond operational HR to address how organisations recruit, develop, retain, and promote talent in ways that build sustainable performance and inclusive leadership pipelines.
Students explore how culture, systems, and people practices shape organisational effectiveness, engagement, and progression. The module is especially valuable for those seeking leadership roles that involve team development, organisational change, and culture-building.
Indicative topics
Talent management, inclusive recruitment, succession planning, leadership pipelines, performance and reward systems, organisational culture, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion strategy, and change management.
Typical assessment
HR strategy report, culture audit, and policy redesign exercise focused on inclusive progression.
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This flagship module sets the tone for the programme by introducing students to strategic leadership through the lens of women’s leadership development. It explores leadership identity, executive confidence, influence, visibility, and the realities of navigating leadership in modern organisational settings.
Students examine how leadership is understood and practised, how women can strengthen their leadership presence, and how to lead authentically in environments that often place competing demands on women professionals. The module also develops strategic thinking, executive communication, and confidence in high-level decision-making.
Indicative topics
Leadership identity, strategic thinking, executive communication, confidence and imposter syndrome, visibility in organisations, allyship, women’s pathways into leadership, and leadership in uncertain environments.
Typical assessment
Reflective leadership portfolio, strategic leadership presentation, and leadership development plan.
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Financial confidence is essential for effective leadership. This module equips students with the financial knowledge and decision-making skills required to lead responsibly and strategically.
Students learn how to interpret financial information, manage budgets, assess investments, evaluate risk, and make sound business decisions with confidence. The module is practical, applied, and designed to make finance accessible, relevant, and empowering for emerging and experienced women leaders alike.
Indicative topics
Financial statements, budgeting, variance analysis, capital investment, cash flow, pricing, risk, and strategic financial decision-making.
Typical assessment
Financial analysis report, spreadsheet-based decision exercises, and strategic funding recommendation.
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This is one of the programme’s signature modules and a key differentiator of the MBA. It focuses on the power of coaching, mentoring, and sponsorship in professional development, leadership growth, and career progression.
Students learn how to use mentoring relationships strategically, how coaching can support confidence and performance, and how effective women leaders can also become mentors, coaches, and sponsors for others. The module develops both personal insight and practical skill, making it highly relevant for leadership, people development, and organisational impact.
Indicative topics
Coaching models, mentoring frameworks, sponsorship, role models, listening and questioning, developmental feedback, confidence-building, network support, and designing mentoring interventions.
Typical assessment
Mentoring log, coaching reflection, role-model analysis, and practical coaching demonstration.
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In a highly connected world, leadership visibility matters. This module combines core digital marketing knowledge with the strategic self-promotion skills needed to build a strong professional presence.
Students learn how to position brands, communicate effectively online, engage audiences, and develop a credible and authentic public profile. The module is especially valuable for women seeking to enhance their influence, strengthen their visibility, and present themselves with confidence across professional and digital platforms.
Indicative topics
Personal branding, digital marketing strategy, content planning, LinkedIn and professional platforms, storytelling, audience engagement, executive profile building, and thought leadership.
Typical assessment
Digital brand audit, self-promotion strategy, content campaign, and reflective commentary on visibility and authenticity.
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This module develops the practical skills needed to move from strategy to execution. It equips students to initiate, plan, manage, and evaluate projects effectively across a range of organisational contexts.
Students gain confidence in project planning, stakeholder management, budgeting, scheduling, implementation, and risk management. This module is particularly relevant for women who want to lead change initiatives, deliver business improvements, or manage complex projects with clarity and authority.
Indicative topics
Project planning, stakeholder management, scheduling, budgeting, change projects, risk management, implementation, reporting, and project leadership.
Typical assessment
Full project plan, risk register, implementation presentation, and reflective evaluation of leadership during project delivery.
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The module is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and techniques involved in conducting rigorous academic research. It encompasses a range of essential topics, including research design, data collection methods, data analysis, and interpretation. Students learn to formulate research questions, select appropriate methodologies, gather and analyze data, and draw meaningful conclusions. The module strongly emphasises qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, enabling students to choose the most suitable approach for their research inquiries. Additionally, ethical considerations in research are explored, ensuring that students adhere to responsible research practices. Through practical exercises and projects, participants acquire the essential skills needed for successful academic and professional research endeavours.
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he programme culminates in an Applied MBA Project / Consultancy Dissertation, providing students with the opportunity to bring together the full range of knowledge and skills developed across the degree.
The final project is designed to be practical, professionally relevant, and strategically focused. Students investigate a real organisational or leadership challenge and produce a substantial piece of work that demonstrates MBA-level analysis, insight, and application.
Examples of project themes may include:
women’s leadership pipelines in organisations
inclusive organisational culture redesign
mentoring systems for female talent
strategic visibility and advancement
digital transformation and leadership
talent retention and progression
entrepreneurship and leadership branding
This capstone element gives the MBA both academic credibility and real-world impact.
This qualification is awarded under Swiss private higher education regulations and is certified by the eduQua quality label for adult and continuing education in Switzerland. It is not aligned with the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) system, and does not confer a formally recognised academic award in Ireland.
“Doing the MBA with Longford gave me a new level of confidence to step outside of my comfort zone”
Course Info.
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Embarking on an MBA program is a compelling choice within the pracademic framework as it allows professionals, like yourself, to bridge the gap between real-world business acumen and academic rigor. This educational journey offers a unique opportunity to integrate theoretical insights into practical decision-making, equipping individuals with a holistic understanding of management, strategy, and leadership. The MBA's emphasis on case studies, industry projects, and collaborative learning fosters a dynamic environment where you can apply your business expertise, fostering a well-rounded perspective that is invaluable for both your role as a CEO and your position as a university professor of business. Moreover, the continuous evolution of business practices in the AI and education sectors makes an MBA an ideal platform to stay abreast of the latest trends and innovations, further enhancing your pracademic approach to these fields.
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Integrate Business and Education: The primary aim of this MBA programme is to facilitate the integration of your extensive experience in business, education, and AI. It aims to create a synergy between these domains, equipping you with a unique skill set that can drive innovation in both sectors.
Enhance Leadership and Management Skills: This programme aims to enhance your leadership and management skills, empowering you to lead confidently as a CEO while fostering effective management practices within educational institutions. It seeks to bridge the gap between theory and practice, enabling you to apply management principles effectively.
Foster Cross-Disciplinary Thinking: Given your pracademic approach, the MBA program aims to cultivate cross-disciplinary thinking. It encourages you to draw connections between AI, business, and education, fostering innovative solutions and strategies that can be applied in real-world settings.
Advanced Knowledge in AI and Business: The program aims to deepen your knowledge of AI and its applications in the business context. It provides insights into the latest AI technologies, their implementation, and their impact on various industries.
Develop Entrepreneurial Skills: This MBA programme aims to nurture your entrepreneurial skills, allowing you to explore opportunities for innovation and growth, both in your role as a CEO and in educational ventures related to AI. It encourages a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
Promote Ethical Business Practices: Given the importance of ethics in business and education, the program aims to instil a solid ethical foundation. It emphasizes ethical leadership, responsible AI implementation, and ethical considerations in decision-making.
Facilitate Networking and Collaboration: The program aims to provide ample opportunities for networking and collaboration with professionals from diverse backgrounds. It encourages you to engage in meaningful collaborations that can lead to joint ventures, research projects, or educational initiatives.
Culminate in a Comprehensive Project: This MBA programme aims to culminate in a comprehensive project to align with your goal of writing a book on AI and adult education. It can be a thesis, research paper, or strategic business plan that serves as the foundation for your book.
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An MBA provides a versatile skill set and opens doors to many career opportunities in both traditional and emerging fields. Your career path may depend on your interests, skills, and the industry or sector that aligns best with your goals and values.
Management and Leadership Roles: MBAs are well-suited for leadership positions such as CEO, CFO, COO, or General Manager in various industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, and more.
Consulting: Management consulting firms often hire MBAs to work on strategy, operations, and organisational improvement projects for clients. This role involves solving complex business problems and providing strategic advice.
Entrepreneurship: Many MBA graduates choose to start their own businesses or join startups. The skills gained during an MBA program, including business planning, finance, and marketing, are invaluable for entrepreneurial success.
Finance and Investment Banking: MBAs can pursue careers in finance, including roles in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, and financial analysis. These roles involve managing investments, analyzing financial data, and making strategic financial decisions.
Marketing and Brand Management: Marketing is a popular career path for MBA graduates. They can work in product marketing, brand management, digital marketing, and market research, among other areas.
Supply Chain and Operations Management: MBA graduates often find roles in supply chain management, logistics, and operations management. They optimize processes, manage inventory, and ensure efficient production and distribution.
Human Resources Management: HR professionals with an MBA can take on strategic HR roles, including HR management, organizational development, and talent acquisition.
Healthcare Management: For those interested in healthcare, an MBA can lead to careers in healthcare administration, hospital management, and healthcare consulting.
Technology Management: MBA graduates can work in technology companies in roles such as product management, technology consulting, and IT project management.
Nonprofit and Social Impact: Many nonprofits and organizations focused on social impact value the strategic and leadership skills of MBA graduates. They can work in roles related to program management, fundraising, and social entrepreneurship.
International Business and Global Expansion: An MBA with a global focus can lead to careers in international business, including global market entry strategies and international business development.
Government and Public Sector: MBA graduates can pursue careers in government agencies, working on policy development, public administration, and government consulting.
Education Administration: If interested in the education sector, an MBA can lead to roles in educational administration, curriculum development, and educational leadership.
Real Estate and Property Management: MBA graduates can explore careers in real estate investment, property management, and real estate development.
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The Academic and English Language Proficiency entry requirements for the MBA programme.
Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is typically a fundamental requirement for admission to an MBA programme. Most MBA programmes accept applicants with a wide range of undergraduate majors.
Work Experience: Our MBA programs prefer applicants to have some work experience, often ranging from 2 to 5 years or more. Work experience is valued because it contributes to classroom discussions and brings real-world perspectives to the programme.
TOEFL or IELTS (for International Students): If you are an international applicant and English is not your native language, you may need to demonstrate English language proficiency through tests like TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System).
Transcripts and Academic Records: You must provide transcripts or academic records from all previous educational institutions you have attended. These documents verify your academic qualifications.
CV: A current resume or curriculum is required to outline your professional and academic background, work experience, achievements, and relevant skills.
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Tuition Fees for National and International Students
Years for Part-Time Study - 2 years
Current fee per year - € 6,500*
The Master’s Degree is worth 120 credits. The fee per year is based on studying four modules per year for 2 years.
Total fee for qualification at current prices - € 13,000*
Our qualifications cost less than any equivalent-level qualifications offered at campus-based and most online universities.
What's included?
Your course fees cover your tuition, assessment and study materials, with some minor additional costs required for your graduation.
For this qualification, you'll need:A computer and the internet to access our learning resources and to participate in online tutorials.
*The fee information provided here is valid for modules starting from September 2026.
Payment Options & Terms
We offer flexible payment plans for most programmes, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your circumstances:
Annual Payment
Monthly Instalments
Per Module Payment
To maintain uninterrupted access to your course, payments should remain up to date throughout your studies.
If a payment is missed, your course access may be temporarily suspended until the account is brought up to date. However, all lectures are recorded, allowing you to catch up on missed sessions and review materials at a time that suits you.
We understand that financial difficulties can occasionally arise. If you are experiencing any issues with payments, we encourage you to contact our support team as early as possible. We are always happy to discuss your situation and explore suitable alternative arrangements where possible.
Most credit and debit cards are accepted.
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Scholarships & Student Support
You may be eligible for a scholarship or additional learner support during your studies.
At Longford International College, we welcome students from all backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive learning environment for everyone.
If you require any additional support during your studies, please include details within your application so our team can assess your requirements and discuss the options available to you.
