Entrepreneurship

With AI transforming the way companies operate, it’s the softer, human skills—like communication, teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence—that are becoming even more valued in business leaders.

Executive education is always evolving, in response to the needs of the business world. And, in 2024, top business schools around the world are offering innovative programs that cater to the demands of modern executives. These programs focus on essential skills such as leadership, digital transformation, sustainability and global strategy, reflecting the current trends and challenges in the business landscape.

With a multitude of learning options available, the traditional MBA degree is no longer the singular path to career advancement it once was. According to a recent survey by consultants Carrington Crisp, nearly 40% of potential MBA students would consider enrolling in short non-degree executive courses instead of committing to a full MBA program. These findings raise a question: Can a basket of executive courses really replace an MBA?

Even as pandemic restrictions have been loosened, online methods of delivery have become a permanent fixture of executive education, swelling digital enrolments