Executive MBA (Finance) is a part-time online executive MBA with a strategic finance emphasis, listed separately from the general MBA and the AI-focused executive MBA. Notes highlight strategic financial management, corporate performance reporting, and personal and business transformation, with regular chances to apply what you learn to your current role. It is aimed at mid-career professionals in finance, accounting or commercial leadership who need flexible study around work rather than a full-time campus programme. The next intake is November 2026. Standard entry is a UK honours degree at 2:2 or above, or equivalent; without one, at least five years of work experience, ideally relevant, may be considered. AF Education confirms any experience expectations with the university and helps England-resident UK home students apply for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Credits
- 180 credits
- Funding
- SFE Funded
- Study mode
- Part time
- Schedule options
- Online
- Upcoming intake
- November 2026
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- Arden University
- Partner pathway
- ARDEN
Who this course is for
This suits mid-career professionals in finance, accounting or commercial leadership who want an executive MBA with a strategic finance focus.
Entry routes for mature students
Standard entry is a UK honours degree at 2:2 or above, or equivalent. Without an academic qualification, at least five years of work experience, ideally in a relevant field, may be considered. AF Education confirms what applies to you.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. Eligible students may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England, paid to you as a contribution towards course fees and living costs. Eligibility depends on residency, the course and any previous postgraduate study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply. For distance learning, GOV.UK says you must be living in England on the first day of the first academic year of your course.
Check your Student Finance eligibility — free, takes about 2 minutes.
How often you study
This course is delivered online, so there are no campus days to plan around. Your study plan is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The course is designed to support specialist roles and further professional development in the subject.
Course overview from Arden University
About Executive MBA (Finance)
Finance-focused managers can look at the Executive MBA (Finance) at Arden University — a part-time, online executive MBA for UK students who want postgraduate leadership study with a strategic finance emphasis. Existing notes highlight in-depth analysis of strategic financial management, corporate performance reporting, and personal and business transformation, with continuous opportunities to apply learning to a current role.
Compared with the general MBA and the Executive MBA (AI) siblings, use this page when you specifically need the finance specialism. The online executive structure can suit mid-career professionals already in finance, accounting, or commercial leadership, and applicants who need flexible study around work rather than a full-time campus MBA.
Confirm current entry expectations, including experience requirements, directly with Arden.
AF Education can help UK home applicants clarify Student Finance or self-funding implications for eligible postgraduate study, compare Arden MBA variants carefully, and assemble a realistic evidence checklist. Compare related courses carefully so you apply to the award level, study mode, and timetable that match your prior learning and weekly commitments as a UK applicant. Compare related courses carefully so you apply to the award level, study mode, and timetable that match your prior learning and weekly commitments as a UK applicant.
Executive MBA (Finance) is available at Online. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for Executive MBA (Finance)
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Prefer to study from home?
If an on-campus location doesn't work for you, this course also offers an online study option — so you can still progress with a flexible learning route.
Entry Requirements for Arden University (Postgraduate)
These entry requirements apply to Arden University postgraduate courses (for example MSc, MBA and postgraduate certificates). All applicants must provide supporting evidence to enrol. Standard entry A UK Honours Degree at a…
English Language Requirements for Arden University
Arden University needs evidence that your English is at the right level for the course. You can meet this through recent study in English or an accepted English test. Qualifications studied in…
Interview Process
Arden University interviews are held online on Microsoft Teams. They are a short conversation about your course choice and how you meet the entry route — not a formal exam. Before the…
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How AF Education helps
AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
FAQs about this course
What degree do I need?
A UK honours degree at 2:2 or above, or equivalent. Without one, at least five years of relevant work experience may be considered.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Online (part time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
Can I get a Postgraduate Master’s Loan for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Can I get a Master’s Loan for online study?
Possibly. GOV.UK says distance learners must be living in England on the first day of the first academic year of the course.
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