Executive MBA (EMBA)

"Invest in your future with a top-ranked Executive MBA."

Step into your future of leadership with the HEC Paris Executive MBA (EMBA), hosted at Altamayyuz Academy, where global excellence meets local impact. This world-renowned program, delivered by one of the world’s leading business schools, is now within your reach in Riyadh. Designed for accomplished professionals, the 16–18-month program empowers you to master leadership, strategy, and management while seamlessly balancing your career.

Key Features

World-Class Faculty

Learn from globally renowned experts and industry leaders with hands-on business experience.
Diverse Global Cohort

Join a network of exceptional professionals, gaining new perspectives and learning as much from your peers as from your professors.
Leadership Transformation

Redefine your leadership style, inspire your teams, and drive organizational success with confidence and clarity.
Entrepreneurial Focus

Launch your startup or new business venture – with 35% of participants creating impactful projects during or after the program.
9 Specializations in 12 Locations

Tailor your EMBA experience by choosing your area of focus while exploring new regions, industries, and global opportunities.
Capstone Project

Apply everything you learn through a strategic project that delivers real value to your organization and boosts your career growth.
Global Alumni Network

Connect with over 80,000+ alumni network worldwide – unlocking career opportunities, mentorship, and global collaborations.
Flexible Learning Format

Designed for busy professionals, our part-time modular structure fits seamlessly into your lifestyle and career commitments.

Why Choose Us?

At Altamayyuz Academy, our commitment to excellence is unwavering. As a hub for executive education, we are dedicated to developing the next generation of business leaders in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This program, brought to Riyadh through our strategic partnership with HEC Paris, provides a globally recognized education tailored to the needs of executives in Saudi Arabia.

Immerse yourself in an environment that promotes dynamic engagement and connection with a diverse network of peers, enabling powerful insights and a deep exchange of perspectives. By blending HEC Paris’s global expertise with a localized approach, this program equips participants to lead effectively, drive innovation, and contribute to achieving the Kingdom’s vision.

16-18 months

Start date February 06

English

Part-time Modular

Altamayyuz Academy - Riyadh

16-18 months

Overview

EMBA Program Calendar

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What you will learn

CORE COURSES:

The Core Courses enable you to develop your knowledge and expertise in all the key areas of general management. Core Courses are broken into two key areas: Mastering the Fundamentals and Trends & Transformations.

Mastering the Fundamentals courses include:

Business Performance Management
Competitive Strategy (Business and Corporate Strategy)
Corporate Finance
Financial Accounting
Marketing Strategy
Operations and Supply Management

Trends & Transformation courses include:

Business Environment
Digital Transformation
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Negotiations
Strategic Implementation
Social Responsibility & Ethics

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT:

You will develop your leadership skills thanks to multiple learning components:

Building Trust
Business Performance & KPI’s
Impactful Leadership
Inspiring Diverse Teams
Leadership Styles & Behaviors
Leading Change
Outdoor Leadership Seminar

OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP SEMINAR:

The annual two-day seminar, which brings together participants from multiple EMBA tracks, is specifically designed to help improve your team-leadership skills through a series of increasingly difficult tasks supervised by leadership experts.

CUSTOM COURSES: SPECIALIZATIONS:

You have the opportunity to specialize in an area of your choice, allowing you to become an expert in a specific sector. You will fine-tune your analytical and strategic decision-making skills while expanding your industry network.

Choose from:

Making Artificial Intelligence Real
- Paris & Toronto

Test your Startup Project
- Paris & San Francisco

Innovate like an Entrepreneur
- Paris & Boston

Shape the Future of Energy
- Doha & London

Luxury, Today & Tomorrow
- Paris/Milan & New York

Board Governance
- Riyadh & New York or Frankfurt & New York

Healthcare Management and Policy
- New York & Doha

Making the Right Financial Decisions
- Jouy-en-Josas & London

Transforming Business for Sustainability
- Jouy-en-Josas & Second Location to be determined

CAPSTONE PROJECT:

The Capstone Project is the final deliverable of the program. It allows you to apply everything you have learned and carry out a customized strategic project.

Undertaking a project in an area of strategic importance for your organization can have a significant impact on its future development and save the company considerable financial investment in external consultant fees.

It can also be an excellent way to gain the backing of your company in terms of out of office time and funding for your Executive MBA program.

FAQs :

What is the duration of the program?

The EMBA program takes 16-18 months to complete, with modular courses that fit around the schedules of working professionals.

What are the admissions requirements?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and have at least eight years of professional experience, including five years in a managerial role. English language proficiency is also required.

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.

Minimum of eight years of professional experience, including at least five years in a managerial role.

English language proficiency (if the Bachelor’s degree was not taken in English).

Completion of the HEC Paris admissions process, including interviews and submission of references.

Are there any networking opportunities?

Yes, participants will have access to a wide range of networking events, evening sessions, and exclusive alumni activities. Graduates join the prestigious HEC Paris alumni network.

Are the specialization locations subject to change?

Yes, Specialization locations are subject to change.

Testimonials

“In the HEC Paris MBA Programs, we are building leaders with the character, competence, and courage to change the world.”

"The HEC Paris Executive MBA equipped me with advanced strategic insights and broadened my global perspective. It provided me with the tools to unlock opportunities, especially in economic diversification, and transformed my mindset to pursue broad, impactful goals."

“My journey at HEC Paris has been nothing short of transformative! The rigorous curriculum and exceptional faculty have pushed me to new heights, blending academic excellence with real-world applications. From engaging case studies to dynamic discussions, every moment has been enriching and enjoyable.”