MBA Artificial Intelligence — Study Online from Basel, Switzerland

Imagine advancing your career in artificial intelligence and business leadership without pressing pause on your life in Basel. The MBA Artificial Intelligence, delivered 100% online in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, empowers you to study from wherever you are, on your schedule, and to apply cutting-edge theory across borders and industries.

From the Rhine-side innovation pulse of Basel to the global stage, this programme equips you with strategic, data-driven decision-making skills and AI fluency to lead transformation in any sector. Designed for ambitious professionals, it blends rigorous academic insight with practical, international applicability—so you can lead with confidence, wherever your career takes you.

Earn a British Degree Recognised Worldwide

Graduate with a respected British degree awarded by the University of Cumbria. British higher education is synonymous with quality and global credibility, giving your CV and LinkedIn profile an instant signal of academic excellence and professional readiness.

Whether you are aiming for leadership roles in multinational corporations, fast-growing scale-ups, NGOs, or public-sector innovation hubs, an internationally recognised award helps you cross borders with confidence and opens doors to opportunities around the world.

Graduate in as Little as 1 Year

Time is your most valuable asset. This programme is structured so you can complete it in as little as 12 months—without compromising on academic depth or intellectual challenge. Progress efficiently from foundational strategy to advanced AI applications in management.

The accelerated pathway is ideal for driven professionals ready to translate learning into impact quickly. You can apply insights from each module directly to your work, compounding value while you study and accelerating your leadership trajectory.

No Fixed Class Times

Your schedule, your pace. There are no mandatory live sessions at specific times or dates. Access lectures, readings, and activities whenever it suits you—before work, after a client meeting, or during a quiet evening at home.

Asynchronous learning means you can engage meaningfully with the material and your peers without rearranging your calendar. It is especially helpful for international professionals, parents, entrepreneurs, and anyone working across time zones.

Learn Anywhere—Even Offline on the Move

Whether you are commuting on Basel’s trams, traveling for business through EuroAirport, or on the train to Zurich or Paris, you can keep learning. Study on your phone or tablet using our mobile app, which lets you download materials and watch lectures offline.

This level of mobility turns downtime into progress. You stay connected to your goals without being chained to a desk, making consistent, flexible learning part of your daily rhythm—anywhere in the world.

Open-Book Assessments That Mirror Real Work

Instead of traditional question/answer exams, you will complete open-book assessments and applied assignments that reflect how leaders actually solve problems on the job. This approach rewards critical thinking, research, and synthesis—not rote memorisation.

Expect to analyse cases, design data-informed strategies, and translate AI concepts into actionable business recommendations. These assessments demonstrate competence you can showcase to employers immediately and make your learning measurable, practical, and relevant.

Learn from World-Class Faculty

Benefit from tutors and faculty graduates of globally renowned institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their academic pedigree and industry engagement enrich your learning with current, real-world perspectives.

You will be guided by educators who understand both the rigor of scholarship and the realities of leadership. Their mentorship helps you bridge theory and practice, turning insight into impact across sectors and geographies.

Join a Truly Global Network

Collaborate with a diverse cohort representing more than 130 countries. You will learn alongside professionals from technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, education, and the public sector—broadening your perspective and building an international network that lasts well beyond graduation.

Our alumni community includes professionals working for organisations such as Google, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony, IBM, Verizon, Dell, Credit Suisse, Universite de Lausanne, Nestle, UBS, Chubb, Zurich, Novartis, Roche, International School of Central Switzerland, institut monte rosa, United Nations, ICRC, The World Bank.

Flexible and Transparent Payment

Invest in your future with manageable payments. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you balance your professional ambitions and personal commitments responsibly.

This approach reflects our belief that world-class education should be accessible to committed professionals. Focus on learning and career growth while keeping your finances predictable and transparent.

Why Basel, Switzerland Is a Powerful Launchpad for AI Leaders

Basel is a global powerhouse in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences—home to giants like Novartis and Roche, as well as a vibrant ecosystem of research institutes and medtech innovators. With the MBA Artificial Intelligence, you can position yourself at the intersection of data, science, and business: applying AI to accelerate drug discovery, optimise clinical operations, enhance pharmacovigilance, and streamline manufacturing and supply chains. The programme’s strategic lens prepares you to translate data into decisions in high-stakes, regulated environments.

Beyond life sciences, Basel’s finance and insurance presence offers fertile ground for AI-driven innovation—from risk modelling and fraud detection to client analytics and regulatory technology. With proximity to major players and cross-border financial flows, graduates can leverage AI to strengthen governance, compliance, and customer experience while navigating complex data privacy and security requirements.

As a gateway to Switzerland, France, and Germany, Basel’s logistics, advanced manufacturing, and cultural industries also benefit from AI-enabled optimisation. Whether you are supporting smart factories, predictive maintenance across supply networks, or digital experiences for international events, the region rewards leaders who can align AI capabilities with real business outcomes. The programme’s globally applicable theory allows you to create value locally and across the tri-national region with confidence.

Transform Your Career—From Basel to the World

This online MBA is more than a degree; it is a strategic career accelerator that fits your life in Basel while opening doors globally. You will develop the perspective to lead AI initiatives responsibly, the skills to manage data-driven change, and the confidence to influence decisions at the highest levels.

Delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, the programme blends academic rigor with flexibility. Take the next step toward your future. Request our course catalogue.