MBA Leadership and Sustainability — Study Online from Manama, Bahrain

Lead with purpose, from where you are. The MBA Leadership and Sustainability, delivered in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College, empowers you to transform your career while you continue living and working in Manama, Bahrain. Study flexibly, build global management capabilities, and graduate with a degree that carries international respect—without pausing your life.

Designed for ambitious professionals who want to drive impact across industries and borders, this online MBA blends advanced leadership theory with sustainable strategy. You will gain the tools to make sound, ethical decisions, influence stakeholders, and lead organisations toward resilient, long‑term performance—skills you can apply immediately to your current role and throughout your career.

Earn a British Degree Recognised Worldwide

Upon successful completion, you are awarded a British degree from the University of Cumbria—an internationally respected qualification that signals academic rigour and professional credibility. Employers around the world value British higher education for its quality standards and practical relevance.

This portability matters. Whether you seek advancement in your current company, a new role across the GCC, or opportunities further afield, a British postgraduate credential helps your experience and expertise travel with you, opening doors across sectors and continents.

Graduate Sooner: Complete 100% Online in as Little as 1 Year

Your time is valuable. This programme is designed to be completed fully online in as little as 12 months, enabling focused, efficient study without compromising depth or quality. Move purposefully through a carefully structured curriculum that aligns with your professional momentum.

Accelerating your learning means accelerating your impact. As you advance through the modules, you can apply insights at work in real time—showing initiative, delivering value, and positioning yourself for the next step while you study.

No Fixed Class Times—Your Schedule, Your Pace

Busy week? Travel on the horizon? No problem. There are no mandatory live sessions at fixed times. You engage with lectures, readings, and assessments when it suits you, making it possible to balance study with work, family, and personal commitments.

This level of flexibility supports sustained progress. You can allocate your most productive hours to the tasks that matter most—reviewing materials deeply, reflecting thoughtfully, and producing high‑quality work without the pressure of rigid timetables.

Truly Mobile Learning—Study Anywhere, Even Offline

Whether you are at home in Manama, visiting clients across the GCC, or travelling internationally, you can keep learning. Our mobile app allows you to download study materials and watch lectures offline, so you can make the most of every pocket of time.

This anywhere, anytime access transforms commuting hours and travel downtime into forward movement. You remain connected to your programme—and your goals—no matter where your schedule takes you.

Think Like a Leader: Open‑Book Assessments

Real leadership is not about memorising facts; it is about finding, evaluating, and applying the right information under realistic conditions. That is why the programme uses open‑book assessments in place of traditional question/answer exams.

You will be challenged to synthesise frameworks, evidence, and context to craft insightful, actionable responses. This approach strengthens critical thinking and decision‑making—the very capabilities senior roles demand.

Learn from Faculty Educated at World‑Class Universities

Benefit from tutors and faculty who graduated from distinguished institutions such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. Their academic pedigree and industry experience create a learning environment that is both intellectually rigorous and anchored in practice.

Faculty bring rich, global perspectives to discussions and feedback. They push you to think broadly, question assumptions, and develop solutions that are both innovative and implementable in real organisational settings.

A Global Classroom and Powerful Alumni Footprint

Join a diverse cohort representing more than 130 countries. Your peers bring insights from varied markets, sectors, and roles—broadening your perspective and building a network that spans the world. Learning alongside such a community sharpens your cultural fluency and enriches every discussion.

Graduates and students work for international organisations like DHL, CK-HUTCHISON, BASF, Nestle, Unilever, Daimler, BMW, Audi, GM, Luis Vuiton, United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, Sony.

Plan‑Friendly Payments

Invest in your future with confidence. Programme fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest‑free instalments, helping you align payments with your personal cash flow and professional plans.

This straightforward approach gives you clarity and control. You can focus on your studies and your career development, knowing your payment schedule supports long‑term sustainability.

Your Edge in Manama, Bahrain

Manama is a financial powerhouse and a rising hub for fintech and digital transformation. With a leadership curriculum that emphasises strategic thinking, governance, and sustainability, this MBA equips you to lead ESG initiatives, strengthen risk and compliance practices, and steer innovation agendas in banking, investment, and financial services—capabilities that are increasingly central to value creation and stakeholder trust.

Bahrain’s energy and industrial landscape—from oil and gas services to aluminium and advanced manufacturing—is evolving with efficiency, diversification, and sustainability at the forefront. The programme’s focus on responsible leadership and long‑term strategy helps you champion operational excellence, decarbonisation roadmaps, and resilient supply chains—positioning you to contribute meaningfully to transformation projects and cross‑border partnerships.

As a gateway to the GCC, Manama also thrives on logistics, hospitality, professional services, and entrepreneurship. Your MBA learning supports data‑informed decision‑making, customer‑centric growth, and ethical leadership—skills that scale across SMEs and large enterprises alike. Whether you aim to step into senior management, launch a venture, or expand regionally, you will be equipped to lead with clarity and impact.

Ready to explore the curriculum, modules, and admissions details? Request our course catalogue and take the next step toward earning a globally recognised MBA—without leaving Manama.