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The Global Leadership Programs curriculum is designed for you, a working professional who wants to expand your international business acumen through MBA, MS or Concentration options. Enroll in one or all three programs – the choice is yours!
Join the #1 Online Global MBA program in Texas according to CEO Magazine.
MS Management Science Curriculum
Global Marketing Concentration Curriculum
Where Do We Stand
no.1
Best Global Online Executive MBA Program in Texas
no.16 (tied)
Among U.S. programs, QS Online MBA Rankings 2023
According to Quacquarelli Symonds, 2023
no.4
No. 4 Worldwide in Research Contributions 2014 – 2018
Jindal School, according to UT Dallas Top 100 Business School Research Rankings
Online Networking
Network with other Global Leadership Programs students, faculty and alumni – just as if you were on campus!
- Global Leadership Programs Speaker Series – Hear from current academic and corporate experts on a variety of relevant business topics.
- Welcome Meet and Greet – Meet with other new students and faculty before your first class.
- Online Networking – We offer regular meet up sessions with your classmates and faculty.
- Alumni Book Club – Alumni choose topics of interest to learn about for the quarterly Alumni Book Club.
- Sunday Afternoon Discussions – A faculty or subject matter expert leads alumni and students in an online discussion around a current business topic.
Flexible Timeline and Delivery
All three Global Leadership Programs are designed for YOU! Start when you want! Graduate at your pace! Customize the degree for your goals!
Start in August, January or May! The choice is yours.
We offer shorter classes at an average of eight weeks. Take one or two classes to find the perfect balance for your personal and professional responsibilities. Mix and match with a pause! What is your preference to balance classes with your work and personal life? (*note: degrees must be completed in 72 months)
We are online but you still have opportunities to interact with faculty and other classmates! Classes are 20% synchronous with regularly scheduled web conferences for you to engage in high quality course discussions.
Academic certificates or concentrations in Business Analytics, Finance, International Business, Leadership, Marketing, Organizational Consulting, Project Management and Strategic HR are available for you as well.
Learn more about Global Leadership Programs admissions.
Professional Outcomes
Are you looking for your first management position, the next position, a new company or do you have the job you’ve dreamed of and now need to increase your skills?
Global Leadership Programs students all seek different professional outcomes – what are yours?
Skills:
- Business problem identification and solution development
- Strategic design, development and integration
- Quantitative analysis and application of management skills toward data-based business issue resolution
- Analyze and evaluate international markets
- Effective communications, teamwork and leadership both domestic and international
Access to the Career Management Center, Business Communication Center, Executive Coaches.
Student Testimonials
Andy Miller, GLEMBA ’16
IT Operations Manager, Splunk
The GLEMBA program’s focus on global business challenges was vital in helping me to understand how my company can grow and succeed in a globally competitive landscape. The courses, interaction with peers and the exceptional faculty have empowered me to analyze and solve problems differently – essentially the program has enabled me to become a better leader.
Tamer Elshamy, GLEMBA ’19
Sales Director, Fawry Banking and Payment Technology Services
An exceptional experience mixed with both cutting edge knowledge and great personal skills improvement.
Mohammed Omer, GLEMBA ’19
It’s about the experiences of exchanging skill sets and perspectives.
Imraan Husain, GLEMBA ’17
Director, Articulator Dental Management
This was the most valuable decision I have made to advance my career, and my life. The WebConference meetings provided the convenience of continued engagement regardless of time zones. The program will add value to your life, in as many aspects as you choose
Holly Martin, GLEMBA ’19
Customer Experience Manager, J.B. Hunt
Because of this program, I was able to present within my organization to five different groups, which led to a promotion, an invitation to assist with three special projects as a new manager, and an appointment as a co-chair to lead professional development for an internal employee resource group.
Erinn Marks, GLEMBA ’19
I searched for an online program that was a WIN-WIN. I was able to pursue my MBA and enjoy the last of the wonder years with my children.
Darrick Fitzgerald, GLEMBA ’18
Managing Consultant – Supply Chain Management Reverse Logistics Team, Verizon Wireless
GLEMBA was not just a learning experience, it was a life experience. GLEMBA was not a career pursuit, it was a life pursuit. Even today, tenets from the program impact how I think, how I approach a problem in my career and how I craft my emails. Was I promoted after I finished my degree? Yes.
Ashwin Prakash, GLEMBA ’20
Head of Data Science and Analytics, HCA Healthcare
The application of learnings from Operations Management and Strategic Management courses helped make an immediate impact in my job, merging the lines between school and work while providing an instant return on investment for my employer.
Student Profile
Whether you’re searching for the perfect global MBA or MS program or researching online MBA programs, the right program can provide the soft skills and insight needed to advance both you and your organization’s future. Just as it has done for the business leaders shown in the class profile below.
Countries Represented
Albania, Argentina, Bangladesh, Cameroon, China, Colombia, El Salvador, Great Britain, India, Iraq, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Uruguay, United States of America, Vietnam
Gender
42% Female
58% Male
20%
International Students
(based on current nationality)
38%
Underrepresented Minorities
(based on entire student enrollment)
59%
Domestic Minorities
38
Average Age
in years
14
Work Experience
Average, in years
8
Management Experience
Average, in years
Typical Undergraduate Degrees*
Accounting, Biology/Microbiology, Engineering, Business Administration, Art History, Communications, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Finance, Energy Technology, Globalization, Government, Healthcare, Humanities, IT, Interdisciplinary Studies, Legal, Marketing, Mathematics, Operations, Political Science, Radio/TV/Film, Religion
Industries
Accounting, Aerospace, Airline, Auto, Banking/Finance, Consulting, Education, Energy, Finance/Financial Services, Government, Healthcare, Insurance, IT, Legal, Manufacturing, Marketing, Media, Non-Profit, Pharmaceutical, Real Estate, Technology, Telecommunications, Translation, Transportation
* To apply for the Global Leadership Programs, an undergrad business degrees is not required (all undergraduate majors welcome).
Spotlight on Women Faculty
Maria Albrecht
Lecturer
Dr. Maria Gomez Albrecht is the Lecturer for Marketing Management in the Global Leadership MBA program. Dr. Albrecht is an accomplished and highly-skilled business professional leveraging 25+ years of experience in several industries including retail, medical, nonprofit, environmental and education. Her specialties include strategic planning, loyalty and growth programs, promotion and advertising campaign execution, brand and digital marketing, and new product launches in domestic and international markets. Being multi-lingual (English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian) an achievement she is most proud of is developing and implementing marketing campaigns worldwide in multiple languages. A favorite quote is – “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead.” By Admiral David Farragut.
Read more about MariaMore Opportunities and Resources For You
Ready to start your online Global Leadership Program application?
Before you apply, get familiar with the application process for the UT Dallas online GLEMBA, online EMBA with an emphasis in project management, or the online MS in Management Science – Executive Education.
Application Process