Why do an MBA?
An MBA can support you in achieving your professional goals, whether you’re transitioning from the military to the corporate world, changing industries or taking on leadership roles.
We spoke with Warwick Business School, partners and sponsors of the Heropreneurs Awards 2026, who provided insights on why you should consider an MBA and how to determine if it is right for you.
At WBS, we believe the future needs smart ideas and leaders who can bring them to life. That’s why we combine academic excellence with real-world application, ensuring you are ready to tackle today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.
At the heart of the WBS experience is our diverse community – a network of talented professionals from around the world, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives. Our collaborative culture encourages students to push boundaries, think creatively, and develop the skills necessary to drive meaningful change.
Our highly ranked MBA programmes immerse you in new ways of thinking, networks, and opportunities. There are a variety of different ways to achieve your Warwick MBA. The best route for you depends on your current level of experience, life circumstances and career goals.
Which MBA is right for you?
Global Online MBA (Warwick or London)
The flexible part-time Global Online MBA includes two residential weeks at either the Warwick or London campus. The course will advance your career, enhance your business knowledge and leadership skills, and maximise your board level awareness, all without stepping out of work.
Part-time Accelerator MBA (London])
Gain the tools you need to match your ambition with this blended course, delivered in person at The Shard, London and online. You’ll accelerate your progression to reach, and exceed, your potential.
Executive MBA (Warwick or London)
Discover new thinking, access global networks, and invest in your future with the part-time Executive MBA, completed face-to-face over two years. This course will help you develop the strategic leadership skills you need to make an immediate impact.
Full-time MBA (Warwick)
Take a year out of work to invest in yourself with a Full-time MBA, gaining the tools, confidence, and big picture vision to make significant change – whether that be a switch in sector, country, or employer.
The Heropreneurs Award opportunity
Since 2018, Heropreneurs and Warwick Business School (WBS) have collaborated to create life-changing opportunities for our military community. This collaboration continues in 2026, where the winner of the WBS Scholarship Award will receive an extraordinary 100% scholarship to pursue one of their prestigious MBA programmes. And that’s not all; significant scholarships await the runners-up, ensuring that multiple members of our community can benefit from this incredible initiative.
Heropreneurs Award applications are open to veterans, reservists, and serving personnel from the British Armed Forces and their families. These Awards are designed to recognise ambition and help individuals transition to the next stage of their careers, providing them with the essential knowledge and skills to foster personal and professional growth and make a meaningful and positive impact on the world.
Does this sound like you? Nominate yourself for the WBS Scholarship Award at this years’ Heropreneurs Awards.
Applications open on Monday 16 March 2026.
Ready to begin your journey of change with a WBS MBA?
Here are our recommended next steps:
- Book an informal 1-2-1 chat with a member of the WBS team to find out more. 1-2-1 chats can take place either online or face-to-face in Warwick or London. During the conversation they can review your CV, present an overview of our MBA programmes, outline the benefits of studying at Warwick, and answer any questions you may have.
- Join WBS at an event. Whether at Warwick, The Shard or online, their events offer a great way to explore the variety of MBA options on offer.
Visit WBS’s website and download your copy of the MBA brochure to explore the different options available. Plus visit the blog pages to hear from former and current students about their MBA experiences.
