As the new year begins, so too do fresh new programmes from some of the world’s most prestigious business schools. 2024 is no exception, and business schools have worked hard to create bespoke programmes that will help their students develop a useful set of skills that will help them reach the next level in their careers.

Here is a selection of the best new bachelor’s, master’s, MBA and executive education business school programmes to watch out for in 2024:

NEOMA Business School: iLearning courses

The pull of Netflix can sometimes feel more compelling than studying. Luckily, at NEOMA Business School students won’t have to choose. The business school has launched three new iLearning courses, which are taught in a gameplay-like format. Using storytelling techniques not dissimilar to a Netflix series, students will be assigned a character and asked to make decisions and complete objectives.

“Our biggest competitors in online education are content streaming platforms. To compete, we must maintain high quality and appealing content and pedagogy while maximising the fun and the experience of learning,” says Alain Goudey, Associate Dean for Digital at NEOMA.

Aalto EE: Diploma in Cyber Security

Keeping on the tech theme, Aalto University Executive Education and Professional Development has launched a Diploma in Cyber Security. Delivered in English, the programme is designed to equip executives with the skills and understanding to improve the cyber resilience of their organisations and manage the associated risks. The programme examines cybersecurity from different business and societal perspectives – exploring aspects of protecting firms’ finances and reputations, and employees’ emotional and psychological security.

“In today’s highly interconnected digital world, we need to ensure business continuity and the resilience of digital societies. Cyber security has become a competitive advantage and business capability. We all have a role to play in it,” said Aalto University School of Business’s Assistant Professor, Hadi Ghanbari.

King’s College London: Executive MBA

Today’s business graduates need to be equipped with both leadership skills, and an awareness of wider social and environmental challenges. King’s Business School, at King’s College London has recently launched a two-year Executive MBA programme that reflects society’s new expectations of business, particularly the urgent need to address problems like climate change.

The programme promises that graduates will be well-equipped to respond to complex challenges, have confidence in their management abilities and have a support network that will last a lifetime.

University of Sussex Business School: MSc in International Business and Development

Responsible management is also at the heart of the MSc in International Business and Development at the University of Sussex Business School. The new programme will give future business leaders the skills they need to understand the principles of international business and strategic management through the lens of the SDGs.

“This course is perfect for those who are working in an international business or multinational corporation, development agency or international NGO, and would like to develop their knowledge to move into a leadership role,” says co-creator of the course Professor John Da Silva Luiz, Professor of Management at the Business School.

Trinity Business School: MSc in Responsible Business and Sustainability

Similarly, the MSc in Responsible Business and Sustainability recently launched by Trinity Business School empowers students to take on ethical leadership roles that help build a sustainable future for business and society. To do this, the programme combines insights from business ethics, sustainability and management. Students can expect modules to cover global ecosystems and planetary boundaries; sustainable corporate governance and ESG reporting.

“We firmly believe that business and society at large are in urgent need of graduates with the necessary skills and expertise to advance the sustainability transformation. We are excited to welcome these students, the future global business leaders, and empower them to make an impactful career,” says Dr. Maximilian Schormair, Assistant Professor in Business Ethics at Trinity Business School.

NHH Norwegian School of Economics: BSc in Business, Economics and Data Science

Individually, a bachelor in business, economics or data science would prepare students for a multitude of exciting careers, but what if you combined all three? NHH Norwegian School of Economics has launched a three-year programme which offers an economics education with a specialisation in technology and its application in the business world. The programme will cover data analysis, programming, more advanced mathematics, applied statistics and artificial intelligence will be central subjects. “This is a response to the need for specialist skills in working life and interest from existing and potential future students,” says NHH’s rector Øystein Thøgersen.

POLIMI Graduate School of Management and EDHEC Business School

Two of Europe’s top business schools have partnered together to offer a new double degree dedicated to management and sustainability. POLIMI Graduate School of Management in Italy and EDHEC Business School in France are now offering students the opportunity to receive a double degree from both schools.

“This double degree further signifies the strong collaboration that exists between POLIMI Graduate School of Management and EDHEC Business School, which in turn allows students and graduates from both institutions to benefit from our joint resources and expertise,” says Tommaso Agasisti, Associate Dean for Internationalisation and Quality at POLIMI Graduate School of Management.

EDHEC Business School: MSc in Data Science and AI

EDHEC Business School has also become the first of France’s elite Grandes Ecoles to launch a Master’s in Data Science and AI. As the global focus on AI continues to grow, it’s more important than ever that graduates are equipped with the skills they need to succeed. The three-year programme allows students to become experts in AI and data science, and they’ll even get the chance to take part in the TechMeUp! certification program created in partnership with Microsoft. 

Nyenrode Business University: Pre-Master’s Accounting Programme

Nyenrode Business University in the Netherlands has launched a part-time accounting programme, aimed at international students being trained as chartered accountants within Dutch accounting organisations. The program is developed in close consultation with the accounting firms where the students will get to work.

“I am proud that we are now also offering foreign talent the opportunity to become chartered accountants and that we help increase their career prospects,” says Constant Rams, director of Accounting, Controlling and Taxes. 

Hult International Business School: MSc in Marketing and Analytics

Hult International Business School has recently launched an MSc in Marketing and Analytics. This one-year STEM programme allows students to combine the skills of marketing with data and analytical insights. Students will dive into data analysis, collaboration, and communication while tackling real-world challenges from a global perspective. This course is based in Hult’s London and San Francisco campuses, but Hult has campuses all around the world that students can benefit from.

NYU Stern School of Business: MBA in the Middle East

Another internationally-focused business school, NYU Stern, has become the first US business school to launch an MBA in the Middle East. As part of a collaboration with NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), the NYU Stern School of Business launched a full-time MBA in Abu Dhabi. Its content will be similar to that found in the US MBAs, including internships and projects with local companies.

Chicago Booth School of Business: MSc Finance

Back to the US now, where Chicago Booth School of Business has recently launched a new Master’s in Finance. This master’s includes immersive orientation programming focused on career exploration and advising, opportunities to specialise in an area that will help ensure that students stand out in the job market, and the option to choose to complete the program in 15 months (the standard track) or 10 months (the accelerated track).

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