Overview
Redefining Financial
Leaders of Tomorrow
Manipal GlobalNxt University’s MBA in Banking and Finance is a specialised programme for aspiring banking professionals. Led by 75+ PhD-qualified faculty members from 17 countries, it adapts to industry dynamics.
Our online MBA trains learners to analyse situations holistically, integrating qualitative and quantitative factors. A dynamic curriculum covers core banking aspects and emphasises practical training, utilising case studies, workshops, and projects.
This programme uniquely combines global banking insights with local context, guided by expert faculty. The interactive course content is available online allowing learners to study at their own pace – anywhere, anytime.
Programme Highlight
Admission Eligibility Criteria
Who is eligible?
01
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 on a 4.00 point scale.
02
We accept credit transfer from various accreditated universities subject to approval by the Academic Senate.
Programme Curriculum
What is included in the course?
- Managing People and Organisations
- Finance & Accounting
- Marketing Management
- Research Methods
- Strategic Management
- Global and Regional Economic Development
- Data Analysis for Managers
- International Finance
- Performance Measurement and Control Systems
- Corporate Finance
- Treasury Risk Management
- Financial Institutions Management
- Risk and Insurance
- Takeovers, Restructuring and Corporate Governance
- Digital Payments and Mobile Banking Solutions
- Islamic Investment and Portfolio Management
- Islamic Banking and Risk Management
- Blockchain in Financial Services and Digital Assets Management
- Investment Funds and Wealth Management
APEL (C)
Choose to complete programme
in less than 16 months
Avoid duplicating learning by obtaining credit transfer for subjects,
the learning outcomes of which have already been achieved by
the learner through prior experiential learning.
Question? Answered.

01
How do I decide on my research topic?
The professor will help you identify topics that might be worthy of research. Ultimately, the decision is yours and we recommend that you focus your research on an area that you are passionate about.

02
How quickly can I complete my DBA degree?
The quickest would be in 3 years. Some students may need longer to complete their research and write their thesis.

03
How much time should I set aside for study per week?
Study time differs from student to student, depending upon their academic ability and learning style. As a general guide, a typical 4-credit course has a student learning time (SLT) of around 160 hours or about 12 hours per week. Students who develop an effective learning style may require less effort to achieve the stated learning outcomes.

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What resources will I have access to?
You will have full access to a dedicated Manipal GlobalNxt online library service, which includes all materials required to complete the program, as well as personal assistance to access reference materials and electronic documents.
Recommended or optional reading materials are also available through the online library.