Online degrees and certificates adapted to your career prospects

Online training, e-learning, or distance learning is a variant of in-person learning that uses the internet and information and communication technologies. This teaching format allows participants to do coursework at their own pace, at any time, and to access learning content from anywhere in the world, as long as they have an internet connection.

E-learning offers them the opportunity to get training without taking time off from work or as they create a business. As such, it is a great way to balance a participant’s professional, personal, and educational lives.

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Online degrees offer an accessible mode of education, enabling students from around the world to gain qualifications without the need to attend a physical campus. This approach uses digital platforms to deliver course content, allowing participants to study in a way that fits their lifestyle.

The fundamental structure of online degrees typically involves accessing a virtual learning environment, which includes all the resources necessary for your studies—such as course materials, assignments, and documentation. Lectures are often delivered through pre-recorded videos. However, at EDHEC Business School, the curriculum is built around live sessions to make the learning experience more interactive and engaging.

You’ll also have access to EDHEC’s Virtual Campus, where you can explore a wide range of resources including videos, written materials, quizzes, and instructional activities. A dedicated chatroom allows for continuous interaction with fellow participants and the academic team.

Interaction is indeed a key component of online programs. You’ll take part in live discussions and group projects, fostering the same collaborative spirit found in traditional classrooms. This helps build a genuine sense of community, regardless of distance.

Assessments are adapted to the online format, with exams conducted through digital platforms under strict conditions to ensure academic integrity. EDHEC Business School also offers innovative solutions to enhance your learning experience, such as:

• Adaptive learning, using AI to personalise your journey based on your profile and career goals
• Micro-learning, featuring short, engaging content suitable for mobile learning
• Social learning, encouraging collaboration and connection to prevent isolation during the programme

Finally, flexibility is one of the main advantages of online programmes. You can access your course materials anytime, anywhere—making it an ideal option if you’re balancing your studies with personal or professional commitments.

Both degrees offer the same level of academic excellence and personalised support. EDHEC’s online programs offer participants the same quality of knowledge and skills as traditional in-person programs.

While on-campus programs are delivered through physical classes, online programs rely on virtual platforms to reach learners worldwide.

EDHEC’s online programs use two different learning formats: asynchronous and synchronous. Asynchronous courses offer flexibility, allowing participants to access course materials and complete assignments at their own pace. Synchronous courses require students to attend virtual sessions at fixed times, enabling real-time interaction with professors, mentors, coaches, and other participants, regardless of their location. EDHEC’s online programs combine both types of learning: synchronous activities with weekly live classes and real-time exchanges between participants, professors, and coaches, as well as high-quality asynchronous content designed with a user-centred and gamified approach.

Upon completing an online program with EDHEC, you will receive a degree from the institution. EDHEC is ranked among the Top 7 business schools in Europe (Financial Times ranking, 2024) and holds the prestigious triple accreditation (EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA), reflecting the academic excellence of its programs, the quality of its faculty, and its strong ties with the business world.

Participants in EDHEC’s online programs receive their degrees alongside students from on-campus programs during the annual graduation ceremony held on one of the campuses. This ceremony is a meaningful occasion that brings together participants and all the team members who supported their online learning journey.

Both online degrees and on-campus programs ensure the same level of academic excellence and personalised support.

While on-campus programs are delivered through in-person classes, online programs leverage advanced digital platforms to reach learners globally.

One of the key strengths of our programs is their academic framework that matches what you can expect in a traditional campus setting. Each course is developed and delivered by the same world-class faculty who teach in our physical classrooms, ensuring that all students, regardless of their mode of study receive top-quality education.

The professional success of our online graduates is one of the best proof for the quality of our degrees. They have excelled in a wide range of sectors, demonstrating the opportunities our programs offer. You will also have access to our extensive alumni network, which opens up a world of opportunities for you.

EDHEC Online delivers diplomas at different levels (Bachelor and Master) as well as certificates (short courses). All these courses are delivered by a world-class business school that is recognised worldwide for the quality of its training.

To learn about which diplomas are offered for each course, please visit the relevant program pages:

• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Science in Strategic Marketing
• Master of Science in Corporate Finance 
• Master of Science in International Business Management  
• Master of Science in Data Management & Business Analytics 
• Certificate in Corporate Finance
• Certificate in Advanced Strategic Management

The program content is divided into modules. For each module, a set of deliverables is usually required, to be completed individually or in groups.

On the virtual campus, you have access to weekly interactive online classes, workshops and discussions via Slack messaging. Our participants are also required to work in groups on a collaborative project throughout the program.

Compatible with tablets and mobiles, the online campus is accessible 24/7 from anywhere in the world.
Interactions between peers and mutual support are at the heart of the EDHEC Online pedagogy: the support team is always available to help participants get organised, succeed in their learning path up to graduation, and achieve their career goals.

Designed for online learners and working professionals with evolving goals, YouDrive is a career development program offered by EDHEC Online in all its programs and tailored to our participants professional needs and goals. Through guided introspection and one-on-one sessions with an experienced coach, you will:

• Improve self-awareness
• Reflect on your career and define your career goals
• Identify your strengths and skills to develop further
• Benefit from the expertise and experience of a coach to achieve your goals
• Improve your job search
• Take advantage of networking opportunities

For more information about our personalised support system, please contact us.

The amount of time required to complete an online course varies depending on the program chosen.  

For the Master of Science in Strategic Marketing, Master of Science in Corporate Finance, Master of Science in International Business Management, and Master of Science in Data Management & Business Analytics, 10 to 15 hours of work per week are expected.

For the Corporate Finance certificate, we recommend 7-9 hours/week, while for the Advanced Strategic Management certificate, 5-7 hours/week of work is required.

Maintaining a work-life balance is essential and will help ensure participants get the most out of their course. Our programs are designed so they can adjust their workload to fit their own situation. One benefit of remote work is that learners can fit it into their family and professional lives.

To find out more about the specifics of our online training courses, see our program pages. 

EDHEC Business School offers a wide range of online degrees that have been carefully designed to meet the specific needs and aspirations of working professionals who want to improve their skills and achieve their goals. Our programs are designed to challenge and engage you in different aspects of management and business.

The perceived difficulty of an online degree depends on your background, skills and personal interests. For example, someone with experience in finance may find the MSc in Corporate Finance more accessible, while a professional with a strategic focus may be better suited to our MBA or Certificate in Advanced Strategic Management. As for the tech-savvy, they might feel more at home with our MSc in Data Management & Business Analytics.

In addition, our distance learning programs are designed not only to provide new skills, but also to transform careers. All programs require commitment and dedication. What may be easier for one person may be more challenging for another, depending on prior knowledge, learning style, etc.

Choosing the right program should therefore be about matching your professional goals and personal interests with the curriculum, rather than looking for the easiest one. EDHEC Business School encourages professionals to reflect on what they are passionate about and what they want to achieve through their online education. Taking the time to do this and setting a clear objective will help you choose the right program and make your learning experience more intuitive and easier.

There is no definitive answer as to which online degree is the easiest to obtain. Each program has its own set of challenges and requires work and dedication.