Raising business champions, fostering entrepreneurial excellence, and advancing knowledge that transforms industries and societies. Join Nigeria's premier business school.
Prof. Sunday Abayomi Adebisi
University of Lagos Business School
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“I am delighted to welcome you to the University of Lagos Business School (ULBS) — Nigeria's premier institution dedicated to cultivating executive excellence and global business champions.”
At the ULBS, we enhance the strategic skills and employability of our executive participants and provide innovative business research and training leading to capacity to develop unequalled business strategy modelled for technology-driven, globally competitive enterprise.
Whether you are an aspiring boardroom leader or an experienced executive seeking to transform your organization, our rigorous academic framework and industry-led faculty are prepared to accelerate your leadership journey.
Prof. Sunday Abayomi Adebisi
Executive Director, ULBS
Nigeria's Leading Business School
The University of Lagos Business School (ULBS), established in 2013 and fully operational since 2019, is Nigeria's leading postgraduate business school, located in the heart of Lagos.
It offers executive degrees, diplomas, and doctoral programmes that combine academic rigor with practical insight, emphasizing innovation, entrepreneurship, and ethical leadership.
ULBS is the first business school in West Africa admitted into the AACSB Business Education Alliance, and holds international recognition with AMBA, BGA, and AABS, positioning it among the leading institutions on the continent.
Learn MoreFind the Right Programme for You
Discover the right suitable carrer and aspiration to help you advance your professional career
Executive MBA (Online)
A 100% interactive virtual MBA empowering leaders and entrepreneurs to transform businesses with global best practices.
Learn MoreExecutive MBA (Weekend)
Nigeria's premier weekend MBA offering high-impact corporate leadership, executive peer networking, and boardroom simulations in Lagos.
Learn MoreDoctor of Business Administration (DBA)
A practice-focused doctoral degree for seasoned C-suite executives looking to defend applied research dissertations and drive executive strategy.
Learn MoreEMBA (Oil & Gas) with Options
Comprehensive energy leadership covering upstream, downstream, petroleum economics, and specialised options in Energy Transition and Finance.
Learn MoreStrategic Project Management (EMSPM)
Equips project leaders with strategic governance, risk engineering, and agile procurement frameworks to deliver complex enterprise projects.
Learn MoreDoctor of Urban Logistics & Transport
Advanced doctoral research addressing African transit infrastructure, port logistics corridors, and mobility economics.
Learn MoreYour Journey to ULBS
A simple, streamlined process to help you start your transformation
Apply Online
Submit your application via the UNILAG portal and pay the application fee.
Interview
Qualified applicants are invited for an in-person or virtual interview.
Admission
Successful candidates receive an admission letter and registration guidelines.
Orientation
Kick off your journey with an orientation session to get acquainted with ULBS life.
Facilitation
Experience a Life Changing Learning from academic and industrial experts.
Completion
A professional, creatively baked for career, fulfillment industry, competitiveness, National Development and Global Relevance.
Apply Online
Submit your application via the UNILAG portal and pay the application fee.
Interview
Qualified applicants are invited for an in-person or virtual interview.
Admission
Successful candidates receive an admission letter and registration guidelines.
Orientation
Kick off your journey with an orientation session to get acquainted with ULBS life.
Facilitation
Experience a Life Changing Learning from academic and industrial experts.
Completion
A professional, creatively baked for career, fulfillment industry, competitiveness, National Development and Global Relevance.
Why ULBS?
The first choice business school
Global Benchmark
First business school in West Africa admitted into the AACSB Business Education Alliance, driving continental excellence.
Global Network
Member of AACSB Alliance, recognized by AMBA, BGA, AABS, and GNAM — opening doors to a worldwide network of business leaders.
Innovation-Driven
Emphasis on innovation, entrepreneurship, and ethical leadership through practice-focused curriculum.
Career Accelerator
Graduates report significant career advancement and salary increases upon programme completion.
Premier Location
Located in the heart of Lagos, Nigeria's commercial capital, providing unmatched access to industry.
Practical Insights
Programmes combine academic rigor with real-world application through case studies, projects, and mentorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university and have a minimum of 3 years of professional or entrepreneurial experience. Applications are submitted via the University of Lagos application portal.
Apply through www.applications.unilag.edu.ng. Pay the application fee, complete the form, and qualified applicants will be invited for an in-person or virtual interview.
ULBS is fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). We are the first business school in West Africa admitted into the AACSB Business Education Alliance, and hold international recognitions with AMBA, BGA, and AABS.
Our programmes are designed for flexibility. The EMBA is ideal for working professionals who can combine studies with professional or entrepreneurial pursuits. Contact us for specific scheduling details.
Programme durations vary: the Executive MBA is 24 months, the DBA is 3 years, and Executive Master programmes are typically 2 sessions (or 3 semesters).
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Join a community of ambitious professionals and entrepreneurs at Nigeria's premier business school.