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Free MBA for entrepreneurs

Build the managerial toolkit your venture needs. African Future University's tuition-free online MBA covers leadership, finance, marketing and operations — designed for founders who cannot step away from the business.

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Executive MBA in Bilingual Public Management & Diplomacy (Dual Award)

Dual Executive MBA (2 Diplomas) — Conferred jointly with African Future University (AFU) & Université Cheikh Anta Diop (UCAD)

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How free tuition works

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£0 online tuition
MBA, Masters, PhD, DBA and online postgraduate certificates carry zero tuition fees — no annual tuition invoice.
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Transparent other fees
Online tuition and all examinations are 100% free. Amounts are shown before you commit.
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Examinations
All degree examinations are provided free of charge for all students.

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Who this pathway is for

Pair MBA study with Academy courses in finance or marketing fundamentals.
Consider MSc Business Analytics if your venture is data-led.
DBA may suit serial founders tackling complex organisational research questions.

Why ALU

Accredited, tuition-free, global

£0 online MBA tuition
Immediately applicable strategy and finance modules
Study asynchronously around fundraising and operations
Global founder peer network
Accelerated digital degree programmes — tuition-free online postgraduate pathways with published fees before you apply.
Founded 2009. Fully online. English and French. 55 African Union member states.

Frequently asked questions

Is the MBA suitable if I do not have a corporate background?

Yes. Entrepreneurial and SME experience is valued. Admissions reviews your track record, academics and readiness for postgraduate study.

Is online postgraduate tuition really free?

Yes. Online MBA, Masters, PhD, DBA and certificate tuition is £0. Students pay only applicable exam and administrative fees. Exam sponsorship supports most eligible applicants.

Is African Future University accredited?

Yes. AFU is Ofqual-recognised, ASIC-accredited and holds DEAC accreditation.

Free MBA for entrepreneurs

Recommended programmes (17)

Executive MBA in Bilingual Public Management & Diplomacy (Dual Award)

How free tuition works

£0 online tuition

Transparent other fees

Examinations

Who this pathway is for

Accredited, tuition-free, global

Frequently asked questions

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