Program Overview
The MBA - Executive Master in Business Administration at University of Cape Town is a MBA programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the MBA - Executive Master in Business Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across South Africa and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 20,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the MBA - Executive Master in Business Administration programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Module 1: Systems Thinking and Scenario Learning.
- Module 2: Operational Dimensions of Business Acumen
- Module 3: Strategic Dimensions of Business Acumen
- Module 4: Globalisation and Entrepreneurship
- Module 5: Corporate Citizenship and Normative Management
- Module 6: Critical and Strategic Management Thought.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GMAT score:
The GMAT is specifically designed for admission to business or management schools, and is meant to test how prepared you are for a business degree programme
- Have a minimum of 10-15 years work experience and a proven management track record in the public or private sector.
- Be fluent in English. Applicants whose mother tongue is not English will be required to produce a TOEFL certificate to verify fluency in English.
- Have completed a recognised tertiary degree. Candidates not meeting the tertiary degree requirement, can apply through the Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) route and submit the Portfolio of Learning (POL) assessment form.
- GMAT test or the MCPA test.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Cape Town directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Cape Town
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
University of Cape Town is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date March 2025
- Language English
- Duration 12 months