MBA - Executive Master of Business Administration
Nazarbayev UniversityProgram Overview
The MBA - Executive Master of Business Administration at Nazarbayev University is a MBA programme in Business & Management taught in English, Russian over 20 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 of Business Administration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Kazakhstan and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 20 months
- Language of instruction: English, Russian
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the MBA - Executive Master of 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
- Computer Applications
- Quantitative Methods
- Team Building
- Program Orientation
- Managerial Economics
- Management and Organizations
- Quantitative Tools for Managers
- Financial Accounting
- Marketing
- Foundations of Finance
- Strategy
- Supply Chain Management
- Managerial Accounting
- Corporate Finance
- Financial Analysis
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Leadership
- Marketing
- Strategy
- Negotiations
- Chet Borucki
- Venkat Subramanian
- Jonathan R. Peterson
- Marek Jochec
- Patrick Duparcq
- Atanu Rakshit
- Daniel W. Lund
- Kirill E. Novoselov
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants will be considered after a complete application has been submitted, which must include the following items in English:
- Resume
Candidates must submit a 1-page business/ professional resume containing employment and education background.
- Two letters of recommendation
The most valuable recommendations come from people who know the candidates professional skills and abilities. We require one of two recommendations be written by an employer/individual who can assess the candidate in a work-related environment. The second recommender should be chosen at the candidates discretion.
- Transcripts
Candidates must submit official transcripts from all undergraduate and post-graduate education. Transcripts must be submitted in their original form as well as in an English translation.
- English Language Tests
Official results from recent TOEFL or IELTS exams for applicants whose native language is not English.
- GMAT and GRE
Tests Although official GMAT or GRE scores are not required, a candidate with limited quantitative experience can strengthen the application with a competitive GMAT or GRE score.
- Three essays
Candidates are required to give thoughtful answers to the essay questions for admissions. These questions will be available on the application form; essays must be submitted in English.
- Letter of Corporate
Support A letter from the candidates current employer outlining the companys support of time and financial commitment is required.
- Interview
Admission interviews are by invitation only. Interviews include a variety of behavioral questions covering the topics of teamwork, potential contribution to the EMBA class, and the candidates overall expectations from the EMBA program.
- Quantitative Assessment
The NUGSB Admissions team will conduct a quantitative assessment of candidates. In cases in which background and academic history does not demonstrate sufficient quantitative experience, a formal assessment will be conducted with the candidate to determine their current quantitative abilities.
In the event that a candidates quantitative abilities are not sufficient, the NUGSB Admissions team will suggest a course of action to improve the applicants candidacy.
It should be noted that entry is competitive; these minimum requirements do not imply automatic admission into the program.
While applications will be considered on a rolling basis, only a limited number of EMBA students will be accepted, so it is advised to apply as early as possible.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Nazarbayev University
Nazarbayev University
Astana, Kazakhstan
international research university based in Astana, Kazakhstan
University Profile- Language English, Russian
- Duration 20 months
