Admission requirements for our programmes depend on the type of programme you have chosen. Application documents can be scanned and uploaded via the application form.
Admission requirements differ per program:
Doctor in Business Administration
Admission Requirements
Applicants to the DBA program are expected to meet the following criteria:
- A recognised Master’s degree or equivalent qualification
- Significant professional or managerial experience
- Demonstrated academic and professional motivation
- Proficiency in English
- Successful admission interview (if required)
Each application is reviewed individually to assess suitability for doctoral-level study.
Master in Business Administration (MBA)
Admission Requirements
- A recognised 180 ECTS (3 years) relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
- Professional Experience
- Relevant professional experience is recommended and is required for the executive admission pathway.
- English Language Requirements
- Applicants must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English to follow the programme and complete academic assignments. Generally, IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 60 is required. For details, see:Language requirements
Executive MBA
For individuals with a minimum of two years post-graduate professional experience we offer an executive MBA, covering the same topics as our general MBA, but the executive programme will be tailor-made for you with your specific expertise and experience in mind.
Master in International Relations
Admission Requirements:
- A recognised 180 ECTS (3 years) relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
- English Language Requirements
- Applicants must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English to follow the programme and complete academic assignments. Generally, IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 60 is required. For details, see: Language requirements
Bachelor programs
Admission Requirements:
- A recognised 6-year secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification
- In the case that applicants have a 5-year degree, they will take the IBSH foundation year
- English Language Requirements
- Applicants must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English to follow the program and complete academic assignments. Generally, IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 60 is required. For details, see: Language requirements
Advanced diploma, short and language courses
There are no specific requirements to participate in these programs. Generally, an academic qualification and/or professional experience are advised for the advanced diploma and short courses. For these courses, a decent command of English is also necessary.