Admissions
What we look for in an Executive MBA candidate
Our ideal candidates are ambitious and proactive leaders with a particular interest in the power of technology and innovation. We look for individuals with previous business experience who can leverage their networks and resources, demonstrating strong leadership potential and a track-record of driving innovation and collaboration.
Further detailed entry requirements are below.
Entry requirements
Typically, we are looking for candidates with ten years’ relevant postgraduate work experience, however, candidates with over eight years’ relevant experience can be exceptionally considered. Work experience should include significant management experience (typically five years), which may include line, project or matrix management.
You will need at least a UK Second Class Honours or the international equivalent, or an acceptable professional qualification:
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Full membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in the UK or Ireland (ICAEW, ICAS or Chartered Accountants Ireland)
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Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accounting (CIPFA)
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Associateship or Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
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Full membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
All home, EU, and overseas applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. Students who were not awarded their degree in a qualifying English-speaking country must demonstrate their proficiency by completing an approved English language qualification at the required level. Minimum test requirements for the most popular tests are:
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IELTS (academic): A minimum score of 7.0 with minimum scores of 6.5 in all elements
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TOEFL iBT: A minimum score of 100 overall with minimum scores of 22 in all elements
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Duolingo English Test: 125 Overall with no less than 115 in any band score
More detailed information can be found on our English language requirements page.
A student visa is not required for this programme. A short-term study visa is required for the on-campus periods of the programme if you are an international student from a country outside the EU or EEA. If you are made an offer for a place on the Executive MBA, our team will provide all the relevant visa information and guide you through the process.
Invest in yourself
Choosing to pursue an MBA is one of the most important decisions you will make and is a substantial investment in yourself.
Tuition fees cover the length of the programme, study materials, and accommodation during the study tours and global residencies.
Fees do not cover the cost of accommodation and living expenses while in London, flights for the study tours and global residencies, supplementary texts and study materials, Careers Club membership (£10 per club per year).
The fees for both UK and international students are the same.
1Deposit: The non-refundable confirmation deposit counts towards the cost of the programme.
Paying your fees
Full information on how to pay your fees will be communicated after you have accepted your offer. To secure your place, a deposit of 10% of the first year's is required. This is part of the full tuition fee and not an additional cost.
Making your payment
You can pay your MBA tuition fees in one instalment per year when the programme starts or, if you are self-funding, in two instalments as set in regulated credit agreements.
Receiving your invoice
You will receive an email invoice from the Tuition Fees team within five days of accepting your offer and will need to pay the deposit within 30 days of receiving this invoice. Failure to pay this in time may result in your offer being withdrawn.
Join an upcoming event
Riyadh | Recruitment Team One-to-Ones
Register your interest for a one-to-one in Riyadh with our Recruitment Team, and have any questions answered about the MBA and MSc programmes at the Business School.
Toronto | MBA & MSc Networking Evening
We welcome you to join our in-person networking evening to connect with our Recruitment Team, current students and alumni so that you can find out which MBA or MSc programme is right for you.
Vancouver | Recruitment Team One-to-Ones
Register your interest for an in-person one-to-one with a member of the Student Recruitment Team in Vancouver
London | Recruitment Team One-to-Ones
Join us for an one-to-one meeting with a member of the Recruitment Team, and have any questions answered about the MSc or MBA programmes at the Business School.
Dublin | Recruitment Team One-to-Ones
Register your interest for a one-to-one in Dublin with our Recruitment Team, and have any questions answered about the MBA and MSc programmes at the Business School.
MBA information session
We welcome you to join our online information session to hear from Imperial MBA staff, members from our Recruitment & Admissions team, so that you can find out if an MBA is right for you.