Admissions
What we look for in a Global Online MBA candidate
Our ideal candidates are ambitious and proactive individuals with a particular interest in the power of technology and innovation in a global context. We look for students who can leverage their networks and resources, demonstrating promising leadership potential and a track-record of driving innovation and collaboration. Could you join the next generation of impactful business leaders in an increasingly connected world?
Entry requirements
Imperial Global Online MBA students have on average 11 years of work experience when joining the class. You will need a minimum of three years of continuous relevant full-time work experience after graduation to apply for the programme.
When assessing your application, we will look at your career progression through roles and responsibilities, and managing projects and people to ensure that you can contribute and engage in the classroom and share your experiences with your peers.
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: We accept an overall score of 5.0 with minimum scores of 5.0 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 Global Online MBA, our team will provide all the relevant visa information and guide you through the process.
Essays are a vital part of your application. The questions for the Global Online MBA programme are:
1. How do you expect the MBA programme to impact your career in both the short term and long term? Please detail your immediate career goals (including the company or sector) upon graduation and your broader aspirations for the future, explaining how the skills, network, and experiences gained from the MBA programme will help you achieve these objectives. (2500 characters, including spaces)
2. Why do you want to study at Imperial Business School and how will you contribute to our community? (3500 characters, including spaces)
3. Imperial’s values are Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence. Describe a time where you embodied one, or more, of these values and explain the impact it had. (3500 characters, including spaces)
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.
Many of our students fund their studies through multiple funding sources. We offer a wide range of awards, including a number of full scholarships to the most talented applicants. We’ve also provided information about the different financing options available to you.
Join an upcoming event
Attending an event is a great way to find out more about our programmes and what it’s like to study at Imperial Business School.
Edinburgh | Recruitment & Admission team one-to-ones
Register your interest for a one-to-one in Edinburgh with our Recruitment & Admissions team, and have any questions answered about the MBA and MSc programmes at the Business School.
MBA breakfast session
Join our bi-monthly breakfast session dedicated to the MBA programmes at Imperial Business School.
Athens | Recruitment & Admissions team one-to-ones
Join us for a one-to-one meeting in Athens with a member of our Recruitment & Admissions Team, and have any questions answered about our MBA and MSc programmes at the Business School.
Athens | MBA & MSc networking evening
Join our Recruitment & Admissions team in an informal networking session over drinks and refreshments in Athens.
Campus | Recruitment & Admissions team one-to-ones
Join us for an one-to-one meeting with a member of the Recruitment & Admissions team, and have any questions answered about the MBA & MSc programmes at the Business School.