Application & admission
APPLICATION TIMELINE
The next program start for the SSE MBA Executive Format is on December 1, 2025.
The online application portal opens in February 2025, with the exact application timeline, including deadlines and admission rounds, to be published in the first quarter of 2025.
- February 2025 - application portal opens.
- December 1, 2025 - program start
ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
To be eligible to the SSE MBA Executive Format, you must have the following:
- A Bachelor's degree or higher
- A minimum of five years relevant professional experience
- A high level of proficiency in spoken and written English
A TOEFL or IELTS certificate is required unless English is your native language or you have studied for at least one academic year at university level on a full-time accredited program conducted in English.
To verify your eligibility, complete the CV review form, upload your CV, and submit.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Step 1: Check your eligibility
Submit your CV and fill out the CV review form to find out whether you qualify to apply for the SSE MBA Executive Format. We will evaluate your eligibility as soon as possible and notify you via email regarding your qualification status. During the period of December 23, 2024, to January 2, 2025, we will not be able to review your CVs and we'll get back to you as soon as possible in January 2025.
Step 2: Submit your application
Once you qualify to apply for the program, you will gain access to the application portal. To start your application, click on Apply now in the "time line" on top of this page to access the portal. Utilize the same email address used during the eligibility form submission to log in.
While filling out the online application, all information is automatically saved, allowing you to log in and continue your application at any time until you are ready to submit.
The admissions board will carefully review applicants' experience, qualifications, essays, test results, motivation, and reasons for studying.
The following documents must be uploaded as part of the application:
- CV in English
- Grade transcripts and/or copy of degree
- High resolution digital photo
- TOEFL/IELTS score, when applicable.
Register for TOEFL with our code 6799.
We highly recommend investing time and effort in crafting thoughtful responses to the essay questions in the application.
Upon submission, pre-set reference requests are automatically sent through the application to the chosen referees. Two references are required, with one coming from your closest manager or the HR department (or a senior manager) to confirm your commitment to the program. The other reference should be from a person who knows you well in your professional capacity.
If you are self-employed or applying on an individual basis, send both reference requests to individuals familiar with your professional background.
Please note that references from relatives are not recommended.
Step 3: Tests, video assessment and a personal interview
If shortlisted based on your application, you will be invited for tests and an interview. This includes both a personality and intelligence test, as well as a video assessment to complete before the interview. During the interview, candidates will discuss their current position, situation, motivation for studying, and reflect on future plans.
Step 4: Notification of the admissions decisions
Admissions decisions are made by the admissions board. If admitted, you will also receive a written offer by us that we will ask you to e-sign.
If you need any further support or advice, please contact us.