MBA Full Time Programme Term Dates

MBA Full Time Block Dates 2026 / 2027

Term Course Dates
Term 1 11 August 2026 – 23 October 2026
Term 2 2 November 2026 – 18 December 2026
Mid-term Break 21 December 2026 – 8 January 2027
Term 2 continued 11 January 2027 – 12 February 2027
Term 3 22 February 2027 – 7 May 2027
Term 4 10 May 2027 – 6 August 2027


* Please note term dates are subject to change.

MBA Full Time Programme Format & Delivery

The UCT GSB MBA full-time format comprises an intensive one year journey from August to August including Core Courses in Terms 1, 2, 3 and Electives in Terms 4. The programme involves extensive group work including individual assignments with over 500 hours of contact time through lectures, group work and one-on-ones with faculty.

The full time MBA programme is ideally suited to students who are seeking a global approach with an African perspective, and are looking to immerse themselves in full-time study.