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Why an MBA?
Hone your skills. Master new knowledge. Create impact. Change the world.
The right MBA can be genuinely transformative, changing the way you think about yourself, your potential and the view ahead.
Whether you're looking to pivot industries, advance to senior leadership, launch your own venture, or expand your impact, an MBA provides:
- Strategic and analytical thinking
- Leadership and decision-making capabilities
- Global business insight with local relevance
- An MBA can also refocus your career objectives, uncover new opportunities and identify paths to success you may have never thought of.
At UCT GSB, the MBA goes beyond theory – it's a transformative experience rooted in real-world challenges, African context, and global ambition.
Which MBA Is Right for Me?
Choosing the right MBA depends on where you are in your career and personal growth, what you want to achieve, and how you prefer to learn. At the UCT GSB, we offer three distinct pathways: Full Time, Modular and Executive MBA - it’s natural to ask: Which MBA will give me the greatest return on my time, effort and investment?
What are you looking for in an MBA program?
I want to eat, sleep, and breathe the full experience
Full-Time MBA
In our top-ranked Full-Time MBA at the UCT GSB, you’ll engage with real-world business challenges alongside a diverse and high-performing cohort. This intensive one-year, Cape Town based programme is rooted in action-based learning, collaboration, and access to an influential African and global network.
- Duration 1 year
- Delivery Format On-campus
- Ideal Candidate Mid-career professionals
- Work Experience Required 3+ years
- Time on Campus Full-time residency
- International Exposure Global electives & exchange options
- Career Support Full support from Career Services
- Ranking Highlights Top 100 in QS Global MBA; #7 Better World MBA
What our Full-Time MBA students say
“The UCT GSB MBA isn't just a degree, it's a catalyst for both personal and professional transformation. Within the first three weeks, I had my mind blown, my worldview challenged and built lifelong connections.”
– Sunir Goven
Full-time MBA '24/25
I want flexibility to study while I work
Modular MBA
A flexible, two-year part-time programme ideal for professionals seeking international business insight with a strong African and South African focus. Students are required to take a maximum of 40 days’ leave over two years – no more than 20 days per year. Students must be available for these days, regardless of how they attend.
- Duration 2 years
- Delivery Format Block release + online
- Ideal Candidate Working professionals
- Work Experience Required 3+ years
- Time on Campus Approx. 20 days/year
- Career Support Full support from Career Services
- Ranking Highlights Top-ranked in Africa (QS)
What our Modular MBA students say
“The UCT GSB MBA isn't just a degree, it's a catalyst for both personal and professional transformation. Within the first three weeks, I had my mind blown, my worldview challenged and built lifelong connections. The diverse network and exceptional support team create an almost curated learning experience for working professionals.”
– Sunir Goven
Full-time EMBA '24/25
I want to lead with deeper insight
A demanding but rewarding two year programme designed for senior professionals who want to keep working full-time while studying part-time. Every module focuses on real conversations about excellence in executive performance, ensuring that what you learn is immediately relevant to your leadership journey.
- Duration 2 years
- Delivery Format In person
- Ideal Candidate Senior execs
- Work Experience Required 3+ years
- Time on Campus Approx. 20 days/year
- Career Support Full support from Career Services
- Ranking Highlights Top-ranked in Africa (QS)
What our EMBA students say
“The UCT GSB MBA isn't just a degree, it's a catalyst for both personal and professional transformation. Within the first three weeks, I had my mind blown, my worldview challenged and built lifelong connections. The diverse network and exceptional support team create an almost curated learning experience for working professionals.”
– Sunir Goven
Full-time EMBA '24/25
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AFRICA'S PREMIER MBA
A transformative learning experience for aspiring leaders, impactful innovators and individuals who want to enhance their management skills.