MBA Student Life
Community beyond the Classroom
Class profile/Meet the Class
MBA Modular Class includes a diverse group of early to mid-career professionals from right here in Cape Town and around the world. Different backgrounds and cultures create a dynamic, collaborative MBA experience. In the microcosm of the GSB classroom, these differences mean unique perspectives and enriching discussions with real-world insights.
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Average Cohort Size
7 Years
Average Work Experience
7
Nationalities Represented
32%
Women in the Cohort
20%
Academic Excellence
17
Underrepresented Minority Students
Mcoleli Cower Mthethwa
“With a very rural and traditional background, my MBA journey has been enlightening, allowing me to embrace my history and background while leveraging my authentic self and expertise to advance my career. It has provided me with invaluable business and strategic insights, which I have successfully integrated into my personal life, traditional communities and the corporate world which have made me thrive in many different settings.”
– Mcoleli Cower Mthethwa
MBA Mod '25
Stories About the Full-Time MBA Student Experience
Find a home in a global community that learns, grows and makes an impact together.
Our MBA brings together students from around the world, each contributing unique perspectives and experiences that shape a rich learning environment. The result is a diverse, supportive community where collaboration, debate, and shared growth prepare you for leadership in any context.
Join student-led clubs, connect with peers and alumni making a difference globally, and be part of a network that extends far beyond the classroom.
student recognition
Our MBA students are making their mark - on campus, across Africa, and around the world. They’re constantly pushing boundaries, recent highlights include:
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Winners of the 2025 Berlin Dialogue on Business & Society
Tackling real-world dilemmas at the intersection of business and ethics. -
Finalists in the Geneva Challenge on Social Innovation
Presenting scalable solutions to pressing global development issues.
student clubs
Student clubs, associations and committees
play an integral part in the student experience.
Explore our student-run opportunities for
networking, skill-building and leadership.
Professional speakers, hold interview
sessions, organize career networking events.
MBA Life in Pictures
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MBA class - a diverse group of students
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Each smile tells a story of late nights, big ideas, and the community that carried them through.
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Even in an MBA classroom, laughter is part of the learning.
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The start of new beginnings.
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Part of a greater community of believers, ready to make a difference together
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Life in the city
Day in the Life of a UCT MBA
What our students say
The UCT GSB MBA is a broad-based degree that will refine your professional knowledge, stimulate your imagination and give you the business acumen and leadership skills you need to stay relevant in a changing world.
Imagine yourself at UCT GSB. Follow current students through common areas, and classrooms.
MBA Student Voices
Responsible Citizenship
As part of the MBA, students take part in the Responsible Citizenship course, which challenges them to apply their skills to real-world social and environmental issues. To bring this to life, we will showcase stories directly from our students – sharing their reflections, learnings and experiences.
Testimonials
Get the student experience from the perspective of current MBA students. Students share their insights, commentary, and anecdotes about what it means to be part of the GSB MBA journey.
Contact us about the MBA Program
A transformative learning experience for aspiring leaders, impactful innovators and individuals who want to enhance their management skills.
