UCT GSB MBA PROGRAMME FORMAT & DELIVERY

MBA FULL-TIME FORMAT 

The UCT GSB MBA full-time format comprises an intensive one year journey from August to August including Core Courses in Terms 1, 2, 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.  

MBA FULL-TIME TERM DATES - 2024/25

Orientation Week: 12 - 16 August 2024

Term 1: 19 August - 25 October 2024

Term 1 Break: 28 October - 1 November 2024

 Term 2: 4 November - 13 December 2024

Term 2 mid-term break: 16 December 2024 - 10 January 2025

 Term 2 (continued): 13 January - 14 February 2025

Term 2 Break: 17 - 21 February 2025

 Term 3: 24 February - 9 May 2025

Term 3 Break: 12 - 16 May 2025

 Term 4: 19 May - 27 June 2025

 Elective Block: 2 July - 1 August 2025