Global Online MBA

About you 

At WBS we are looking for true leaders who embrace challenges, demonstrate creative thinking and inspire change in others and themselves. You should know your strengths and weaknesses, and be capable of, or have the potential to enthuse and encourage others. You will be inquisitive, thoughtful and decisive. 

Entry requirements

  • Experience -  Our Global Online MBA participants have, on average, around 12 years of professional business experience. You must have at least three years’ professional experience, and you should be able to demonstrate progression in your career, which could include increased people management, budgetary and/or project management responsibilities
  • Academic record - You must have an upper second class honours at undergraduate level from a UK university or the equivalent from an overseas university. We also welcome applications from candidates who do not have the academic qualifications but are exceptional, with a proven ability to achieve.

Educated in the English language?

All of our programmes are delivered in English so, if English is not your first language, you may be required to demonstrate a minimum overall standard in the following recognised tests of English. The certificate will be required as evidence. Exemptions may be considered if you have graduated from an English speaking university or worked in an English speaking environment for at least two years. Exemptions are considered on a case by case basis.

English Language Requirements

IELTS (Academic)
7.0

All four languages elements have to be scored 6.0+, with maximum of two language components at lowest level 6.0 or 6.5.

CPE
190 overall

2 x 170, 2 x 190.

CAE
190 overall

2 x 170, 2 x 190.

PTE Academic
70

With 51+ in every section.

TOEFL
Overall score 100

Minimum language component scores: Reading 22, Listening 21, Speaking 23, Writing 21

Trinity ISE III
Merit, Merit, Pass, Pass

In four components.

Trinity ISE IV
Pass, Pass, Pass, Pass

In four components.

Duolingo
Band B: Overall score 130

With at least 110 in two components and 125 in two components.

For full details of the all English Language tests and requirements please visit see the University’s page for English language requirements.

Visas

Please see the University's Student Experience: Immigration and Compliance website for the latest information on visa requirements.

If you need support or advice with your immigration status or visa application, our Immigration & Compliance team will be happy to support you with any queries or issues relating to your personal circumstances.