“With all these tools the MBA provided, we were able to adapt to the uncertainties which the pandemic presented. More importantly, the USB staff worked tirelessly to ensure that we all had the best possible experience as we moved to remote learning.”
–  Mekupi Kambatuku, MBA alumnus

Why study your MBA?

The MBA is the most widely-recognised and desired business degree in the world, and is the perfect way to stay on course for success.  Not only will you be able to #KeepLearning, but you will also become equipped to maintain your personal development as a responsible leader, broaden your career path and increase your network of opportunity for the future.

Why our MBA?

Our MBA programme has all three major international accreditations: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA – and maintains a strong student focus with responsible leadership at its core. Whether you’d like to explore multiple business sectors, pursue more senior positions or be your own boss, our MBA is sure to prepare you to make your impact without having to put your career on hold.

What stands out?

  • Triple accreditation: Our MBA has all 3 major international accreditations.
  • 2 convenient formats: Modular and Blended Learning (see Flexible Learning Formats below)
  • 3 specialist streams: Tailor your career to your specialisation in Health Care Leadership (MBA HCL), Managing International Organisations (MBA MIO) or Project Management (MBA PM).
  • Key focus on responsible leadership: Follow a bespoke Personal Leadership Development Journey in the Leadership Development module.
  • International Study Module: An immersive learning experience at an overseas business school is included in the MBA fees.
  • Rich collaborative learning: Students come from different industries, countries and cultures.

What will you gain?

  • Modern relevance: Equip yourself for today’s ever-evolving business world.
  • Responsible leadership skills: Focus on your development as a responsible leader throughout your MBA.
  • Decision-making expertise: Acquire skills that are based on numeric methods and qualitative techniques.
  • Key competencies for senior management: Operate at senior management level in any industry.
  • The ability to function globally: Apply your skills in any industry, in any country.
  • An understanding of organisational roles: Gain insight into how to benefit your own business, enterprise or organisation.

Flexible learning formats

The MBA is offered in two formats – Blended Learning and Modular. Both formats are perfect for studying while you work, and each offers its own immersive and unique learning experience. The Blended Learning format allows for the flexibility of digital class attendance, minimising time away from work. The Modular format provides a focused in-class experience with zero interruptions.

YEAR 1

Choose to start with either the Modular MBA (blocks of classes spread over the year) or Blended Learning MBA (orientation block plus weekly classes online or on campus).

YEAR 2

During your specialisation year, you attend one on-campus block at the beginning of the year, followed by Blended Learning classes one afternoon a week, and one on-campus electives block towards the end of the year.

Financing

Capitec offers credit for education at a discounted rate from 7% which allows prospective students, or their parents or guardians, to apply for a loan of up to R250 000 and pay it back over 84 months. To apply, the applicant must be permanently employed, 18 years or older, and have a valid South African ID document. A provisional quote or admission letter from USB is needed to process the credit application. You can only apply for Capitec’s credit solution through USB’s website. See www.usb.ac.za/capitec-credit-for-education for details, or click on the link in right-hand bar to apply.

Initiation, service fees and T&Cs apply. Capitec Bank is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 46669) and registered credit provider (NCRCP13).