MBA Degree at GIBS Business School | University of Pretoria’s Gordon Institute of Business

The GIBS MBA is completed over two years. GIBS offers students the choice of attending either a modular block release programme or a part-time programme. Both are offered on the GIBS Illovo Campus.

The structure of the MBA allows you to apply your knowledge back into your work environment and keep you in touch with the constant changes affecting business.

Modular block release MBA

Takes place over two years, beginning in January each year and ending in December the following year.

Students attend full-day classes in a block release format alternating with periods at work. These study blocks are over long weekends from Thursday to Sunday.

Part-time MBA

Takes place over two years, beginning in January each year and ending in December the following year.

Students attend classes three times a week: from 17:30 to 21:00 twice a week and from 08:30 to 17:30 on Saturdays.

Why choose to do your MBA at GIBS

The University of Pretoria, one of South Africa’s oldest and most respected teaching and research educational institutions, currently has close to 50 000 registered students. The university made the strategic decision to open a campus in Sandton – the business hub of South Africa – and in 2000 the Gordon Institute of Business Science opened its doors. GIBS is proud to be able to contribute to the university’s role in delivering high-quality business education in South Africa. The MBA degree is conferred by the University of Pretoria.

With a purpose-built campus, interactive relationships with South African business and highly qualified local and international faculty, GIBS is in a position to offer an innovative and applicable MBA to a cohort of hand-picked, diverse young business executives. From our Information Centre, to our fully equipped classrooms, syndicate rooms, restaurant and lodge, we strive to ensure that all your needs are met. In addition, our strong links with business allows students to interact with local and international business leaders on a continual basis.

GIBS offers students boundless opportunities to learn and develop, both personally and professionally. Through a potent mix of proven theory and latest best practice, the GIBS MBA gives you a competitive edge in the short-term application of relevant knowledge which has long-term strategic value for your career.

The GIBS MBA:

Offers a life changing experience and relevant exposure to the best practices of South African and global leadership;

Is globally relevant: the compulsory global module is a distinctive element of the GIBS MBA programme. This international module allows students to focus on the unique opportunities and challenges offered by various countries. Potential destinations include India, Latin America, China, Japan and the East and West coasts of the USA;

Takes place at the world-class, purpose-built GIBS campus, which enhances your learning experience, and offers best-of-breed facilities necessary to obtain your MBA degree;

Ensures interactive relationships with South African business and corporate leaders;

Is delivered by highly-qualified, world-class local and international faculty through a potent mix of classroom lectures, case studies, business simulations, company visits and syndicate projects;

Is offered on a modular block release or part-time basis at the GIBS campus in Illovo, Johannesburg;

Features a unique mentorship programme; and

Delivers personalised sessions through LEAD (Leadership Assessment and Development).

The MBA programme remains one of the most sought-after degrees. The GIBS MBA is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), thus ensuring our students are equipped for success in both local and international arenas.

GIBS MBA graduates will vouch for the fact that the MBA is one of the greatest investments one can make towards one’s future and the long-term benefits far outweigh the time and financial investment required.