Admission requirements

Experience and Competence requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience working in Vietnam’s large corporations or multinational companies operating in Vietnam.
  • Mid-level management position or higher.
  • Nominated by the current company.
  • Participation in a competency test organized by ISB & Western Sydney University Vietnam, including Case study, Interview & Commitment letter.

Academic requirements:

  • Graduation from a Bachelor’s program or higher in the field of Economics from a university recognized by Western Sydney Vietnam; OR
  • Graduation from a non-Economics Bachelor’s program or from a Group 2 university (according to Australian regulations) requires completion of Pre-MBA Course before entering the main program.

English requirements:

  • IELTS Academic score ≥ 6.5 (with no component score lower than 6.0) or equivalent English proficiency certificate.
    (*) These are the necessary requirements to apply for the MBA Talent program. ISB will conduct a screening process and confirm the candidates via the provided email during the registration.

MBA Talent scholarships & tuition fees

  • Total tuition fee:
  • US$14,400
  • Scholarships:
  • + Partner scholarships: 50% tuition fee scholarship for candidates from partner companies’selection rounds (meet English requirements,
    Academic requirements and Special requirements).

    + Talent scholarship: 100% tuition fee scholarship for Top excellent candidates in the final selection round.

Tuyển sinh chương trình MBA Talent 2022

Timeline milestones

Candidate selection

*CV submission deadline

12/2023 – 04/2024

05/04/2024

MBA Talent selection rounds

04/2024 – 05/2024

Scholarship results announcement and acceptance

05/2024 – 06/2024

MBA Talent scholarship award

06/2024

Start of the 2024 course

07/2024

(*) Timelines are subject to change.

Admissions & Enrollment Process

Step 1: Submit Application

Step 2: Participate in MBA Talent Selection rounds

Step 3: Receive Scholarship offer letter

Step 4: Accept the Scholarship

Step 5: Attend pre-MBA classes (if necessary)

Step 6: Enrollment

FAQ

WHAT IF I DO NOT ACCEPT THE ADMISSION OFFER ON TIME OR DO NOT MEET THE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS?

As we need sufficient time to complete the necessary procedures, not accepting the scholarship within the specified deadline will be considered a decision to decline the scholarship. This means that you will not be able to become a member of the MBA Talent program for this academic year.

WHAT IF I CANNOT MEET THE PROGRAM DEADLINES DUE TO AN EMERGENCY?

Please inform us as soon as possible and provide evidence of the reasons stated. We will evaluate each specific case accordingly.

IF I AM A BUSINESS OWNER, CAN I PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROGRAM?

Absolutely. However, you will need to submit relevant documents related to the activities of your business. We will evaluate each specific case accordingly.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY COMPANY DOES NOT AGREE TO SIGN THE NOMINATION LETTER?
We are sorry that your company did not agree to endorse your participation in the program. We hope that you will be able to prepare a complete application and participate in the program in the near future.
HOW IS THE SCHOLARSHIP RATE CALCULATED?

The candidates with the best performance in the final round (scholarship selection round) will be awarded full scholarships covering 100% of the tuition fee (USD 14,400). The remaining candidates who have passed the applicant screening process will receive scholarships covering 50% of the tuition fee (USD 7,200).

WHEN SHOULD I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION?

The important deadlines have been clearly listed on the website. You can refer to them and contact us if needed. The application deadline for the Academic Year 2024 deadline is April 5, 2024.

I HAVE A BACHELOR'S DEGREE, BUT IT IS NOT RELATED TO ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS. AM I ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR THE MBA TALENT PROGRAM?

Absolutely! However, you will need to submit your degree and transcripts. We will evaluate and arrange for you to participate in the necessary Pre-MBA courses to supplement your foundational business knowledge before entering the main program.

MY ENGLISH CERTIFICATE HAS EXPIRED. DO I NEED TO RETAKE THE TEST?

Yes, it is necessary. Please note that ISB accepts English certificates including IELTS (Academic), TOEFL and PTE. If you submit an IELTS (Academic) certificate, the overall score must be greater than or equal to 6.5, with no component score lower than 6.0, or equivalent certificates.

UNDER WHAT CIRCUMSTANCES CAN I BE EXEMPTED FROM THE ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TEST?

If you have graduated from an international university in Vietnam or completed an undergraduate program taught in English abroad within the past 2 years, you may be exempted from the English proficiency test. However, you will need to submit a soft copy of your bachelor’s degree issued by the university for further consultation. We will review and respond to each specific case accordingly.

CAN I SUBMIT THE ENGLISH CERTIFICATE AFTER THE APPLICATION DEADLINE?

If you register and take an English test before the application deadline but have not received the official certificate yet, you can submit it as a supplement once you receive the official certificate. However, you must take the test before the application deadline and send us the results within your application.

HOW CAN I CHECK THE STATUS OF MY ADMISSION APPLICATION?

After each deadline, we will send a confirmation notification to all applicants regarding the status of their application.

DO I NEED TO PAY ANY ADMISSION FEE?

When you accept the scholarship from the MBA Talent program, you will be required to pay an admission fee of 27,600,000 VND.
– If you receive a 100% scholarship, this fee will be fully refunded to you upon completion of the program.
– If you receive a 50% scholarship, this fee will be deducted from the tuition fee for the final term (Stage 2) of the program.
– If you withdraw from the program, this fee will not be refunded or deducted under any circumstances. We will evaluate and handle specific situations on a case-by-case basis.

THE MBA TALENT PROGRAM IS ACCREDITED BY WHICH UNIVERSITY? IS THERE ANY DIFFERENCE IN THE DEGREE CERTIFICATION?

The MBA Talent program is accredited by Western Sydney University, Australia, and has been approved by the Australian Department of Education, Skills and Employment. Therefore, the MBA degree you obtain upon completion of the MBA Talent program will be awarded by Western Sydney University, Australia, and will be globally recognized. There is no difference in the degree certification between students studying in Australia and those studying in Vietnam.

WHAT IS THE AVERAGE CLASS SIZE OF THE MBA TALENT PROGRAM?

For a class in the MBA Talent program, there are an average of 45-50 students.

THE LEARNING METHOD OF THE MBA TALENT PROGRAM?

The MBA Talent program is a part-time master’s program. The learning approach combines in-person classes and online learning. However, we always prioritize in-person learning to ensure that the students have a conducive learning environment and opportunities for peer interaction and exchanging ideas among themselves.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE MBA TALENT PROGRAM?

The MBA Talent program is designed to be completed in approximately 18-24 months, including 10 courses and 1 dissertation.

ARE THE CLASSES OF THE MBA TALENT PROGRAM ORGANIZED ON WEEKDAYS OR WEEKENDS?

All classes of the MBA Talent program are scheduled in the evenings on weekdays or on weekends. The detailed timetable will be provided to the students before the start of the program.

WHAT IS THE TUITION FEE OF THE MBA TALENT PROGRAM?

The tuition fee of the MBA Talent program is 338,400,000 VND (14,400 USD).
– If you are awarded a 100% scholarship, you will not need to pay any tuition fees.
– If you are awarded a 50% scholarship, you will be required to pay the remaining 50% of the tuition fee, which is 169,200,000 VND (7,200 USD).

IF I RECEIVE A 50% SCHOLARSHIP, HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO PAY THE REMAINING TUITION FEE?

During the 18-month MBA Talent program, students will have 6 payment installments, with each installment occurring every 3 months. Each payment will be 28,200,000 VND (1,200 USD). The total amount to be paid is 169,200,000 VND (7,200 USD).

CAN I DEFER MY ADMISSION?

– During the 18-24 months of the MBA Talent program, you can only defer once, and the maximum deferral period is 1 year.
– However, if you choose to defer your program, a new admission offer (for the following year) will be sent, and the tuition fees may be subject to change compared to the current admission offer. You may also not meet the eligibility requirements for future intakes if the program’s admission criteria are modified.

IF I AM AWARDED A 50% SCHOLARSHIP BUT CHOOSE NOT TO ACCEPT IT AND DECIDE TO WAIT UNTIL THE NEXT YEAR'S SCHOLARSHIP SELECTION FOR A CHANCE TO RECEIVE A 100% SCHOLARSHIP, WHAT WILL HAPPEN?

If you have been awarded a 50% scholarship for this year but choose not to accept it, you will not be eligible to reapply for a 100% scholarship in the following year. However, you can still participate in the program in the next available intake.