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Ilia State UniversityTbilisi, Georgia
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Business Administration

Offered By Ilia State University

Accredited by NCEQEAdmissions Open

Degree

Master in Business Administration

Duration

2 Years

Format

On-Campus

Instruction Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Program Overview

Housed within ISU’s School of Business, Technology and Education, this MBA program was established to respond to the needs of modern business practice and leadership. It offers internships, practical case-based learning, and opportunities to study abroad through Erasmus+ partnerships with over 30 European universities. A notable feature is the "Double‑Degree MBA" collaboration with the University of Applied Sciences Burgenland (Austria): students who meet additional credit and language requirements may earn both the MBA from ISU and a Master of Arts in International Business from Burgenland.

Career Paths

  • Graduates are prepared for leadership and managerial roles across sectors such as:
  • Corporate Strategy
  • Executive or Middle Management
  • Consultancy and Think-Tank Analyst

Admission Requirements

General Admission Requirements

  • Valid PassportRequired

    Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended period of stay.

  • Recorded InterviewRequired

    A video interview must be completed through our online admission portal. The interview will be recorded and reviewed by the university admission committee.

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalentRequired

    Undergraduate academic qualification awarded after completing a program of study.

  • English Language Proficiency

    CEFR B2 level is required. Accepted tests include TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalents.

Curriculum & Structure

What You Will Learn

Graduates will be able to:
Execute strategic planning and organizational evaluation
Use contemporary research methods to diagnose business challenges and propose innovative solutions
Communicate and negotiate effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams
Operate as independent experts in organizational strategy and administration
Represent and advocate for organizational decisions in professional settings.
View Official Syllabus

Tuition Fee

Due now — paid when you apply

Application Fee

This covers application processing, document translation, and recognition of foreign certificates.

$350

Paid later — after you're admitted

Tuition Fee

$4,000

/ year

No hidden costs — full fee transparency

Tuition Benchmarking

Comparison of this program's tuition against similar programs in Georgia.

Living in Georgia

$575–$840/ month

Estimated total monthly budget including rent, food, and transport.

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Fall intake Academic Year 2026/27

Open