The first cohort for the MBA Programme at the Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO started classes in September 2009, the fourth cohort for the MBA Programme will start in September 2012.

 It is too early for the SKOLKOVO MBA to be accredited. We have designed the programme for market acceptance and our criteria equal or exceed accreditation requirements.

12 months with a three-week break for Christmas and the New Year. The MBA finishes in the middle of September the following year (this doesn't include elective module in India).

The SKOLKOVO MBA concentrates on developing a unique style of entrepreneurial leadership skills required for the new type of managers who will be in demand in the 21st century. This means that SKOLKOVO is interested in preparing people not only to manage in fast-growing markets but to establish their own business and lead others in both private and public sector. 

The entire programme will be taught in English, therefore applicants will need fluent English.

 No.

 Yes, all MBAs will be offered on-campus accommodation.

Each student will have their own 30 m² (323 ft²) furnished room, with ‘ensuite’ bathroom.

The accommodation provided would be large enough for two but we would recommend that you find something a little bigger. We can help you with this.

We are building a ‘full-service’ campus with Wi-Fi everywhere, as well  as shops, restaurants, sports facilities and a hotel.

The MBA is aimed at young professionals (aged 21 to 32) with a higher education and with a minimum of 2/3 years of work experience. We look for people with entrepreneurial spirit and leadership potential who either look to start their own business or bring essential business skills to the public sector. Our program participants strive for success and find solutions to difficult situations in the most unpredictable environment. Finally, SKOLKOVO MBA students are people with good leadership skills who can lead others and be lead while working in fast-moving economies, such as Russia, India and China. 

The Programme is designed for people who want to increase their knowledge of leading and managing in fast-moving emerging economies and want to succeed in the rapidly developing markets. They should possess the following:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and strong business acumen ;
• Minimum of two- three years of work experience;
• High academic aptitude;  
• Excellent analytical and creative abilities;
• Proficiency in English;
• Good networking and communication skills,
• Strong drive for success,  open-mindedness and curiosity;
• Willingness to lead and ability to follow.
  

 

 At SKOLKOVO MBA Programme, we seek candidates with a variety of educational backgrounds and work experiences.  We look for candidates with at least 2-3 years of management experience, which demonstrates entrepreneurial qualities, leadership skills and ability to think creatively. With respect to the educational background, we welcome applications from candidates with degrees in arts, languages and philosophy as well as sciences, engineering, mathematics and social sciences, including business and economics.

 We will consider candidates with a university degree and at least 2-3 years of management experience (which means having at least 2 people who report directly to you or creating and managing your own business, either successfully or not.

 The SKOLKOVO MBA concentrates on developing a unique style of entrepreneurial leadership skills required for the new type of managers who will be in demand in the 21st century. This means that SKOLKOVO is interested in preparing people not only to manage in fast-growing markets but to establish their own business and lead others in both private and public sector.

The admissions to the MBA Programme began in September 2009. The fourth MBA class will begin studies in September 2012.

We expect 50 students to be admitted in the 2012 and plan to increase the number of admitted students in the future. While we believe that diversity is important, we ultimately admit individuals and not categories of people. At the same time, we plan to have a very diverse class in terms of gender, ethnicity, nationality, and personal, professional and academic experiences .

Minimal scores:

• for TOEFL PBT – 547
• for TOEFL CBT – 210
• for TOEFL IBT – 78

We expect the class average to be about 105 on the iBT scale equivalent to 620 on the paper-based test and 260 on the computer-based test. The MBA Programme is taught entirely in English, therefore, a high level of English proficiency is necessary.

 

Yes, you can send an IELTS score instead of the TOEFL score. Please, take into account that minimal score for IELTS – 6.5

We would like all applicants to have the necessary work experience completed after receiving their degree.

Yes, anyone can reapply. However, you should take a look at your last application and check if you have made significant changes in your profile before submitting a new application.

Generally no. However, if you have had a career in the armed forces we will consider that as work experience.

150 euro. This can be paid by credit card during the on-line application process. You can also pay the fee via a bank transfer or at the school in person.

 No.

We would like references from people who know you well. Don't just look for a well-known individual or the CEO of your company. Our preference is for a reference from your current employer (or a colleague if you do not want to use your line manager at this time). The other referee could be from a former employer, a client, or peer. You should only choose someone who taught you at university if you have remained in close contact. Whoever you chose, they must know you in a professional capacity. 

Supplemental documents can be delivered personally to Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO, or sent via courier or registered mail. Application form and application fee could be completed online.

1^st July 2012

The SKOLKOVO MBA tuition fee is 60,000 euros*, which includes tuition for the whole programme (excluding the elective module in India: its cost is 5,000 euros), accommodation on Campus and during visits abroad, flights to / from China and USA and a laptop computer.


*The fee will be converted at the due time of payment into Rubles at the then current exchange rate as per Bank of Russia.

 

• Commitment Deposit.

If you are offered a place on the MBA Programme, you will be given a specific date by which you should respond, and pay a non-refundable Commitment Deposit fee of 2,000 euro, should you accept the offer.

• Reservation Fee.

Students accepted the offers, will also need to pay their non-refundable Reservation Fee of 3,000 euros by August 9^th, 2012. Both the Commitment Deposit and Reservation Fee will be deducted from the total tuition fee liability.

The remaining tuition fee of 60,000 euros is to be paid in three equal parts:

• 20,000 euros before August 20^th, 2012
• 20,000 euros by February 1^st, 2013
• 20,000 euros by June 1^st, 2013

It is Russian law all payments be made in Rubles and the official Bank of Russia exchange rate on the day of payment will apply.

There will be a discount of 10% for those willing and able, to pay the 58,500 euros by August 20^th, 2012.

 

No. However, as pursuing MBA degree in a business school is a significant investment in yourself and your future, there are a variety of loans available.

The 12-month programme begins in September 2012 with an Introduction week, which is followed by an academic period running from until December. There is a break for Christmas and New Year holidays. This is followed by the Projects Period. The Programme finishes in September 2013.

Yes. The Moscow School of Management SKOLKOVO will provide you with laptop and Internet access. We also have a Wi-Fi in the School, enabling students to work in and around the Campus.

All comprehensive course materials you will always be able to find in SKOLKOVO Library.  However, as you may want to buy additional books to help you understand the subject, book store on Campus will be open soon.

We will provide access to the Russian language classes if there is enough interest from students. In addition, students can also learn Spanish and Chinese. 

 There is no guarantee of a job after an MBA graduation but SKOLKOVO will provide placement advice and invite companies to Campus for recruiting activities. Moreover the programme design (project-based learning) provides a great opportunity for you to either find a job or to get financing for your own business project from the SKOLKOVO Venture fund. As a rule, several SKOLKOVO MBA graduates in each class get employed within the SKOLKOVO founding partners’ companies and projects. We will be happy to share with you our Alumni success stories and provide you their personal contacts to get first-hand experience and recommendations about the school and the programme.