Program overview
Asia’s First Live Online MBA
GLOBIS pioneered live online MBA education in Asia, bringing our discussion-based learning experience to professionals around the world. This is not a program built around watching recorded lectures alone. You will analyze real business cases, challenge ideas and learn directly from experienced lecturers and classmates from different countries and industries.
This two-year program allows you to continue your career while developing practical management skills and applying new perspectives directly at work.
Our holistic Online MBA course is purpose-driven, hands-on, and immersive. Working towards an MBA degree online allows you to transform your future, from the location that suits you best. Get the foundations you need to enhance your life and career.
Why Choose the GLOBIS Online MBA?
Practical for Today’s Leaders
With our live Online MBA, there are no one-way lectures. Take part in interactive discussions, and role play as a CEO or manager to learn how to make better business decisions.
Courses Focused on Startups and Technology
Our groundbreaking Online MBA curriculum will cover everything you need to know about creating your own business, while you learn about emerging, innovative technologies (what we call Technovate).
Gateway to the World
When you’re studying for your MBA degree online, you’ll get access to the expansive GLOBIS business network. Connect with professionals from over 68 countries, from a vast range of backgrounds.
Online MBA Curriculum
Build a strong foundation across essential areas of management, and choose from a wide range of courses based on your goals and interests.
Classes are centered on real business cases and live discussion, helping you strengthen your judgment and apply what you learn directly at work. Throughout the program, you will also develop your kokorozashi - your personal mission and the impact you want to create through your career.
What our Students Say
Ali Kohantorabi
2023 Full-time MBA / Iran“GLOBIS has a practical approach that stands out against the more academic focus of typical universities. The curriculum involves learning through real case studies, which are tangible and directly applicable to your career. This hands-on approach helps us learn theoretical concepts and apply our own perspectives to each case.”
Application Process
1. Requirements
As practicality is the focus of our program, we look for participants who have quality hands-on working experience and will actively contribute to our discussion-based courses. Applicants need to satisfy the following eligibility requirements in order to be accepted into the Part-time & Online MBA Program.
1. Minimum Age
You must be at least 22 years of age.
2. Degree
You must possess a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent degree.*
*If you do not have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent by the time of entrance, you will need to undergo a Preliminary Screening to determine if your background and work experience is sufficient.
3. Work Experience
You must have a minimum 2 years of professional working experience.*
4. Language Requirements
English proficiency (candidates who fulfill either of the following criteria are considered eligible)
- Native English speaker*
- English language proficiency test result: TOEFL iBT/TOEIC/IELTS/Cambridge CPE/Cambridge CAE
*Native speakers of English or graduates of university programs taught entirely in English are exempt.
2. Preliminary Screening
If you are 22 years of age but do not meet one or more of the admission requirements indicated above, you may still apply for the MBA programs, but will first need to pass a Preliminary Screening. Refer to the Full-time MBA Program Admission Guide for more details.
3. How to Apply
Step 1: Submit your Application
Open an account in the Online Admission Portal and submit the required application documents.
Step 2: Initial Result Notificaiton
Your initial screening is evaluated based on the information and documents you submitted with your application. Shortlisted applicants will receive their interview schedule at this time.
Step 3: Second Screening (Interview)
Participate in a 30-minute online interview.
Step 4: Final Result Notification
The Admissions Committee will evaluate your application and interview and then inform you of the final decision.
Step 5: Confirmation of Enrollment
Confirm whether you’d like to join our MBA program by the dates specified in the Application Schedule.
4. Required Documents
- Personal data
- Photo
- Letter of recommendation
- Transcript (and certificate of graduation if necessary)
- Evidence of English ability (if necessary)
- Essays
- GMAT/GRE score report (optional, but recommended)
- CV (optional)
- Evidence of most recent net annual salary (GLOBIS Scholarship applicants only)
- Residence card copy (for non-Japanese applicants already living in Japan)
- GLOBIS Scholarship application (optional)
Refer to the Full-time MBA Program Admission Guide for the whole application process and details on the required documents.
Application Schedule
| Round | Application Deadline | Initial Screening Result Notification | Second Screening (Interview) | Final Result Notification | Deadline for Confirmation of Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | November 17, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | December 5–6, 2026 | December 15, 2026 | January 6, 2027 |
| February | February 16, 2027 | March 2, 2027 | March 6–7, 2027 | March 16, 2027 | March 23, 2027 |
| April | April 20, 2027 | May 11, 2027 | May 15–16, 2027 | May 24, 2027 | May 31, 2027 |
| July* | July 6, 2027 | July 20, 2027 | July 24–25, 2027 | August 2, 2027 | August 9, 2027 |
*The July application round is applicable to Part-time & Online MBA only
Note: For any applicants with disabilities that may require special considerations for the second screening, please notify the Admissions Office prior to application.
Tuition and Scholarships
1. Application Fee
- Applicants residing in Japan: 36,000 JPY (Approx. 88 OMR)
- Applicants living overseas: 15,000 JPY (Approx. 37 OMR)
Deadline: Before the application deadline.
Payment Method: Credit card.
The application fee cannot be reimbursed or deferred to another academic year.
2. Tuition
| Enrollment Fee | Tuition Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 80,000 JPY (Approx. 195 OMR) | 3,450,000 JPY (Approx. 8,400 OMR) | 3,530,000 JPY (Approx. 8,595 OMR) |
- The enrollment fee is non-refundable.
- Any tuition paid for credits earned in the Pre-MBA (individual MBA courses) will be deducted from the Part-time & Online MBA program’s total.
- In principle, tuition is paid in four installments, every six months. The first installment is due at the end of August 2027. You may pay in full upon request.
- The tuition for credits earned prior to admission and recognized as credits earned at GLOBIS University (including credits earned as a Pre-MBA student) will be deducted equally from the second installment and fourth installment.
- You can extend the program beyond 2 years by paying an extension fee of 310,000 JPY (Approx. 750 OMR).
3. Payment Schedule
Enrollment Fee
Deadline: At the end of August 2027.
Tuition Fee
Deadline:
- First installment paid at the end of August 2027.
- Subsequent installments paid every six months (four installments total).
- It is possible to pay in full upon request to the Admissions Office.
4. Payment Method
Enrollment and tuition fees are payable by bank transfer or credit card*.
*Credit cards are accepted for international payments only.
5. GLOBIS Scholarships
All applicants to the Part-time & Online MBA Program are eligible to apply for GLOBIS Scholarships. GLOBIS Scholarships can cover up to 50% of tuition and are available to students who demonstrate the potential to contribute to the GLOBIS community with exceptional academic performance and leadership skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Find answers in the GLOBIS University Part-time & Online MBA FAQ.
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