The following are the requirements for admission to the Master of Business Administration program as specified on below mentioned points:

1) MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT

1. A Bachelor's degree in Business discipline from an accredited institution in the UAE or its equivalent or
2. A Bachelor's degree in other than business discipline will be accepted but the applicant is required to undergo a MQP of SUC.

2) PROVISIONAL ADMISSION
A TOEFL score of 550 on the Paper-Based, 213 on the Computer-Based, or 79 on the Internet-Based test, or the equivalent score on any another standardized test approved by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research (MOHESR), such as IELTS score of (6.0), is required for admission to the Master's program with the following exceptions.

1. A native speaker of English who has completed BBA education in an English medium institution in a country where English is the Official language.
2. A student admitted to and graduated from an English medium institution that can provide evidence of acquiring a minimum TOEFL score of 500 on the Paper-Based test, or its equivalent on another standardized test approved by the MOHESR, upon admission to BBA program.

3) CGPA REQUIREMENT
A cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 (on a 4.0 point scale or its established equivalent) in the applicant's Baccalaureate degree program is required for admission to MBA programs.

4) PROBATIONARY ADMITTANCE
Students with CGPA 2.5 to 2.99 in the applicants Baccalaureate degree along with the following:

1. TOEFL score of 550 on the Paper-Based test, 213 on the Computer-Based, or 79 on the Internet-Based test, or the equivalent score on another standardized test approved by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research (MOHESR), such as IELTS score of (6.0) may be admitted to the Master's program subject to the following:
   • May take a maximum of nine credit hours in the first semester of study.
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the MBA program.
   • If either of the above provision is not met the student will be dismissed.
2. TOEFL score of 530 on the paper-based test, 197 on the computer-based, or 71 in the internet-based test or its equivalent using a standardized test approved by MOHESR may be admitted to the MBA program subject to the following:
   • Must achieve a TOEFL score of 550, or equivalent, by the end of the student's first semester of study
   • May take a maximum of six credit hours in the first semester of study, not including intensive English courses
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.
   • If either of the above provision is not met the student will be dismissed.
3. Students with CGPA 2.0 to 2.49 in the baccalaureate degree and meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy for both business and non-business disciplines) may be admitted to the Master's program subject to the following:
   • To qualify for MBA program admission a student must complete seven courses of MQP with minimum B grade or take challenge exam (only for business graduates) in any of the seven courses and score minimum B grade.
   • Incase student has already taken any of the MQP courses with the grade of B or above at baccalaureate degree, may be exempted from such courses provided an official transcript for evaluation at the time of admission is submitted by the student and subject to approval as per SUC TOC Policy.
   • Meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy.
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.
   • If either provision is not met the student will be dismissed.

NOTE: Admission to the above category of students is limited to a maximum of one third (1/3) of the total enrollment in the MBA.

5) MATURED ENTRY ADMISSION
Students with CGPA 2.0 to 2.49 in the applicant's baccalaureate degree and meets the English competency requirements mentioned in section B (both business and non-business discipline):

1. Business Graduates:
   • Must have 5 years of work experience after completion of baccalaureate degree
   • Such students will have to face a pre-enrollment personal interview with a designated committee to assess level of academic aptitude for joining the MBA Program
   • Meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program
2. Non-Business Graduates:
   • Must have 5 years of work experience after completion of baccalaureate degree.
   • Meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy.
   • Must complete the MQP requirement as per SUC policy.
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.

6) TRANSFER ADMISSION
SUC accepts students who are transferring from a federal or licensed institution in the UAE or foreign institutions of higher learning based outside the UAE which are accredited in its home country and are enlisted or approved by MOHESR, are eligible for transfer admission.

A maximum of 12 credit hours can be accepted as transfer into the MBA Program of SUC provided these credit hours are adequate to meet the requirements for Transfer of credits (TOC) procedures. All the courses in the curriculum are protected except the following courses that are accepted for TOC from any accredited MBA level program:

S.No.	CODE	COURSE
1	CIS601	CORPORATE INFORMATION STRATEGY & MANAGEMENT
2	ACC601	MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
3	ECO601	MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS
4	MGM601	HUMAN RESOURSE MANAGEMENT
5	MKT601	MARKETING MANAGEMENT

Transfer admission students have to fulfill the following requirements /conditions:

Documents Required:

1. The official transcripts
2. Detailed syllabi (Credit Value, Level, detailed course content, learning outcomes/objective and indicative learning resources)
3. An official letter from the previous institution
4. All documents mentioned in the registration requirements
5. Processing fee as applicable must be submitted for evaluation. Transfer of credit is granted under the following conditions:
   1. Must meet the English proficiency requirement.
   2. The course contents mentioned in the CDP of the previous institution should match a minimum of 75% of the SUC Syllabus of the corresponding course.
   3. The student must attend a minimum of 50% of the credit hours of their study plan at SUC in other words, only up to 50% of the courses can be transferred to the program.
   4. The credit hours completed must be equivalent or higher to the corresponding courses offered at SUC.
   5. Must have passed the course with a minimum of B grade or equivalent and overall CGPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0.
   6. Maximum credits awarded for transfer admission will be limited specified courses at SUC. In case credits earned at the original institution are less than those at SUC, the lower credits will be awarded as transfer.
   7. Once TOC is granted and the Graduation plan is signed by the student, the student cannot challenge the TOC decision during the progression of course.
   8. A student is placed in the fourth semester status only after completing all the balance courses till the third semester.
   9. Students of SUC may be permitted to pursue courses outside only in extreme circumstances with prior approval from Administration and Dean. Students pursuing their studies at SUC are generally not granted TOC for courses offered at SUC.
   10. Prohibit accepting credit twice for substantially the same course taken at two different institutions.
   11. The result of transferred courses will not be included while calculating the student's Grade Point Average (GPA).
   12. SUC TOC processing fees non-refundable (as per applicable fee structure)

Procedure for Finalizing Institutions for the purpose of Transfer of Credits Qualification

SUC will accept transfer of credits only from the Institutions under the following categories:

1. Accredited by the MOHESR, UAE.
2. Accredited by the Central or Regional accreditation bodies in the United States of America.
3. Accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC), India.
4. Accredited by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan.
5. Approved by the Quality Assurance Agency in Education, U.K.
6. Accredited/recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education for all other countries from where the student is seeking admission.

1) LOCAL STUDENTS OR STUDENTS WITH OWN VISA MUST SUBMIT

1. 5 Passport size colored photographs (not Polaroid).
2. Passport Copy along with Visa page with minimum six months validity.
3. Attested copy of Bachelor's Degree Certificate along with marks sheet (as applicable).
   • For students from UAE Universities certificate should be attested by the university and Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • For students from foreign Universities operating in UAE and approved by the Ministry of Higher Education, UAE, certificate should be attested by the University & private Department in Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • For students from overseas Universities, certificate should be attested by the University, Ministry of Higher Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Foreign Embassy from country of origin.
4. The following fees must be paid at the time of admission: (AED 6,000)
   • Application Fee (non-refundable) AED 1,000
   • First Installment Fee AED 5,000
Note: The admission fee is non-refundable after commencement of classes, even if the student did not attend any class.
5. TOEFL score of 550 out of 677 on Institutional Test of English or a minimum score of 79 out of 120 on the Internet Based Test (IBT) or a minimum score of 213 on the Computer based TOEFL or a minimum score of 6.0 on International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic). TOEFL Exam Fee AED 500 & TOEFL Book AED 400 / IELTS Exam Fee AED 875 will be applicable over & above the Application & First Installment fee.
6. In case of incomplete submission of documents provisional admission will be granted with an undertaking that the required documents will be submitted within the stipulated time as agreed.
7. Student Personal details form with the Country of residence telephone number.

2) LOCAL STUDENTS SEEKING SUC VISA/VISA LETTER/EMBASSY LETTER MUST SUBMIT

1. 12 Passport size colored photographs (not Polaroid) with white background
2. Passport Copy with minimum eight months validity.
3. Attested copy of Bachelor's Degree Certificate along with marks sheet (as applicable).
   • For students from UAE Universities, certificate should be attested by the university and Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • For students from foreign Universities operating in UAE and approved by the Ministry of Higher Education-UAE, certificate should be attested by the University & private Department in Ministry of Higher Education – UAE.
   • For students from overseas Universities, certificate should be attested by the University, Ministry of Higher Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Foreign Embassy from country of origin.
4. The following fees must be paid at the time of admission: (AED 54,750)
   • Application Fee [Non-refundable] AED 1,000
   • First Installment Fee [Non-refundable] AED 5,000
   • 3 year Visa Fee AED 5,500 [Fully Non-refundable once visa is filed]
   • Passport Guarantee AED 2,500 [Refundable at the time of visa cancellation]
   • 1st Cheque Payment AED 11,500
   • 2nd Cheque Payment AED 11,500
   • 3rd Cheque Payment AED 11,500
   • TOEFL Exam Fee AED 500
   • TOEFL Exam Book AED 400
   • 1st 3 months of Hostel Fees AED 4,350 (AED 1,450/ per month)
   • Hostel Deposit [Refundable] AED 1,000
5. TOEFL score of 550 out of 677 on Institutional Test of English or a minimum score of 79 out of 120 on the Internet Based Test (IBT) or a minimum score of 213 on the Computer based TOEFL or a minimum score of 6.0 on International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic).
6. In case of incomplete submission of documents provisional admission will be granted with an undertaking that the required details will be submitted within the stipulated time as agreed.
7. Student Personal details form with the Country of residence telephone number.

3) VISA STUDENTS (OVERSEAS) MUST SUBMIT

1. 12 Passport size colored photographs (not Polaroid) with white background.
2. Passport Copy with minimum eight months validity.
3. Police clearance certificate.
4. Medical Certificate.
5. Attested copy of Bachelor's Degree Certificate along with marks sheet.
   • Students from UAE Universities, certificate should be attested by the university and Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • Students from foreign Universities operating in UAE and approved by the Ministry of Higher Education, UAE, and certificate should be attested by the University & private Department in Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • Students from overseas Universities, certificate should be attested by the University, Ministry of Higher Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Foreign Embassy from country of origin.
6. Equivalency Certificate from Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE.
7. The following fees must be paid at the time of admission: (USD 8,420)
   • Application fee & 1st Installment fee USD 4,500 [Non-refundable]
   • 3 years Visa Fee USD 1,510 [Fully Non-refundable once visa is filed]
   • Passport Guarantee USD 685 [Refundable at the time of visa cancellation]
   • TOEFL Exam Fee USD 140
   • TOEFL Book Charges USD 110
   • 1st Semester of the Hostel Fees USD 1,200 [3 months @ USD 400 per month inclusive of water & electricity charges]
   • Hostel Deposit USD 275
8. TOEFL score of 550 out of 677 on Institutional Test of English or a minimum score of 79 out of 120 on the Internet Based Test (IBT) or a minimum score of 213 on the Computer based TOEFL or a minimum score of 6.0 on International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic).
9. In case of incomplete submission of documents provisional admission will be granted with an undertaking that the required details will be submitted within the stipulated time as agreed.
10. Student Personal details form with the Country of residence telephone number.

4) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH TRANSFER ADMISSION

1. Official Transcript of Records.
2. Full Course Syllabus [Credit Value, Level, Detailed course content, Learning outcomes/objectives & Indicative learning resources]
3. Letter from College/University certifying that the student attended there.
4. TOC processing fee of AED 300.

ADMISSION TO STUDENTS FAILING TO QUALIFY PLACEMENT TESTS

ACADEMIC IELTS PREPARATORY COURSE
The Academic IELTS preparatory course (AIPC) course is designed for students whose proficiency levels are inadequate to be accepted for admission into the MBA Program of SUC. Preparatory courses are offered to those students who could not qualify placement test of SUC. The placement of the student in IELTS preparatory course is determined on the basis of grades obtained in placement exams. The qualifying score for admission is 6.0 out of 9.0 bands for MBA Program. Students who fail to obtain above qualifying scores are admitted into the preparatory courses as explained below:

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT
A TOEFL score of 550 on the Paper-Based, 213 on the Computer-Based, or 79 on the Internet- Based test, or the equivalent score on another standardized test approved by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research (MOHESR), such as IELTS score of (6.0), is required for admission to the MBA Program with the following exceptions:

1. A native speaker of English who has completed his / her baccalaureate education in an English medium institution in a country where English is the Official language.
2. A student admitted to and graduated from an English medium institution that can provide evidence of acquiring a minimum TOEFL score of 500 on the Paper-Based test, or its equivalent on another standardized test approved by the MOHESR, upon admission to his/her baccalaureate program.
3. In case the student does not clear the English proficiency requirements as mentioned above, will be admitted to the AIPC which is designed and conducted for facilitating students to get admitted into MBA Program of SUC. The placement of the student in the course is determined on the basis of grades obtained in the TOEFL exams. The categories mentioned below will determine their placement in the AIPC. (Category A, B & C help to understand the principle for placing a student in the IELTS preparatory program):

Category A
Students who have scored between 351 and 424 in TOEFL (ITP) or between 2.0 and 3.5 in IELTS (Academic), will undergo a preparatory course in IELTS (Academic) for a period of one semester Basic AIPC and at the end of the course students will appear for IELTS (Academic) Exam. Their maximum number of contact hours will be dedicated towards AIPC. This is a non-credit course.

Category B
The students who have scored between 425 and 529 in TOEFL (ITP) will undergo a preparatory course in IELTS (Academic) for a period of one semester Advanced AIPC and at the end of the course students will appear for IELTS (Academic) Exam. This is a non-credit course.

Category C
The Students, who have scored between 530 and 549 in TOEFL (ITP), will undergo a preparatory course in IELTS (Academic) for a period of one semester Advanced AIPC and at the end of the course students will appear for IELTS (Academic) Exam. Such students will be allowed to enroll up to 6 credit hours in the first semester. They must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the MBA Program.

Qualification Requirement

A Bachelor's degree in Business discipline from a Ministry of Education (Higher) accredited institution in the students' country or its equivalent. A Bachelor's degree in any other discipline will be accepted but the applicant is required to undergo a Pre- MBA program to fulfill the requirement of business foundation courses in case the student has not taken any of these stipulated courses.

English Proficiency Requirement

A TOEFL score of 550 on the Paper-Based, 213 on the Computer-Based, or 79 on the Internet-Based test, or the equivalent score on another standardized test approved by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research (MOHESR), such as IELTS score of (6.0), is required for admission to the Master's program with the following exceptions:

• A native speaker of English who has completed his/her undergraduate education in an English medium instruction in a country where English is the official language
• A student admitted to and graduated from an English medium institution that can provide evidence of acquiring a minimum TOEFL score of 500 on the Paper-Based test, or its equivalent on another standardized test approved by the MOHESR, upon admission to his/her undergraduate program.

A cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 (on a 4.0 point scale or its established equivalent) in the applicant's Baccalaureate degree program is required for admission to Graduate Programs.

Probationary Admittance.

Students with CGPA 2.5 to 2.99 in the applicants baccalaureate degree along with the following:

1. TOEFL score of 550 on the Paper-Based test, 213 on the Computer-Based, or 79 on the Internet-Based test, or the equivalent score on another standardized test approved by the Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research (MOHESR), such as IELTS score of (6.0) may be admitted to the Master's program subject to the following:
   • May take a maximum of nine credit hours in the first semester of study.
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.
   • If either provision is not met the student will be dismissed.


2. Must achieve a TOEFL score of 550, or equivalent, by the end of the student's first semester of study
   • May take a maximum of six credit hours in the first semester of study, not including intensive English courses;
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.
   • If either provision is not met the student will be dismissed.


3. Students with CGPA 2.0 to 2.49 in the applicants baccalaureate degree and meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy (both business and non business discipline) may be admitted to the Master's program subject to the following:
   • To qualify for MBA program admission a student must complete seven courses of MQP with minimum 'B' grade or take challenge exam (only for business graduates) in any of the seven courses and score minimum 'B' grade.
   • Incase s/he has already taken any of the MQP courses with the grade of 'B' or above at baccalaureate degree, may be exempted from such courses provided an official transcript for evaluation at the time of admission is submitted by the student and subject to approval as per SUC TOC Policy.
   • Meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy.
   • Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.
   • If either provision is not met the student will be dismissed.
   • NOTE: Admission to the above category of students is limited to a maximum of one third (1/3) of the total enrollment in the MBA

Students with CGPA 2.0 to 2.49 in the applicant's baccalaureate degree and meets the English competency requirements (both business and non business discipline)

Business Graduates

1. Must have 5 years of work experience after completion of baccalaureate degree.
2. Such students will have to face a pre-enrollment personal interview with a designated committee to assess level of academic aptitude for joining the MBA Program
3. Meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy
4. Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.

Non Business Graduates

1. Must have 5 years of work experience after completion of baccalaureate degree.
2. Meets the English competency requirements as per SUC policy.
3. Must complete the MQP requirement as per SUC policy.
4. Must achieve an overall grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its established equivalent, in the first nine credit hours of credit-bearing courses studied for the Master's program.

1) LOCAL STUDENTS OR STUDENTS WITH OWN VISA MUST SUBMIT

1. 5 Passport size colored photographs (not Polaroid).
2. Passport Copy along with Visa page with minimum six months validity.
3. Attested copy of Bachelor's Degree Certificate along with marks sheet (as applicable).
   • For students from UAE Universities certificate should be attested by the university and Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • For students from foreign Universities operating in UAE and approved by the Ministry of Higher Education, UAE, certificate should be attested by the University & private Department in Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • For students from overseas Universities, certificate should be attested by the University, Ministry of Higher Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Foreign Embassy from country of origin and Equivalency Certificate must be obtained from Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE.
4. Initial deposit as mentioned in the fees structure must be made before admission.
5. TOEFL score of 550 out of 677 on Institutional Test of English or a minimum score of 79 out of 120 on the Internet Based Test (IBT) or a minimum score of 213 on the Computer based TOEFL or a minimum score of 6.0 on International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic).
6. In case of incomplete submission of documents provisional admission will be granted with an undertaking that the required documents will be submitted within the stipulated time as agreed.
7. Student Personal details form with the Country of residence telephone number.

2) LOCAL STUDENTS SEEKING SUC VISA/VISA LETTER/EMBASSY LETTER MUST SUBMIT

1. 12 Passport size colored photographs (not Polaroid) with white background
2. Passport Copy with minimum eight months validity.
3. Attested copy of Bachelor's Degree Certificate along with marks sheet (as applicable).
   • For students from UAE Universities, certificate should be attested by the university and Ministry of Higher Education, UAE.
   • For students from foreign Universities operating in UAE and approved by the Ministry of Higher Education-UAE, certificate should be attested by the University & private Department in Ministry of Higher Education – UAE.
   • For students from overseas Universities, certificate should be attested by the University, Ministry of Higher Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Foreign Embassy from country of origin and Equivalency Certificate must be obtained from Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE.
4. Initial deposit as mentioned in the fee structures must be made before admission.
5. TOEFL score of 550 out of 677 on Institutional Test of English or a minimum score of 79 out of 120 on the Internet Based Test (IBT) or a minimum score of 213 on the Computer based TOEFL or a minimum score of 6.0 on International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic).
6. In case of incomplete submission of documents provisional admission will be granted with an undertaking that the required details will be submitted within the stipulated time as agreed.
7. Student Personal details form with the Country of residence telephone number.

3) VISA STUDENTS (OVERSEAS) MUST SUBMIT

1. 12 Passport size colored photographs (not Polaroid) with white background.
2. Passport Copy with minimum eight months validity.
3. Police clearance certificate.
4. Medical Certificate.
5. Initial deposit as mentioned in the fee structures must be made before admission.
6. Attested copy of Bachelor's degree / Certificate along with marks sheet (Degree & 12th Standard certificate attested by Ministry of Education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Foreign Embassy from country of origin). [Can be done after admission also]
7. Equivalency Certificate from Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research, UAE.
8. TOEFL score of 550 out of 677 on Institutional Test of English or a minimum score of 79 out of 120 on the Internet Based Test (IBT) or a minimum score of 213 on the Computer based TOEFL or a minimum score of 6.0 on International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic).
9. Duly filled-up enrollment form. Should be scanned and forwarded through email first.
10. In case of incomplete submission of documents provisional admission will be granted with an undertaking that the required details will be submitted within the stipulated time as agreed.
11. Student Personal details form with the Country of residence telephone number.

4) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH TRANSFER ADMISSION

1. Official Transcript of Records.
2. Full Course Syllabus [Credit Value, Level, Detailed course content, Learning outcomes/objectives & Indicative learning resources]
3. Letter from College/University certifying that the student attended there.
4. Duly filled-up TOC application form.
5. TOC processing fee of AED 300 (USD 85).