What are the main requirements for applying to the MBA program at Khazar University for Azerbaijani citizens?

Graduates of higher education institutions with a bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply for the MBA program at Khazar. Citizens of Azerbaijan Republic applying for the master programs must pass an entrance exam organized by State Examination Center of the Republic of Azerbaijan in accordance with exam schedule predetermined by the Center.

What are the main requirements for applying to the MBA program at Khazar University for international applicants?

International applicants can directly apply to the MBA program without visiting Azerbaijan. In order to apply, international applicants need to send the filled application form together with all the required documents to international@khazar.org. To download the application form please click: Master Application 2021

What is the tuition fee for Azerbaijani applicants?

To receive the comprehensive information about tuition fee, Azerbaijani applicants must reach out to us at mba-info@khazar.org address.

What is the tuition fee for the MBA program at Khazar University for international applicants?

International applicants can find the information regarding the tuition fee by clicking the following link: International Students Fees and Funding.

Currently, I work full time and wonder whether I will be able to attend the classes if admitted to Khazar University MBA program?

Almost all of our students are professionals with full time positions. MBA Office considers each student’s personal and professional circumstance before scheduling the classes.

How does pandemic affect Khazar MBA program?

Contrary to expectations, quarantine regime alleviated attending our lectures for most students. For students who work full time or live outside Baku, online classes created an opportunity to take classes without worrying about logistics or distance. Some of our students attend classes even on the go. The online software used for educational purposes are able to simulate the real life educational experience and contributes to improving the technical knowledge of our students.

Where is the campus located?

Khazar University has several campuses across Baku. However, classes for MBA program are conducted at our Nizami campus, which is located in the most prestigious downtown (central) part of Baku.

What is the duration of the MBA program at Khazar University?

The students of Khazar MBA program have options to graduate in 3 and 4 semesters.

Does Khazar University offer online MBA program?

Currently Khazar University does not offer any online program. However, due to pandemics education has been and is being provided through the online platforms.

How many years of professional experience is required?

Even though professional experience is highly valued, there is not any minimal professional requirement for applying to Khazar MBA program.

What are the requirements for graduation from Khazar MBA?

In order to graduate from the MBA program a student needs to have a minimum GPA of 75.

What are the eligibility requirements for scholarship?

Please visit the page International Scholarship Program for comprehensive information regarding the scholarship.

What is the international recognition of Khazar MBA?

In addition to Khazar University’s reputation as one of the only few Azerbaijani universities recognized globally, the MBA program at Khazar makes headlines with placements in various rankings almost every year. Just this year, the MBA program offered at Khazar University was ranked 9th in General Management and 4th in Energy and Natural Resources among the 200 best programs across Eurasia and Middle Eastern Universities.

According to the QS World University Rankings 2018, Khazar University was placed in the 701-750 tier of the world’s best universities and was ranked number 1 university in Azerbaijan.

Khazar University is the only Azerbaijani University that was included in the QS Top 50 under 50 Rankings 2018, a list of the 150 world’s best universities established less than 50 years ago.

Khazar University performed among top 60% in the QS EECA University Rankings 2020 edition. It was placed in 221-230 tier proving Khazar’s reputation as a leading institution for multidisciplinary research and teaching excellence.

Being the first university from Azerbaijan included in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings, Khazar University was ranked 301+ in the world under SDG 4 ‘Quality Education’ and 201-300 in SDG9 ‘Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure’ in 2019.

Can I pursue PHD after graduating from the MBA program?

Definitely. Many of our students decide to continue their education as PHD and we provide them with comprehensive support in their endeavors.

How can I follow the MBA program at social media?

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Does the university provide the reading materials?

All the reading materials required for the courses are provided by the university free of charge.

Who can I contact, if I have more questions?

You can reach out to MBA Office by email at mba-info@khazar.org and International Relations Office at international@khazar.org addresses . MBA Office usually responds in 1-2 days at most.

The following are the questions that may be of interest to international students.

I am an international student and would like to learn more about the accommodation choices in Azerbaijan?

For comprehensive information regarding the accommodation choices please visit Accommodation section.

What are the eligibility requirements for scholarship?

For comprehensive information regarding scholarship please visit the page International Scholarship Program.

What is the deadline for international applications?

Application period opens mid-December every year and lasts till April 15. Applicants from countries that are eligible for e-visa can apply until June 30.

As an international student, how do I apply for a student visa?

You must apply for a student visa at Azerbaijan Embassy or Consulate in your home country. If you do not have an embassy in your home country, you may ask the International Affairs Office to help you to find the right embassy to apply.

As applying for a visa can take time (often a month or more), depending on the country, you should apply for the visa at least a month before your planned arrival.

How can I submit documents for admission?

You may send documents by postal service or send scanned copies by email. However, electronic submissions are highly encouraged.

When should I arrive at Khazar University?

Classes start on September. You are recommended to arrive earlier, around September 10.

Can I work while studying?

The student visa allows you to study in a full time program. This means that you cannot work.

How can I extend my visa during my study at the university?

You should obtain a student visa valid for 1-3 months before your arrival. A month before the expiration of your visa you will apply for a residence permit which will enable you to live in the country for six months or a year. The International Affairs Office will assist you in receiving the residence permit (“migration card”).