Admissions

Executive MBA is a post-experience programme for executives who want to enhance their careers. Koç Executive MBA is for students who have at least seven years (including at least 2 years of managerial experience) of full time working experience.

The first and foremost condition for joining the the Koç Executive MBA Program is to be a highly motivated and dedicated individual. In addition, applicants must possess the following qualifications:

  • An undergraduate degree from an accredited institution (*studies abroad should be recognized by Turkish Higher Education Council)
  • Minimum 7 years of full-time professional work experience (a minimum 2 years of this experience should be managerial experience) for the Executive MBA program
  • Proficiency in English
  • In order to apply to the Executive MBA Program, the applicants must complete the online application (https://apply.ku.edu.tr/gradapp) and upload the following;
  • An official academic transcript from every university attended
  • Three essays as specified
  • Two reference letters


Two reference letters should be submitted for the application. The candidate should provide the contact information of those who will fill in the reference letters in the online application. The references will be provided with the web link of the reference letter form via e-mail.

Applications can be submitted without a language score. However, depending on interview performance, a TOEFL score might be requested. No language documentation is necessary unless it is requested by the admissions committee.

All qualified applicants will be invited for an interview by the Graduate School of Business. The candidates will be given a business case to read right before the interview and will be asked to answer questions related to the case as a part of the interview process.

Important Notice

  • All the international students’ undergrad diplomas from the Universities abroad should be recognized by Higher Education Council of Türkiye. If they are not recognized by YOK, the students’ applications will not be valid to any Turkish University. This process will be conducted on behalf of the student by KU Registrar’s Office.
  • Turkish students whose undergrad degrees’ are from Universities located outside of Türkiye, are expected to supply equivalency document by applying YOK individually.

Online Application & Deadlines

Application deadline: July 31, 2024

Only submitted online applications will be considered.

Apply now: https://apply.ku.edu.tr/gradapp

For your inquiries, please contact Graduate School of Business at gsb@ku.edu.tr

Tuition and Fees

Program tuition for 2024-2025 academic year is ₺1.600.000 for Turkish citizens, and $43.000 for non-Turkish citizens (VAT Included).

Application Fee (Non-refundable): ₺600

It is paid via credit card on online application system.

There are no scholarships available for the Executive MBA program.

Corporate loyalty discounts are available for individuals working for the companies listed in our loyalty program.

Customized payment by installments is available for Turkish citizens from Yapı Kredi upon request.