Online MBA in South Africa with Action Learning

Online MBA Focused on Change Management and Real-World Results

Over the course of two years, you will explore seven critical management disciplines. These include information systems, finance, strategy, marketing, operations, human resources, and international cooperation. This internationally accredited online MBA in South Africa empowers you with strong leadership skills through the unique Action Learning method.

Lead with Confidence and Strategic Insight

Throughout this MBA degree in South Africa, you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself as a responsible leader. You will also enhance your ability to solve complex organisational challenges with a strategic and impactful approach.

What does the Online Action Learning MBA offer you?

By completing this part-time online MBA South Africa, you will become a leader who:

• Has a broader organisational perspective in business management
• Takes a more critical look at their own leadership role
• Gets to the root cause of a problem
• Makes well-informed decisions
• Knows how to engage stakeholders
• Has a positive impact on society
• Is driven by results
• Brings about changes with maximum impact.

Why Choose Our Online MBA in South Africa

• Real and interactive online sessions that involve live discussions rather than pre-recorded material

• International support including feedback on every assignment and project

• A fully accredited online MBA recognised by global accreditation bodies

• Practical learning that applies directly to your business or organisation

• Courses led by industry experts with real-world experience

• Small collaborative learning groups that promote deeper understanding

• A flexible study schedule with 100 percent online access that fits into your career

Learn to Combine Responsibility and Success with an Online MBA in South Africa

Over a 24-month journey, you will engage deeply in key fields such as operations, information systems, strategy, and international cooperation. These subjects form the backbone of the Online MBA South Africa programme at Business School Netherlands.

At the heart of the curriculum is the Action Learning methodology, which is integrated throughout the MBA experience. You will learn to understand yourself as a responsible leader while developing the strategic skills needed to approach and solve complex organisational challenges within your own environment.

Real-Time Virtual MBA Workshops

Throughout the programme, you will participate in highly engaging virtual workshops conducted in real time. These sessions enable you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical business scenarios and receive immediate feedback from both faculty and peers.

By working through real-world business challenges, you will improve your ability to:

• Think and act strategically
• Integrate various business disciplines
• Lead change effectively
• Solve issues that matter most in your organisation

Choose Your MBA Major or Follow the General Track

As part of the MBA degree in South Africa, you have the opportunity to specialise by choosing a Major during enrolment, provided you meet the MBA requirements South Africa criteria. Available majors include:

• Water Management
• Food Security

Alternatively, you can follow the general MBA track or choose not to pursue a major.

The Online Action Learning MBA programme consists of three phases:

• Phase 1:  The Skills Phase (2 Months)
• Phase 2:  The Practice Phase (16 Months)
• Phase 3:  The Final Phase (6 Months)

Exemptions and Special Admission Considerations

1. Mature and experienced professionals without a Bachelor’s degree may be considered.

   • A minimum of seven years of relevant postgraduate work experience is required.

   • Experience must be demonstrable, appropriate, and aligned with the programme’s leadership focus.

2. Applicants not in formal management positions may still qualify.

   • The MBA degree in South Africa can benefit professionals such as policy officers, accountants, and consultants.

   • Candidates must operate at a postgraduate level, even if not directly managing people or departments.

3. Eligibility is evaluated based on:

   • A detailed review of submitted documents

   • A potential personal interview

   • Final aptitude determination by Business School Netherlands for entry into the Action Learning MBA programme

4. Graduates of specific BSN executive programmes may receive exemptions from Phase 1 of the Online MBA South Africa.

Accreditation and Industry Recognition for the Online MBA South Africa

• ATHEA | Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation

  Business School Netherlands (BSN) is a fully accredited member of the Association for Transnational Higher Education Accreditation (ATHEA). This membership affirms our commitment to academic excellence and ethical standards in transnational higher education.

• ACBSP | Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs

  Accreditation by ACBSP is granted following an independent and thorough evaluation of the institution’s business programmes. Evaluators include qualified professionals, faculty members, and academic administrators from the business education sector. This ensures that the MBA degree in South Africa offered by BSN meets international academic and industry standards.

• FIBAA | Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation 

  FIBAA is a respected national and international accreditation organisation, particularly well-recognised in German-speaking countries. Their endorsement confirms the global credibility of the Business School Netherlands Online MBA programme and supports the international mobility of our graduates.

• NRTO | Nederlandse Raad voor Training en Opleiding

  NRTO, formerly known as Paepon, is the Dutch Council for Training and Education. It serves as the platform for designated and recognised private education institutions in the Netherlands. Business School Netherlands has signed the NRTO Code of Conduct, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining and elevating the quality of private higher education.

• CEO Magazine Global MBA Ranking

  The CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings are designed to help prospective students identify high-value programmes based on several key metrics. These include learning environment, class size, tuition fees, faculty expertise, delivery methods, gender and international diversity. The ranking’s goal is to highlight institutions that deliver exceptional academic quality and strong return on investment, making it a vital resource for those comparing MBA South Africa cost and value.

Specially Designed for Ambitious Leaders at Various Management Levels

The Online MBA South Africa offered by Business School Netherlands is specially developed for high-potential professionals who are ready to grow into impactful, results-oriented leaders using the Action Learning approach.

As an ambitious Action Learning MBA student, you have:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or higher.
• Job title as a manager, management trainee, supervisor, business owner, or team leader.
• Minimum of 2 years professional work experience.
• Approval from your organisation to do research and practical projects in the work environment.
• Internet and e-mail access.
• Should English not be your mother tongue, we will require a TOEFL or IELTS language test.

And you want to:

• Take a step further in your career
• Exercise impactful leadership
• Strengthen your effectiveness
• Enhance your own distinctiveness
• Continuously personal development
• Progress from a specialist to a general manager
• Build a theoretical foundation
• Become a better conversationalist in the board or management team, gaining knowledge of new concepts and insights in management and organisation.

MBA fees in South Africa:

• EUR 20,000
• EUR 12,000 (For Eastern European applicants)

Scholarship

Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) scholarships are available for applicants from the developing world (Africa, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean)

The price includes the following:

• Class days, books, study material (articles and abstracts)
• Coaching, in small groups
• Project and thesis supervision

Start your application

Have you found the perfect programme with us? That’s excellent news. Take the next step toward earning your MBA degree in South Africa by beginning your application process today.

Step 1 (optional) : Schedule a personal consultation

Book a personal consultation to receive a detailed explanation of the online MBA South Africa programme. This is your chance to ask all your questions and ensure the programme aligns with your professional goals, experience, and development needs.

During the consultation, our study advisor will also help assess whether:

• The programme fits your work and ambitions
• The curriculum suits your current responsibilities
• You may qualify for exemptions based on prior education or experience

Step 2: Fill out the online application form

Please complete the online application form accurately and attach all required documents. This is an important part of meeting the MBA requirements South Africa set by Business School Netherlands.

Once we receive your application, you will get an email with clear instructions on the next steps in the admission process.

Step 3: Permission from your employer

One of the core MBA requirements South Africa for this programme is the ability to carry out Action Learning Projects within a real-world business environment. You will therefore need written permission from your employer or client to conduct these projects.

If you do not currently work for an organisation that allows project-based research, you can still proceed. We offer support through our international alumni network, including Tractus, the alumni association of Business School Netherlands. Many alumni are open to hosting students for project work.

Would you like more information about this option? Our study advisors are here to help.