The application period opens on September 1^st during the year prior to the start of the program. We will admit applicants up until the cohort is filled. Please note, however, that the first online courses ("Boot Camp") are scheduled to begin in July and the JKU's Admissions Office needs time to process new student applications. We strongly recommend that all overseas students send us their applications by December 15, 2022.

Please folllow the steps below.

The process begins by entering your personal information, meaning you will be asked to complete an online form providing your personal information. You will then be asked to select your major. The procedure consists of two parts:

• Registration: Provide your contact information and create a JKU account - please also check your SPAM Mail after creating the JKU account
• Admission: Select your major and provide information about your educational background, etc.

Submit your application via the online form, opens an external URL in a new window for the 2023/2024 academic year. If you need assistance, contact us via e-mail.

The application must include the following:

• Letter of Intent
• Current CV
• Certificates and academic transcripts
• A copy of your Bachelor's thesis
• Proof of required proficiency in English (Level C1)
• GMAT score* (min. 600 points, not older than two years) 

Important information regarding certificates and academic transcripts:

• If you have not studied under the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS system, opens an external URL in a new window), please provide detailed information about your grading and academic credit system so we can evaluate the number f hours you have spent on a particular module.

Important information regarding the GMAT:

• If you hold a degree from outside of the European Economic Area (a non-EEA degree), you will be asked to take the GMAT. 
• If you hold an undergraduate or graduate degree that does not include courses in Business Administration, you will be asked to take the GMAT. 
• The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a standardized, internationally recognized examination conducted around the world. Please note that you will need time to prepare for the examination (a minimum of 8 weeks; up to 6 months). Click here, opens an external URL in a new window for detailed information.

The top-scoring candidates will receive an invitation to take part in an oral interview in English. If successful, you will be nominated for admission to the program (Step 4).

Applicants selected during the interview process (Step 3) will be nominated for admission to the program.

Applicants must fulfill the university's admission requirements in order to be admitted. Please send all of the required documents per e-mail to: admission@jku.at. If you are an international applicant, please see: International Educational Qualifications.