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Step 1

Firstly, all prospective MBA students should perform initial registration online at https://ross.ru.ac.za/. Here you will receive a unique application reference number which will be requested on the next step.

Step 2

In order to evaluate the application, applicants are directed to complete the linked Google Form below: 

MBA Applications Google Form 

You should have the following documents on hand as they will be required for upload as you proceed with the application. 

  • Rhodes reference number (obtained from the initial registration process) on ROSS
  • A completed MBA Application Form
  • An admission test is required, but this is currently under review as the NMAT has been discontinued
    Note: You may submit the application in the meantime
  • Certified copies of academic transcript(s)
  • Certified copies of degree certificates
  • Certified copy of ID
  • SAQA’s Certificate of Evaluation (if the qualification is obtained outside of South Africa).

Step 3

Following completion of the Google Form, applications will be evaluated & prospective students will be provided with details to complete the Rhodes application process.

Last Modified: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:39:02 SAST