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How much does your MBA programme cost?

The total cost of the MBA programme, excluding any fee increases, is approximately ZAR205,365 as at the 2026 academic year. The University Council approves the annual student fee increase in November of each year. Assuming a 5% fee increase each year, the anticipated fees are projected to be: 
ZAR
US$
2027 [Year 1]
86,000
5,200
2028 [Year 2]
90,000
5,460
2029 [Year 3]
47,250
2,900
Total with fee increases
223,250
13,560
The RoX for ZAR/US$ is assumed to be 16.5:1, but this fluctuates. The actual US$ fee will be confirmed closer to the time of admission.
It is important to note that if you submit your Research Project in Year 2 [i.e., you complete the MBA in two years], you will be charged the Year 2 + Year 3 fee in Year 2 [approximately ZAR135,000], so please budget accordingly.  In this case, the anticipated fees will be:
ZAR
US$
2027 [Year 1]
86,000
5,200
2028 [Year 2]
135,000
8,190
Total with fee increases
221,000
13,390

Last Modified: Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:53:12 SAST