Course overview
Master of Business Administration is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at gbs-malta in St Julian's, Malta. It takes 1 year full time (90 ECTS, MQF/EQF level 7), with intakes in February, May and October.
gbs-malta is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | gbs-malta (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | St Julian's, Malta |
| Course | Master of Business Administration |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 1 year full time (90 ECTS, MQF/EQF level 7) |
| Tuition per year | €10,000 (≈ ₹10.6 lakh) |
| Intakes | February, May and October |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 75, PTE 52, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge Test of English 169 |
Interested in Master of Business Administration?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €10,000 a year, about ₹10.6 lakh.
Fee per year shown on the course page; no fee year or EU/non-EU split is given
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Refundable residence deposit | €150one-off | ≈ ₹15,900 |
| Airport transfer to accommodationOne way, can be pre-booked | €40one-off | ≈ ₹4,240 |
Living costs for Malta as a whole: €13,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at gbs-malta for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- MBA: normally a good honours degree equivalent to a UK 2:2 or above, or a lower degree with relevant work or management experience, or a professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA.
- Relevant management experience and in-company training can be considered case by case under Recognition of Prior Learning.
- Students who do not meet the English requirement can take a GBS English course, generally within three months.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 75, PTE 52, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge Test of English 169.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 (5.5 in each part) for the MBA; 5.5 (5.0 in each part) for BSc Business Management. Online IELTS is accepted for the bachelor's. |
| TOEFL iBT | 75 for the MBA; 60 for BSc Business Management (home edition accepted for the bachelor's) |
| PTE (B2) | 52 overall |
| Duolingo | 105 for the MBA; 100 for BSc Business Management |
| Waiver | Applicants who studied in a majority English-speaking country are exempt from a test. India is not normally treated as one, so plan to take a test. |
Intakes
This course starts in: February, May and October.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in MaltaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Malta, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Academic certificates and transcripts (Class 12 for bachelor's; degree for master's)
- English test result taken within two years of the start date, unless exempt
- CV and evidence of work experience where you rely on it for entry
Scholarships
Scholarship for International Students (February 2027 intake)
Foundation, bachelor's and master's
Value: Up to 15% off first-year tuition; for master's, 10% Early Bird plus 5% for paying the full year upfront
International students; early-bird deadline 1 October for the February intake. Ask GBS to confirm that Indian applicants qualify.
Official page
About gbs-malta
GBS HE Malta is a private higher education institution in St Julian's, licensed by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) under licence 2022-010. It says it has supported students since 2010.
It offers bachelor's degrees in Business Management, Computer Science and Information Technology, and Health, Social Care and Wellbeing, and one-year master's degrees including an MBA, an MSc in Information Technology Management and a Master of Public Health. GBS HE Malta is the awarding body, and its programmes are described as comparable to MQF/EQF levels 6 and 7.
Similar courses
Business & Management courses at other universities in Malta
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- MBA with Sustainable ManagementDomain Academy1.5 years (90 ECTS) · €6,667 / year
- MBA Global (Pearson / University of Derby)Domain Academy1.5 years (100 ECTS), full or part time · €7,900 / year
- Master in Management (MSc in Management)gbsb-global-business-school-malta1 year (90 ECTS, MQF/EQF level 7) · €8,900 / year
More courses at gbs-malta
- MSc Information Technology Management1 year full time (90 ECTS, MQF/EQF level 7) · €10,000 / year
- Master of Public Health (MPH)1 year full time (90 ECTS, MQF/EQF level 7) · €10,000 / year
- BSc (Hons) Business Management3 years full time (MQF/EQF level 6) · €6,000 / year
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science and Information Technology3 years full time (MQF/EQF level 6) · €6,000 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Master of Business Administration at gbs-malta?
The tuition for international students is €10,000 a year (about ₹10.6 lakh). Fee per year shown on the course page; no fee year or EU/non-EU split is given. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Master of Business Administration?
The course takes 1 year full time (90 ECTS, MQF/EQF level 7).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (5.5 in each part), TOEFL iBT 75, PTE 52, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge Test of English 169. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: February, May and October. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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