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Admission

Women and men who possess the following qualifications are welcome to apply for admission to the program:

Those who fulfill these criteria and apply for admission may be invited for a personal interview. Prior to the interview, the applicant is required to provide the names of two senior persons who may recommend the candidate for admission. Is some cases, a letter of recommendation may be requested. Final admittance is only obtained after the personal interview.

Transferring Students

Students who were admitted to other MBA programs who have already attended some courses, and were subsequently admitted to the University of Haifa MBA program, will be required to submit proper documentation regarding the courses taken (as well as syllabi) in order to support requests to receive advanced standing in courses already taken in other graduate programs.

Classes and Schedules

Regular classes are conducted on Thursdays in the afternoon and evening (14:00 - 21:00), and on Fridays between 08:00 and 14:00. Studies are organized in 8 periods. Each period lasts 8 weeks, followed by one week for examinations in all courses taught during the period. Typically, four courses are taught in each term. A student in the program must take all the courses which are offered in each term. No slower progress or partial participation in the program is permitted.

Registration to the University of Haifa

The Registration Guide as well as all registration forms can be purchased at the Academon bookstore at the University of Haifa main building, Eshkol Tower. Inquiries about registration and admission may be addressed by phone at: 972 4 8240663.

The GMAT

All candidates must complete the GMAT - Graduate Management Admission Test. Upon receiving of the test score, all candidates are requested to provide the University of Haifa with the original or authorized copy of the test score.
For GMAT Information click here

http://research.haifa.ac.il/~graduate/

An Application Form click here: Questionnaire

Responses to Frequntly Asked Questions

The Enrollment Phase

What are the criteria for acceptance into the program?
Candidates are evaluated according to four main criteria:
Grade average from the B. A.
GMAT score
Work experience
Personal interview

What is GMAT?
GMAT is a standardized test given worldwide for acceptance into a business school program. It guarantees minimum conditions and uniformity. It is designed to help business schools assess the qualifications of applicants for advanced study in business and management, and is considered to be a prerequisite for acceptance into all the major business schools in the world.

What is the importance of the GMAT score and average grades in the acceptance process?
As part of the acceptance criteria, a minimum level was determined for these scores.
This is a necessary but not sufficient condition for acceptance into the program. In general terms, you will need at least a 500 on the GMAT and a grade average of at least an 80 in your first degree in order to be considered for acceptance. These standards allow the University of Haifa to maintain a high standard of admissions to the school.

What is the importance of work experience?
Very important. You will need at least three years of work experience from when you finished your first degree. This experience is a big help in facilitating classroom discussions on different methods of applying the various theories learned in the classroom into practice. Some students have more than 20 years of experience. Utilizing this experience improves the learning experience of everybody.

What is the importance of the personal interview?
Very important. Two members of the business school faculty will generally conduct each interview. At times we also include a graduate of our business school in order to assist us in the interview process. The interview gives us the opportunity to check out the prospective student and determine how they will fit into our program. Some of the skills that we look for in the interview include: ability to work in a team, seriousness, lessons learned from experience, and the degree of fit with our school. We place a premium on quality students. Part of the interview is conducted in English.

How is the Graduate Business School in the University of Haifa different from other business schools?
There are several differences:
We were the first school in Israel to offer an executive business program that provides for full time work together with full time study, Thursday afternoon and Friday, for the executive's convenience.
We offer a general M. B. A. that is suitable for executives who need to get general knowledge and tools in all aspects of management.
The course schedule is fixed in advance, and is the same for all the students.
We offer a high level of assistance to the students from the administrative staff as well as from the academic staff. We are interested that you succeed in your studies, and get an education as well as a diploma.
There is a high level of solidarity among the students. Since there is no course selection (with minor exceptions) and everybody studies all the courses at the same time, there is the opportunity for students to develop study groups. Working and studying in these groups improves the level of learning. The process also helps to develop groups with a social aspect as well.
We offer a special program of intensive study for a year and a half until you acquire a diploma. The studies start right after Passover and finish around Rosh Hashana the following year. It is very important to note that there are no vacations or breaks in the program, except for short breaks for the holidays and Passover.
The curriculum is constantly being updated, and an emphasis is placed on applying new technologies in all aspects of the program.
There is an intimate feel to the studies. Everybody knows everybody else (including administrative and academic staff). This allows the formation of many new friendships.

The Study Phase

What type of courses are offered?
There is a wide range of areas covered, including; Information systems in business, E-commerce, Finance, Marketing, Strategy, General management, Accounting, Business law, Economics and Quantitative methods in business. A copy of the exact program is found on our website.

When are classes held?
Classes are generally held on Thursday afternoon between 14:00-21:00, and on Friday morning between 08:00-14:00.

Are there any exceptions to this schedule?
There is a workshop on "The Legal Environment In Business" which lasts a few days and is generally held in September between the holidays. It is usually held on concentrated days from the morning to minimize the interruption of the normal work schedule. There are also a few other workshops by guest lecturers from abroad or from Israel which are held on concentrated days from the morning.

How can I get advance notice of these exceptions?
The class schedule is posted on the Internet in its entirety, so there are very few surprises.

How do I get important messages?
Current announcements about the studies are posted on the bulletin board at our website. Announcements are also sent individually to each student by way of e-mail.

What are some of the other expenses involved in studying in the program?
Some extra fees that are incurred are:
Parking
Class committee (Va'ad)
Books and other required learning material

What is the method of learning in the program?
The learning method varies between the courses. We try to match the method of instruction to the material taught. Lectures give an introduction the material and give a basis for class discussion. Case analysis helps provide a basic understanding of the theory. Group projects encourage teamwork and the application of the classroom material. Students are a big part of the learning process, which is why we are very discriminating in our selection and acceptance of students into our program.

How difficult is the program?
The study program is very intense and very difficult for a variety of reasons:
The workweek is condensed from five days to only four and a half days.
To your regular schedule is now added an additional 12 hours a week in frontal instruction.
For every hour of frontal instruction, you must devote a lot more study time at home to prepare assignments and study. Count on at least another 15 hours of home study.
The group support that you get from your fellow students is critical in reducing the pressure, and gives you the feeling that you are not in this alone.
It should be pointed out that these are studies for a master's degree!

How many students are there in each class?
In each year, there are two classes of 43 students in each class.
What are the class characteristics as far as age, work experience, gender, profession and residence?
These characteristics change from year to year. We try and select as heterogeneous a group as possible in order to facilitate the learning process.
The characteristics of this years class are as follows:

Age
Younger than 30 29
30-40 36
41-50 14
51+ 3

Gender
Female 22 (27%)
Male 60 (73%)

Work Experience
3-4 years 39
5-9 years 26
10-14 years 4
15+ years 12

Profession
Accountant 7
Lawyers 4
Economists 22
Engineers 35
Doctors 1
Marketing/Services 11
Architects 1

Residence
Haifa/Nesher 30
Kirayot 5
Tivon/Emek Yizrael 10
Gush Dan/Center 13
Northern Israel 21
Ramat Hagolan 2

Extras

Tips and Hints to get you through the studies
We asked our students to share some of the things that they know now, but wish they knew before they started. Here are some of their responses:

♠ Remember to study throughout each period, and not just at the end.

♠ Make a lot of study time available.

♠ Be prepared for the intensity of the program.

♠ It is a tough process which requires a lot of time and investment also at home.

♠ It is worthwhile to establish study groups as early as possible.

♠ Utilize the website and the Yidion. There is a lot of information there which can help answer your questions.

♠ The GMAT is not that bad.

♠ Be prepared for the pressure

♠ You will need to invest an average of two hours a day in the program.

♠ Before I started I knew the degree was important. Now I know it is not only important, it is also interesting.

♠ All the students are both working and studying.

♠ The school helps everybody expand their knowledge, refresh their knowledge, and get updated on the latest management tools and techniques.

♠ Short and sweet for the most part.

♠ The colleagues are all on a high level (also most of the lecturers).

♠ You will learn a lot of interesting things.

♠ Give your supervisor at work your complete schedule ahead of time. It prevents problems in the future.

♠ An excellent program for the quality of the instructors and the course content.

♠ Not suitable for those unable or unwilling to invest, and invest a lot.

♠ Contains interesting courses also in the professional aspects and also in the personal aspects.

♠ Prepare your environment (work, family, supervisor, employees) that the studies take up a lot of time.

♠ The program excels in the relationship between the lecturers and the students.

♠ It is worth it to come!

♠ The program excels in selecting and bringing the best candidates in the country.

♠ The best program in the country. Very much worth it.