San Diego State University (SDSU) offers a one-year Master of Science in Global Business Development program through the Fowler College of Business. The tuition fee for this program is USD 29,588. To gain admission to the Master's program, students must show their English language skills through tests like IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, or PTE. Additionally, applicants need to have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale to qualify for admission.

12th Grade

No specific cutoff mentioned.

Graduation

Students must have a recognized bachelor's degree from an accredited school or one approved by a Ministry of Education. The average GPA for students accepted into the programs is about 3.40. To be considered acceptable, international students should have at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 GPA scale. The required courses generally include Financial Reporting and Analysis, Statistics, Marketing, Financial Management, and Organizational Behavior.

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GRE

Marks: No specific cutoff mentioned

A GMAT or GRE is required for applicants with an undergraduate GPA below 3.2 or for those with a degree in a non-quantitative field.

TOEFL

Marks: 80.0

No additional details provided.

IELTS

Marks: 6.5

No additional details provided.

DUOLINGO

Marks: 105.0

No additional details provided.

PTE

Marks: 58.0

No additional details provided.

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Application Process for San Diego State University

Step One: Prepare Documents for Application

Statement of Purpose (SOP)

Submit a Statement of Purpose that includes the following:

• Describe your career goals for the next 3-7 years (maximum 500 words).
• Explain why the MSGBD program in the Fowler College of Business is a good fit for you (maximum 250 words).
• Discuss two or three important factors for success in international business development and sales, and explain why they matter (maximum 250 words).

Letters of Recommendation (LOR)

Provide two (2) letters of recommendation. These can be from academic or professional sources. Choose someone who can best speak about your ability to succeed in the program.

Current Resume (CV)

Submit a current resume that outlines your academic and professional experiences.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

• Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges or universities you have attended.
• Provide proof of English language proficiency.
• Submit both the official transcript and proof of your degree.
• If any documents are not in English, they must include a certified English translation.
• Optionally, you may submit an essay to help the university understand your opportunities and achievements (not required; maximum 300 words).

Step Three: Start Your Online Application

Begin your application process online.

Step Four: Application Fees

The application fee for this course is USD 70 (approximately INR 5.9 thousand).

The payment mode is by credit card. A separate tuition payment plan is available for non-resident tuition, which applies to out-of-state and foreign students.

When enrolling in the payment plan, an initial payment of your term basic tuition is due. The remaining balance is divided into three installments per semester, along with service charges totaling up to 10%.

The tuition payment plans are semester-long contracts, and students must enroll for each semester.

Step Five: Application Deadline

The application deadline for Fall (August) is February 1st.

Note: The dates mentioned are tentative based on previous records. For exact deadlines, consult with an expert counselor.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"