One Year MBA

The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) welcomes international students and has specific entry requirements for postgraduate programs. 

1. Academic Requirements: For admission to postgraduate programs at CU Denver, international students are typically required to have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent. This corresponds to approximately 75% and above.

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests and their minimum score requirements are as follows:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System): A minimum overall score of 6.5 is generally required, with no individual band (listening, reading, writing, speaking) score falling below 6.0.
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): A minimum score of 80 on the Internet-based test (iBT) is typically required.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): A minimum score of 60 is usually required.
• DET (Duolingo English Test): A minimum score of 110 is generally required.

      3. Standardized Tests: The GRE, a score of 305 is typically expected. The GMAT, a score of                    580 is required.

The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) recognizes the importance of providing financial assistance to international students and offers various scholarships to support their education. 

1. International Freshman Scholarships: CU Denver offers scholarships specifically for international freshmen students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements. These scholarships are merit-based and awarded based on the students' high school GPA, standardized test scores, and other criteria. The university provides partial tuition scholarships, which can significantly reduce the overall cost of attending CU Denver.

2. International Merit Scholarships: CU Denver provides merit-based scholarships to outstanding international undergraduate and graduate students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership potential, extracurricular involvement, and other criteria. The amounts awarded can vary and are renewable for up to four years for undergraduate students and up to two years for graduate students, depending on the specific scholarship.

3. International First-Year Student Scholarships: CU Denver offers scholarships to international first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievements and leadership potential. These scholarships are renewable for up to four years and provide partial tuition coverage. The university considers factors such as high school GPA, standardized test scores, and other criteria when awarding these scholarships.

4. College/School-Specific Scholarships: Many of CU Denver's colleges and schools offer scholarships specific to their respective academic disciplines. These scholarships are available to international students pursuing undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, engineering, health sciences, arts and media, and more. Eligibility criteria and award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship and college/school.

5. Global Excellence Scholarship: The Global Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship offered by CU Denver to a limited number of international undergraduate and graduate students. It is a highly competitive scholarship that recognizes exceptional academic achievements, leadership skills, and a commitment to global engagement. The scholarship provides significant financial support to recipients.

6. Other External Scholarships: In addition to CU Denver's scholarships, international students can explore external scholarships and funding opportunities. Various organizations, foundations, and governments offer scholarships specifically for international students studying in the United States. The university's Office of International Affairs provides resources and guidance to help students explore and apply for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and award amounts may vary each year.

The One-Year MBA program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a wide range of career opportunities.  

1. Management Consulting: Graduates can pursue careers in management consulting firms, advising organizations on strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and organizational effectiveness.

2. Business Development and Strategy: Graduates can work in business development or strategic planning roles, identifying growth opportunities, analyzing market trends, and developing strategies to drive business success.

3. Entrepreneurship and Startups: Graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset can start their own ventures or join startups, leveraging their business acumen to create innovative solutions and drive business growth.

4. Product or Brand Management: Graduates can pursue careers in product management or brand management, responsible for developing and managing product portfolios, creating marketing strategies, and driving product success in the market.

5. Operations and Supply Chain Management: Graduates can work in operations or supply chain management roles, optimizing processes, managing logistics, and ensuring efficient production and delivery of goods and services.

6. Financial Services: Graduates can pursue careers in banking, investment management, or financial analysis, applying their financial acumen to help individuals and organizations make sound investment decisions or manage financial resources.

7. Marketing and Sales: Graduates can work in marketing or sales roles, developing marketing campaigns, conducting market research, managing customer relationships, and driving sales growth.

8. General Management: Graduates can pursue general management positions, overseeing the overall operations of organizations, and making strategic decisions to drive business performance.