FAQ
DISCOVER MBASOLVAY and MEET US
- I am interested in pursuing an MBA? How can I get general information about
your MBA programme?
- Do you have both full-time and part-time MBA programmes?
- Not possible for me to come to Brussels to attend an MBA Information Session, What else can I do to get more information ?
- Can I visit the campus any time?
- Can I attend a class?
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
- I do not have an academic degree. Will you consider me as an applicant?
ADMISSIONS and APPLICATION
AGE LIMIT
- Is there an age limit for entry to your programme?
Alumni
- I am planning to apply for the full-time/part-time MBA programme but I would like to find out first-hand about the MBA Solvay experience? Who can I contact?
- Is it possible to meet an alumna/alumnus from my country?
GMAT
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Is GMAT compulsory for the MBA Solvay?
- How long is my GMAT score valid?
- What is the minimum GMAT score MBA Solvay requires?
- Where can I take my GMAT exam?
- Is it possible to waive the GMAT?
FINANCING YOUR MBA
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What are the costs?
- Can my company sponsor me?
PROGRAMME INFORMATION
- How long is the MBA programme?
- Can I start the programme after it has already begun?
- Do you accept credit transfers from previous schools?
- Is the programme accredited?
WORK EXPERIENCE
- I do not have any work experience. Can I still apply?
- How many years of work experience does MBA Solvay require?

DISCOVER MBASOLVAY and MEET US
- I am interested in pursuing an MBA? How can I get general information about your MBA programme?
The website of MBA Solvay, www.solvay.edu/mba has all the information you might need regarding the full-time and the part-time MBA programmes Solvay Business School offers. We also organize Information Session which is a great opportunity for the candidates to get detailed information about the MBA programme and also to meet some of the faculty, alumni and staff. To learn the dates and register, please check our website.
- Do you have both full-time and part-time MBA programmes?
MBA Solvay offers both full-time and part-time MBA programmes. Please check our website for detailed information on the programmes.
- It is not possible for me to come to Brussels to attend an MBA Information Session? How else can I obtain information about MBA Solvay?
You can always contact the Admissions Manager to get more information or if you have specific questions about the programme.
MBA Admissions Manager
Phone : +32 2 650.65.17
Fax : +32 2 650.41.99
E-mail : mba.admissions@solvay.edu
- Can I visit the campus at any time?
We strongly encourage you to attend the Information Sessions where you will have the opportunity to discuss the programme fully with someone from the MBA Department. If however you are unable to attend the Information Session, then you may arrange to visit the campus by contacting mba.admissions@solvay.edu. You can make an appointment with the Admission Manager who will provide you with detailed information.
- Can I attend a class?
It is possible to attend a class; however this should be arranged in advance with the Admissions Manager in advance. Each semester, the courses, classtimes and professors may vary.
MBA Admissions Manager
Phone : +32 2 650.65.17
Fax : +32 2 650.41.99
E-mail : mba.admissions@solvay.edu

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
- I do not have an academic degree. Will you consider me as an applicant?
An academic degree is one of the requirements of the MBA programme. However, on a rare occasion, we accept the application of a candidate without an academic degree if the candidate has an exceptionally strong profile with a high GMAT score, sound work experience, outstanding references, as well as strong motivation and a need for an MBA. It is advisable to note that such cases are rare.
ADMISSIONS and APPLICATION

AGE LIMIT
- Is there an age limit for application to your programme?
There is no minimum or maximum for age for application. However, we expect our applicants to have certain work experience, which we believe would enrich the MBA experience for everybody in the class.

ALUMNI
- I am planning to apply for the full-time/part-time MBA programme but I would like to find out first-hand MBA Solvay experience? Who can I contact?
You can contact the Admissions Manager to find out the possibility for a contact with an alumna or alumnus. This opportunity depends on the availability of an alumna or an alumnus at the time.
MBA Admissions Manager
Phone : +32 2 650.65.17
Fax : +32 2 650.41.99
E-mail : mba.admissions@solvay.edu
- Is it possible to meet an alumna/alumnus from my country?
You can contact the Admissions Manager to find out the possibility for a contact with an alumna or alumnus. This opportunity depends on the availability of an alumna or an alumnus from that specific country at the time.
MBA Admissions Manager
Phone : +32 2 650.65.17
Fax : +32 2 650.41.99
E-mail : mba.admissions@solvay.edu

GMAT
- Is GMAT compulsory for the MBA Solvay?
The GMAT is compulsory for candidates with less than 3 years of work experience. On-Campus Assessment is compulsory for candidates who do not have GMAT scores within the last 3 years. The Admission Committee reserves the right to invite candidates with a valid GMAT score for an interview.
- For how long is my GMAT score valid?
We accept GMAT scores which are valid for 3 years: there should be less than 3 years between your test date and your application to the MBA Solvay.
- What is the minimum GMAT score MBA Solvay requires?
We do not have a minimum GMAT requirement. The average score for class 2007 is about 600.
- Where can I take my GMAT exam?
Please visit the official website www.GMAC.com or http://www.mba.com/mba/TaketheGMAT to get information about the GMAT exam.

FINANCING YOUR MBA
- What are the costs involved?
The below sample budgets for the full-time and part-time MBA programmes are merely estimates and may vary according to your circumstances. (All prices are given in Euro and a year is considered as the academic year which is 10 months.)
MBA Solvay Programme |
Tuition and fees |
25.000 |
Monthly estimation of living expenses in Belgium |
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1.
Accommodation and bills |
500 |
2. Transportation (bus pass) |
38 |
3. Food and Entertainment/Misc. |
400 |
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- Can my company sponsor me?
Yes.
 PROGRAMME INFORMATION
- How long is the MBA programme?
Full-time MBA programme is a one year programme which starts early September and finishes late June. (10 months). The academic year consists of five periods of courses and seminars. Each period lasts for 8 weeks ending with exams. Classes are given during the day.
The Part-time MBA Programme starts early September and finishes late June. The two academic years consist of ten periods of courses and seminars (two times five periods). Each period lasts for 8 weeks ending with exams. Classes are given 2 or 3 evenings a week (6-9 pm) and Saturday.
- Do you accept credit transfers from previous schools?
No, we do not accept such credits.
- Is the programme accredited?
MBA Solvay is accredited by the Association of MBAs and EQUIS.
If you have any other questions which have not been answered here or elsewhere in our website, please contact us: mba.admissions@solvay.edu

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