Admission Criteria for Undergraduate Programs
To be considered for admission to the academic programs at the Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS), applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Prospective students must hold a recognized General Education Diploma or its equivalent.
- This ensures that applicants have completed the necessary secondary education requirements for admission.
Upon enrollment, all new students will be required to undergo a series of examinations, beginning with the English proficiency assessment. As students’ progress through the program and additional subjects such as Mathematics and IT are introduced, they will be required to undertake further proficiency placement tests to determine their competency levels in these subjects. Based on the results of these assessments, students will be assigned to the appropriate proficiency levels. It is feasible for students to fulfil the foundation program requirements through successful testing and subsequently commence full-time academic classes.
English Placement Test
To fulfil the requirements for admission, prospective applicants are required to undergo an English entrance examination. This examination aims to assess the student's English proficiency and determine the appropriate course placement, whether it be in Pre-Degree or Degree courses, based on their comprehension abilities during the examination sessions.
The placement test is designed to evaluate the English proficiency of the students through the following procedures:
Part One:
Students scoring below 50 will complete only Part One and will be placed in Level 1.
Level 1 students will be eligible to register for English and IT classes without the need for further placement tests.
Part Two:
Students scoring above 50 will proceed to sit for Part 2 (writing test). to determine their placement level.
Students with an IELTS score of 5.5 and above are exempt from the first section of the placement test and are required to take the other section of the English language program (writing test).
Applicants are required to provide certain supporting documents, including:
- A copy of a valid passport and residence card/civil ID along with 2 recent passport photographs (for non-Omani applicants).
- Original high school certificates
- Completion of the application form, which includes personal information and program preferences.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we offer double major, but only for Bachelor of Science in Business administration (Accounting and Finance) and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Management Organization Behavior and Marketing)
No, pursuing a double major will not extend your graduation timeline. It will only increase the number of credits you need to complete.
Taking a semester break will not affect your scholarship if you receive approval from the ministry, and your scholarship will be put on hold during that period.
Foundation year is not mandatory for a bachelor's program. It depends on the placement test, and if you pass the English Proficiency Examination, you can start academic classes directly.
Yes, MCBS offers a Master's Degree in Public Administration in Arabic language, Master's Degree in Human Resources in Arabic language and Master's Degree in Business Administration in Arabic language.
Students course load depends on student’s previous semester GPA as shown in below table:
| S. GPA | Max. Course Load | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Below 2.00 | 3 Courses per full semester | 9 (Probation load) |
| 2.00-3.19 | 4 Courses per full semester | 12 (Normal load) |
| 3.20-4.00 | 5 Courses per full semester | 9 (Extended or overload) |
Final year students may obtain an approval of their HOD for an extended load. A student who is placed under probation has their study load restricted/reduced to improve their GPA.
Yes it is. MCBS conducts Student Orientation at the beginning of every semester.
Yes, MCBS offers both full-time and part-time bachelor's programs. Additionally, evening classes are available to accommodate individuals who are employed full-time.
Am I eligible to enroll in a bachelor's degree program at MCBS if my high school score is below 60%?
Yes, eligibility to enroll in a bachelor's degree program at MCBS is determined by the results of the placement test, regardless of the high school score being below 60%.
Yes, at MCBS Academy, we offer comprehensive support for IELTS preparation and Professional English programs. Our 2-week preparation course is priced at 90 OMR and includes 2 mock exams. If you prefer a mock exam with feedback only, it costs 15 OMR. Additionally, we provide professional English courses for 230 OMR, consisting of 80 hours of immersive learning.
Yes, it is possible to participate in a student exchange during the last semester of a degree program, but it depends on your credit load, typically requiring more than 90 credits.
Yes, at MCBS all Master's programs are conducted in the evening and are considered full-time.