CEIBS MBA Deadlines: MBA Class of 2029 Rounds and Decision Dates
CEIBS MBA application deadlines and decision dates for the MBA Class of 2029 (2027 intake), plus CEIBS Admission Test dates.
Application timeline
CEIBS states: "Application for entry into the 2027 intake (MBA Class of 2029) is based on a 'round' admission system." There are four rounds, and the final application deadline is May 19, 2027. CEIBS's MBA overview lists the start date as September. CEIBS processes an application only when it is complete. Admitted Early Action candidates receive an application fee rebate upon enrolment.
MBA Class of 2029 rounds
| Round | Application deadline | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action | October 14, 2026 | November 4, 2026 |
| Round 1 | December 2, 2026 | December 23, 2026 |
| Round 2 | March 17, 2027 | April 14, 2027 |
| Round 3 | May 19, 2027 | June 19, 2027 |
CEIBS Admission Test dates
For the MBA Class of 2029, the CEIBS Admission Test is scheduled for December 12, 2026, and March 20, 2027, in Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen or online. Applicants submit the application and fee before the test date and can take the test once per year.
Key facts
- Application fee
- RMB 1,000 (Chinese applicants); USD 180 or RMB 1,000 (international applicants)
- Tuition
- RMB 488,000
- Deferral
- No more than one deferral, on formal request
Sources
- 1. CEIBS, MBA: How to apply, rounds and deadlines
- 2. CEIBS, CEIBS Full-Time MBA overview
- 3. CEIBS, MBA expenses and financial aid