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Admission Requirements

Currently, Calwest University only offers Graduate and Doctoral Programs

As Calwest University is an exempt institution pursuant to Section 94874 (b)(1) of the California Education Code; Title 5; it only offers educational programs sponsored by ICMA, a bona fide professional organization, solely for that organization's membership; and under Section 94874 (d) (2) (c) offers continuing education that is approved, certified, or sponsored by a bona fide professional organization.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Graduate Program (MBA):

For graduate studies in Business Administration a student must be above the age of 22 and be:

  1. a CMA-level member of the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (ICMA) with a minimum of five years of business experience. [ Student Members of ICMA are not admitted to Calwest University Degree programs.]
  2. Have an undergraduate degree (or equivalent). If a student does not possess an undergraduate degree (or equivalent qualification), then the university will seek suitable evidence, such as relevant work experience, to assess a student’s ability to successfully complete the course. Individuals entering based purely on relevant experience must have at least 5 years of that experience. [Note that CMA-level membership certificate holders of ICMA are considered to be equivalent to having an undergraduate degree in business].
  3. A Short Resume detailing at least 3-years of work experience; AND
  4. A Certified Copy of Photo Identification (passport, driver's license, etc.)

Doctoral Program (DBA):

For doctoral studies in Business Research a student must be above the age of 22 and:

  1. Be a member of the Institute of Certified Management Accountants (ICMA) with a minimum of five years of business experience. [ Student Members of ICMA are not admitted to Calwest University Degree programs.]
  2. Have both an undergraduate degree and a graduate degree in any discipline from an accredited university (or from a government-approved institution, if outside the United States).  [Note that CMA-level membership certificate holders of ICMA are considered to be equivalent to having both an undergraduate and graduate degree in business.]
  3. A Short Resume detailing at least 2-years work experience;
  4. A 3- to 4-page Essay submitted during the admission process titled “My objectives in undertaking Doctoral Research”; AND
  5. A Certified Copy of Photo Identification (passport, driver's license, etc.)

 

English Proficiency Requirements:

Applicants without appropriate previous academic experience in an English language environment must obtain the following minimum scores:  the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - 530; the TOEFL-Internet Based Test (IBT) - 71; the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)- 6.5; the Pearson Test of English (PTE) -  50; Exams of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) - B2; and ACT Compass - Level 3.