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Before completing your application, please read this section thoroughly and review all
instructions. In general, it is most efficient to distribute requests for recommendations early in the application process. This way, your requests can be “in process”, while you are completing the remainder of the application requirements.
See below a suggested process for completing the application, with paragraphs describing each item in further detail (items correlate to specific Forms as noted):
1. Prepare transcripts: You should submit the original or a certified copy of your transcript from each college or university you have attended. Additionally, submit a certified copy of transcripts from any professional schools or non-degree programs you may have attended.
2. Distribute statement of corporate support: Have the corporate sponsorship form completed and signed by the appropriate individual at your company. This form specifically states that the company endorses your participation in the program, is aware of the time demands, and will provide you release time from work on class days.
3. Recommendation forms: We suggest that you request recommendations early in the
application process. Have each recommendation returned to you in a sealed envelope for
inclusion with your admissions packet. We suggest that you request recommendations from persons who have been directly responsible for assessing your managerial performance as well as future potential. At least two recommendations should come from an employer or supervisor.
4. Consider taking the TOEFL as required. Request that your score report be sent to Al
Akhawayn University. You may include an unofficial score report with your application if you have received it. Report other graduate test scores on your application as applicable.
5. Prepare the admission application, forms (Forms 1 and 2).
6. Prepare your resume. Please include a one to two page resume that highlights your
education, academic focus, and honors you received; work experience, responsibilities, and accomplishments (organized by company); and organizations to which you belong. Your resume can also include bullet points highlighting specific skills such as languages as well as personal interests or leadership qualities.
7. Write your essays: Respond to the four required essay questions, typed on separate sheets. Please limit yourself to the number of words noted, using 11-point font with 1.5 line spacing.
8. Sign your application in all required locations.
9. Photographs: Please provide eight passport-size photographs in the appropriate envelope.
Photographs will not be returned. Please write your full name at the back of each photograph.
10. Photocopy the completed application for your records.
11. Application Fee: All applications must be accompanied by a nonrefundable 500 Moroccan Dirhams application fee. This fee is not credited to tuition or other fees in the event of admission. Payment may be made by cash or by personal check.
12. After your recommendations have been returned to you, mail all application materials
together to the Executive Education Center. Collate your material according to the checklist.
Important: The University reserves the right to ask for additional information.
INTERVIEWS
Once your completed application is received by the Executive Education Center, you will be contacted to arrange an interview. We are proud of the quality and diversity of our students at Al Akhawayn University. The best way for us to maintain this level of excellence is to individually assess the strengths of each candidate. For this reason, the Graduate Admissions Committee considers the evaluative interview an essential part of the application review. The committee consists of professional admissions officers who interview candidates and evaluate applications for admission.
