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aSSIST University Graduate School (Non-MBA Programs)
SeoulPrivate2 years (MA/MS) / 4 years (PhD)
DBA candidatesDigital transformation professionalsWorking professionals
“Seoul's specialized graduate university — DBA and digital transformation programs”
2 years (MA/MS) / 4 years (PhD)
Duration
English (select programs)
Language
N/A
Class Size
N/A
GMAT
Not required
Work Exp
M.A. / M.S. / Ph.D.
Degree
38%
Int'l Students
Why This Program
Briefcase
DBA Program
Doctor of Business Administration for working professionals — English track available
Cpu
Digital Transformation
Specialized MA/PhD programs in AI, blockchain, and digital business transformation
Clock
Working Professional Friendly
Evening and weekend classes designed for employed graduate students
aSSIST University Campus
Career Outcomes
85%
employed within 3 months of graduation
🇰🇷Stay in Korea (50%)
- Avg salary: ₩60.0M/year (~$44.4K USD)
- D-10 → E-7 visa transition support
- Top employers: Samsung, LG, SK, Hyundai
🌏Global Path (50%)
- Alumni network in 20+ countries
- Global career opportunities
Top Employers
SamsungLGSKHyundaiKorean startupsConsulting firms
Cost & ROI
Tuition₩12.0M/year (₩6.0M/semester)
💰 Scholarship: KGSP full funding available; merit scholarships vary
KGSP designated university
ROI
Recover tuition in ~5 months of Korean salary (₩60.0M/year avg)
Living Cost
Monthly in Seoul: ~₩1.0–1.5M (~$750–1,100 USD)
Visa Pathway
D-2 Student
During program
2 years (MA/MS) / 4 years (PhD)
→
D-10 Job Search
After graduation
Up to 2 years
→
E-7 Employment
After job offer
Renewable
✅No Korean language required for admission
✅Part-time work allowed on D-2 visa (20hr/week)
ℹ️D-2 student visa; university international office provides support
How to Apply
📅 IntakeMarch & September
📝 GMAT/GRECheck website
🗣️ KoreanNot required
Required Documents
Bachelor's degreeTOEFL 80+ or IELTS 6.0+Statement of purposeLetters of recommendation
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