How online MBA exams work: proctoring, dates and passing marks

What to expect from semester exams in an online MBA.

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Quick answer

Online MBA semester exams are usually held online with remote proctoring: you take them at home on a laptop with a webcam while software monitors the session. Each university publishes its own exam calendar and passing criteria, typically per course and per semester.

Prepare your setup

A laptop with a working webcam and microphone.
A stable internet connection and a quiet room.
A valid photo ID for verification.

Common rules

No phones or other people in the room.
Stay in the camera frame.
Do not switch tabs unless allowed.

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