Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 2 November 2026
IESE TOEFL iBT levels
From the IESE MBA FAQs and the admissions pages for the Master in Management and the Master in Finance.
| Level or programme | TOEFL iBT level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Time MBA | 100 (recommended) | Assessed on the 0 to 120 scale; TOEFL code 7237 |
| Master in Management | 100 | TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic named |
| Master in Finance | 100 | TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic named |
Test rules at IESE
The MBA FAQ says TOEFL iBT scores from tests taken after the January 2026 changes are still accepted, and that IESE will assess them on the existing 0 to 120 overall scale until further notice while it reviews the new format. No section minimums, Home Edition rule or MyBest rule are given.
MBA candidates whose first language is English, who completed their degree in English or who lived at least two consecutive years in an English-speaking country need no test. On the same pages, the IELTS level is 7.5 (recommended) for the MBA and 7.0 for the MiM and Master in Finance.
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If your TOEFL score falls short
The IESE pages do not describe a conditional offer or pre-sessional route for English. For the MBA, the 100 figure is described as a recommended score rather than a hard cut-off, but plan to reach it.
Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your IESE programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
What TOEFL score does the IESE MBA need?+
IESE recommends TOEFL 100 and assesses MBA scores on the 0 to 120 scale until further notice.
What TOEFL score do the IESE MiM and Master in Finance need?+
TOEFL 100.
What is IESE's TOEFL code?+
The MBA FAQ gives IESE's TOEFL code as 7237.
Does IESE accept the new 2026 TOEFL?+
Yes. IESE says scores from tests taken after January 2026 are accepted and assessed on the 0 to 120 scale for now.
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