Business Administration (MBA)

The Goodman MBA is nationally recognized for its comprehensive curriculum, real-world approach and exceptional student support – all designed to help you succeed in your academic program and enhance your leadership skills.

Whether you’re a recently graduated student or an established professional, our MBA will provide you with the opportunity to gain new knowledge, transform your career and improve your employment opportunities.

Specializations:

  • Accounting (CPA accredited)
  • Business Analytics
  • Finance
  • Human Resource Management
  • Marketing
  • Operations Management

Entry point:

You can begin the full-time and part-time MBA program in September or January.  Part-time students may also begin in April.

Duration:

Course based – One to two years / 10-20 courses (depending on Advanced Standing) + optional 4-month co-op

*Accounting specialization: Course based – One to two years / 12 – 24 courses (depending on Advanced Standing) + optional 4-month co-op

 

Application deadline:

  • Applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents:
    • Applications will be accepted until the program is full.
    • Applicants should apply as early as possible.
    • If you plan on applying after Aug. 1 for a fall start, or after Nov. 1 for a January start, please contact the Graduate Programs Office first.
  • Application deadlines for international students
    • Fall start: May 1
    • January start: Aug. 1
    • Applicants applying after these deadlines may still submit an application but are recommended to contact the Graduate Programs Office first.

Pre-Admission Assessments

We’re happy to review your resume and transcript(s), IELTS/TOEFL/GMAT score (if applicable), before you apply to one of our programs.

A pre-admission assessment is the best way of assessing your eligibility for our Graduate programs. Together, we will identify your career and education goals and provide you with advice and strategies on how to submit a strong application.

To request a free pre-admission assessment, create an account on Goodman’s Graduate Portal and click on ‘Pre-assessment’ in the left-hand navigation.


Admission requirements

  • MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
    • Four-year bachelor’s degree in any field, must be considered equivalent to a Canadian 4 year bachelor’s degree and must be from an accredited institution.
      • B/75 per cent academic average in last two years of study (Canadian equivalent)
    • Minimum Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score in the 52nd percentile in verbal and quantitative reasoning, or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score in the 60th percentile in verbal and quantitative reasoning
      • GMAT/GRE waivers are only available for students who have completed their bachelor’s or master's degree in Canada or the U.S. in the last seven years with an overall average of at least A- (80% or 3.67 GPA respectively without rounding), or who have successfully completed CFA Level 3. Waiver requests must be submitted through the Goodman Graduate Portal.
    • Minimum English Language Proficiency score (if applicable)
      • TOEFL IBT: 105
      • Academic IELTS: 7.5
      • Pearson Test of English (Academic): 72
  • APPLICATION DOCUMENTS (all documents must be submitted electronically)
    •  Online OUAC application
    • Application fee ($140 CAD)
    • Scanned original transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
    • Three electronic reference reports
    • Statement of interest
    • Resumé
    • Scan of official TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score (if applicable)