MBA
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Offered by:John Molson School of Business
Why pursue an MBA?
The John Molson full-time and part-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a practical program in every possible way. We look at management practices from an interdisciplinary perspective, giving you the kind of big-picture understanding of business that employers want.
You can create a schedule that fits your needs, choosing from morning, afternoon or evening classes. Part-time and full-time students have access to the same class schedule options. Choose to focus on a specific area or explore different aspects of management. Cross-disciplinary themes help students choose their electives to create unofficial specializations.
Acquire the skills that employers are looking for both in the classroom and out in the field through real business case projects and experiential learning options.
Program Details
Applicants for the John Molson MBA must have obtained a bachelor's degree in high standing, or qualifications accepted as equivalent by the School of Graduate Studies, and a minimum of two years of relevant full-time work experience. Applicants are evaluated according to the following six criteria: undergraduate grades; Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score; work experience; detailed evaluations from employers and former university instructors; an interview and a letter of intent.
Proficiency in English or French. Applicants whose first language is not English or French, and who are not Canadian citizens or landed immigrants, must achieve a satisfactory performance in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) before being considered for admission.
- Credits. To earn an MBA degree from Concordia University, a student in the regular MBA program must normally complete 45 credits in addition to any required qualifying courses. This requirement will be reduced only in cases where transfer credits are granted.
- Residence Requirement. The residence requirement for the MBA is normally three terms of full-time study, or the equivalent in part-time study. This requirement may be reduced to two terms of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study for students admitted with transfer credits.
- Course Substitution. Students may be exempted from certain courses on the basis of course work completed prior to entry into the program. However, such courses must be replaced by other MBA courses, or, subject to approval, by MSc (Administration) courses or graduate courses taken outside the John Molson School of Business. While students admitted with course substitutions are not required to take all of the courses specified in the program, every student must meet the degree requirement of 45 credits. Details of policies and practices related to course substitution may be obtained from the Assistant Director, MBA Program.
MBA Option for Diploma in Chartered Professional Accountancy Students. Students in good academic standing who meet the admission requirements of the MBA Program, and who have completed the requirements for the Diploma in Chartered Professional Accountancy Program within the last five years, may be granted advanced standing for up to 21 credits upon admission to the MBA Program and will be required to take the following courses (24 credits):
MBA 640 On Ramp (0 credits)
MBA 641 Responsible Manager (3 credits)
MBA 644 Marketing Management (3 credits)
MBA 645 Economics for Organizational Decision Making (3 credits)
MBA 647 Managing People in Organizations (3 credits)
MBA 650 Crafting and Implementing Successful Strategies (3 credits)
+3 electives- MBA Option for Diploma in Chartered Accountancy Students. Students in good academic standing who meet the admission requirements of the MBA Program, and who have completed the requirements for the Diploma in Chartered Accountancy Program within the last five years, may be granted advanced standing for up to 21 credits upon admission to the MBA Program and will be required to take the following courses(24 credits):
MBA 640 On Ramp (0 credits)
MBA 641 Responsible Manager (3 credits)
MBA 644 Marketing Management (3 credits)
MBA 645 Economics for Organizational Decision Making (3 credits)
MBA 647 Managing People in Organizations (3 credits)
MBA 650 Crafting and Implementing Successful Strategies (3 credits)
+ 3 electives
- MBA Option for Graduate Certificate in Management Accounting Students. Students in good academic standing who meet the admission requirements of the MBA Program, and who have completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Management Accountancy Program within the last five years, may be granted advanced standing for up to 15 credits upon admission to the MBA Program and will be required to take the following courses (30 credits):
MBA 640 On Ramp (0 credits)
MBA 641 Responsible Manager (3 credits)
MBA 643 Managerial analytics (3 credits)
MBA 644 Marketing Management (3 credits)
MBA 645 Economics for Organizational Decision Making (3 credits)
MBA 647 Managing People in Organizations (3 credits)
MBA 648 Business Process Management (3 credits)
MBA 650 Crafting and Implementing Successful Strategies (3 credits)
+ 3 electives
After reviewing the Admission Requirements the following items must be submitted before the application deadline:
- $100 (CAD) Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee paid online by credit card.
- Application Form
An online application form must be completed.
- Statement of Purpose
Applicants must provide a Statement of Purpose indicating their reason for choosing the MBA, their career goals, and how the program will contribute to achieving those goals. Statement of Purpose should be approximately 500 words in length.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Applicants must include an updated resume.
- Three Letters of Reference*
Applicants must include names and email contacts for three academic or professional reference evaluating prior performance, appropriateness of the MBA degree and potential for future business leadership:
When completing your application online, you will be required to enter your referees’ names, affiliated institutions and email addresses (college/university or company mail). Your referees will then receive an email inviting them to complete an electronic assessment form and attach their letter of reference. It is your responsibility to follow-up with your referees to confirm they received this mail from application.support@concordia.ca.
You are strongly encouraged to submit your application before your program’s application deadline in order to give your referees sufficient time to provide their assessment and letter of reference.
- Official Transcripts*
Please upload unofficial copies of transcripts, from all previous educational institutions, when you apply to Concordia because it speeds up the review of your application.
If you are currently enrolled in school:
Submit the results of previous terms and a list of your current courses
Include mid-year grades if they're available
Uploaded transcripts, however, are not official transcripts. Official transcripts are documents sent directly from an institution to our Admissions Application Centre. Unless otherwise specified, we request official transcripts only once you are admitted.
- Official GMAT Score (minimum of 580)
For information on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) please visit mba.com.
- Official English Proficiency Test (where applicable)
A student whose primary language is not English must write a pre-admission proficiency test (TOEFL iBT minimum score 95 or IELTS (Academic) minimum score 7.0), if not exempted as indicated in the admissions requirements. Test results must be reported directly to the Admissions Application Centre by the test centre. Results more than two years old will not be accepted as proof of language proficiency.
- Proof of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residence, or Refugee Status (where applicable)
Where applicable, applicants must include a certified copy of their birth certificate, Permanent Resident card, Canadian Citizen Card, or Refugee Status papers. International students must include a copy of their current passport.
- Additional requirement
Video interview: Candidates will receive a separate email explaining the interview process.
*Once requested upon acceptance, official transcripts must be sent directly to Concordia University.
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| DEGREE |
FALL (September) |
WINTER (January) |
SUMMER (May/June) |
| Business Administration (MBA) |
MBA | June 1 (Cdn. res.) March 1 (int.) |
Oct. 1 (Cdn. res.) June 1 (int.) |
n/a |
MBA core courses:
- On ramp
- Responsible manager
- Financial reporting for responsible decision making
- Managerial analytics
- Marketing management
- Economics for organizational decision making
- Financial management
- Managing people in organizations
- Business process management
- Strategic managerial accounting and control
- Crafting and implementing successful strategie
Consult our department site for a complete course listing.
The full-time & part-time MBA is a 45-credit program consisting of 15 three-credit courses. It is a practical program in every possible way, including flexibility, relevant and practical experiential learning, customizable curriculum, and an integrated emphasis on ethics, sustainability and responsible business management. We look at management practices from an interdisciplinary perspective, giving you the kind of big picture understanding of business that employers want.
The JMSB full-time & part-time MBA is one of the most affordable of all AACSB-accredited schools in North America because our program is highly subsidized by the Quebec government. In addition, the cost of living in Montreal is significantly lower than in most other large North American cities.
As graduate students, MBA candidates have access to a broad range of financial support options. Students are encouraged to apply for the full range of funding opportunities available both within Concordia and through provincial agencies. International students should also inquire about the programs available to them from their country of origin or through national agencies.
Entrance scholarships are automatically considered for each admitted MBA student based on academic merit. Additionally, there are a number of other awards posted each year that students can apply for once they have started the program.
Co-op students may complete a minimum of one work term (four months) to a maximum of two terms (8 months). They must return to full-time study after their work term (internship). Students can opt into the MBA Co-op program after meeting the eligibility criteria. It is preferred to contact the Co-op office several semesters prior to completing the required 24 credits.
The cost of the MBA Co-op program is $185 CDN per semester (before, during and after an internship). For more details, please contact the Co-op office.
During their studies, students develop personal relationships and professional connections that they continue to nurture long after graduation. The JMSB alumni network of over 50,000 graduates includes many who have assumed leadership positions in Global Fortune 500 companies and with national and international organizations. Their accomplishments add distinction to the Faculty and to the intrinsic value of a JMSB graduate degree.
JMSB MBA graduates find careers in all industry sectors from financial institutions and banking, to government and NGOs, to consulting, entrepreneurship, and much more. Read about our alumni.
Important information about admissions
Please be advised that Concordia University does not process admissions or fee payments through third parties for our degree programs.
All applicants are advised to ensure that they are communicating directly with the university for admissions and fee payments.
