All-inclusive tuition fee

The John Molson MBA in Investment Management offers significant value for money when looking at comparable MBA programs in Toronto, Montreal, other parts of Canada, or abroad.

Given we’re the only MBA in Canada specializing in investment management, requiring you to pass the Level 1 CFA exam to graduate, you gain not only an internationally recognized John Molson MBA, but also the tools to help you attain the full CFA designation.

Total tuition effective June 1, 2022*:

• $72,000 (CAD) for Canadian citizens and Permanent residents
• $87,000 (CAD) for international students

* Fees are subject to change. No tuition difference for Accelerated Program. 

Tuition includes:

• All MBA courses (57 credits);
• CFA preparatory week and study materials (for CFA exam-registered students);
• Meals on class days;
• CFA Institute-approved calculator; 
• Special activities.

Tuition does not include:

• CFA membership;
• CFA enrolment fees;
• Health insurance.
   

Special activities vary from year to year and may include, but are not limited to: 

• Exam writing and study skills workshops; 
• Interview skills workshops; 
• Career preparation and networking events; 
• Employer visits;
• Industry speaker series and mentorship circles;
• Excel financial modeling;
• Travel and accommodations (between Toronto and Montreal*) when required by the program
• Soft-skill development workshop (available to all MBA in Investment Management alumni; limited seats available)

 *Canadian students attending the program from locations other than Toronto and Montreal may claim a fixed stipend equivalent to the cost of travel between Montreal and Toronto to reduce their travel expenses when attending events organized by the program. 

Scholarships and awards

Concordia University’s Goodman Institute of Investment Management, which runs the John Molson MBA in Investment Management, offers over $100,000 in fellowships and awards every academic year, in recognition of academic excellence and to support graduate studies. 

Entrance Support Program

This program grants financial support to a select number of incoming students each year, who are granted up to 50% of their tuition costs over the course of their studies. The support is based on academic standing, professional experience and GMAT at the time of application. Recipients must then maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.6 / 4.3 upon completion of the Fall term to be granted additional support in January.

Entrance awards and scholarships for Women in Finance

Every year, the Goodman Institute awards top female candidates entrance awards and scholarships, provided by generous donors to the university. These awards and scholarships are available to both international and domestic candidates and can cover up to 50% of their total tuition.

Examples of awards offered each year:

Additional scholarships

In addition to the above awards and scholarships, several merit-based in-course scholarships are offered each year to the Goodman Institute’s students:

*Please note that the renewable amounts are based on academic merit and not guaranteed. 

Sample cost estimate for top students

The John Molson MBA in Investment Management is an all-inclusive program that offers significant value. In addition to the excellent opportunity cost provided by its part-time class schedule, which allows students to work full-time while studying, our program offers access to dedicated study spaces, exclusive networking events and CFA resources.

Below we have included a cost estimate for students in excellent academic standing (3.6+ / 4.3), based on the value of scholarships offered to students in 2021-2022.

*These amounts are based on the top scholarships offered to each student every year. Please note that the average amount of scholarship may vary in function of the candidate’s academic performance.

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