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University Of Calgary MBA Acceptance Rate

The Haskayne Daytime MBA program is classroom-based and combines block week classes, daytime classes in your first year and evening classes in your second year (in combination with our Evening MBA students).

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There is one intake of the Daytime program each year commencing in August. Classes take place mainly on our main campus in Scurfield Hall with some evening classes at our downtown campus.

This format offers you a number of benefits:

  • Easy access to support from the faculty, program team and other on-campus resources
  • Opportunity to complete the program in a shorter time if you choose to study over Spring / Summer
  • Extensive learning opportunities from your classmates in addition to your faculty
  • Networking opportunities with both the Daytime and Evening MBA cohorts
  • Flexible delivery model offers you the choice to work full-time (domestic students) or part time (international students) in the second year
  • Interact with students from around the world and learn about doing business globally through a two-or six-week spring/summer international exchange
ACCELERATED OPTIONS

Students who have completed an undergraduate business degree in Canada may be eligible for up to 9 course waivers (post curriculum review). A minimum of 15 courses are required to complete the program; any student with more than 5 core course waivers would substitute additional electives for the remaining courses. In addition to completing the program in less time, this option also saves you money as tuition is charged on a per course basis. 

Students may also choose to accelerate their program by opting to complete additional courses during the Spring and Summer semesters.

Please note: All cohorts have a required course scheduled in Spring

UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL

Many MBA students are seeking to accelerate their career, or achieve a career transition in terms of function, industry or location. Our dedicated Career Centre Team supports students through the career development cycle from developing awareness of strengths, development needs and preferences through to identifying and securing their next career transition. Services offered include:

Career Services

  • Résumé and cover letter review
  • Personal branding support
  • Informational, behavioural and case interview preparation
  • Job search support

Networking Opportunities

  • Informational interview connections with alumni and their members of the business community
  • Management consulting panel
  • Finance industry panel
  • MBA specialization event

Our graduates achieve significant success in both the short term and long term. Illustrative career statistics*for recent graduates include:

  • More than 7 out of 10 of Haskayne MBA graduates are employed within 3 months of graduation
  • The most popular industries for our graduates are energy, finance and consulting
  • Graduates have an average starting salary of $91,000, an increase of nearly 20% of their pre-MBA salary
  • 24% of graduates receive a cash signing bonus for their post-MBA job
IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

Students in the Haskayne Daytime MBA program are able to take advantage of a broad range of academic and extra-curricular opportunities. Our goal is to empower all of our students to engage in a transformative experience during their MBA.

Students can adapt their program experience to support their personal and professional development goals:

Academic Opportunities

  • Select from six specialization options or opt not to specialize and fully customize your degree
  • Choose your electives from more than 50 courses each year
  • Participate in International Exchange to one of more than 30 destinations
  • Build your leadership capacity through an Adventure Leadership Experience
  • Accelerate your program by taking Spring and Summer courses, going on a Summer exchange or taking advantage of course waivers (for those with a Canadian business degree)

Experiential Opportunities

  • Represent your class as a member of the MBA Society executive, as a Class Champion or as a Buddy
  • Expand your network, develop your confidence and build your team-working and presentation skills by participating in a case competition
  • Improve your communication skills through our accent reduction program
  • Enhance your leadership capacity and grow your network through our Leadership Development Program

Vocational Opportunities

  • Discover different career opportunities through career counselling, industry panels and networking events
  • Explore a career transition through a summer internship or skills-based volunteering
  • Develop your practical business skills by participating in financial modelling and case-cracking workshops
DIVERSE COHORT

Students in the Haskayne Daytime MBA program bring a diverse mix of industry, functional and educational backgrounds. The program attracts up to 40% of its students from international locations across the Americas, Asia and Africa. In addition, our international exchange students enhance the mix of students in the class.

Through spending the intensive first year of core classes together the Daytime MBA students form a strong cohort. They have the opportunity to expand their network with other MBA students through shared elective classes with the Evening MBA and experiential opportunities such as the Leadership Development Program.

SPECIALIZATION OPTIONS

The Haskayne MBA degree is a professional degree which provides a broad mix of general management skills through its core curriculum. A specialization within an MBA degree provides the opportunity to focus on a specific functional or industry area. Some students choose to pursue a specialization to either consolidate their prior experience or to complement their existing skill set.

  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Finance
  • Global Energy Management and Sustainable Development
  • Marketing
  • Project Management
  • Real Estate Studies
INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

International experience enables students to broaden their perspective and learn about other business cultures. MBA students are encouraged to participate in an international study opportunity. There are a range of international opportunities available to fit with your personal and professional commitments.

university of calgary mBA acceptance rate

Application PortalStudent Admission
Application Fee (non-refundable)CAD 145
Acceptance Rate56%
Student: Faculty Ratio23:1
Mode of ProgramFull time, Part-time

important Dates

CHECK ELIGIBILITY

EventEnd Date
FallMar 1, 2021

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Thesis-Based Students

Students in a thesis-based degree (master’s or doctoral) program are assessed annual tuition fees. All tuition fees are pro-rated over four terms: one-third in Fall, one-third in Winter, one-sixth in Spring and one-sixth in Summer.

Students in thesis programs who register in courses with differential fees or additional program fee will be required to pay the extra fees in addition to the thesis tuition rates.

Course-Based Students

Students in most course-based graduate programs pay tuition fees on a per course basis. Some programs may charge additional program fees (refer to the Program-Specific Fee table).

Many course-based programs charge differential fees. Students who take courses with a differential rate are required to pay the differential fee.

The fees below apply to all programs unless a differential rate is specified in P.1.2.1 Graduate Program-Specific Fees.

university of calgary mBA fees for international students

Students admitted Spring 2020 or later

Canadian/Permanent ResidentsInternational Students
Thesis-based tuition fees (annual)$3,464.00$8,081.04
MBA Thesis-based tuition fees (annual)$12,609.42$29,087.22
Course-based 3 unit course$818.34$1,963.38
Course-based 6 unit course$1636.71$3,926.76
Course-based 1.5 unit course (e.g., Internship)
Audit fee (per 3 units)
$409.17$981.69

Students admitted Winter 2020 or earlier

Students in PhD programs are assessed tuition fees until the term immediately following admission to candidacy (Spring/Summer are counted as one term). Once admitted to Candidacy, students will be assessed the annual continuing fee. Students in thesis-based master’s programs (excluding MBA and those listed in P.1.2.1 Graduate Program-Specific Fees) are assessed tuition fees for the first year. After the first year, annual continuing fees will apply. Students in the thesis-based MBA program are assessed tuition fees in both the first and second years. After the second year, the continuing fee will apply.

Canadian/Permanent ResidentsInternational Students
Thesis tuition fees (annual)$5,873.16$13,330.68
MBA Thesis tuition fees (annual) $12,036.28$26,557.90
Continuing Fee (annual) $1,708.74$3,878.16
Course-based 3 unit course$803.07$1,823.01
Course-based 6 unit course$1,606.14$3,646.02
Course-based 1.5 unit course (e.g., Internship)
Audit fee (per 3 units)
$401.52$910.47

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Graduate Student General Fees

General fees are assessed on either a per-term or annual basis depending on the type of fee. All registered students must pay the fees as assessed.

Fees assessed per termFull-TimePart-TimeDistance Delivery
Campus Recreation$40.10$40.10
Athletics$27.69$27.69
Student Services Fee$171.74$57.25Assessed based on full-time or part-time status
Fees assessed annuallyFull-TimePart-TimeDistance Delivery
Group Insurance$11.00
Graduate Bursary Donation$10.00$10.00$10.00

General Fees Assessed on Behalf of Third Parties

Full-TimePart-TimeDistance Delivery
City of Calgary U-Pass (per term)$155.00
Graduate Students Association (GSA) (per 12 months)$176.84$147.00Assessed based on full-time or part-time status
GSA Health Insurance (per 12 months)$305.00
GSA Dental Insurance (per 12 months)$274.00

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Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must have a Bachelor of Commerce degree or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • The related fields include a UG degree in business, and particularly in quantitative subjects such as Accounting, Economics, and Finance.
  • A GPA of at least 3.30/4.00 (B grade) is required to be eligible for this program.

Work Experience Eligibility:

  • Students required at least 2 years of professional work experience after graduation.
  • For the thesis-based MBA program, admission is offered based upon publications, participation in research projects, and academic awards.

Others:

Students without related academic experience or work experience students are also encouraged to apply, given they have completed the following courses:

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business Technology Management
  • Operations Management and Marketing
  • Organizational Behavior and Human Resources

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Or, completed a master’s degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution. 

For the thesis-based MBA program, it is essential to submit GMAT scores of a minimum of 600 or equivalent GRE scores.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Program Description

  • The Haskayne Thesis MBA is designed for those who possess an interest in pursuing an intensive, research-based program within the Haskayne School of Business.
  • The MBA Thesis curriculum offers a challenge for those strongly interested and committed to research.
  • Choosing a thesis-based graduate degree should not be considered a quick way to completing an MBA degree.
  • The MBA Thesis degree is offered to students who possess a Bachelor of Commerce degree or equivalent.
  • In addition to a thesis meeting all Master’s thesis requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, the thesis option requires a minimum of eight half-course equivalents selected by students in consultation with his or her supervisor.

Program Highlights

Degree Type OfferedMaster
Duration2 years
Fees₹3500944.64 for 2 years
Delivery TypeFull Time
Admission IntakeFall (Deadline – Mar 1)
Language ProficiencyIELTS,TOEFL,PTE
ExamsGMAT,GRE
Offered ByHaskayne School of Business
Program URLhttps://haskayne.ucalgary.ca/future-students/mba/thesis

Curriculum

The Haskayne Daytime MBA program aims to transform Canada’s business landscape by enabling our students to make significant contributions as individuals, and as leaders.

Designed for early to mid-career professionals, the Haskayne Daytime MBA program will help you develop the critical thinking and leadership skills needed to achieve your career goals.

FORMAT AND TIMING

The Haskayne Daytime MBA’s full-time format allows you to focus on your studies and complete your program in less than two years. 

Many early to mid-career professionals are seeking to make a career transition. Our program enables you to explore a new role, industry or company through applying for summer internships. It also provides the flexibility for domestic students to work full-time in the second year of the program if they choose to.

Program Structure

The Haskayne MBA curriculum is tailored to early and mid-career professionals who wish to strengthen their business aptitude and explore a range of career options.

The curriculum is designed to provide a broad-based business education in the core and significant choice in the specialization and electives.

The program is comprised of 20 courses in total, of which 14 are required for all students and 6 of which are electives (scheduling of courses to semesters is subject to change without notice).

Year 1

FALL SEMESTER
  • Organizational Behaviour (block week format) 
  • Introductory Financial Accounting 
  • Global Environment of Business 
  • Managerial Economics 
  • Managerial Decision Modelling 
  • Strategic Management 1 
WINTER SEMESTER
  • Business Technology Management (block week format) 
  • Management Accounting 
  • Entrepreneurial Thinking 
  • Marketing Management 
  • Managerial Finance 
  • Operations Management 
SPRING SEMESTER
  • Strategic Business Analysis

Year 2

FALL SEMESTER
  • Advanced Leadership 
  • Three elective courses
WINTER SEMESTER
  • Three elective courses

Electives and Specialization

Specializations and a broad range of elective courses enable you to customize your degree to align to your personal and professional goals. Overall, you must take six electives throughout the program.

The following specializations are available for the Daytime and Evening MBA program:

  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Finance
  • Global Energy Management and Sustainable Development
  • Marketing
  • Project Management
  • Real Estate Studies

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Entry Requirements

Applicants for the Haskayne MBA programs are evaluated based on thoughtful consideration on how the program will help them achieve their professional goals and how the rest of the cohort will benefit from their participation. 

The quality of the MBA experience is critically dependent on the diversity and character of the cohort. The admissions committee therefore considers a wide range of factors in its admission decisions and views each applicant from a holistic perspective.

To be considered for admission to the Haskayne MBA programs, an application should fulfill the following criteria:

  • A GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or higher in the last two years of a four year undergraduate degree, graduate degree or professional degree from an accredited university; AND
  • At least two years’ professional work experience; AND
  • A score of 550 or higher in the GMAT exam.

For information on international GPA equivalents, visit the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

If you achieved a GPA of 3.2 or higher in a Canadian undergraduate business degree you may be eligible to request that the GMAT requirement be waived.

Applicants for whom English is not a first language must also achieve either:

  • A score of 97 or higher on the internet version of the TOEFL; OR
  • A score of 7 or higher on the academic version of the IELTS.

Required Document List

Following are the required documents:

  • CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two academic or professional references: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
  • Statement of Intent: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Electronic Official transcripts: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended in PDF format.
  • Statement of research interests: Student has to fill their interesting research work area in the application form.
  • Preference Form: Some departments require students to fill in a preference form that will ask to outline their preferences for the program specialization, research area or faculty supervisor.

The Haskayne MBA program aims to transform Canada’s business landscape by enabling our students to make significant contributions as individuals, and as leaders.

Designed for early to mid-career professionals, the Haskayne Daytime MBA program will help you develop the critical thinking and leadership skills needed to achieve your career goals.


Fees & Funding

Tution & Application Fees

YearYear 1Year 2
Tuition Fees₹1716321.44₹1716321.44
Health Insurance₹34150.88₹34150.88
Total₹1750472.32₹1750472.32

Living Costs

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing₹1215564.8

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameAmountInternational Students EligibleApplication Deadline
Go Clean Scholarship₹258160YesDec 31, 2020
Saryu Doshi Graduate Fellowships in Liberal Arts & Sciences₹300793.28YesN/A
Axol Science Scholarship₹147520YesJul 1, 2020
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships₹295040YesN/A

Options Available

ProgramDelivery TypeDurationProgram TypeOffered ByTution Fees
M.B.Apart time32 monthson-campus, Course BasedHaskayne School of Business₹3187243.36
M.B.Apart time3 yearson-campusHaskayne School of Business₹1795760.96
M.B.Afull time1 yearon-campusHaskayne School of Business₹1776288.32

Daytime MBA

Calgary
2-year, full-time program

  • Classes take place mainly on our main campus in Scurfield Hall with some evening classes at our downtown campus
  • Block weeks, day and evening classes
SpecializationGlobal Energy Management and Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Marketing, Project Management, Real Estate Studies
Duration20 months. The program can also be completed in as little as 16 months.
IntakeAugust
CostPlus, general fees
Application feeCA$125 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents and CA$145 for international students.
Admission RequirementsA GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or higher in the last two years of a four year undergraduate degree, graduate degree or professional degree from an accredited universityAt least two years’ professional work experienceA score of 550 or higher in the GMAT exam
Application ChecklistOfficial transcripts are required from all post-secondary institutions attendedGMAT official score report (if required)TOEFL/IELTS official score report (if required)Interview

Thesis-based MBA

Calgary
2-year, full-time program
A program designed for those who possess an interest in pursuing an intensive, research-based program within the Haskayne School of Business.

  • Block weeks, day and evening classes and thesis
Duration2 years. The maximum completion time allowed for the program is five years.
IntakeFall
Cost
Application feeCA$125 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents and CA$145 for international students.
Admission RequirementsA four year undergraduate degree from a recognized institution with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 on our 4.0 scale from their last two years or last twenty half courses
Application ChecklistTwo letters of referenceResumeSpecial examination scores (GMAT and TOEFL)Statement of career learning goals

Accelerated MBA

Calgary
2-year, 1-year full-time program
Built specifically for graduates of a four-year business program from a recognized/accredited Canadian or U.S. post-secondary institution, the accelerated MBA option for Daytime MBA/Evening MBA saves participants up to 45 per cent in tuition cost, as well as significantly reduces their program length.

SpecializationGlobal Energy Management and Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Marketing, Project Management, Real Estate Studies
Cost for 2018/2019C$17,854 (Canadian & Permanent Residents)
C$31,689 (ternational Students)
Application feeCA$100 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents and CA$130 for international students.
Admission RequirementsA GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or higher in the last two years of a four year undergraduate business degree program from a recognized/accredited Canadian or U.S. post-secondary institutionAt least two years’ professional work experienceA score of 550 or higher in the GMAT exam
Application ChecklistOfficial transcripts are required from all post-secondary institutions attendedGMAT official score report (if required)TOEFL/IELTS official score report (if required)InterviewCurrent résuméReference contacts

Ranking

2021202020192018

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International Business #251 out of 601 in Global Ranking( #10 out of 26 in Canada 2021)


VISA & Work Study

VISA

  • The students need a study visa to study at designated learning institutions (DLI) in Canada.
  • A Study Visa is issued to students by Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and authorizes an individual to study at a designated learning institution in Canada for the duration of the program of study.
  • The Visa is usually valid for the length of the study program, plus an extra 90 days.
  • Students may also need a visitor visa or an electronic travel authorization (eTA).
  • At the time of VISA application, students need to provide various documents:
    • Letter of Acceptance from the University of Calgary 
    • Proof of Financial Support
    • Passport
    • Photograph
    • Medical examination
    • Biometrics

Work Study

Students with a valid Study Visa, enrolled full time are eligible to work on-campus and off-campus.

On-Campus: Students registered as full-time and have a valid Study Visa, may work on-campus 

  • There is no legal restriction on the number of hours to work on-campus, so long as the student remains a full-time student can work on-campus. 
  • Students may also work more than one job. 

Off-Campus: Students are enrolled full-time, have a valid study permit, and are in a program that leads to a UCalgary degree that takes longer than 6 months to complete, they may be eligible to work off-campus.

  • The graduate students can work 20 hours per week off-campus during regular academic sessions of Fall and Winter terms.
  • The undergraduate students can work 20 hours per week off-campus full-time during scheduled breaks. 

Work Permit: A work permit that allows international students to work full-time while still being enrolled full-time. They may only use this work permit to work full-time during their co-op/practicum term(s) in a work. 

Career and Placement after Course

Following are the Job opportunities in MBA are:

  • Project Manager
  • Business Development Executive
  • Product Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Analytics Manager
  • System Manager
  • Data Processing Manager
  • Business Analyst
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