Top Universities for an MBA in Canada

Canada has some exceptional MBA programs. While each region offers programs at respected schools, those that are ranked competitively with the most prestigious business schools in the world are all located in Ontario. If you don't want to, or are unable to, relocate to Ontario for one or two years, some distance learning alternatives are available for your consideration.
  1. University of Toronto (Rotman School of Management)

    • Located in the heart of the University of Toronto's downtown campus, the Rotman School of Management offers a traditional two-year MBA, a part-time three-year MBA with courses either before or after normal business hours, one-year EMBA program, and joint degrees in association with either law (JD/MBA) or applied sciences and engineering (BSc/MBA). In 2008 the "Financial Times" rated Rotman No. 1 in Canada for MBAs, placing it 20th in North America and 40th worldwide. In the same year, the school was rated No. 8 in the "Business Week" ranking of non-U.S. MBA programs. In 2010 admission required a recognized degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0, two years of full-time work experience and successful completion of the GMAT.

      Rotman School of Management
      University of Toronto
      105 St. George St.
      Toronto, Ontario M5S 3E6
      Canada
      416-978-3499
      rotman.utoronto.ca

    University of Western Ontario (Richard Ivey School of Business)

    • The Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario is in London, Ontario. In 2008 it was ranked No. 4 on the "Business Week" list of top non-U.S. MBA programs. The one-year MBA program emphasizes case studies and group work and incorporates learning opportunities with real businesses. In the middle of the year, students have the option to take an international study trip to either India or China. A joint JD/MBA degree is available in cooperation with the Faculty of Law. In 2010 admission required at least two years of relevant work experience, a recognized degree with a GPA of at least 3.0, and a GMAT score of at least 600.

      Richard Ivey School of Business
      The University of Western Ontario
      1151 Richmond St. N
      London, Ontario N6A 3K7
      Canada
      519-661-3206
      ivey.uwo.ca

    York University (Schulich School of Business)

    • The Schulich School of Business at York University is in north Toronto, on the main university campus. A secondary campus for MBA students is in downtown Toronto's business district. The school ranked sixth in the "Forbes" 2009 ranking of top non-U.S. MBA programs and 49th worldwide in the 2009 rankings published by "The Financial Times." The school offers three programs: a two-year MBA that includes a real-world consulting project, a single-year EMBA in partnership with the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University in Chicago, or an international MBA (IMBA). The IMBA consists of a 20-month curriculum that adds international business courses, advanced study of a second language and an understanding of two global trading regions. A JD/MBA is offered in conjunction with the Faculty of Law at Osgoode Hall. In 2010 admission to Schulich required a recognized degree, at least two years of relevant work experience and a satisfactory GMAT score. To enter the IMBA program students must also demonstrate advanced proficiency in a second language that is applicable to your proposed region of specialization.

      Schulich School of Business
      York University
      4700 Keele St.
      Toronto, ON M3J 1P3
      Canada
      416-736-5486
      schulich.yorku.ca

    Queen's University

    • Situated in Kingston, at one of Canada's most prestigious universities, the Queen's School of Business was the top-ranked institution in the 2008 "Business Week" list of top non-U.S. MBA programs. Queen's offers a full-time 12-month MBA with a curriculum that can be tailored. If a student already has an undergraduate degree in business, he can enroll in the accelerated 12-month MBA program, which features a course load and schedule designed for working students. Queen's University also offers two EMBA programs through distance learning. The standard EMBA has a 15-month curriculum, while the Cornell-Queen's EMBA allows you to earn an MBA from Queen's and from Cornell University over 18 months. Admission in 2010 required a recognized degree, a minimum of two years work experience, and a GMAT score of at least 600 or a GRE score (in Qualitative Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning) of at least 650. In addition you must submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter that summarizes your reasons for applying to the EMBA and details your career accomplishments and responsibilities.

      Queen's University
      Queen's School of Business
      143 Union St.
      Kingston, Ontario K7L 3N6
      Canada
      613-533-2302
      queensmba.com

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