A four-year undergraduate degree or its equivalent (from a recognized university) with an average of at least a B- (70-72%) in the last two years of study and:

1. At least three years of industry related experience including supervisory and managerial responsibility OR

2. At least three years of industry-related experience (without supervisory and managerial responsibility) and a GMAT (with a minimum score of 550-600).

Alternate admission may be offered to applicants with a three-year General degree, diploma and/or an acceptable professional designation AND having completed at least five years of relevant work experience.

Meeting minimum criteria for admission does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Limitations of funds, space, facilities or personnel may make it necessary for the University, at its discretion, to refuse admission to an otherwise qualified applicant.

MBA Online

The University of Guelph Master of Business Administration online program operates on a full cost recovery basis delivering a highly successful distance learning program that is a combination of online coursework and three on-site residential periods.

The MBA program offers fields in Food and Agribusiness Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management, and Sustainable Commerce, and requires completion of twelve courses and either a major research project or two additional courses.

Online courses are offered as eight-week modules that require approximately 20-25 hours of study per week. With access to the internet, you can study anywhere, anytime with the flexibility that enables you to balance family, career and study priorities.

The three on-site residential periods are held in Guelph, Ontario, Canada.

Participants complete nine core courses, which provide a foundation for graduate management education. These courses build and develop key managerial skills applicable in the private and public sectors of the economy. The core program is specifically geared to today’s manager- leader, team player, decision maker and coach:

The major research project is comprised of developing a research proposal, researching an applied management problem and requires data collection, analysis and the ability to link understanding of the problem with an appropriate body of literature.

Participants normally complete the MBA within two years. Courses are completed in sequence and each course is typically two months in length. Students are expected to devote 20 to 25 study hours per week to participate in the program.

The MBA on-campus program is designed for people who wish to complete the MBA in one intensive year of study.

The MBA on-campus program also requires completion of twelve courses and a major research project or the program may be completed entirely by completing fourteen courses.

The courses are completed on campus at the University of Guelph. Participants complete required coursework in three consecutive semesters beginning in May and finishing with the capstone course the following May.