York University - Schulich School of Business

MBA

Ranked #1 in Canada by The Economist, Forbes & CNN Expansion, the Schulich School of Business offers Canada’s preeminent MBA Program. The Schulich MBA is ranked in the top 25 in the world for careers in Finance, Marketing and Operations Management by QS TopMBA. Flexible study options allow you to switch between full- and part-time enrolment, take classes uptown at the Keele campus or at our satellite campus in downtown Toronto. Accelerate your MBA and complete the program in as little as eight months with advanced standing.

The Schulich MBA will equip you with the specialized knowledge and leadership skills you need to gain a competitive advantage. Hone your skills in your field of interest through our extensive selection of 17 areas of specialization in management functions, industry sectors and special business issues including:

• Accounting
• Arts, Media and Entertainment Management
• Business Consulting
• Business and Sustainability
• Digital Transformation
• Entrepreneurial Studies
• Finance
• Financial Risk Management
• Global Mining Management
• Global Retail Management
• Health Industry Management
• Leading Equity, Diversity & Inclusivity (EDI)
• Marketing
• Operations Management and Information Systems
• Organization Studies
• Real Estate and Infrastructure
• Strategic Management

Combine classroom learning of fundamental and advanced management concepts with real world experience, including a two-term Strategic Consulting Project where you work with clients on real business problems and solutions.

Kellogg-Schulich Executive MBA

Ranked #1 in Canada by the Financial Times and The Economist, the Kellogg-Schulich Executive MBA at the Schulich School of Business in Toronto is a partner in the Kellogg School of Management's global network of EMBA programs. With world-class connections and over 40 specialized elective courses, the Kellogg-Schulich EMBA gives you the opportunity to personalize your learning experience while leveraging diverse perspectives from business leaders around the world.

As an 18-month program with classes every third weekend, the class schedule minimizes time away from work and maximizes in-class and study team learning. The overall format of the Kellogg-Schulich EMBA is flexible, balanced and designed to accommodate your career development and personal goals. The program begins in January and ends in June of the following year.

York University is a modern, multi-campus, university located in Toronto, Ontario. It is the third largest university in Canada. Backed by a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners, we bring a uniquely global perspective to help solve societal challenges, drive positive change and prepare our students for success. York’s campuses in Costa Rica and India offer students exceptional transnational learning opportunities and innovative programs. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet, and our future. 

Global, innovative and diverse, the Schulich School of Business offers business programs year-round at its state-of-the-art complex at York University; at its Miles S. Nadal Management Centre located in the heart of the Toronto’s financial district; and at its campus in Hyderabad, India. Schulich offers undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate business degrees that lead to rewarding careers in the private, public and non-profit sectors, and has more than 32,000 alumni working in over 90 countries. A world leader in the field of Business and Sustainability, the School pioneered Canada’s International BBA degree, as well as North America’s first ever cross-border Executive MBA degree, the Kellogg-Schulich Executive MBA. The School has one of the largest portfolios of Specialized Masters programs of any business school in North America with a choice of eight full-time 12-month programs. The Career Development Centre (CDC) offers a wealth of innovative programs and resources to help students launch their ideal career path and facilitate future employment opportunities.

Schulich faculty are the lifeblood of Schulich’s research program, and the areas of their research are diverse. Many of our faculty have achieved world acclaim through their research and student acclaim with the quality of their teaching and ability to inspire. In the MBA program, faculty include a mix of academics and industry professionals.

MBA Requirement Checklist

Schulich conducts a holistic evaluation of applications, however students should meet the minimum requirements below to be qualified to apply to the MBA program.

1. An undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with a minimum B average in the last two full years (or equivalent) of academic work.
2. Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
3. Minimum two years full-time post-graduation work experience
4. Completion of the online application which requires:
   • Essays (2 written, 1 timed written, 2 video)
   • An up-to-date resume
   • Two professional references
5.  Proof of English language proficiency if studies were not completed in English.

Applicants who have completed at least two years of full-time study at an accredited university in a country (or institution) where English is the official language of instruction are not required to submit an English proficiency test.

For more information, please see our Application Tips.

EMBA Admission Requirements

The Kellogg-Schulich Executive MBA Program is designed for working professionals. As a result, to be considered for admission to the program, candidates should be fully employed at the time of application and are expected to be employed throughout the program. Additionally, candidates should have outstanding promise and leadership potential, at least eight years work experience with substantive management experience and possess the Canadian equivalent of a university Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Management experience could include executive, functional and/or project management experience. Successful entrepreneurs are also encouraged to apply. All candidates are personally interviewed. Please see the Application Guide for full details of the application process.

MBA Application Procedure

EMBA Pre-Assessment

In this private, one-on-one meeting, we will discuss your eligibility for the Kellogg-Schulich Executive MBA Program as well as how the program might meet your personal or professional goals.

MBA Program Fees

Note that the average completion time for the full-time MBA program is four terms. A term is equivalent to one semester (12 weeks). The full-time Accelerated MBA may be completed in two terms. Fees below are based on the 2020-2021 fee framework, and are subject to change.

Estimated Program Total Domestic - $72,350 CAD

Estimated Program Total International - $106,900 CAD

EMBA Tuition Fees

The program fee for the 2021-2022 class is $110,192† CAD (Domestic) and $127,333.52† CAD (International). This fee is payable in instalments and includes: tuition; books and course materials; organized meals during class weekends at the Schulich School; organized meals and accommodation during the residential Schulich Live-in Week; organized meals and accommodation for the required off-site modules. These off-site modules are the following: the Kellogg Live-in Weeks; a Global Strategy Project trip and the Kellogg Electives Module. Students have the opportunity to personalize the program for their individual career objectives by attending a Global Electives Module at a partner school location. Please consult the Application Guide for full details on the program fees.

†Plus mandatory supplementary fee of $1,349.13 CAD. This fee is updated and charged per academic year.

Schulich students have access to scholarships and awards which recognize excellence through academic achievement and extracurricular involvement in the School and/or wider community. Scholarships are available for both domestic and international students in the MBA program. International student awards are merit based and competitive. Students also have access to loan programs to help with financing the program.

Toronto is one of the most dynamic financial sectors on the planet and a global hub for design, technology and new media. Ranked in the top 10 most livable cities in the world, by the Economist Intelligence Unit, Toronto is a thriving, diverse place to live and pursue your interests - both personal and professional.

Schulich brings you a world of opportunity to grow your aptitudes and passions alongside students from an array of different backgrounds and global regions. Build lasting memories as you participate in clubs, case competitions (we are the current MBA Games Champions), conferences and more.

Extend your education far beyond the classroom. At Schulich we offer the unique chance to explore and experience different parts of the world through academic exchanges, study tours and international conferences.

At Schulich, you’ll expand your network with applied learning from international faculty and exclusive opportunities to meet industry leaders from finance, marketing, real estate, supply chain, mining, healthcare and more. The relationships you build will shape your success at Schulich and well beyond.