About the course

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Vancouver Island University (VIU) inspires learners to become professionals able to navigate and meet the challenges of an increasingly complex, digital, interconnected world. With a focus on building the leader of tomorrow, the VIU MBA program is among the most technologically integrated programs in Canada, with data analytics embedded in research courses and four dedicated, technology-focused courses. This approach allows our students to graduate with specialized expertise on how the digital and technological landscape is driving everything from organizational behaviour to industry, exploring phenomena like surveillance capitalism and digital media management.

　　MBA students are supported by career coaching throughout the program, and work with industry mentors during an internship where they apply their learning to a business project with the full support of experienced, dedicated program faculty.

　　As a VIU MBA graduate, you will launch your career with the essential disciplinary knowledge, growth mindset and creative and foundational thinking that will make you a confident leader in the broader global business community. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 20 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Nanaimo
Fall (September), 2024	Nanaimo
Spring (January), 2025	Nanaimo
Spring (January), 2026	Nanaimo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Vancouver Island University

University Bachelor degree from a business or non-business discipline.

　　A minimum “B” average in last two years of undergraduate degree.

　　Letter of introduction explaining how the MBA will contribute to career plans.

　　A résumé describing education, work and volunteer experience.

　　Two letters of recommendation from past employers or professors.

　　One year minimum of work experience is required.

　　No GMAT (entrance examination) score required.

　　IELTS - 7.0 (no band below 6.5), TOEFL iBT - 93 (no band below 20)

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 93.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Vancouver Island University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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