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Business Administration, International Student Pathway (MBA) - Co-op option

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Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration, Co-op Option
https://brocku.ca/goodman/programs/mba-isp/

Field(s) of Specialization

  • Accounting
  • Business Analytics
  • Finance
  • Human Resource Management
  • Marketing
  • Operations Management

Program Description

MBA (International Student Pathway) leads to the Master of Business Administration degree and offers international students the opportunity to gain a North American business education.

The MBA (ISP) program is a two-year, full-time program for students who do not meet the English language requirements of the traditional MBA program. The program is designed to help international students enhance their language abilities.

MBA (ISP) students attend an intensive four-week Business English and Skills Transition program that includes the development of language and soft skills required to perform in the context of the North American business and academic environment.

The MBA (ISP) provides students with a broad integrated background in management and functional areas of business in terms one and two. During the third and fourth terms, students may choose to pursue more in-depth knowledge in Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing or Operations Management. The possibility exists that a specialization may not be offered in any given year if there is insufficient student interest. The specializations are designed to incorporate knowledge related to professional designation programs such as: Chartered Professional Accounts (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP).

A co-op work term allows students to apply their knowledge to private and public business settings and to develop professional skills. The work experience, along with valuable networking contacts, makes a difference to students when preparing to enter the competitive career market.

Graduates of the MBA (ISP) will receive a degree stating “Master of Business Administration”.

Admission Requirements

Successful completion of four year Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in any discipline with an average of not less than 75% (mid-B). Although not necessary, professional work experience is a valuable asset. Some introductory knowledge of statistics and economics is recommended, but not required.

Proof of English language proficiency will be required from all applicants. The minimum required score for entry is 88 on the TOEFL iBT (with minimum score of 21 on Speaking and 21 on Writing), 6.5 on the IELTS (no section under 6.0), or equivalent. For a full listing of accepted tests, see the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs English Language Proficiency webpage.

While each of these admission requirement components is important, an applicant’s entire profile of academic and professional achievement will be evaluated. Strengths in one or more areas may compensate for weakness in another.

The Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) is not required for entry into the MBA (ISP) program. The achievement of a high GMAT, however, will reflect positively on an applicant’s application.

The MBA (ISP) is a full-time program. Part-time study is not available.

The Graduate Admissions Committee will review all applications and recommend admission for a limited number of candidates.

Degree Requirements

Business English and Skills Transition (BEST) Program

All students entering the MBA (ISP) must complete a non-credit Business English and Skills Transition (BEST) program with satisfactory standing (70%) in all courses. Students who do not achieve satisfactory standing may be withdrawn from the MBA (ISP) by the Associate Dean, Graduate Programs and Research in consultation with the MBA Committee. The BEST program takes place over four weeks in August of each year. The objective of this program is to prepare students for graduate studies in Canada and enable development of English language skills in a business context, prior to proceeding to the graduate courses. The program utilizes real world examples from the North American business and academic environment.

Successful completion of the following courses is required:

Required Courses

In addition to the Business English and Skills Transition program, a total of twenty half-credit courses are required to complete degree requirements (with the exception of the Accounting specialization which requires twenty-four half-credit courses.)

The program consists of the following fourteen required half-credit courses, as well as six half-credit electives.

Specialization Requirements and Elective Options

Students may pursue a general program or complete the requirements of one of the specializations: Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing or Operations Management. At least five of the relevant specialization courses must be completed in order to satisfy the specialization requirement, with the exception of the Accounting specialization that requires all ten of the Accounting specialization courses. The specialization requirements are listed in the MBA Specialization section below.

The program is completed over four terms; the Accounting specialization over five terms.

Note: Students may choose to replace up to three of the specialization courses with MBAB 5P91 , MBAB 5P92 , MBAB 5P93  and/or MBAB 5F91 . Permission of the Graduate Programs Office is required.

General Program

Students not selecting one of the specializations described below will be permitted to design a program which suits their needs and draws upon the specialized courses offered by the Goodman School of Business and, in some cases, other departments/programs or faculties. In addition to the required courses, students in the General program will select an additional six half-credit courses from any of the specialization and elective courses. For a full list of graduate course offerings by subject area, please refer to the Courses  tab in the navigation menu.

Students with an undergraduate degree in Business, who wish to continue a previous specialization, will develop a program plan in consultation with the Associate Dean. A research project (normally one half-credit) may be expanded to three half-credits in place of course work where the course work would substantially duplicate material already completed in the student’s undergraduate program.

Accounting

The accounting specialization is designed for students seeking a broad based accounting background. Students completing this specialization will earn significant advanced standing towards the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation.

In addition to the required courses, this specialization requires a minimum of ten half-credit courses:

Business Analytics

The business analytics specialization is designed to provide students with knowledge in logical, analytical, and critical thinking and prepare them for analysis and decision-making positions in a variety of industries and fast-growing professions.

In addition to the required courses, this specialization requires a minimum of five half-credit courses:

and any two of the following:

Finance

The finance specialization is designed for students seeking a focus in investment management. This specialization is largely focused on the body of knowledge required for the CFA program. Students are encouraged to enroll concurrently in the CFA Level I exam.

In addition to the required courses, students pursuing a Finance specialization must take five of the following:

Human Resource Management

The human resource management specialization is designed to provide students with a strong foundation of knowledge in the theory and practice of human resource management. Further expertise is developed through courses in specific specialty areas of human resource management and industrial relations. This program is designed to provide students with the majority of the course work necessary to sit the required National Knowledge Exam (NKE) as specified by Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) and Canadian Council of Human Resources Associations (CCHRA) to acquire the CHRP designation. (*MBAB 5P58  is not a course required towards the CHRP designation.)

In addition to the required courses, this specialization requires a minimum of five half-credit courses selected from:

Marketing

The marketing specialization is designed to provide students with an integrated managerial approach that applies theoretical principles of marketing to practical, real world problems. Emphasis is placed on issues that relate to marketing in the global business world.

In addition to the required courses, this specialization requires a minimum of five half-credit courses selected from:

plus an additional two Marketing electives from the following:

Operations Management

The Operations Management specialization is designed to provide students with the knowledge, tools, and skills required to run the operations of a business; that is, the portion of the business that creates value for the customer by designing, producing and delivering goods and services. The program covers many of the topics required for various certifications, including: Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified in Logistics, Transportation & Distribution (CLTD), Project Management Professional (PMP), and Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB).

In addition to the required courses, students pursuing an Operations Management specialization must take at least five of the following courses:

Additional Requirements for Co-op Option

The co-op option is available to all full-time MBA students.

Admission to the co-op option is on a competitive basis. Students may be admitted to the co-op option at the time of admission or following the first term of MBA courses. Co-op students must maintain a 75% overall average and achieve sufficient English language proficiency. Admission to the co-op option is on the basis of marks, a review of a personal resume; and employer availability. An interview may be required.

Co-op students complete MBAB 5N90 , that includes lectures, presentations and industry specific information, for two hours each week prior to the first co-op work term (MBAB 5N11 ). Attendance is mandatory. MBA students will complete year one of their program prior to the co-op work term. Students undertaking a co-op work term are not permitted to enroll in additional courses within that term.

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