• Bachelor’s Degree with a B+ (75% average) from a recognized University
• A completed application form, with the non-refundable application  fee
• official transcripts for all previous post-secondary study
• a resume detailing employment experience, skills, community involvement, and interests
• a 500-800 word statement on the desire to enter the program
• three reference letters, preferably including one professional and one academic reference, each accompanied by a completed reference form
• Satisfactory scores on GMAT or GRE
• Satisfactory scores on the TOEFL/IELTS(for students whose native language is not English)
• Satisfactory performance in an interview
• For Canadian candidates who do not have an undergraduate degree:

Canadian candidates who do not have an undergraduate degree, and show potential for success in graduate-level study, may be admitted to the MBA in CED as non-traditional students. Extensive career and/or volunteer experience are expected. These candidates will be assessed individually in such areas as experience and performance in a number of education/training courses. Applicants must provide all documentation listed above and a 4-6 page essay outlining their desire to enter the program.

Reference letters must be originals, and sent directly by the referees. Only official transcripts sent by the Registrar of the issuing institution will be accepted. The Educational Testing Service must forward GMAT, GRE, and TOEFL/IELTS score reports. Photocopies of any of these documents will not be accepted. 

To submit your references or to learn more about CBU’s Master of Business Administration in Community Economic Development program, please email mba@cbu.ca.