This program features engaging, hands-on experiences that help you use your existing work experience and academic skillset to advance your career. Our redesigned MBA program’s first year prioritizes your needs. We’ve streamlined classes, coursework and schedules to offer an uncompromised education and a balanced workload. Our emphasis on experiential learning gives you more hands-on opportunities in real-world scenarios.
Get pre-assessedExclusive to our Full-time program, this 8 month long consulting project allows you to dive into an authentic business challenge. Working with industry leaders from local organizations to develop tangible solutions, you’ll sharpen your critical thinking skills and prepare for effective teamwork in diverse settings.
You’ll learn to cultivate your leadership capabilities during your time at DeGroote. We’ll help you maximize your impact on your career and community with our wrap-around leadership assessment and coaching. This helps you leverage your existing work experience, develop your skillsets and translate your abilities into tangible personal and professional growth.
Career aspirations are as unique as you are. With personalized career coaching and industry-specific guidance, you’ll quickly be propelled towards a target role in your chosen industry. You’ll have opportunities to expand your professional network with our connections to hiring managers, talent acquisition specialists and recruiters. You’ll be supported every step of the way with resume reviews, mock interviews and personal attention that helps you stand out.
In addition to summer internship opportunities, Full-Time MBA students will be offered paid part-time employment in the McLean Centre for Collaborative Discovery, DeGroote’s new building on the McMaster University campus, once they receive their offer of admission.
Our next MBA cohort starts in September. Start your journey today by getting pre-assessed.
20 months, including an optional 4-month paid summer internship
Ideal for anyone with 1 to 7 years of work experience
Tuition is $47,800 for domestic students, $113,500 for international students.
“From the beginning, when I was deciding where to pursue my MBA program, I found a special bond with the DeGroote Community.”
Nicolas Jaramillo Martinez, MBA ‘23
Consultant, Advisory Services, KPMG
“I was surprised by the immense amount of opportunities one gets for self-development. From participating in Case Competitions to interacting with Industry Leaders at networking sessions, I enjoyed every step of my journey at DeGroote.”
Megha Tretha, MBA ‘21
Assistant Brand Manager, Dare Foods Limited
“The business knowledge and skills that I acquired during my MBA allow me to adapt faster to new environments as well as new company cultures. Graduating from a diverse MBA program helps me to know and learn more about different cultures and different working styles, and therefore I am well-prepared to work with coworkers from different backgrounds.”
Nhat Tan Hoang, MBA '18
Senior Analyst, Rogers Communication
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Once per semester in your first year, you’ll participate in a week-long immersive experience, allowing you to apply your newly acquired knowledge in practical scenarios developed with our faculty and employer partners.
Our Career and Professional Development team is here to help you. Through hosting company information sessions, mock interview nights and one-on-one coaching sessions, we ensure you are well prepared for the job market.
You can specialize in Business Analytics, Finance, Health Services Management, Strategic Business Valuation, Marketing, or pursue a General MBA.
We understand that the decision to pursue an MBA is a big one. Our team is here to answer any questions you may have. If you don’t see the answer you need below, please connect with us.
Yes, this is a full-time MBA program delivered at our Ron Joyce Centre campus in Burlington, Ontario.
Exclusive to our full-time program, this 8-month consulting project allows you to dive into an authentic business challenge. Working with industry leaders from local organizations to develop tangible solutions, you’ll sharpen your critical thinking skills and prepare for effective teamwork in diverse settings.
While you are not required to pursue an internship, students have the option to apply for work positions during the summer break.
Students in the MBA program have full access to the services and resources offered by the Career and Professional Development (CPD) team. These services include, but are not limited to, one-on-one counseling, resume and cover letter reviews, interview preparation and professional development activities and workshops. Each student in this program is assigned a dedicated relationship manager.
Students in our Full-Time MBA program currently average five years of work experience.
We encourage all applicants to consider a program based on their career goals and desired learning outcomes. If you’d like our recruitment team to recommend a program best suited to your profile, please complete a pre-assessment.
Students who opt to take MBA courses during the summer break, selecting from a limited number of courses, may be able to complete the program within 16 months. Please note that you will not be able to specialize if you choose to complete the program in 16 months.
Deciding on an MBA program is an important decision, and we’d like to help. Review our FAQs, connect with us at an upcoming event or reach out to our team directly.
