STUDYING IN CANADA

Your supportive and diverse classroom and extra-curricular experience means you will never feel isolated through your degree. According to a 2021 survey by the Canadian Bureau for International Education, 95% of international students in Canada said they were incredibly satisfied with their experience studying in the country. With a growing economy, the region provides ample opportunity to pursue your future career.

FINANCES

By investing in an MBA today, when you graduate, you will unlock doors not only to better career options, but to a higher salary. From scholarships, bursaries, and admissions awards to paid work opportunities, there are a number of ways to cover the costs of your MBA. Learn more about some of your financing options.

POST-GRADUATION

Upon completion of your Full-Time MBA or MBA with Co-op program you may be eligible to apply for a Canadian Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) which would be issued for the length of your program. This program allows students who have graduated from eligible Canadian designated learning institutions (DLIs) to obtain an open work permit to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

Students who have completed their program of study are allowed to work while they are waiting for a decision on their post-graduation work permit application.

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TOP THREE REASONS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CHOOSE CANADA

CBIE 2021 International Student Survey
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Safety

Canada has a reputation as a safe and stable country
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Education

Reputation and quality of the education system in Canada
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WELCOMING

Canadian society (generally) is tolerant and not discriminatory
Ahmad Malas, MBA '24

Coming to Canada and joining the DeGroote MBA has been transformative for me. Embracing the multicultural environment and seizing limitless opportunities has been instrumental in my personal and professional growth. So far, it has been a remarkable experience that has propelled me towards new heights and unlocked my potential.

Ahmad Malas | Beirut, Lebanon
MBA 2024

World-Class Rankings

Ranked 103 in the world and 4th in Canada, McMaster University offers a world-class education in one of the world’s safest countries.

A Dedicated Space

Located in Burlington, Ontario, the 90,000 square foot Ron Joyce Centre is Groote’s dedicated facility for MBA students and features state-of-the-art classrooms, meeting spaces and lecture facilities.

AACSB Accredited School

The DeGroote School of Business has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) since 2006.

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INTERNATIONAL MBA WELCOME WEEK

Incoming International MBA students will participate in International Welcome Week prior to starting the program, typically held during the last week of August. The MBA International Welcome Week combines informative and interactive sessions which aims to establish a sense of community for incoming MBA students who may be studying and/or living in Canada for their first time.

International students will then be better prepared to live, work, and experience life in Canada, so that their attention can be focused on succeeding in their program rather than acclimating to a new school, city, and country.

Solomon Semavor, MBA '22

Before joining DeGroote I was in Ghana, West Africa. Moving to a new country, the co-op terms offered was a perfect opportunity to blend studying and valuable work experience. Through the MBA, I have also built a professional network. The experience and education at DeGroote has prepared me for a career of a lifetime.”

Solomon Semavor, MBA ‘21 | Accra, Ghana
Risk Advisory Consultant, Deloitte

 

COST OF LIVING IN CANADA

International students considering pursuing their education in Canada can use EduCanada’s search tool to search and compare tuition and living costs for different college and university programs. Depending on where you choose to study, your costs will be different. To help prepare your budget, use the search tool to get cost estimates. Please note, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information showed and figures included should be used as an estimate of costs only.

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INCLUSIVE EXCELLENCE

At DeGroote, we aim to foster and promote a culture of equity, inclusivity, and respect that embraces and leverages the diversity of our communities in everything we do. By engaging with your diverse cohort, networking with our widerange of alumni and participating in student clubs, there are endless opportunities to find your community at DeGroote.

Learn more about our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

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