Online MBA Degree

Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University

Program Structure

Due to its intensive and challenging nature, this program is restricted to the most dedicated full-time students. Candidates who have been granted exemptions in either Faculty will be required to take substitute courses.

Students pursue their coursework across 4-5 years of classroom lecture, discussions, and practical sessions, exploring all aspects of advanced management and legal theory. Students enrolled in the McGill MBA program’s first year are eligible to apply for the Joint MBA/Law Program, those enrolled in the Faculty of Law may apply for the Joint Program during their second year.

The breakdown of these two options is:

Option A
Year 1: MBA Courses
Year 2: Law Courses
Year 3: Mixed Law and MBA Courses
Year 4: Mixed Law and MBA Courses

Option B
Year 1: Law Courses
Year 2: Law Courses (with option to take some MBA Courses)
Year 3: MBA Courses
Year 4: Mixed Law and MBA Courses
Year 5: Mixed Law and MBA Courses

Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University

The Desautels Faculty of Management prides itself in the diversity of our student body; many are career changers, international students, or other professionals developing their skill-set and abilities with advanced management education. We recognize the busy schedules these individuals maintain, and work hard to ensure that all prospective students can benefit from our world-class institution by offering a part time program option (see program timeline).

The part time MBA program is designed for students building careers while pursuing a degree. Their McGill experience is identical to that of full time students: they take the same courses and participate in the same activities. All Core courses, and many concentration electives, are offered during the weekday evening, from 18h–21h. Part time students may also take additional courses during the day with the option to complete the MBA full time at any time should their schedules allow, and entirely at their discretion. Overall, these active members of the business community provide a vital contribution to our program and a real connection to the working world for all students.

The maximum time allowable for completing the part time MBA is five years; many part time students typically complete the program in three to four years.
Program structure

Part time students are required to take all Core courses, 30 elective credits including a minimum of 15 in at least one concentration area and an internship/practicum. Part time students are eligible for international exchange.
Part time Study Option (51 credits)
Base Camp (as necessary) - not for credit
Core (15 credits)
Electives (30 credits) including a minimum of 15 in one concentration area
Internship/Practicum/International Exchange (6 credits)

Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University

The Desautels Faculty of Management welcomes highly qualified students who hold a Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration from a recognized North American university. These students may be eligible for a special program option within the MBA program, completing all degree requirements with 45 credits instead of the usual 51.

This Accelerated Study option allows motivated students with a solid foundation in management theory to move into their careers sooner with the full benefit of a McGill MBA
Admission requirements

Students with a North American BBA or BCom with a minimum CGPA of 3.2/4, a minimum GMAT score of 600 and at least 3 years of work experience are eligible to apply for the Accelerated Study option.
Program structure

Qualifying students are required to take all Core courses and an additional 30 credits of electives, they are not required to complete the internship/practicum. Part time students are eligible for international exchange.
Accelerated Study Option (45 credits)
1st semester - Core (15 credits)
2nd semester - Electives (15 credits)
3rd semester - Electives (15 credits)
Graduate December (16 months)