Develop your leadership potential in the growing and changing world markets for agrology, agribusiness and food industries. The MBA/MAg of Agriculture combined degree at the University of Alberta is designed for individuals interested in pursuing an advanced degree in agriculture with a strong management focus.
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Overview
Trends in the agriculture and food sectors show an increased demand for leaders with diverse skills and knowledge of both the management and technical aspects of the industry. The degree offers opportunities to pursue your interest and goals in agronomy, agribusiness, food industries, environmental conservation sciences, or environmental planning.
The Alberta School of Business in partnership with the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences offers the MBA/MAg MBA/MAg of Agriculture combined degree at the University of Alberta that can be completed full-time in two years or on a part-time basis in up to six years. This unique program allows individuals with an undergraduate degree and several years of professional work experience the opportunity to combine management courses with advanced studies in agriculture, environment or food related fields.
The Program
In Year One students study the key areas of business: accounting, economics, finance, management science, marketing, strategy and organizational behaviour and have the option to begin coursework in agriculture. In Year Two students further their knowledge in agriculture-related fields and select several electives from both the Alberta School of Business and the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences.
Programme Structure
Courses included:- Business Skills Orientation
- Career Management Skills
- Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility
- Business Practicum
- Strategic Supply Chain Management
- MBA International Study Tour
- Special Projects Course
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 24 months
- Average part-time duration 72 months
- Credits 60 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 3
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
Admission Criteria
In assessing a candidate's academic and professional qualifications, the following criteria are used:
- Recognized undergraduate degree with GPA of at least 3.0 (see international GPA equivalents)
- Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score
- English Language Proficiency for Non-native English speakers (see exemptions)
- Professional work experience
- Statement of Intent letter
- Two letters of reference
- Admissions interviews
Tuition Fee
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5575 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5575 CAD per year and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Edmonton
- 1201 - 2000 CAD/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
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