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

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

68

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

Agriculture View 15 other Masters in Agriculture in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

7

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PTE Academic

68

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

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

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

10018 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10018 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

4827 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4827 CAD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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