Overview

The Community Economic Development programme from Cape Breton University offers a leading edge curriculum that includes all business subjects found in traditional MBA programs, with an emphasis on economic development, leadership, governance and management of change.

Key facts

There are many MBA programmes around the globe. However, the program found at Cape Breton University is the only one in Canada that includes community economic development at its core.

It’s for people who want to make a difference where they live and work.

Here, we teach the lessons that inspire students to make a positive change wherever they go.

The MBA in Community Economic Development has been offered by the Shannon School of Business at CBU since 1997.

What skills will I gain from this program?

Advanced analytical and strategy skills

Advanced interpersonal and communication skills

Advanced research skills

Application of an international perspective to risks and opportunities in managerial decisions

Integrated knowledge through interdisciplinary approaches

Management of change, growth, and new opportunities

Strategic leadership

Understanding of the role of business and community in affecting the economy, quality of life, health, and the environment

Understanding of community economic development and business

Possible Career Paths

General Management

Executive Director

Policy Analyst

Consulting

Accreditation

The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)

The Association of Atlantic Universities (AAU)

The Council of Nova Scotia University Presidents (CONSUP)

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business & Community Development

Organizational Behaviour

Economic Geography

Leadership Training

Comparative Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

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Off Campus:

July (Summer)– June 1

September (Fall) – August 1

January (Winter) – December 1

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Canada

Disciplines

Economics Community Development View 18 other Masters in Community Development in Canada

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Academic requirements

GMAT

500

English requirements

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120

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80

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with a B+ (75% average) from a recognized university

a completed online application form, with a non-refundable application fee

official transcripts for all previous post-secondary study

a resume detailing employment experience, skills, community involvement and interests

a two-page statement (approximately 500-800 words) outlining your background and interests, and why you are interested in joining the CBU MBA program – what it will do for your career, your organization, and/or your community

three reference letters, preferably including one professional and one academic

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25464 CAD / year

≈ 25464 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

15405 CAD / year

≈ 15405 CAD / year

Additional Details

NS Studens $27,907

Living costs

Sydney

Canada

1080 - 1710 CAD / month

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Funding

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What skills will I gain from this program?

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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English requirements

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