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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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Business & Community Development
- Organizational Behaviour
- Economic Geography
- Leadership Training
- Comparative Development
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Off Campus:
July (Summer)– June 1
September (Fall) – August 1
January (Winter) – December 1
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Sydney, Canada
Disciplines
Economics Community Development View 18 other Masters in Community Development in CanadaExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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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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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents25464 CAD / year≈ 25464 CAD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents15405 CAD / year≈ 15405 CAD / year
Additional Details
NS Studens $27,907
Living costs
Sydney
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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