Overview

The Master of Business Administration at Athabasca University provides experienced professionals with the advanced leadership and management skills required to excel in diverse global sectors. This comprehensive programme integrates academic theory with practical business applications, allowing students to utilise their own professional scenarios as active case studies. By focusing on strategic decision-making and critical thinking, the curriculum ensures that learners can make an immediate and measurable impact within their respective organisations.

Why Master of Business Administration at Athabasca University?

Athabasca University is a pioneer in digital education, having launched the world’s first fully interactive online MBA. The Faculty of Business holds prestigious AACSB accreditation, placing it among the top 6% of business schools globally. Students benefit from a high-quality learning environment that emphasises networking, online collaboration, and change management. The programme offers specialised routes for accountants, health leaders, and supply chain managers, ensuring the curriculum aligns with specific industry demands and professional designations.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 51857 per full
National fee: CAD 51857 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to provide a robust foundation in management followed by advanced specialisations. Modules may include:

Corporate Finance
Financial and Managerial Accounting
Human Resource Management
Information Technology Strategy
Managerial Economics and Quantitative Analysis
Ethical Decision Making
Marketing Management
Operations Management
Strategic Management

Careers with Master of Business Administration

Graduates are prepared for high-level executive and consultancy roles across various industries. The programme equips students with the credentials and expertise necessary to pursue senior leadership positions, including:

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Marketing Director
Change Management Consultant
Director of Business Development
Supply Chain Consultant
Risk Management Consultant
Business Intelligence Analyst

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Management

Human Resource Management

Financial and Managerial Accounting

Marketing Management

Operations Management

Corporate Finance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Athabasca, Canada

Disciplines

Business Administration Master in Business Administration (MBA) View 70 other Masters in Business Administration in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for an Athabasca University graduate program you must have an undergraduate degree. Doctorate programs require a master’s degree to qualify for admission.
Requirements for graduate programs vary and are listed on each program’s website. You can take some graduate courses without being admitted to the full program if you meet the non-program student requirements for said program. Requirements for graduate programs are listed on each program’s website.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20742 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

20742 CAD / year

≈ 20742 CAD / year

Additional Details

Total tuition costs:

2 online electives, 1 in-residence elective and an applied project: $50,828
5 online electives and 1 in-residence elective: $55,700

Funding

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