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    Business Administration (MBA)

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    Hamilton, CAMBAIn-person20 months
    CA$107,300.00
    Tuition
    over 20mo
    63%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    156
    Cohort
    students
    66
    Credits
    CA$150.00
    App fee

    Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University is a 66-credit, 20-month, in-person MBA program based in Hamilton, CA. Tuition is CA$107,300.

    About the program

    The program offers hands-on experiences including an industry consulting project, leadership coaching, career coaching, and paid part-time employment to advance careers through experiential learning in business administration.

    Focus: coursework
    151-200 (QS) | QS Full-time MBA Rankings - Canada: =9
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 3 years PGWP (Canada)

    $85,969.00
    Avg starting salary
    $12,260.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University is CA$107,300 across 66 required credits.
    Is Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University online or in-person?
    Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University is offered in-person.
    How long does Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University take to complete?
    Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University is structured around 20 months and 66 credits.
    What GPA is required for Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 8.0/12 or B average (75%)
    How competitive is Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University?
    Business Administration (MBA) at McMaster University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 63%.