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Master of Business Administration in Community Economic Development

Earn an innovative MBA while you work. Offered part-time, on alternate weekends in Warman, the Masters of Business Administration in Community Economic Development is a professional program that provides advanced skills in business, leadership, development and international management. Areas of specialization include strategic leadership, first nations peace-building, international business and public administration.

Full-time/Part-time:
Part-time
Length:
2 years (alternate weekends)
Location:
Warman
Intake Dates:

Current program began February 26, 2016. Next intake date: January 2018.

Approximate Tuition:
Set by CBU
Credential:
Master in business administration
Credit Granting Institute:
Cape Breton University – Shannon School of Business
More Info:
MBA_CED Information Booklet 1 MB
SREDA Indigenous Economic Development Scholarship 210 KB

Earn Your MBA While You Work

Cape Breton University’s MBA in Community Economic Development (CED) is the only MBA program in the Americas that aims to deliver advanced business knowledge and skills in the context of the community and the world. The MBA in CED offers a leading edge curriculum that includes all business subjects found in traditional MBA programs, and it also covers economic development, leadership, governance, and management of change.

This program is designed for learners who aspire to play leadership roles in the public sector, in Third Sector organizations, and in community-minded businesses. The MBA in CED aims to develop a new generation of leaders who have strong business management capabilities, well developed collaborative and interpersonal skills, and deep knowledge of accountability, social responsibility, and development issues and practices. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to make a difference in leading organizations in an increasingly global community and economy.

The 22-month program in Saskatchewan started in February 2016 at Great Plains College, Warman Campus. It will be held on alternate weekends and courses may be offered through video conferencing as well to minimize travel. The program consists of 13 core courses, 2 elective courses and a major research essay (70-90 pages). If students miss a course, they have the option of travelling to Cape Breton for a two-week period in July in order to complete.

The program also has a Prior Learning Assessment process in place which provides credit for prior courses combined with work experience. Most BBA or BComm graduates qualify for four course transfer credits and most experienced students qualify for a waiver on the GMAT entry exam.

For more information: attend one of the upcoming information sessions January 9-10, or visit Cape Breton University’s MBA in Community Economic Development

 

Entrance Requirements

Standard admission: Bachelor’s degree required and standard GMAT score

Non Traditional admission:  Candidates who completed their secondary studies in Canada but do not have an undergraduate degree,  can be accepted into the Cape Breton University MBA in CED if they have extensive experience and show potential for success in graduate studies.

Standard admission requirements:

  • Completed application form with application fee
  • Official transcripts from all previous college and university studies
  • Resume detailing employment experiences, skills, community involvement and interests
  • 500-800 word statement on desire to enter the program
  • Three references
  • Satisfactory scores on the GMAT (may be waived if applicant’s secondary and post secondary studies were completed in Canada with a B+ average, has extensive managerial experience or has completed a quantitative course with a grade of B)
  • Satisfactory scores on the TOEFL/IELTS, for applicants whose first language is not English

Non-Traditional admission requirements:

  • Completed application form with application fee
  • Extensive managerial experience
  • Diploma or equivalent academic credential
  • Official transcripts of completed undergraduate courses
  • Resume detailing employment experience, skills, community interests
  • Three references
  • 4-6 page essay outlining involvement in an initiative, philosophy of management or community involvement, participant’s learning needs and what can be offered to other students
  • Satisfactory scores on the GMAT (may be waived if applicant’s secondary and post-secondary studies were completed in Canada with a B+ average,  has extensive managerial experience or has completed a quantitative course with a  grade of B)
  • Satisfactory scores on the TOEFL/IELTS, for applicants whose first language is not English
  • Satisfactory performance in an interview.

Application Process

Telephone – (902) 563-1981
Email – Cape Breton University

Scholarship Eligible

The Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority (SREDA), Saskatchewan First Nations Economic Development Network (SFNEDN) and Great Plains College are proud to offer a new scholarship for indigenous students: the SREDA Indigenous Economic Development Scholarship (SIEDS).

Students who qualify for this annual scholarship can receive up to $5,000 toward their education in the Master of Business Administration in Community Economic Development program in their first or second year of study. SREDA has invested a total of $10,000 to be spread across four academic years. The Government of Saskatchewan has matched this investment to total $20,000 as part of their Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunity Scholarship funding.

The deadline to apply is November 30, 2017. Download the application here.

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Telephone – (902) 563-1981
Email – barrie_riome@cbu.ca

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