McGill MBA
Master of Business Administration
Realize your potential. Become a global leader of tomorrow.
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Start Date:
August 2025
Duration:
12, 16 or 20 months
Applications are closed
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Location:
Montreal, Canada
Tomorrow's management emphasizes agility and adaptability, shifting from rigid hierarchies to flexible structures that drive success.
The McGill Master of Business Administration (MBA) program equips you with leadership, analytical and strategic skills to thrive in today’s fast-paced global business environments. Experience 360° learning, drive innovation and make an impact with our curriculum designed for the real-world.
The McGill MBA focuses on applied and experiential learning in business management, fostering innovation by addressing evolving industry challenges and promoting creative solutions. Recognizing the importance of sustainability, we have woven these critical issues into our core courses, from accounting to operations, ensuring students gain a well-rounded, responsible business perspective. Through interactive lectures and case studies that form the foundation of our curriculum, we aim to deliver an exceptional learning experience for the next generation of changemakers.
You can choose between a 48-credit and a 54-credit program. The 48-credit option is designed to be completed in 12 months, while the 54-credit option can be completed in 20 months, with an option to accelerate to 16 months. The main difference between the programs lies in the duration of the internship rather than classroom time, allowing flexibility for students to tailor their experience.
Dynamic Leadership
Lead with impact through cutting-edge training and ethical, empathetic leadership.
Global Perspective
Gain a competitive edge with global insights and hands-on international experience through a 360° learning approach.
Strategic Insights
Drive growth with bold strategies, blending research, real-world skills, and career support for success.
Curriculum for real-world impact
Focused on leadership, innovative strategies, sustainability and real-world applications, the McGill MBA equips you to tackle today’s complex business challenges. You’ll gain cutting-edge management skills and strategic insights to excel across industries and make a lasting impact.
Learning beyond the classroom
The McGill MBA’s Experiential Learning Block transforms classroom knowledge into real-world skills. Through international study trips, exchanges, internships, and faculty-guided practicums, you’ll gain hands-on experience that prepares you to excel in a global business environment.
Top 5 reasons to join the MBA
- McGill Desautels is a globally reputable institution
- Gain a worldly perspective
- Real consulting projects
- Strong industry connections
- International mobility
# 1 MBA
in North America
#1 in North America for international mobility*
Is the McGill MBA program right for me?
The McGill Full-Time MBA program is designed for the early to mid-career student who aims to move to a higher rung of leadership within their organization and who seek to leverage their MBA to blaze a new career path or become a future entrepreneur.
Key features of the MBA
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Curriculum covering: Managerial Economics, Operations Management, Organizational Strategy, Information Systems, Marketing Management and more.
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Diverse collaborative environment.
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Access to global alumni network, faculty and Industry partners.
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Career coaches to guide you through your journey.
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Choice of program length from 12, 16, or 20-month options.
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Customize your specialization.
Upon completion, you will gain
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A master's degree of management in business administration (MBA).
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Practical work experience through hands-on learning.
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Leadership skills with the ability to make informed decisions, drive organizational success, and earn recognition.
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A globally recognized degree from McGill University.
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Careers that await
McGill MBA graduates secure diverse roles across industries, from consulting and product management to finance and entrepreneurship. Many join top companies like Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, ABB, CAE, and various multinationals and tech startups.
- Consultant (Management, Strategy, or Financial)
- Chief Operating Officer (COO) or other executive roles
- Investment Analyst/Banker
- Product Manager
- Marketing Director
- Financial Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
I came to McGill Desautels for my MBA and to invest in my future, and it’s paying off.
Mehreen Haider (Pakistan), MBA’19
Executive Manager
Structured Credit Solutions and Financial Institutions
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
A McGill MBA helped me achieve fluency in strategy, finance, analytics, sustainability and more.
Justin Park (USA,) MBA’18
Senior Manager
Sales Operations
FLO EV Charging
Typical MBA class profile
A globally diverse group, bringing together students from various nations and academic disciplines.
Best student city
Montreal is the best student city in the Americas in the 2025 QS Best Student Cities ranking, owing to its rich cultural diversity and high quality of life.
Design Thinking 101
Tune into this MMI podcast with Jared Lee (MBA’18), hosted by MBA student Shree Krupa Krishna Prasad, to delve deeper into design thinking.
McGill MBA Quebec Resident Waiver
McGill Full-Time MBA Quebec Resident Waivers offered by McGill Desautels are available, covering up to 75% of current tuition. To be considered a Quebec resident, students must meet all the criteria of one of the 14 situations outlined by the Quebec Government. MBA/Law program and the McGill-HEC Montréal EMBA program are exempted from this waiver.
In a rapidly changing business environment, traditional education methods simply won't cut it. The McGill MBA program is anything but conventional; it’s designed for students with diverse backgrounds, skillsets, and future aspirations. We recognize that employers seek essential skills, like AI, fintech, data analysis, and design thinking. Our flexible specializations and 360 learning empower students to tailor their education, ensuring they gain the competitive edge needed to navigate and lead in the evolving business landscape.
