Degree
Completion of an Honours Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Work Experience
1 year of post-graduate work experience is required.
GPA
Recommended B average (equivalent to a McMaster 8.0 GPA out of 12) or higher.
GPA will be calculated using the two most recent years of undergraduate or graduate study, 20 courses, or the equivalent of 60 academic credits. A combination may be used and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
GRE or GMAT
The GMAT is required for application to the Full Time MBA.
For Fall 2023, a GMAT Waiver is being offered. To determine your eligibility, please complete this form.
If a GMAT Waiver is not awarded, your application will still be welcome and reviewed equally. Submission of one of the below tests will be required at the time of application.
In lieu of a GMAT, students may also submit:
- GRE
- MCAT
- CFA Level 2
We will also be providing support for students writing the GMAT or GRE including a practice test and information sessions on how to approach the exam. Stay tuned!
English Language Proficiency
Required for applicants:
- Whose previous degree was not completed with the language of instruction of English
- Who have been resident in an English-speaking country for less than four years
- Who have completed less than three years of full-time post-secondary education with English as the primary language of instruction, excluding ESL courses
Acceptable English Language Proficiency Tests:
- Academic IELTS (Overall score of 7)
- TOEFL (Overall score of 100)
References
Two (2) references are required.
Applicants are encouraged to seek one academic and one professional (current or former direct supervisor or manager) reference. If this is not possible, two academic or professional references are acceptable.
Kira Online Interview
Applicants are required to complete an online interview prior to submission of their application.
Applicants will receive the Kira interview link one (1) business day after starting their application and completing the Select Program section.
Professional Resume
A professional resume is required for application.
All applicants are encouraged to utilized the DeGroote School of Business MBA Resume template. Please complete all sections of the template to the best of your ability.
Degree
Completion of an Honours Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Work Experience
Although work experience is an asset, no post-graduate work experience is required.
GPA
Recommended B average (equivalent to a McMaster 8.0 GPA out of 12) or higher.
GPA will be calculated using the two most recent years of undergraduate or graduate study, 20 courses, or the equivalent of 60 academic credits. A combination may be used and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
GRE or GMAT
The GMAT is required for application to the Full Time MBA with Co-op.
For Fall 2023, a GMAT Waiver is being offered. To determine your eligibility, please complete this form.
If a GMAT Waiver is not awarded, your application will still be welcome and reviewed equally. Submission of one of the below tests will be required at the time of application.
In lieu of a GMAT, students may also submit:
- GRE
- MCAT
- CFA Level 2
We will also be providing support for students writing the GMAT or GRE including a practice test and information sessions on how to approach the exam. Stay tuned!
English Language Proficiency
Required for applicants:
- Whose previous degree was not completed with the language of instruction of English
- Who have been resident in an English-speaking country for less than four years
- Who have completed less than three years of full-time post-secondary education with English as the primary language of instruction, excluding ESL courses
Acceptable English Language Proficiency Tests:
- Academic IELTS (Overall score of 7)
- TOEFL (Overall score of 100)
References
Two (2) references are required.
Applicants are encouraged to seek one academic and one professional (current or former direct supervisor or manager) reference. If this is not possible, two academic or professional references are acceptable.
Kira Online Interview
Applicants are required to complete an online interview prior to submission of their application.
Applicants will receive the Kira interview link one (1) business day after starting their application and completing the Select Program section.
Full-Time MBA with Co-op applicants may be invited to an additional one-on-one interview with a member of our Career and Professional Development team after the submission of their application.
Professional Resume
A professional resume is required for application.
All applicants are encouraged to utilized the DeGroote School of Business MBA Resume template. Please complete all sections of the template to the best of your ability.
Degree
Completion within the last 10 years of a Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Administration from a recognized Canadian or American university.
Candidates that have completed the following degrees may also apply:
McMaster University:
- Bachelor of Engineering Management
- Bachelor of Commerce, Integrated Business and Humanities (IBH)
Western University
- Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies
Work Experience
Two (2) years of post-graduate work experience is required.
One (1) year of work experience is recommended for McMaster University graduates from the following programs:
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Engineering Management
- Bachelor of Commerce, Integrated Business and Humanities (IBH)
Undergraduate Co-op or internship placements adding up to 12 months or more of work from these degrees will be considered to meet the work experience requirement if they are noted on official transcripts.
GPA
Recommended B average (equivalent to a McMaster 8.0 GPA out of 12) or higher.
GPA will be calculated using the two most recent years of undergraduate or graduate study, 20 courses, or the equivalent of 60 academic credits. A combination may be used and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
GRE or GMAT
Not Required.
Candidates who fail to meet the above GPA criteria or who wish to strengthen their academic application may wish to submit a GMAT or GRE.
English Language Proficiency
Required for applicants:
- Whose previous degree was not completed with the language of instruction of English
- Who have been resident in an English-speaking country for less than four years
- Who have completed less than three years of full-time post-secondary education with English as the primary language of instruction, excluding ESL courses
Acceptable English Language Proficiency Tests:
- Academic IELTS (Overall score of 7)
- TOEFL (Overall score of 100)
References
Two (2) professional references are preferred.
Applicants are encouraged to seek two professional (current or former direct supervisor or manager) references. If this is not possible, one academic and one professional reference are acceptable.
Kira Online Interview
Applicants are required to complete an online interview prior to submission of their application.
Applicants will receive the Kira interview link one (1) business day after starting their application and completing the Select Program section.
Professional Resume
A professional resume is required for application.
All applicants are encouraged to utilized the DeGroote School of Business MBA Resume template. Please complete all sections of the template to the best of your ability.
Degree
Completion of an Honours Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
Work Experience
Recommended minimum of 4 years post-graduate work experience.
GPA
Recommended B average (equivalent to a McMaster 8.0 GPA out of 12) or higher.
GPA will be calculated using the two most recent years of undergraduate or graduate study, 20 courses, or the equivalent of 60 academic credits. A combination may be used and is determined on a case-by-case basis.
GRE or GMAT
Not Required.
Candidates who fail to meet the above GPA criteria or who wish to strengthen their academic application may wish to submit a GMAT or GRE.
English Language Proficiency
Required for applicants:
- Whose previous degree was not completed with the language of instruction of English
- Who have been resident in an English-speaking country for less than four years
- Who have completed less than three years of full-time post-secondary education with English as the primary language of instruction, excluding ESL courses
Acceptable English Language Proficiency Tests:
- Academic IELTS (Overall score of 7)
- TOEFL (Overall score of 100)
References
Applicants are encouraged to seek two professional (current or former direct supervisor or manger) references. Academic reference can be submitted if two professional are not available.
Kira Online Interview
Applicants are required to complete an online interview prior to submission of their application.
Applicants will receive the Kira interview link one (1) business day after starting their application and completing the Select Program section.
Professional Resume
A professional resume is required for application.