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Frequently Asked Questions

1. About the Faculty of Management, UBC's Okanagan Campus, & The University of British Columbia
1.1 Tell me about the Faculty of Management at UBC's Okanagan campus.
1.2 Tell me about UBC's Okanagan campus.
1.3 Where does UBC stand against other great universities around the world?

2. About the Master of Management Program
2.1 What is the Master of Management program?
2.2 What is the Master of Management's schedule?
2.3 What types of courses will I be taking in the Master of Management program?
2.4 Who should consider the Master of Management program?
2.5 How is a Master of Management different from an MBA?
2.6 Can I work during the Master of Management program?
2.7 How can I learn more about the Master of Management program?

3. About Admissions
3.1 Do I need work experience to gain admission to the Master of Management program?
3.2 What are the academic requirements for admission to the Master of Management program?
3.3 How do I apply to the Master of Management program?
3.4 What supporting documents are required for application to the Master of Management program?
3.5 What is the application fee?
3.6 What are GMAT and GRE exams? Are they required? What are good scores?
3.7 I have a three-year degree. Can I still apply for the Master of Management program?

4. About Tuition & Scholarships
4.1 How much is Master of Management tuition?
4.2 What type of scholarships/awards and financial assistance are available?

5. About Master of Management Careers
5.1 How does the Master of Management program support students in their job search?
5.2 What type of post-Master of Management position can I expect?

6. About Master of Management Preparation
6.1 I don't have much quantitative experience. How can I prepare for the Master of Management program?
6.2 What other areas should I work on prior to starting the Master of Management program?
6.3 English is my second language. How can I best prepare for the Master of Management program?
6.4 I've been accepted to the Master of Management program. Where can I get further advice on preparation?

1. About the Faculty of Management, UBC's Okanagan Campus, & The University of British Columbia

1.1  Tell me about the Faculty of Management at UBC's Okanagan campus.

Established in 2005, the Faculty of Management is the business faculty at UBC's Okanagan campus.  The Faculty offers business education opportunities that have international reach and quality, but are delivered in an intimate campus setting.  It offers a broad-based Bachelor of Management degree, with over 850 students, and the Master of Management degree for individuals who hold non-business undergraduate degrees. 

1.2 Tell me about UBC's Okanagan campus.

UBC's Okanagan campus opened in September 2005 as a distinctive, smaller campus of The University of British Columbia, and offers access to quality international-level education within an intimate learning community.  It is fast earning a reputation as an important, respected centre of learning and research where students interact with one another and their professors on a daily basis, while becoming global citizens through interaction with their community and the world.

With a goal of serving the post-secondary education needs of 7,500 students, UBC's Okanagan campus is growing to serve the needs of British Columbia, Canada, and the world by increasing access to the internationally recognized UBC degree. As UBC's Okanagan campus grows, it will continue to feature smaller class sizes, experiential learning, community involvement, and direct access to research activity.

1.3 Where does UBC stand against other great universities around the world?

With campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna, The University of British Columbia holds an international reputation for excellence in advanced research and learning. UBC has grown into one of Canada's finest universities ranking among the world's 40 best. Measured by any criterion - the intellectual calibre of our students, the quality of faculty teaching and research, the professionalism of our staff - UBC is an outstanding university, and plays a vital role in the cultural, social, and economic development of our Province and our country.

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2. About the Master of Management Program

2.1 What is the Master of Management program?

The Master of Management program is a one-year Master of Management (M.M.) degree offered by the Faculty of Management at UBC's Okanagan campus. The Master of Management program provides recent university graduates the opportunity to gain valuable business skills that are beneficial to a career in any industry or sector.

2.2 What is the Master of Management's schedule?

Master of Management classes start annually in September with a mandatory Business Immersion course held in the first week of September. Courses are offered in six-week blocks and are called modules. Master of Management students take four modules at a time. In the fall, there are two six-week blocks followed by a winter break. In the new year and spring, there are three more six-week blocks. In total, students take 22 modules for a combined total of 33 credits.

The Master of Management can be completed in as little as ten months with classes ending in May and graduation taking place in November.

2.3 What types of courses will I be taking in the Master of Management program?

Master of Management students will take a total of 22 modules. Each module is 1.5 credits and is taught over a six-week period. Students take four modules at a time. In the Master of Management program, all students move through the entire program together as a cohort through a set, standard curriculum. The standard curriculum offers a broad-based management education, with modules selected from all of the major business disciplines: accounting, corporate governance and ethics, entrepreneurship, finance, information technology, law, managerial economics, marketing, operations and logistics, organizational behaviour and human resources, statistics, strategic management, and supply chain management.

2.4 Who should consider the Master of Management program?

Applicants with a four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any area other than business, commerce, or management should consider the Master of Management program. Work experience is not required.

2.5 How is a Master of Management program different from an MBA?

See the chart below for some key comparisons between the Master of Management and top-tier Canadian MBA programs. 

Feature

 Master of Management Program

 Top-tier MBA Programs

Previous Work Experience

Not required; direct entry after Bachelor's degree.

Required. Typically five plus years of full-time professional work experience acquired after the Bachelor's degree.

Timing

Begin Master of Management directly after completion of Bachelor's degree. Typically at 22 or 23 years of age.

Average age of students is 28 - 30.

Length of Program

One year.

Between one to two years.

Program Content

Broad-based management education, including topics on all major business functions.

Introduction to all major business functions plus the ability to specialize/major in a specific area.

Program Cost

$25,778.00 CAD*

Between $50,000 - $65,000 CAD

Employment Outcomes

Based on Bachelor's and Master of Management degree. Typically entry-level management positions.

Based on professional work experience of five plus years and MBA degree. Typically senior-level management positions.

* Tuition fees are subject to minor adjustment.

2.6 Can I work during the Master of Management program?

The Master of Management academic load is very intense and demanding. As such, students are encouraged to completely dedicate themselves to the program. Part-time work and/or significant volunteer responsibilities are not recommended.

2.7 How can I learn more about the Master of Management program?

The Master of Management Program Office offers a number of services to help prospective applicants learn about the program and our admissions requirements and procedures.

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3. About Admissions

3.1 Do I need work experience to gain admission to the Master of Management program?

No. Most students enrolling in the Master of Management program will enter directly after completing their undergraduate degree. Therefore, full-time work experience is not required. Many, but not all, applicants will have part-time, summer, or co-op employment experience.

3.2 What are the academic requirements for admission to the Master of Management program?

Applicants are required to have a four-year degree (or equivalent) with about a B+ (76% or 3.3 GPA) average on 300 and 400-level courses. Degrees and grading systems differ widely between countries. We recommend that applicants have academic backgrounds within the general requirements listed on this website to ensure a reasonable chance of gaining admission to the Master of Management program.

3.3 How do I apply to the Master of Management program?

Master of Management applications are accepted online. The online application requires the submission of your resume and three short compositions.

3.4 What supporting documents are required for application to the Master of Management program?

The following items are required in a Master of Management application:

  • Official transcripts (and in some cases degree certificates) for all post-secondary institutions attended (UBC students do not need to submit UBC transcripts)
  • Two references - submitted on Master of Management Reference Form
  • Official GMAT or GRE score, GMAT/GRE waivers may be possible in some situations.
  • Official English proficiency exam score (TOEFL, IELTS, (Academic), PTE Academic, or MELAB), if applicable
  • Citizenship and Immigration status, if applicable
  • Two passport style photographs

3.5 What is the application fee?

The application fee is $125 CAD. It is paid by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) online when submitting the online application.

3.6 What are GMAT and GRE exams? Are they required? What are good scores?

The GMAT and GRE are both standardized tests commonly used for graduate-level admissions. Master of Management applicants must submit either a GMAT or GRE official score to be considered for admission. GMAT/GRE waivers may be possible in some situations. For the GMAT, a competitive score would be 600, with at least a 50th percentile in each category. For the GRE, a competitive score would be over 310 on combined Verbal and Quantitative sections.

3.7 I have a three-year degree. Can I apply for the Master of Management program?

Typically, a four-year degree is required for entrance to graduate programs at UBC. However, we do review three-year university degrees on a case-by-case basis. In the past, we have accepted candidates with three-year degrees from Canada, Europe, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. Please note that applicants from India must complete a four-year degree or a three-year degree plus one to two years of post-graduate study to qualify for admission to graduate programs at UBC.

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4. About Tuition & Scholarships

4.1 How much is Master of Management tuition?

The Master of Management tuition is currently $25,778.00 CAD (subject to approval). It is payable in three (3) installments in September, January, and May.

4.2 What type of scholarships/awards and financial assistance are available?

Canadian and Permanent Resident Master of Management students may apply for government student loans. Your personal bank may also offer student loan programs.

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5. About Master of Management Careers

5.1 How does the Master of Management program support students in their job search?

Our Career Services staff offer both personal consultation and a structured program to help students identify, develop, and achieve their unique career goals. Once studies are underway, students will benefit from one-on-one career coaching and career workshops.

5.2 What type of post-Master of Management position can I expect?

Our Career Services staff actively promote Master of Management graduates to the business community, locally, nationally, and internationally. Leveraging its long-standing relationships with prominent companies and organizations, Career Services arrange recruiting events and interviews and post Master of Management positions on its career management website. Master of Management program graduates can expect entry-level or junior management positions.

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6. About Master of Management Preparation

6.1 I don't have much quantitative experience. How can I prepare for the Master of Management program?

If possible, take introductory level courses in any of the following subject areas: finance, accounting, economics, and business statistics. In addition, we recommend that you register for an optional online preparation course in the summer of 2012.  This course is designed to provide you with the fundamentals of accounting, finance, quantitative methods, and statistics. Further information about this course will be sent out to accepted students during the early summer.

6.2 What other areas should I work on prior to starting the Master of Management program?

As much as possible, strengthen your business and academic writing skills, oral presentation skills, and expertise with Excel and PowerPoint. You may wish to consider taking some Continuing Education courses in these areas and joining a speaking club, such as Toastmasters.

6.3 English is my second language. How can I best prepare for the Master of Management program?

Strong written and oral English business communication skills are required for both academic and social success in the program. Furthermore, the likelihood of being successful in permanent position recruiting is significantly increased with strong language skills. If your language skills are strong, but need some polishing consider enrolling in a high-level ESL program during the few months prior to the start of the Master of Management program.

6.4 I've been accepted to the Master of Management program. Where can I get further advice on preparation?

Contact our Director.  He can provide you personalized advice based on your specific background by email, telephone, or in person.

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Last reviewed 5/11/2012 3:35:16 PM

Master of Management Program
Important Dates

Program Start: September
Online Application Opens: September 15th

Conditional offers made beginning in January

International Applicants
Deadline: February 28th

Canadian & American Applicants
Deadline: May 31st

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