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What’s new at the McGill MBA course?

McGill MBA course Application Deadline is structured as per the following:

  • The University categorized the application deadlines into three rounds. I.e. Round 1, Round 2, Round 3. The round 1 admission deadline has passed. However, the application deadline for Round 2 is Jan 15, 2024.
  • Similarly, in Round 3,  McGill's application deadline is Mar 15, 2024, with interview decisions released mid to late April. Below are the tables for McGill MBA admission: 

Round

Application Deadline

Round 1

Nov 1, 2024

Round 2

Jan 15, 2025(tentative)

Round 3

Marc 15, 2024

McGill University MBA Tuition Fees and Specializations 

For the 2023-2024 academic year, the tuition fee for the  McGill University MBA program is CAD99,222. In INR, the University of Calgary's fees is INR 59,77,960  However, it's important to note that this is just the base tuition fee and does not include additional expenses such as room and board, books and supplies, health insurance, and other personal expenses.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 59,77,960

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components

Amount

Hostel & Meals

INR 5,38,918

Insurance

INR 70,173

Transportation

INR 38,932

Incidental Fees

INR 1,20,160

Books & Supplies

INR 1,20,160

Personal Expense

INR 90,120

Study Trip

INR 1,80,240

Total

INR 11,58,703

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 60.08

McGill University MBA Admission Dates 2024

The McGill  University categorized the application deadlines into three rounds. I.e. Round 1, Round 2, Round 3. The round 1 admission deadline has passed. However, the application deadline for Round 2 is Jan 15, 2025(tentative) for 2024 it's closed. Similarly, in Round 3,  McGill's application deadline is Mar 15, 2024, with interview decisions released mid to late April. Below are the tables for McGill MBA admission: 

Round

Application Deadline

Round 1

Nov 1, 2024

Round 2

Jan 15, 2025(tentative)

Round 3

Marc 15, 2024

McGill University MBA Admission Requirements 2024

  • Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree from a recognized university
  • India-specific equivalencies:-
    • 4-year Bachelor’s
    • 3-year Bachelors from institutions with a NAAC rating of “A.”
    • 2-year Master’s awarded beyond a 3-year Bachelor's from institutions with a NAAC rating below “A.”
  • A minimum of two years of full-time work experience following completion of an undergraduate degree is required
  • Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation from individuals who have been directly responsible for evaluating the applicant's professional/managerial performance and potential
  • Referees may upload their reference letter in PDF or Word document
  • Applicants are required to submit three essays:
  1. Describe a situation where you failed to achieve an objective and what you learned from it. (Maximum 500 words)
  2. Describe an experience where working in a team as a member or leader, you successfully managed to deal with a challenge posed by the diversity of the group. (Maximum 500 words)
  3. As concisely as possible, please explain why you intend to pursue your MBA studies at this time and how will the Desautels MBA program help you in achieving your professional goals. (Maximum 500 words)
  • A CV  is required for the MBA course at McGill.
  •  Below are the English language requirements for McGill:

 McGill University MBA English Language Proficiency Exam

International students must submit a proof of English Language proficiency to be considered for McGill University ( especially non-english speaking countries). Students can demonstrate that they are proficient in English by submitting the English proficiency test scores.

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English Language Proficiency Test

Minimum Score

TOEFL

100( With minimum score of 22 in each section)

IELTS

7.0 ( with a minimum score of 6 in each)

McGill University Acceptance Rate

The McGill University acceptance rate for the MBA programme is around 49%. For the class of 2023, International students require a good GPA and academic profile to get into the university. Students can learn more about MBA in Canada and then apply. Applicants must check their admission documents thoroughly in order to get selected. 

To be admitted to the MBA program at  McGill University is recommended to have a strong academic profile, including competitive scores in the GMAT or GREs.  However, the admission process at  McGill takes a holistic approach, considering multiple factors in the student's profile. These factors include Leadership, Work experience, essays, LOR and interviews that the students give during their admission process. 

McGill University MBA Application Process2024

Below is the application process for the MBA course at McGill :

Step 1: The Application Process can be made through the New Haven. 

(http://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/programs/mba-programs/mba/admissions/application)

Step 2: Check your requirements thoroughly and see if your current qualifications are recognised. 

Step 3: You should meet the entry requirements checklist before applying: 

  • Transcripts of your degree.
  • A minimum score of 7 and above in IELTS
  • SOP ( Things you need to know about  SOP)
  • LOR ( letter of recommendation)
  • Creative Portfolio ( Audition depending on your chosen course )
  • Resume/ CV
  • An Application fee of 132 CAD ( INR 7962 )
  • Entrance exam ( you just take GRE or GMAT, LSAT, MCAT) if you're planning to apply for the required programs. 

Step 4: Make sure your English requirements meet the standards of the University.

Step 5: You can submit your application after your requirements are ready.

Step 6: The application fee might vary depending on the programs and courses the applicant chooses. However, for MBA the application fee is CAD 132. If the applicant can’t afford the application fee, they can waive the application fee. 

Step 7:  After submitting the application, applicants can check their status by logging in with their credentials through McGill University. 

University of McGill MBA Placements 2023

All those who are planning to study for an MBA in Canada know that an MBA from McGill is one of the most popular business programs. ROI (Return on investment) is one of the most important factors for MBA applicants, especially when one is looking to study an MBA abroad. Below are the some of the companies that offer McGill MBA graduates career opportunities.

ABB

Deloitte

Unity Technologies

Abbott

KPMG

Scotiabank

Metro Inc.

PwC

IBM Corp.

Amazon Inc.

McKinsey & Company

GlaxoSmithKline

BCG

Walmart

CIBC

Christian Dior

United Nations

Royal Bank of Canada

McGill University MBA Ranking

Below is the ranking for McGill University 

Ranked By

2021

2022

2023

FT (Financial Times) - Master in Finance [6]

36

25

NA

QS - Global MBA [7]

59

74

73

McGill University MBA Cost of Living

Below is the cost of living for McGill University MBA applicants:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 59,77,960

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components

Amount

Hostel & Meals

INR 5,38,918

Insurance

INR 70,173

Transportation

INR 38,932

Incidental Fees

INR 1,20,160

Books & Supplies

INR 1,20,160

Personal Expense

INR 90,120

Study Trip

INR 1,80,240

Total

INR 11,58,703

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 60.08

University of McGill University Vs University of Alberta Vs University of Waterloo

given below is the comparison of the top-ranked Universities for their MBA program based on the parameters, including ranking and fees. 

MBA Universities

QS Global Rankings 2023

MBA first-year tuition fees

McGill University 

73

INR 59L

University of Alberta 

111-120

NR 5 L - 17 L

University of Waterloo

N/A

N/A

 

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Good student life with the McGill's MBA.
Tips: It is a pretty intensive course and it requires long hours. French language is not necessary. But it’s fun to learn from professors and guest speakers. The fall semester is the hardest with maximum number of subjects in one semester and it is pretty fast paced as well.
Likes (Student Life): Safe environment for students. Clean and quiet places around the campus are there to sit and study. Study rooms for group study in library as well as in the department building are there. Special care is given for the physical and mental well being of students. A lot of fun events are organized on almost every weekend.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Less options for Indian cuisine are available, but a great place for people who are interested in trying different cuisines. Plenty of affordable eateries near the campus are available as well, although you can find good Indian restaurants outside downtown and they are pretty cheap as well.
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McGill University FAQs

Q:   What are the application deadlines for MBA programme at McGill University?

A: 

The application deadlines for the MBA programme at McGill University for the Fall 2025 intake are as follows:

  • First application deadline: November 1, 2024
  • Second application deadline: January 15, 2025
  • Final deadline for international students: March 15, 2025
  • Final deadline for Canadian citizens and Permanent residents: May 15, 2025

Q:   What GMAT score do I need for McGill's MBA?

A: 

The average GMAT score of admitted students to the MBA programme at McGill University is 670 and the overall average GPA of  3.3. GMAT score is a mandatory requirement to get admission into the program. There are no exceptions or waivers for this. However, McGill employs a holistic admissions process, meaning that other factors such as work experience, academic background, and personal essays also play significant roles in the evaluation. 

Q:   What is the acceptance rate for McGill's MBA?

A: 

There is no official data for the acceptance rate of McGill's MBA program. However, based on various sources the acceptance rate of MBA at McGill University is around 30-35%. Some sources report a lower acceptance rate of 20%. Although the application pool is extremely competitive, the acceptance rate at McGill MBA is relatively lower than that of other prestigious business schools.

Q:   How is McGill's MBA programme ranked?

A: 

The McGill MBA programme is well-regarded and has achieved notable rankings in various assessments:

  • The QS World University Rankings placed the McGill Master of Business Administration (MBA) 2nd in Canada and #1 in Canada for return on investment.
  • According to  Financial Times Global MBA ranking 2024, McGill MBA is  ranked Top 3 in Canada and 83rd in the world. It also ranked it  #1 in Canada for: international faculty, international board members, and international mobility.
  • The McGill MBA is ranked 26th globally, once again recognised in the Top 40 by the prestigious Corporate Knights Better World MBA ranking.
  • In 2024-25 Bloomberg Businessweek ranked McGill MBA  2nd in Canada for compensation & networking.

Q:   What are the minimum admission requirements for entry into MBA programme at McGill?

A: 

Candidates applying must have an undergraduate degree from a recognised university. Every applicant also needs to finish the GMAT or GRE. Applicants whose mother tongue is not English need to submit English proficiency test scores (TOEFL or IELTS). Additionally, applicants should have at least 2 years of work experience in a related field. Other important requirements include 2 reference letters, CV and essay questions. Strong applicants are invited for interviews following the examination of their applications.

Q:   What is the duration of McGill's MBA programme?

A: 

The McGill MBA programme offers flexible duration options for students. Students can complete the programme in 12, 16 or 20 months. The 48-credit programme can be completed in 12 months, while the 54-credit programme can be completed in 20 months with an option to accelerate to 16 months. The 12-month programme is for those who already have enough work experience and want to complete the degree without an internship. 

Q:   How important is the interview for admission to MBA at McGill University?

A: 

The interview is a key component for admission to the MBA at McGill University. The university considers a holistic approach so there is no specified weightage assigned to the interview. The interview is important for the admissions committee to better understand the candidate's background and experiences and for candidates to showcase their personality, leadership qualities, and how they can contribute to the MBA cohort. No single factor is decisive. Therefore, a positive interview does not guarantee admission. 

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Application deadlines for the MSc Computer Science Non-Thesis program:

Admissions are for the Fall semester only.

  • For International students: December 15th.
  • For Canadian students: January 15th.

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Admissions are for the Fall semester only.

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McGill University is one of the best places for an international student looking for quality education in a wide variety of academic programs. Its international student ratio is over 30% and thus gives this institution a very hospitable and friendly environment. It's well-educated and competent.

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The McGill University Technology Career Fair provides an excellent occasion for McGill students and recent graduates, to network with industry representatives and find out about jobs and internships. US News and World Report ranked the university #132 in Best Universities for Computer Science. After

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The application fee for the MSc Computer Science programme at McGill University is  $132.90 CAD (INR 7,971). The application fee is non-refundable and can be paid via a MasterCard or Visa credit card. Application fee waivers are not available for Graduates and Postdoctoral Studies.

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A computer Science background is not strictly necessary to apply for the MSc Computer Science programme at McGill University, but certain prerequisites must be met. Students with a minor in computer Science or those with similar backgrounds, including electrical and computer engineering, may have do

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