MBA

The University of British Columbia’s MBA program is a rigorous and comprehensive professional degree designed to prepare students for successful careers in a dynamic global business environment. Our MBA program emphasizes a combination of advanced management skills, leadership development, and strategic thinking, providing students with the tools necessary to excel in a variety of industries and organizational roles. The program is tailored to meet the needs of both aspiring and current professionals seeking to enhance their managerial capabilities and expand their business acumen.

The curriculum is structured around core courses in finance, marketing, operations, organizational behavior, and strategy, complemented by a wide range of electives allowing students to specialize in areas such as entrepreneurship, international business, sustainability, and innovation. The program also integrates practical learning experiences, including case studies, group projects, internships, and consulting opportunities, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges.

Students benefit from a diverse and collaborative learning environment, engaging with faculty who are experts in their fields, as well as a global network of peers from varied backgrounds. The program fosters leadership development through workshops, mentoring, and experiential learning opportunities, empowering students to confidently lead teams, manage complex projects, and make data-driven decisions.

The UBC MBA program offers flexible study options, including full-time, part-time, and executive formats, accommodating the varying needs of working professionals. Located in Vancouver, a vibrant city known for its innovative business community and diverse industries, students have access to a wide range of networking events, industry visits, and career development resources to support their professional growth.

Graduates of the UBC MBA program are well-equipped to advance their careers, start their own ventures, or take on strategic roles within their organizations. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, ethics, and responsible leadership, the program also prepares students to navigate the complexities of modern business while making a positive impact on society and the environment. Enroll in the UBC MBA to transform your potential into maximum impact and become a leader in today’s interconnected world.

For many of our students, the UBC MBA at UBC Sauder's Robert H. Lee Graduate School opened up a whole new world of career opportunities. Whether it's acquiring the skills and ability to take your career to the next level, or expanding your opportunities into previously unchartered sectors, our students gain new perspectives and a thorough understanding of how business works, from all angles. 

Specialized career tracks

• Finance                                         
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Product and Service Management

For the best chance of admission to the UBC MBA at UBC Sauder's Robert H. Lee Graduate School, we strongly encourage you to aim for our competitive recommendations, outlined in the table below. Due to the competitive nature of admissions to this program, meeting the minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee you a place.

Academic Achievement

• Three-* or Four-year Bachelor’s degree with a B average or 72%, or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution.
• *Three-year degrees are accepted from Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, India and Europe. If your country or region is not listed here pleaseemail us for clarification on your degree.  When applying please have your official transcripts sent directly to the Sauder School of Business MBA Programs Officeby your home university.  

Competitive Recommendation: B+ or 76% or 3.3 GPA

Professional Experience

Minimum two years of full-time work experience gained after graduation from your bachelor’s degree. Don’t have this? You could consider our Master of Management program instead.

Competitive Recommendation: At least 3 to 5 years of full-time work experience

GMAT or GRE

• 550 GMAT with at least a 50th percentile in the quantitative and verbal sections of the test
• at least 150 GRE score on the verbal and quantitative section.

Maturity, Motivation & Fit

We assess your managerial and leadership potential, maturity, ambition and drive, through your Essay Questions, resume, professional references and interview.

English Proficiency

Applicants must be able to speak, comprehend, and write fluently in English. An English proficiency exam is required for all candidates whose degrees are from a university outside Canada or the U.S.A. in which English was not the official language of instruction.

UBC MBA Scholarships & Awards

Each year, the School awards entrance scholarships to between 25-40% of the class.

Our wide range of entrance scholarships are based on merit, going to candidates who display an outstanding combination of talent, drive, and business and academic achievement.

Specifically, we award scholarships by taking a holistic view of the value that each talented candidate brings into the program. We assess merit around a comprehensive review of factors, including but not limited to: work experience, application essays, interview performance, academic credentials including GMAT and GPA scores.

You will automatically be considered for every applicable scholarship when you submit your online application to the program. We strongly encourage you to submit your UBC MBA application early in order to be considered for our entrance scholarship opportunities.

External Scholarships

The following external organizations offer or administer a variety of scholarships for both domestic and international students. Please visit their websites to determine eligibility requirements and application procedures. Please note that these scholarships are not administered by the UBC MBA Programs Office, The Sauder School of Business or UBC.

• American Association of University Women Educational Foundation 
• Association of Commonwealth Universities
• Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
• British Universities North America Club 
• CanLearn
• COLFUTURO
• FIDERH - Banco de Mexico
• FinAid
• Fundacion Mexico para la Educacion
• ICETEX
• Institute of International Education (IIE)
• International Education Financial Aid (IEFA)
• The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 
• The MasterCard Scholarship application and eligibility criteria can be found on the UBC International Scholars Program website. 
• QS Scholarships 
• Candidates must attend a World MBA Tour Fair to qualify. Application details will be given to attendees.
• Rotary International

The Sauder School of Business is a place where can build on your existing achievements, learn valuable new skills, and transform your professional future.

At Sauder, we recognize that you are pursuing an MBA, in large part, to advance your career. That's why we've made career development a core theme of the UBC MBA curriculum and activities. The Business Career Centre (BCC) is your partner in career development. Through our structured, yet personalized programming, you'll get the advice, tools and opportunities you need to advance your career.