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MBA in Community Economic Development

The MBA in Community Economic Development is a unique program that focuses on the development of business and community leadership skills. It is the only program of its kind in Canada, offering a leading-edge curriculum that includes all business subjects found in traditional MBA programs, with an emphasis on economic development, leadership, governance, and management of change.

Program Overview

The program is designed for individuals who aspire to play leadership roles in the private, public, and community sectors. It is ideal for those who want to make a difference in their communities and contribute to the development of a strong and sustainable economy.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree with a B+ (75% average) from a recognized university
• Completed online application form with a non-refundable application fee
• Official transcripts for all previous post-secondary study
• Resume detailing employment experience, skills, community involvement, and interests
• Two-page statement (approximately 500-800 words) outlining background and interests, and why the applicant is interested in joining the CBU MBA program
• Three reference letters, preferably including one professional and one academic
• Official score report showing satisfactory scores on the GMAT (for international students minimum 500 with a balanced score) or GRE (for international students minimum 304 with a balanced score)
• Proof that CBU's English language proficiency requirements have been met (for students whose native language is not English)
• Work experience is not required, but MBA course work will be more meaningful if the applicant has some work experience
• Satisfactory performance in an interview (if applicable)

Program Requirements for International Students

International students must meet the same admission requirements as Canadian students, with the addition of:

• Official score report showing satisfactory scores on the GMAT (minimum 500 with a balanced score) or GRE (minimum 304 with a balanced score)
• Proof that CBU's English language proficiency requirements have been met

Program Duration and Fields of Study

The program duration is 2 years, and the fields of study include:

• Business
• Community Economic Development
• Sustainability

Tuition Fees

The estimated tuition fees for the program are:

• Master of Business Administration in CED (off CBU campus): $39,246.24 (NS students), $42,513.44 (other province students)
• Master of Business Administration in CED (on CBU campus): $27,907.92 (NS students), $30,810.32 (other province students), $50,929.92 (international students)

Accreditations

CBU is accredited by:

• The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
• The Association of Atlantic Universities (AAU)
• The Council of Nova Scotia University Presidents (CONSUP)
• The Campus Alberta Quality Council
• The Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities

Skills and Career Paths

The program will provide students with advanced analytical and strategy skills, advanced interpersonal and communication skills, and advanced research skills. Possible career paths include:

• General Management
• Executive Director
• Policy Analyst
• Consulting

Experiential Learning Opportunities

The program offers various experiential learning opportunities, including:

• Applied Research Projects (ARP)
• Community Action Research
• Community-Based Participatory Research
• Community-Engaged Research with Community-Based Organizations
• Guest Speakers
• Media/Videos Projects
• Simulations

Why Study at CBU?

CBU is one of Canada's youngest and most ambitious post-secondary institutions, focused on creating innovative programs. The MBA in Community Economic Development is a unique program that delivers advanced business knowledge and skills to make a difference in the local and global community.