Program Overview
Trinity Western University's MBA program, grounded in Christian values, equips business leaders with a global perspective and ethical decision-making skills. Through a hybrid format and experiential learning, students gain a comprehensive understanding of business topics, preparing them for careers in management, consulting, finance, and more. The program offers four specializations: Executive MBA, MBA in International Business, MBA in Non-Profit & Charitable Organizations, and Great Wall MBA—China.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Objectives:
- Enhance career prospects
- Challenge thinking with professors
- Examine real-world business issues from an ethical perspective
Program Description:
Trinity Western University's MBA program is the only Christian and values-based MBA program in Canada. It aims to educate businesspeople who are not only leaders but also excellent stewards in their world. The program offers four options:
- Executive MBA: Equips established professionals with tools to advance their careers and enhance their organizational leadership, management, and problem-solving skills.
- MBA in International Business: Prepares business leaders to manage diverse teams, lead successful global organizations, and navigate the fast-changing landscape of doing business across borders.
- MBA in Non-Profit & Charitable Organizations: Helps non-profit managers lead their organizations to achieve greater missional fulfillment amidst challenges and limited resources.
- Great Wall MBA—China: Delivered in English in three locations in China, this program equips students with a global business perspective by studying in one of the world's largest and fastest-growing economies.
Outline:
Program Content:
The MBA program covers a wide range of business topics, including:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Marketing
- Management
- Operations
- Strategy
- Ethics
Program Structure:
The program is delivered in a hybrid format with online classes and residence in Langley and Richmond. The average program length is 18 to 21 months.
Course Schedule:
The course schedule varies depending on the specialization chosen. Students can find the course schedule for each specialization on the program website.
Individual Modules with Descriptions:
Core Modules:
- Financial Accounting: Introduces the fundamental principles of financial accounting and reporting.
- Managerial Accounting: Focuses on the use of accounting information for decision-making within organizations.
- Marketing Management: Explores the principles and practices of marketing, including market research, product development, pricing, and promotion.
- Operations Management: Covers the design, planning, and control of operations systems in organizations.
- Organizational Behavior: Examines the behavior of individuals and groups within organizations.
- Strategic Management: Provides an overview of the strategic management process, including environmental analysis, strategy formulation, and implementation.
Specialization Modules:
Executive MBA:
- Advanced Corporate Finance: Covers advanced topics in corporate finance, including capital budgeting, mergers and acquisitions, and risk management.
- Advanced Leadership and Organizational Development: Focuses on developing leadership skills and understanding organizational dynamics.
- Advanced Marketing Management: Explores advanced marketing concepts and techniques.
- Advanced Operations Management: Covers advanced topics in operations management, including supply chain management and quality control.
MBA in International Business:
- Global Business Environment: Examines the global business environment, including cultural, political, and economic factors.
- International Marketing: Focuses on the principles and practices of marketing in a global context.
- International Finance: Covers the principles and practices of international finance, including foreign exchange markets and risk management.
- International Management: Explores the challenges and opportunities of managing in a global environment.
MBA in Non-Profit & Charitable Organizations:
- Non-Profit Management: Introduces the principles and practices of non-profit management.
- Fundraising and Development: Focuses on the principles and practices of fundraising and development for non-profit organizations.
- Program Evaluation: Covers the principles and practices of program evaluation for non-profit organizations.
- Non-Profit Leadership: Explores the challenges and opportunities of leadership in non-profit organizations.
Great Wall MBA—China:
- Chinese Business Environment: Examines the Chinese business environment, including cultural, political, and economic factors.
- Chinese Marketing: Focuses on the principles and practices of marketing in China.
- Chinese Finance: Covers the principles and practices of finance in China.
- Chinese Management: Explores the challenges and opportunities of managing in China.
Assessment:
The MBA program uses a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Case studies
- Presentations
- Projects
- Papers
Teaching:
The MBA program is taught by a world-class faculty of business professionals and scholars. The faculty are committed to providing students with a high-quality education and are passionate about helping students succeed.
Unique Approaches:
- Values-based education: The MBA program is grounded in Christian values and emphasizes the importance of ethical decision-making in business.
- Experiential learning: The program incorporates experiential learning opportunities, such as case studies, simulations, and internships, to provide students with hands-on experience in business.
- Global perspective: The MBA program offers a global perspective on business, with opportunities for students to study abroad and participate in international business competitions.
Careers:
The MBA program prepares students for a wide range of careers in business, including:
- Management
- Consulting
- Finance
- Marketing
- Operations
- Non-profit management
- Entrepreneurship
Outcomes:
- 90% of MBA graduates are employed within six months of graduation.
- MBA graduates earn an average salary of $80,000 per year.
- MBA graduates are highly sought after by employers due to their strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.