Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Management Science (MMSc) program is a coursework-based program that can be completed on a full- or part-time basis. It is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in analytics, optimization, information systems, and behavioral sciences.

Program Highlights

• Expand and refine your skills to further your career.
• Coursework-based – no thesis required.
• Flexibility to study full- or part-time.

Program Details

• Department/School: Management Science and Engineering
• Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
• Admit term(s): Fall (September - December)
• Delivery mode: On-campus
• Program type: Master's, Professional
• Length of program: 16 months (full-time)
• Registration option(s): Full-time, Part-time
• Study option(s): Coursework

Application Deadlines

• February 1 (for admission in September)

Admission Requirements

• The Department of Management Science and Engineering requires either:
  • (i) a 75% overall standing in the last two years, or equivalent, in a relevant four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent, or
  • (ii) a 75% overall standing or equivalent, in a relevant four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent, as the minimum requirement for admission to a master's program for applicants educated at a Canadian institution.
• A 75% overall standing or equivalent, in a relevant four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent is the minimum requirement for admission to a master's program for applicants educated outside of Canada.
• Background in quantitative methods (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics).
• All applicants must submit a "Statement of Purpose" - a one page statement addressing their academic background and future goals.
• Applicants who fall slightly below the minimum academic requirements may be considered for admission as transitional or probationary students.

Degree Requirements

• Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.

Application Materials

• Resume
• Statement of interest
  • A statement of maximum 500 words explaining your interest in and fit for the program you’re applying to.
• Program-specific questions (PSQ)
  • These are questions specific to the program you’re applying to.
• Transcript(s)
• References
  • Two references are required, academic (preferred) or professional.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
  • TOEFL 90 (writing 25 speaking 25), IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

Tuition and Fees

• Visit the graduate program tuition page to determine the tuition and incidental fees per term for your program.
• Review living costs and housing.
• Review the funding graduate school resources for graduate students.