MSc Students
MSc Management – Requirements
Fall 2024 & Winter 2025
- Course Schedule
- Dates and deadlines (registration and fee payment)
- Telfer (University of Ottawa) Course Timetable
MSc Student Events
Completion of Thesis Proposal
Each student will have a supervisor who will serve as a mentor and guide for their thesis proposal. The supervisor will work with the student to establish a thesis committee. The thesis proposal is submitted before the student starts working on the thesis and needs to be approved by the thesis committee. The student will submit a written proposal including the rationale and outline of the topic to be covered in the thesis with indication of the scope of the literature to be reviewed. The proposal should include a background rationale, research questions, proposed methodology and data analysis plan.
The details of the thesis proposal can be found in the MSc Thesis Proposal Guideline.
Thesis
Successful completion of a thesis which must be defended at an oral exam. The details of the thesis can be found in the MSc Thesis Guideline.
Time Limits
Full-time: 6 terms – 2 years from initial registration
Apply to Graduate
You must apply to graduate online at Carleton Central by:
- April 1 for Spring Convocation (June)
- September 1 for Fall Convocation (November)
- December 1 for Winter Convocation (February – no ceremony)
Forms and Resources
| MSc Forms | Description |
|---|---|
| Graduate Student Forms | |
| Extension | MSc Students: FGPA requires a statement as to why the extension is required; and a specific timeline/schedule indicating how you intend to complete your program requirements within the extended term. |
| Leave of Absence (LOA): | For an administration charge, students with exceptional circumstances may apply for an exemption from registration for 1 term. The program completion time limit with be extended by the duration of the leave taken. Students on leave do not pay fees; as a result, they cannot access university services or awards. If you are a Teaching Assistant, you must also complete a TA Leave from Duties form in Carleton Central |
| Audit a Course | It is possible to audit a course with approval from the Professor and the MSc/PhD Director. Students may audit up to 1.0 credit during their program. Complete the form and obtain all signatures before submitting to FGPA. |
| Directed Study: Supervisor Agreement Form | Must be submitted and approved prior to work on project commencing. |
| MSc Thesis Proposal and Approval Thesis Defence Approval and Procedures | Refer to these documents prior to submitting your proposal and/or final thesis. |
| Travel/Research Bursary | Application for travel funds from FGPA for conference-related travel is now done online. To apply, go to Carleton Central, look under Awards and Financial Assistance and then click on Graduate Online Application Forms. Applications must be submitted at least one month prior to travel. |
| MSc Student Profile form | Please fill out this form so we can update the PhD/MSc Student directory |
| MSc Resources | Description |
|---|---|
| Current Grad Students | Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs homepage for current graduate students |
| Graduate Calendar | General regulations and guidelines |
| Learning Goals and Objectives for the MSc Program | The Learning Goals and Objectives for the MSc program |
| Graduate Students Association | The GSA provides many services to graduate students. Please visit their website for more information. |
| Maxwell MacOdrum Library | Journal articles and books can be accessed through the online library catalogue. Registered students can access the database off-campus. Visit library.carleton.ca/services/off-campus-database-access for login instructions. Matthew Gertler is the Business & Government Information Librarian and can be reached at 613-520-2600 ext. 8240 or matthew.gertler@carleton.ca if you need any research help. |
| Dates & Deadlines: | Academic Financial |
Graduate Professional Development
As a graduate student at Carleton, you have access to a variety of professional development resources. These include skill workshops, one-on-one career and writing consultations, career-oriented events, and even structured programs. Challenge yourself by acquiring new skills that can help you boost your employability.
To learn more, visit the Graduate Professional Development website at carleton.ca/gradpd.
SONA Research Management
Researchers often encounter challenges in data collection and accessing qualified participants. The Sprott participant pool offers a solution to overcome these obstacles. Learn more about the Sprott SONA Research Management pool.
Contact Us
MSc Administrator: msc_info@sprott.carleton.ca