Online MBA FAQ

Online MBA Registration

Online MBA Policies and Processes

How do I appeal a grade?: If you believe there has been an error in the grading of a course, please contact the course instructor to request a grade review.
What happens if I fail a course?: If the failed course is a core course or concentration course, it must be re-taken and passed in order to meet the program requirement. If the failed course is an elective, you can either re-take the same course, or take a different elective course of the same credit value.
What is the minimum passing grade for MBA courses?: The minimum passing grade for a graduate level course at Carleton University is B-.Please review the grading regulations for the MBA.
Where do I find important deadline information?: The main student page has a Dates and Deadlines section, which has all of the term start and end dates listed, as well as the registration and financial dates and deadlines.

Online MBA Program Changes

Can I add, remove or change my concentration?: If you would like to add, remove, or change your concentration at any point in the program, please email the request to mbaadvising@sprott.carleton.ca. If you are choosing to add or change a concentration, we recommend deciding on a concentration early in the program, as this will make planning out your courses much easier.
Can I switch between Full-time and Part-time status?: Students are admitted into either the full-time or part-time program, and we recommend to maintain that status throughout the program, as this allows students to follow pre-designed course maps. Student status is not automatically updated based on registration. If you would like to change your student status for a full term or for the remainder […]
Can I take a break from studying for a term?: Yes. If you are planning to take a part-term off (7 weeks), you can simply not register for that part of term, and then resume registration the following part of term. You will need to adjust your course mapping accordingly. If you will be taking a full-term (4-month) off or more, you can request a […]

Online MBA Fees

Are there any scholarships or financial assistance available?: There is no funding provided on admission for the MBA program. There are some internal awards that students can apply for, such as donor-funded awards. Applications for these awards usually take place in the Fall term: https://gradstudents.carleton.ca/awards-and-funding/internal-awards/ The Online MBA is an OSAP eligible program (full-time and part-time): https://carleton.ca/awards/government-financial-aid/osap/online-mba-osap/
What are the fees for part-time vs full-time students?: Tuition and fee information for online programs can be found on the Student Accounts webpage: https://carleton.ca/studentaccounts/tuition-fees/online-mba-gr-fees/
Which fees are optional and how do I opt out?: All full-time students receive medical and dental coverage through the Graduate Students’ Association (GSA). This is charged once per year in the Fall term. If you have alternative coverage, you can opt out of this fee in the Fall: https://gsacarleton.ca/student-services/ All other fees are mandatory: https://carleton.ca/studentaccounts/tuition-fees/misc-fees/

Graduating from the Online MBA

Can I attend the graduation ceremony in person?: Absolutely! All graduates will be invited to the convocation ceremony. There is one ceremony per year in June. Information on the convocation ceremony can be found here: https://convocation.carleton.ca/
How do I check how many more credits I need before graduation?: At any point in your program, you can run your academic audit. Your audit will list your program requirements, and list all courses you have taken within those requirements. You can run your audit in Carleton Central> Academic Progress> myAudit If you have any questions about your audit, please email mbaadvising@sprott.carleton.ca.
How do I get my diploma?: If you are a Spring graduate (May) and you do not attend the graduation ceremony, Graduate Studies will mail out any remaining diplomas the week following the ceremony. For Fall (November) and Winter (February) graduates, all diplomas will be mailed out once degrees have been conferred. Please make sure your mailing address is up to […]
What is my time limit to finish the program?: Part-time students have a 5-year time limit to meet their program requirements. Full-time students have a 2-year time limit.
When and how do I apply for graduation?: You will apply for graduation when you are in your final term of study. Applications can be found in Carleton Central> Student Online Applications> Apply to Graduate Before applying to graduate, you should confirm your eligibility by reviewing your audit. If your audit indicates “ALL REQUIREMENTS IDENTIFIED BELOW HAVE BEEN MET” or “ALL REQUIREMENTS COMPLETED […]