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Program Requirements

The Carleton University Master of Business Administration degree requires successful completion of 30 quarter (0.25 credit) courses with a grade of B- or higher. The program consists of:

• Mandatory MBA Skills Workshop (0.0 credits)
• 17 core courses [4.25 credits]
• 9 Business Analytics courses [2.25 credits]
• 4 additional courses [1.0 credit]

Sprott will deliver 1.0 credits from of the following courses:

The courses delivered may change from cohort to cohort.
Students are admitted as a cohort. Applications are accepted only at the commencement of each cohort.

The Minor in Human Resources and Management is open only students pursuing Bachelor of Arts Honours with a Major in Psychology.

To add this minor, students must have (i) completed at least 4.0 credits toward their Bachelor of Arts Honours with a Major in Psychology program requirements with a minimum overall CGPA of 7.00; and (ii) successfully completed PSYC 2801 prior to entry in to the Minor, with a minimum grade of B+.

Note: PSYC 3801 must be successfully completed prior to taking any of the 4000-level BUSI courses listed in the Minor.

For program requirements, please see the Undergraduate Calendar.

The Minor in Business (Entrepreneurship) is designed for students pursuing a non-business degree program who have aspirations of launching their own business or an enterprise within an organization. Hands-on learning is emphasized and students will have the opportunity to design and create their own business.

The Minor in Business (Entrepreneurship) enhances your education and career opportunities by equipping you with an entrepreneurial mindset and business skills that complement your academic foundation.

Why Study Entrepreneurship?

Developing an entrepreneurial mindset is beneficial to students in all disciplines. It will help you to prepare for and adapt to an employment landscape that is dynamic and uncertain. Learn how to pitch ideas, create new businesses and to commercialize your talents.

Hone Skills in Creativity and Ideation

Learn to harness your imagination to find new ways of doing things and to identify new business opportunities. Collaborate with students from different programs, drawing upon diverse backgrounds to inspire innovative ideas.

Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Learn how to approach opportunities and challenges like an entrepreneur. Develop skills such as initiative, critical thinking, communication and adaptability. Learn how to solve problems through design thinking and succeed in a variety of settings.

Learn How to Bring Your Idea to Market

Learn how to turn your idea into a real business venture or social enterprise. Develop a valuable business skillset. Learn about financing, strategies for growth, and how to develop a business plan.

For program requirements, please see the Undergraduate Calendar.

A minor in business option is designed for students registered in the Bachelor of Engineering. Students who meet the required course and elective requirements will receive a Minor in Business for Engineers designation on their transcript and diploma.

Eligibility for Minor in Business for Bachelor of Engineering:

Only students pursuing undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering programs who have completed at least 4.0 credits toward their degrees with a minimum overall CGPA of 5.00 may be admitted to Minor in Business for Bachelor of Engineering.

For program requirements, please see the Undergraduate Calendar.

A minor in business option is designed for students registered in a degree program other than the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of International Business. Students who meet the required course and elective requirements will receive a Minor in Business designation on their transcript and diploma.

BEng students: please refer to the Minor in Business for Engineers.

Eligibility for Minor in Business:

Only students pursuing undergraduate programs (except BCom and BIB) requiring at least 20.0 credits to graduate and who have completed at least 4.0 credits toward their degree, with a minimum Overall CGPA of 7.0, may be admitted to Minor in Business.

For program requirements, please see the Undergraduate Calendar.

This minor is designed to equip non-business students with the business and management skills to pursue careers in arts and culture, whether in institutions or as sole practitioners. Ottawa, with its world-class festivals and museums, its performing arts community housed in the National Arts Centre and the myriad of galleries and community based arts organizations provides an ideal learning environment for students interested in this field.

Students who meet the required course and elective requirements will receive a Minor in Arts Management designation on their transcript and diploma.

Eligibility for a Minor in Arts Management:

Only students pursuing undergraduate programs (except BCom and BIB) requiring at least 20.0 credits to graduate and who have completed at least 4.0 credits toward their degrees with a minimum overall GPA of 7.00 may be admitted to the Minor in Arts Management.

For program requirements, please see the Undergraduate Calendar.

Canadian Academic Institutions

• Acadia University
• Algonquin College
• Brock University
• Carleton University
• Dalhousie University
• Fairleigh Dickinson University
• Kwantlen Polytechnic University
• Lakehead University
• Laurentian University
• Memorial University
• Nipissing University
• Ontario Tech University (UOIT)
• Royal Roads University
• Ryerson University
• St Francis Xavier University
• Thompson Rivers University
• Trent University
• University of Guelph
• University of Ottawa
• University of Regina
• University of Waterloo
• University of Windsor
• University of Winnipeg
• Vancouver Island University

International/USA Academic Institutions

• California State University Sacramento
• Clarkson University
• Indian Institute of Technology (ITT) Kanpur
• Morgan State University
• North Carolina Central University
• North South University
• The Open University Business School
• University of Bedfordshire
• University of North Carolina at Pembroke
• University of North Florida
• University of San Diego
• University of Tampa
• University of Wisconsin-Parkside
• University of Wisconsin – Whitewater

Develop the essential skills and expertise to manage geographically dispersed networks of suppliers, manufacturers, logistics service providers, transportation carriers, distributors, service support operators and customers. Prepare for careers in business analysis, logistics, procurement, project management, quality assurance, and business transformation.

This program has been approved for advanced standing towards attaining the Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation.

Gain the critical thinking, analytical and creative skills to effectively manage the development, promotion and distribution of products and services. Learn how to build and sustain high-value customer relationships. Prepare for careers in marketing, sales, advertising, brand management, and customer relationship management.

Develop employer-valued skills and experience in managing and understanding people and their work relationships at the individual, group and organizational levels. Prepare for careers in management consulting, talent acquisition, training and development, and strategic human resources.

Prepare for global careers by gaining an appreciation for the global environment and a foundation of international finance, marketing and global expansion strategies, the interpersonal skills to manage in diverse contexts, and first-hand international experience.

Gain the most current technical skills and the soft skills to succeed in high-paced business environments. Graduate into a highly sought fields – such as business analysis, data analytics, IT management – and help organizations create business value by applying knowledge of business processes and technology to create and enhance strategic opportunities.