Business Administration - Sustainable Innovation (MBA)
Think of us as the business school for the future. There are many businesses out there with the goal of changing the world for the better, but who will lead them? Now is the time to embrace a brave and bold new way of doing things.
The UVic MBA in Sustainable Innovation is designed to turn great minds into great innovators. We are here to challenge traditional modes of thinking, to help you navigate the complex challenges that we now face from economic, social and environmental perspectives.
This program has two modes of delivery:
- Daytime MBA program—for young professionals pursuing their MBA full-time
- Weekend MBA program—for working professionals who want to continue working while pursuing their MBA
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime MBA: 16 months (4 academic terms) | No | Yes |
| Weekend MBA: 24 months (6 academic terms) | No | Yes |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Master's
- Study options:
- Full-time study
- Program delivery:
- On-campus, Online, Blended, Other: Full-time with weekdays on campus, or part-time online with periodic weekends on campus
- Dynamic learning:
- Other: Co-op is required if you have less than 3 years of work experience.
Outcomes
- Business understanding: graduates will have a fundamental understanding of the core business disciplines
- Global mindset: graduates will have a global perspective and the international business knowledge to succeed in a complex world
- Sustainability/social responsibility: graduates will recognize that organizations and their members have a responsibility to the broader society of which they are a part, and act accordingly
- Professionalism: graduates will conduct themselves professionally, communicating effectively, collaborating productively and maintaining high ethical standards
- Integration: graduates will effectively integrate knowledge when making complex organizational decisions
- Creativity: graduates will foster and embrace creativity and innovation
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Program specific requirements
Work experience
- Daytime MBA: minimum 2 years
- Weekend MBA: minimum 6 years
We consider applicants who do not have an undergraduate degree if they have more than 15 years of professional experience. For more information, please contact mba@uvic.ca.
Application submission requirements
We assess candidates holistically based on their education, work and life experiences, personal submissions, references and Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) scores.
As part of your application, you must also submit:
Résumé/CV
Your résumé/CV should outline your work experience and other experiences that may be of interest to the committee, including volunteer and community involvement. Please make sure you include the following details for each experience:
- start and end dates, including month and year (i.e., Nov. 2019 - Aug. 2020)
- whether the position was full-time or part-time
- whether the position was ongoing, an internship or a co-operative education experience
Personal submissions
Your personal submissions are a chance for you to introduce yourself and define what sustainable innovation means to you. We encourage you to use examples from your professional life, academic accomplishments, community engagement, travels and other key events and activities in your life. This is a chance to provide insight into your leadership and teamwork skills, creative thinking, values and how you collaborate with others.
1. Career road map (written)
Tell us about your career goals and how the UVic MBA will help you achieve them.
- connect these goals to what you have already accomplished in your life, and what impact you hope to make in the future
- provide speicific examples
- must be a standard written document, 500-700 words in length
2. Sustainable innovation video
Tell us why the UVic MBA in Sustainable Innovation is a good fit for you and why you are a good fit for our program. Show us your understanding of the values and culture of the UVic MBA. Give us insight into who you are and what contributions you will make to the program.
This video submission must:
- be 3 minutes in length
- include you speaking
- be submitted by uploading it as an "unlisted" video to YouTube or another digital platform. Include the link to your video as a PDF document in your application.
References
Assessment reports are required from 2 academic or professional references who are familiar with your work.
- references should be individuals who can provide a candid assessment of your abilities
- reference names and email addresses are required when you complete your online application
- once your application is submitted, your references will automatically receive an email
- you may also upload a letter of reference to your online application in addition to the assessment report
GRE and GMAT scores
Daytime MBA
You must submit scores from the GMAT or GRE. These scores must be less than 5 years old. The GMAT is the preferred test for MBA.
GMAT
- minimum score requirement: 550
- score needed to be competitive: 620+
The institutional code for GMAT is C2H-GB-55.
GRE
You may submit a GRE score in place of the GMAT. To calculate your equivalent GRE score, use the GRE Comparison Table for Business Schools.
The institutional code for the GRE is 0989.
Waivers
Exam waivers can be considered for applicants who have:
- an existing master’s degree
- a CPA or other accounting designation
- CFA level 1 or more
- other credentials or combinations to use in lieu of the GMAT
- 10+ years of professional experience at a leadership level, including dealing with budgets
Applicants requesting a waiver must complete the waiver request form and upload it with their application.
Weekend MBA
Applicants may be required to take the GMAT or GRE, depending on their level of experience and credentials.
Executive Assessment (EA)
Applicants with 10+ years of professional experience who do not demonstrate sufficient financial experience, may submit an EA score as an alternative to the GMAT or GRE.
- minimum score requirement: 150
- score needed to be competitive: 153+
The institutional code for EA is C2H-GB-55.
Not sure whether you need the GMAT, GRE or EA exams? Email us to request an informal pre-assessment.
Program specific requirements
Work experience
- Daytime MBA: minimum 2 years
- Weekend MBA: minimum 6 years
We consider applicants who do not have an undergraduate degree if they have more than 15 years of professional experience. For more information, please contact mba@uvic.ca.
Application submission requirements
We assess candidates holistically based on their education, work and life experiences, personal submissions, references and Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) scores.
As part of your application, you must also submit:
Résumé/CV
Your résumé/CV should outline your work experience and other experiences that may be of interest to the committee, including volunteer and community involvement. Please make sure you include the following details for each experience:
- start and end dates, including month and year (i.e., Nov. 2019 - Aug. 2020)
- whether the position was full-time or part-time
- whether the position was ongoing, an internship or a co-operative education experience
Personal submissions
Your personal submissions are a chance for you to introduce yourself and define what sustainable innovation means to you. We encourage you to use examples from your professional life, academic accomplishments, community engagement, travels and other key events and activities in your life. This is a chance to provide insight into your leadership and teamwork skills, creative thinking, values and how you collaborate with others.
1. Career road map (written)
Tell us about your career goals and how the UVic MBA will help you achieve them.
- connect these goals to what you have already accomplished in your life, and what impact you hope to make in the future
- provide speicific examples
- must be a standard written document, 500-700 words in length
2. Sustainable innovation video
Tell us why the UVic MBA in Sustainable Innovation is a good fit for you and why you are a good fit for our program. Show us your understanding of the values and culture of the UVic MBA. Give us insight into who you are and what contributions you will make to the program.
This video submission must:
- be 3 minutes in length
- include you speaking
- be submitted by uploading it as an "unlisted" video to YouTube or another digital platform. Include the link to your video as a PDF document in your application.
References
Assessment reports are required from 2 academic or professional references who are familiar with your work.
- references should be individuals who can provide a candid assessment of your abilities
- reference names and email addresses are required when you complete your online application
- once your application is submitted, your references will automatically receive an email
- you may also upload a letter of reference to your online application in addition to the assessment report
GRE and GMAT scores
Daytime MBA
You must submit scores from the GMAT or GRE. These scores must be less than 5 years old. The GMAT is the preferred test for MBA.
GMAT
- minimum score requirement: 550
- score needed to be competitive: 620+
The institutional code for GMAT is C2H-GB-55.
GRE
You may submit a GRE score in place of the GMAT. To calculate your equivalent GRE score, use the GRE Comparison Table for Business Schools.
The institutional code for the GRE is 0989.
Waivers
Exam waivers can be considered for applicants who have:
- an existing master’s degree
- a CPA or other accounting designation
- CFA level 1 or more
- other credentials or combinations to use in lieu of the GMAT
- 10+ years of professional experience at a leadership level, including dealing with budgets
Applicants requesting a waiver must complete the waiver request form and upload it with their application.
Weekend MBA
Applicants may be required to take the GMAT or GRE, depending on their level of experience and credentials.
Executive Assessment (EA)
Applicants with 10+ years of professional experience who do not demonstrate sufficient financial experience, may submit an EA score as an alternative to the GMAT or GRE.
- minimum score requirement: 150
- score needed to be competitive: 153+
The institutional code for EA is C2H-GB-55.
Not sure whether you need the GMAT, GRE or EA exams? Email us to request an informal pre-assessment.
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* Based on an average program length. For a per term fee breakdown, view the tuition fee estimator for the Weekend program or the Daytime program.
Estimated values determined by the tuition fee estimator shall not be binding to the University of Victoria.
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