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.
Our MBA in Sustainable Innovation is a full-time program designed for working professionals, delivered in person, one weekend per month over 24 months.
| Expected length | Project or thesis | Course-based |
|---|---|---|
| 24 months (6 academic terms) | No | Yes |
Quick facts
- Program options:
- Master's
- Study options:
- Full-time study
- Program delivery:
- Other: On-campus one weekend per month
- Dynamic learning:
- Co-op optional
Outcomes
- Business understanding: graduates will have a fundamental understanding of the core business disciplines
- 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
- Global mindset: graduates will have a global perspective and the international business knowledge to succeed in a complex world
- 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 details
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Program details
Application deadlines
September entry – apply by April 30
September entry – apply by April 30
Admission requirements
Program specific requirements
- minimum 5 years of work experience
If you do not have an undergraduate degree, but have more than 15 years of professional experience we will consider your application. For more information, please email the MBA office.
Application submission requirements
We assess candidates holistically based on their education, work and life experiences, personal submissions, references and Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) and Executive Assessment (EA) scores, if required.
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.
There's no page limit. Your resume can be as long as needed to convey your relevant experiences to the admissions team.
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 specific 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
Test scores
Applicants may be required to take the GMAT, GRE or EA depending on their level of experience and credentials.
Not sure whether you need the GMAT, GRE or EA exams? Email us to request an informal pre-assessment.
Program specific requirements
- minimum 5 years of work experience
If you do not have an undergraduate degree, but have more than 15 years of professional experience we will consider your application. For more information, please email the MBA office.
Application submission requirements
We assess candidates holistically based on their education, work and life experiences, personal submissions, references and Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) and Executive Assessment (EA) scores, if required.
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.
There's no page limit. Your resume can be as long as needed to convey your relevant experiences to the admissions team.
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 specific 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
Test scores
Applicants may be required to take the GMAT, GRE or EA depending on their level of experience and credentials.
Not sure whether you need the GMAT, GRE or EA exams? Email us to request an informal pre-assessment.
Completion requirements
Funding & aid
Tuition & fees
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