Program Overview
The International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) at York University is a MBA programme in Business & Management over 20 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 20 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: CAD 35,537 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 22,982 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Toronto, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Contemporary challenges and strategic thinking
- Managerial decisions analysis
- Global stakeholder strategies
- International negotiation processes and techniques
- Integrative management experiences I
- Financial accounting for international managers
- The economic enviroment of international business
- Introduction to managerial finance for international managers
- Managing people and teams in a global context
- Global management accounting
- Integrated management experiences II
- Marketing management in a global context
- Marketing management in a global context
- Strategy for the global organization
- Design, control and improvement of processes
- Professional development for international managers
- International work term
- International field study
- Business communication and culture I
- Business communication and culture II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An undergraduate degree from a recognized university with at least a B average in the last two full years (or equivalent) of academic work.
- Proof of English language proficiency if studies were not completed in English. Applicants with English as a second language have the opportunity to enroll in the MBA/Specialized Master\xc2\x92s Preparation Program prior to beginning their studies.
- GMAT or GRE: An acceptable score on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination.
- Work Experience: Post degree work experience is not required however it is strongly recommended.
- Completion of the online application: The online application requires: essays (video and written), an updated resume, and 2 recommendations. Copies of transcripts and test scores may be uploaded to facilitate the initial review process.
- Please note, Admission to the IMBA is conditional upon completion of an oral proficiency interview (OPI). Students must achieve at least an intermediate-high level of verbal fluency in their language of specialization. The OPI is arranged through the IMBA program office after the offer of admission is extended.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 35,537 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 22,982 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 35,537 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 22,982 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact York University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About York University
York University
York, United States
York University is a major public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It’s one of Canada’s largest universities and known for its diverse student body, wide range of academic...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-12
- Language English
- Duration 20 months