UofC

Location:
MBA Program: Scurfield Hall, Room 302
PhD Program: Scurfield Hall, Room 424

Phone:
MBA Program: 403.220.3808
PhD Program: 403.220.6073
Fax: 403.282.0095

Email address:
mbarequest@haskayne.ucalgary.ca
phdrequest@haskayne.ucalgary.ca
Web page URL: haskayne.ucalgary.ca 

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Master of Business Administration (MBA), course-based and thesis-based

Specializations:

• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Finance
• Marketing
• Project Management
• Global Energy Management and Sustainable Development
• Global Energy (Executive MBA only)
• Energy and Environmental Systems (Interdisciplinary, thesis-based only)*

*See the Calendar section on Interdisciplinary Specializations for further information.

Joint programs, offered with other Faculties:

Juris Doctor/Master of Business Administration (JD/MBA)
Master of Public Policy/Master of Business Administration (MPP/MBA)
Master of Social Work/Master of Business Administration (MSW/MBA)
Master of Biomedical Technology/Master of Business Administration (MBT/MBA)
Doctor of Medicine/Master of Business Administration (MD/MBA) (“Leaders in Medicine” Program)

Master of Business Administration (course-based)

a) The course-based MBA program is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in management and is offered to students who possess a four-year degree or equivalent in any discipline. The program consists of required courses designed to create integrative business skills and elective courses where students have the opportunity to pursue areas of specialization.

b) Students can complete the Haskayne MBA through full-time study either through the daytime or the evening.

c) Students in the day option can choose one of two streams: (1) registration over an 8-month (Fall and Winter) period; or (2) registration over a 12-month period. Faculty of Graduate Studies General Fees assessment will align with the selected option (see General Fees Assessed on A Per Term Basis).

d) The day option normally takes 20 months to complete (from first registration, whether in an 8- or 12-month stream), while the evening option normally takes thee years.

e) Normally, combined programs (JD/MBA, MPP/MBA, MSW/MBA, MBT/MBA, MD/MBA) must be completed full-time during the day.

f) Students in the Haskayne MBA program may choose a specialization in Finance, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Marketing, Global Energy Management and Sustainable Development or Project Management. They may also elect not to have an area of specialization.

Executive MBA

The Executive MBA is offered jointly by the University of Calgary and the University of Alberta on alternate weekends and periodic intensive weeks. It is designed for those who wish to participate in an intensive MBA study program while still continuing actively in their careers. Students in the Executive  MBA program may choose a specialization in Finance or may elect not to have an area of specialization.

Executive MBA – Specializing in Global Energy

The Global Energy focused delivery of the Executive MBA maintains the core content of the MBA program and the alternative scheduling of the EMBA that is more conducive to executives who remain active in their career. The Global Energy Executive MBA curriculum emphasizes energy-focused business from a global perspective. The material is delivered through six distinct learning modules, each conducted over a period of three to five months. These modules feature intensive two-week residencies providing real-world experiences in international energy centres. All graduates of the Global Energy Executive MBA receive a specialization in Global Energy.

Master of Business Administration (thesis-based)

This program of studies is designed for students wishing to pursue a special research interest in the Haskayne School of Business. It is normally offered to students who possess a Bachelor of Commerce degree or its equivalent. The thesis program will admit only those students who can demonstrate a serious commitment to research, the ability to work independently in the production of a thesis, and a qualified supervisor who is interested in overseeing their research program.

Doctor of Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy program offers talented research-oriented students the opportunity to pursue an academic career in business-related subjects.

Master of Business Administration

In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements, the MBA program requires:

a) A current résumé.

b) A 250-word response to each of “How, considering your career progress to date, does an MBA fit in with your future career goals?” and “When thinking of your own personal successes, were they a result of your own personal skills or your ability to work with others? Please describe”.

c) For students required to prove proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL score of 580 (paper-based), or 97 (Internet-based test), or an IELTS score of 7.0.

d) Completion of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT*) with a recommended minimum score of 550 or an equivalent Graduate Record Examination (GRE) for the Haskayne MBA with high scores on both verbal and quantitative subcomponents. It is recommended that students should place above the 70th percentile on overall test scores. A minimum GMAT score of 600 or an equivalent GRE is required for the thesis program.

e) Two reference letters.

f) For the course-based MBA program only, the equivalent of at least 2 years of appropriate work experience.

g) For applicants to the thesis-based program, normally a Bachelor of Commerce with a minimum grade point average of 3.30 on a four-point scale.

h) For applicants to the Executive MBA (EMBA) delivery formats, the equivalent of at least seven years of work experience, a number of years of which must have carried management or professional responsibility.

i) Applicants to the EMBA specializing in Global Energy must be eligible to travel internationally.

j) Applicants may be interviewed by a member of the Admissions Committee as part of the application screening process.

k) An applicant to a combined MBA program (JD/MBA, MPP/MBA, MSW/MBA, MBT/MBA, MD/MBA) must be admitted to the MBA program, and make separate application for admission to the other program. The respective Combined Program Committee will review each application. Normally, only a full-time student in the Haskayne MBA Program may take a combined program.

Please note that receiving admission to both individual programs does not guarantee admission to the combined program.

Note: An applicant who has completed a bachelor’s degree with an admission grade point average (GPA) from 2.50 to 2.99 may be admitted to an MBA course-based program as a regular student on the basis of the following equivalent achievement score: [(GPA x 200) + GMAT] >/= 1150.*

Doctor of Philosophy

In addition to the Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements, the Haskayne School of Business requires:

a) Normally, an MBA degree or equivalent from a recognized institution with a recommended minimum admission grade point average of 3.50 on a four-point scale. Students with an undergraduate or master’s degree in an area other than business may be required to complete a qualifying period to gain a general business background before beginning the normal doctoral course requirements.

It is possible to enter the PhD program without an MBA or other master’s degree. Consult the Director of the PhD Program for further information.

b) Completion of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT*) with a recommended minimum score of 650, with high scores on both verbal and quantitative subcomponents. (Many successful applicants have earned scores of 700 and above). As an alternative to a GMAT score, results on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) will be considered. Overall GRE test score in the 85th percentile is the recommended minimum.

c) For those students required to prove proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL score of 580(paper-based), or 97 (Internet-based test), or an IELTS score of 7.0, or a MELAB score of 83, or a PTE score of 68.

d) Current CV.

e) Two reference letters.

f) A personal statement outlining objectives, intent and commitment to a research program.

g) Availability of a research-active supervisor and resources for the area in which the student wishes to study.

Work experience in business or public organizations will be considered.

See the PhD program website haskayne.ucalgary.ca/programs/phd/admissions for more information. Approved changes to the program standards and requirements will be posted on the website.

*Consult the Haskayne School of Business about the Graduate Management Admission Test.

March 1 for international applicants (September admission)
Refer to website for other deadlines.

PhD and MBA (thesis-based) programs
January 15 for September admission - year-round admission assessment and decision possible for exceptional students with complete applications.

Combined programs
As separate application to applicable program is required, please see relevant program for deadlines.

The applicant must make advanced credit requests as part of the admission process to the MBA program. Credit will not be given for course work taken as part of another completed degree/diploma or for courses taken to bring the grade point average to a required level for admission.

Course requirements for doctoral students will be based on the student’s background and program needs. Credit for previous courses will be provided as appropriate.

In addition to the requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, the Haskayne School of Business requires:

MBA (course-based)
The MBA degree normally consists of 60 units (10 full-course equivalents): 19 3-unit (half) courses and two 1.5-unit (quarter) courses. Students may be granted exemption from foundation courses based upon prior academic preparation and with the approval of the Associate Dean (MBA Program). Students must complete a minimum of 45 units (7.5 full-course equivalents), of which a maximum of 15 units (2.5 full-course equivalents) may be transfer credit from another recognized graduate program, for the MBA degree.

Foundation Courses
Accounting 601
Accounting 603
Business Technology Management 601
Finance 601
Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601
Management Studies 611
Management Studies 613
Marketing 601
Operations Management 601
Strategy and Global Management 601
Management Studies 601

Integrative Courses
Management Studies 715
Business and Environment 777
Management Studies 770

Specializations
Students must complete 21 units (3.5 full-course equivalents) elective courses beyond the foundation and integrative courses. Students may select an area of specialization normally consisting of 12 units (2.0 full-course equivalents). Students wishing to specialize may choose from the following areas:

• Finance
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Marketing
• Global Energy Management and Sustainable Development
• Project Management

Students who elect not to choose an area of specialization may choose instead from various graduate courses offered by the Haskayne School of Business. Subject to the approval of the Associate Dean (MBA Program) and the Faculty of Graduate Studies, graduate courses offered at the University of Calgary outside the Haskayne School of Business may also be taken.

Combined JD/MBA
A student admitted to the combined JD/MBA program spends the first year doing core studies in one program and the second year doing core studies in the other program. The remaining years in the program combine Law and Business courses in a way that will allow the achievement of both degrees in four rather than five years (please consult the MBA office).

Combined MSW/MBA
A student admitted to the combined MSW/MBA program will require an undergraduate degree in Social Work (BSW) or equivalent. The MSW/MBA degree can be completed in two years of study (24 months) including Fall/Winter and Summer (including Spring Intersession) Terms (please consult the MBA office).

Combined MBT/MBA
A student admitted to the combined MBT/MBA program will require an undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent (please consult the MBA office).

Combined MD/MBA
A student admitted to the MD/MBA program spends the first year in the MBA program, completing a minimum of 36 units (6.0 full-course equivalents). The student will be required to hold an undergraduate degree and be admitted to both the MD and MBA programs. A program will be developed for each student under the guidelines of the Leaders in Medicine program (please consult the MBA office).

Combined MPP/MBA
Students must meet the admission requirements for the Faculty of Graduate Studies and those for the MBA and MPP programs. Please consult the MBA Admissions Officer or the MPP Program Manager for more information.

Executive MBA
The delivery format of the program is different from the Haskayne MBA program and requires more integrative types of sessions and activities. However, the program requires many of the same courses as are required in the Haskayne MBA program. The Executive MBA has 54 core course units with six elective units for a total of 60 units. A complete course overview can be found on the Haskayne website.

In general, students in this program are expected to follow a general curriculum rather than electing an area-specific specialization. However, there is the opportunity to elect a specialization in Finance.

Foundation Courses
Accounting 601
Accounting 603
Business Technology Management 601
Finance 601
Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601
Management Studies 611
Management Studies 613
Marketing 601
Operations Management 601
Strategy and Global Management 601
Management Studies 601

Integrative Courses
Management Studies 715
Business and Environment 777
Management Studies 770

Finance Specialization
Students taking the Finance specialization will complete 12 units in the area of Finance: Finance 751 (3 units) plus 9 units of 700-level Finance courses.

Executive MBA– Specializing in Global Energy
The delivery format of the program is different from the Haskayne MBA and Calgary-based Executive MBA programs. Course delivery will include more integrative types of sessions and activities, offered in modules in a variety of locations. The course content of the MBA required courses above, will be completed through the alternative delivery format with the added benefits of the networking and alternative scheduling for business career professionals and a real-world global experience with international travel. It is expected that all participants entering the program in a given year will complete the program requirements at the same pace, completing all of them over the same 19-month time frame. The Executive MBA Specializing in Global Energy has the same 13 core course credits with 7 additional courses for a total of 20 as the other MBA programs. A complete course overview can be found on the Haskayne website.

MBA (thesis-based)
a) A minimum of 24 units (4.0 full-course equivalents selected by the student in consultation with their supervisor. Among these 24 units (4.0 full-course equivalents), a course in research methods (Management Studies 773), Business and Environment 777 and Strategy and Global Management 601, or 795 are required. MBA Thesis students are also invited and encouraged to take one or more doctoral-level courses as part of their programs.

b) Approval of each individual's program by the Director, MBA (thesis-based) Program.
Students who lack courses in one or more of the functional disciplines in management (i.e., accounting, business technology management, finance, human resources and organizational dynamics, operations management, marketing) may be required to take courses in those areas in partial fulfillment of their program either as part of, or in addition to, the normal 24 units (4.0 full-course equivalents) requirement.

Doctor of Philosophy
The program consists of a minimum of 36 units (6.0 full-course equivalents). Two of these are core courses required of all students. In addition, students choose at least five courses in their chosen area(s) of study and five research methods courses.

a) Two core courses – Management Studies 794 and 792. Students should take Management Studies 792 during the Spring/Summer Sessions between their first and second years.

b) Courses in the area(s) of study: Students will take a minimum of 15 units (2.5 full-course equivalents) in their area(s) of study. Students can choose a major area and a minor area. The major area must be chosen from those offered within the Haskayne School of Business:

• Accounting
• Business Technology Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Environmental Management/Sustainable Development
• Finance
• Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics
• Marketing
• Operations Management
• Risk Management and Insurance
• Strategy and Global Management

Students will be required to take a minimum of 9 units (1.5 full-course equivalents) from the major area.

c) Minor Area – The minor area of study must complement the major area. It may be chosen from those areas offered within the Haskayne School of Business or from those offered from other faculties. Students will be required to take a minimum of 3 units (0.5 full-course equivalent) in their minor area.

d) Research Methods and Statistics: Students are required to choose either Stream A or Stream B and to take at least two courses in their selected Stream from the following lists.

Stream A: Economics 615/495; Economics 715/497; Operations Management 799.03

Stream B: Management Studies 773; 783; Strategy and Global Management 796

Nine units (1.5 full-course equivalents) additional courses in research methods and statistics (a total of fifteen units) are required, offered within the Haskayne School of Business or by other faculties.

The typical student will take 36 units (6.0 full-course equivalents) over the first 20 months of the program. The number of courses may vary according to the student's particular program and background. Students work closely with their research-active supervisors who help guide them to the appropriate courses within and outside the School. There is also a requirement to complete courses/workshops at the Teaching and Learning Centre to develop necessary teaching skills.

Attendance at an orientation session is mandatory for all incoming students in all MBA program options and for all incoming doctoral students. Regular attendance at seminars offered by the PhD program, their disciplinary Areas, and the School is required of all doctoral students.

Credit for undergraduate courses taken prior to admission may be granted based on the approval of the Associate Dean (MBA Program).

Thesis-based Master: five years
Course-based Master: six years
Doctor of Philosophy: six years
MSW/MBA: seven years

Note: It is expected that all participants entering the Executive MBA delivery format of the MBA program in a given year will complete the program requirements at the same pace, completing all of them over the same 20-month time frame.

Doctoral and MBA (thesis-based) students are required to have secured a permanent supervisor within the first twelve months of their program. For doctoral students, a supervisory committee reflective of the student’s research interests is required within three months after the permanent supervisor has been approved.

Candidacy

Doctoral students are required to complete written candidacy examinations developed by the supervisory committee within twenty-eight months of commencing the program. These often combine take-home examinations and an oral examination completed within a period of one month. Questions on the research proposal may be included in the candidacy exam. The written candidacy examination format may differ depending on the major area and the supervisory committee. Students are advised to consult with their supervisors at least six months in advance of the candidacy examination dates.

Revised candidacy requirements will be posted in the 2016-2017 academic year.

Thesis Examination

MBA thesis and doctoral students will complete an oral thesis examination at the end of their programs.

The student presentation portion of the thesis examination is public.

In addition to Faculty of Graduate Studies regulations for thesis examination, the program requires:

Scheduling of the Examination

All members of the Supervisory Committee must have reviewed the student’s research, including a relevant written sample of the materials related to the thesis, before an examination can be scheduled.

Composition of the Committee

The Internal Examiner may be internal to the home program.

Students whose research involves human subjects must receive approval from the Haskayne School of Business and from the University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board before beginning data collection. Doctoral students are required to have an acceptable research proposal before commencing their dissertation research. MBA (Thesis) students must secure approval from the supervisor before beginning thesis research.

None.

Financial assistance may be available to qualified students. For information on awards, please see the Awards and Financial Assistance section of this Calendar.

MBA Thesis and doctoral students applying for scholarships must submit their applications to the Program Director by January 15.

The Haskayne School of Business provides assistance for doctoral students in the form of Graduate Assistantships, Faculty of Graduate Studies Scholarships, the Robert Willson Scholarship, and the Marion Janet and Ian Stormont Forbes Graduate Scholarship. Students should also enquire about scholarships available from the Faculty of Graduate Studies. All admitted full-time MBA students will be automatically considered for Business scholarships.

Successful applicants will be required to confirm their acceptance of an offer of admission into the MBA program with an online non-refundable $500 deposit to the Haskayne School of Business. The $500 will be credited toward fees upon registration.

The active research interests of the faculty can be found at haskayne.ucalgary.ca/faculty-research.