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). Students may be granted exemption from required 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.
Required Courses
Accounting 601
Accounting 603
Business and Environment 777
Business Technology Management 601
Entrepreneurship and Innovation 601
Finance 601
Management Studies 611
Management Studies 613
Management Studies 715
Marketing 601
Operations Management 601
Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources 601
Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources 721
Strategy and Global Management 601
Specializations
Students must complete18 units (3 full-course equivalents) elective courses beyond therequired 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:
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Finance
- Global Energy Management and Sustainable Development
- Marketing
- Project Management
- Real Estate Studies
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 ݮƵ 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 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 MN/MBA
Students admitted to the MN/MBA will focus on courses for the MBA during the first year and on MN courses in year two. Typically, the remaining courses required will be completed in year three. Course requirements include:
a) MBA courses (51 units or 8.5 full-course equivalents):
b) MN courses (27 units or 4.5 full-course equivalents): Nursing 605, 609, 611, 621, 627, 629, 633, 634 and 683.
Combined MPlan/MBA
Students admitted to the MPlan/MBA will focus on courses for the MBA during the first year and on MPlan courses in years two and three. Typically, the Real Estate Studies specialization will be completed in year four. Course requirements include:
a) MBA courses (54 unitsor 9.0 full-course equivalents):
b) MPlan courses (45 units or 7.5 full-course equivalents):
- one of Environmental Design Planning 602 or 611;
- one of Environmental Design 620 or 640;
- Environmental Design Planning 621, 625, 626, 627,632, 634, 636 and 644;
- two Environmental Design elective courses(6 units), chosen from Environmental Design 616, 622, 624, 628, and 671; and
- one elective course (3 units).
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.
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).
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 42 units of required courses (7 full-course equivalents) with 18 units (3 full-course equivalents) of additional courses for a total of 60 units.
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.
Required Courses
Accounting 601
Accounting 603
Business Technology Management 601
Entrepreneurship and Innovation 601
Finance 601
Management Studies 611
Management Studies 613
Marketing 601
Operations Management 601
Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources 601
Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources 721
Strategy and Global Management 601
Management Studies 715
Business and Environment 777
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 42 units of required courses (7 full-course equivalents) with 18 units of additional courses (3 full-course equivalents) for a total of 60 units (10 full-course equivalents) 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, organizational behaviour and human resources, 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 795. Students should take Management Studies 795 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, which represents the student's specialization:
- Accounting
- Business Technology Management
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Environmental Management/Sustainable Development
- Finance
- Marketing
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources
- 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.