University of Lethbridge

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.Sc.(Mgt) - Master of Science in Management

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The MSc(Management) degree is a proven alternative to a traditional MBA, and focuses on building competencies in research in only 12-to-16 months. This intensive program provides students with the knowledge and hands-on experience to conduct rigorous and scholarly research into a business or management issue in the discipline of Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Management Information Systems, International Management, Marketing, or Policy & Strategy.

The MSc(Management) program attracts students with an interest in research and is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in Management, Commerce, or Business, and does not require any previous work experience. This rigorous, full-time program consists of four modules running over a 12-16 month period with the opportunity of acquiring a Master’s Degree in Management within 1 year!

The first module serves as a four-day orientation for students entering the program. This orientation is a comprehensive review of selected topics including statistics, information systems, library facilities and resources, and career development; this module is designed to orient students and faculty into the program.

During the second module, students begin the process of integrating research methodologies and different theories used across the various management fields of specialization. In the third module, students specialize in their area of interest, develop begin to develop their research proposals in more depth.

In the final module, students present their thesis proposals. After the successful defense of their research proposal students continue to conduct their primary research and analysis, writes up the thesis and schedules a thesis defense.

Whether your career goals are within academia, research, or the corporate sector, our graduate program will provide a value-added experience that will lead to many new employment opportunities for you to explore.

International Student Requirements:

For applicants whose first language is not English, TOEFL score of 580 paper-based, 237 computer-based, or IBT score of 93 (taken within the last two years). Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) Requirement. Evidence of ELP must be provided before admission will be offered. Aside from a TOEFL score, acceptable evidence of ELP for graduate studies may be any one of the following: 1. Successful completion of a baccalaureate or master's degree at a recognized institution where the language of instruction is English; 2. Successful completion of the Advanced Level, English as a Second Language for Academic Purposes (EAP), program at the University of Lethbridge; 3. Most recent IELTS score of at least 6.5 with no band less than 5.5, taken within the last two years.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No