Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Business Analytics

The ACBSP and NCMA-accredited Master of Business Administration (MBA) program from UCW prepares students for success on a global level. Students learn how to approach challenging situations with confidence, apply pragmatic solutions to problems, and ultimately drive the success of their organizations through intelligent decision-making.

The MBA program also includes relevant digital components (see course structure below) and collaborates with digital leaders such as Riipen, the Digital Marketing Institute, Salesforce (Trailhead), Tableau, and IBM to ensure students stay updated with upcoming technological trends.

Students can also qualify to earn certifications, including Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP), and more.

Graduates of the MBA program will be able to: • respond strategically to business challenges and opportunities. • assess ethical implications of business activities. • develop, implement and evaluate solutions to business problems. • formulate business decisions and systematic analysis that reflects critical thinking. • demonstrate effective skills to collaborate with diverse groups of people. • lead teams through the resolution of problems and successful completion of projects and tasks. • integrate personal values and perspectives into problem solving and take responsibility for decisions. • communicate ideas persuasively (written and oral) as a result of thorough analysis of information. • gather, analyze and synthesize information for a business context.

The Specialization in Business Analytics is supported by certifications in Microsoft Azure (Azure AI-900: Azure AI fundamental certification and Azure DP-900: Azure Data Fundamentals) and Amazon AWS (AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certificate) and stands out by emphasizing real-time, data-driven decision-making through partnerships with leading Canadian businesses, offering students access to proprietary datasets and cutting-edge tools. The program incorporates interdisciplinary perspectives, fostering collaboration with experts from diverse industries. Additionally, it provides a strong support network for students, ensuring smooth integration into the Canadian job market and developing future leaders in data-driven business innovation. Students may choose electives from a variety of fields, including Human Resources, Financial Management, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Project Management, and Entrepreneurship (see descriptions below). Each elective area consists of carefully designed courses that build specialized knowledge and practical skills, complementing the core MBA curriculum. Electives are available in Term 3 and Term 4, with prerequisites to ensure students are prepared for advanced coursework. Students are encouraged to select electives based on their career objectives and consult with academic advisors for guidance. Aspire Global Graduate Grant The Aspire Global Graduate Grant allows new international MBA students to pay the equivalent of domestic tuition fees when starting their studies at UCW in Fall 2025 Term, or any term in 2026.

International MBA Tuition Fees TotalAspire Global Graduate Grant ValueStudent Pays 2025$43,275$12,045$31,230 2026$46,095$13,305$32,790

Conditions: • The student must commence their program before their offer for admission expires. • The student must not change programs. • The student must pay all fees (that are not covered by the award) by their respective due dates. • The student must maintain good academic standing. • The student must maintain a full-time enrolment status.

Please Note: All scholarships, bursaries and awards are subject to change without prior notice. If the allocated pool of financial support is fully utilized by the eligible applicants before the end of the award program’s validity, the award you applied for may be withdrawn—unless you have already received an official Letter of Acceptance.