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Our communities form the vital connections that bind our nation. They fuel economic growth, support sustainable agriculture, and contribute significantly to societal progress. Though modest in scale, Cape Breton's community presents immense possibilities. Discover an inviting island where residents recognize and nurture your potential as much as you do.
The MBA in CED delivers an innovative curriculum covering standard business disciplines while focusing on economic development, leadership strategies, governance, and change management. This program attracts future leaders across private enterprises, government agencies, and community organizations.
While numerous MBA options exist worldwide, Cape Breton University houses Canada's sole program centered on community economic development. Designed for those committed to local impact, we equip students with transformative knowledge to create meaningful change. The Shannon School of Business has proudly offered this distinctive MBA program since 1997.
Bachelor's degree with a B+ (75% average) from a recognised university
Satisfactory scores on the GMAT or GRE
TOEFL score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer test), or 80 (internet test)
IELTS Academic (and IELTS Indicator) score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0
CAEL score of 60 (this includes CAEL Online)
MELAB score of 85
Pearson PTE (Academic) score of 59
CanTEST score of 4.5 (reading & listening), 4.0 (writing)
Application deadline - September 2024 (Fall) - April 15, January 2025 (Winter) - September 15, 2024, May 2025 (Spring) - January 15, 2025.