Graduate Admissions

Minimum Admission Requirements

All applicants must meet the following MBA admission requirements in Canada to be considered for IBU graduate programs:

  • An undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution
  • A minimum GPA of B+ or equivalent
  • Resume documenting at least 2 years of work experience
  • Proof of English proficiency, if required

Applicants without a Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), or equivalent business degree may be required to complete two bridging courses before beginning the MBA program:

  • Quantitative Methods for Business
  • Introduction to Business

Direct Entry

Domestic and international applicants, including Ontario university graduates and out-of-province Canadian students, may apply directly by submitting an online application form.

Computer Requirements

Course materials are accessed through an online portal. All students must meet minimum computer specifications to support their studies.

The Capstone Project requires one of the following supported mobile platforms:

  • iOS: Version 8 or later
  • Android: API Level 19+ (Version 4.4 or higher)
  • Windows 10: UWP version

Students must also have the Icarus (Professional Accountancy) App installed. IBU may provide additional specialized software as required.

Graduate Application Process

Step 1

Submit your application and required documents using the online application form.
Application Form

The IBU Admissions team reviews your file. All of the following must be included for evaluation:

  • Official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions attended
  • Letter of Intent
  • Foreign transcript evaluation by an IBU-approved credentialing service (e.g., WES or ICAS), if applicable
  • English proficiency test scores (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, or equivalent) dated within two years

Application Form

A decision is issued by the IBU Registrar’s Office. Accepted applicants must pay the deposit to receive a formal Letter of Acceptance.
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Upon receiving the Letter of Acceptance, students must pay the balance of tuition fees before the start of each term..

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IBU will confirm your start date and welcome you to campus.

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This institution has been granted consent by the Minister of Colleges and Universities to offer this program for a five-year term starting April 4, 2023. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies or other educational institutions.)