Master of Business Administration Doctor of Pharmacy Combined Degrees Program (Business)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- North Campus (Edmonton), CanadaLocation
- Business Administration and PharmacyField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- North Campus (Edmonton)Campus
- Master of Business Administration, Doctor of PharmacyAwards
- Tuition on request — ask our teamFees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The Faculty of Business offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Business Administration, Master of Financial Management, Master of Accounting, and Doctor of Philosophy. In addition to the standard MBA program, specializations are available in International Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Natural Resources, Energy and the Environment, Finance, Public Policy and Management, and Sustainability.
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PhD specializations are Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Operations & Information Systems, and Strategy, Entrepreneurship & Management. APPLY NOW ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Faculty: Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Alberta School of Business Delivery Mode: On Campus Program Type: Course Based Degree Level: Doctoral, Master's Program Requirements
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeCourse Based
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Entry requirements
Acceptance by the Faculty of Business (for admission into the MBA program) and by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (for admission into the PharmD program) separately are prerequisites for admission into the MBA/PharmD Combined Degrees program. Admission into each Faculty will be determined by the same selection process and criteria as for other students. In addition, each student must be admitted into the Combined Degrees program, admission will be determined by a selection committee composed of representatives of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Faculty of Business. Because this is a special program, particular attention in the selection process will be given to: The student’s past academic achievement; and The student’s maturity, interest and a rationale of how such a combined program will enhance the student’s career and professional skills [University of Alberta Calendar, The Degree of MBA (Business) ] · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 61 · English test waiver: Applicants may satisfy the requirement without a test by holding a degree, or its academic equivalent, from an institution recognised by the University of Alberta at which the language of instruction is English; GPS also maintains a list of international post-secondary institutions at which the language requirement is English. The requirement is not waived for students temporarily in Canada, and departments and GPS may require further demonstration of proficiency. Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-8-english-language-proficiency-requirement.html · Application fee: CAD 135.00 for all applications to graduate programs, charged at the end of the online application and payable by credit card only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover; Visa/Mastercard debit and prepaid cards are not accepted). Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-4-application-fee.html
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- TuitionTuition on request — ask our team
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsThe Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies administers over CAD 35 million each year in scholarships, awards and financial support for graduate students; opportunities vary by faculty. GPS states that there are limited funding opportunities for students in part-time graduate study or completing a certificate programme. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Starting term(s): Fall. Domestic applicants: Fall application window: Oct. 1 – May 1 International applicants: Fall application window: Oct. 1 – March 1 Deadline row covers specializations: General Source: Graduate Program Application Deadlines (https://…
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Frequently asked questions
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
Acceptance by the Faculty of Business (for admission into the MBA program) and by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (for admission into the PharmD program) separately are prerequisites for admission into the MBA/PharmD Combined Degrees program. Admission into each Faculty will be determined by the same selection process and criteria as for other students. In addition, each student must be admitted into the Combined Degrees program, admission will be determined by a selection committee composed of representatives of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences and the Faculty of Business. Because this is a special program, particular attention in the selection process will be given to: The student’s past academic achievement; and The student’s maturity, interest and a rationale of how such a combined program will enhance the student’s career and professional skills [University of Alberta Calendar, The Degree of MBA (Business) ] · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; PTE Academic 61 · English test waiver: Applicants may satisfy the requirement without a test by holding a degree, or its academic equivalent, from an institution recognised by the University of Alberta at which the language of instruction is English; GPS also maintains a list of international post-secondary institutions at which the language requirement is English. The requirement is not waived for students temporarily in Canada, and departments and GPS may require further demonstration of proficiency. Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-8-english-language-proficiency-requirement.html · Application fee: CAD 135.00 for all applications to graduate programs, charged at the end of the online application and payable by credit card only (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover; Visa/Mastercard debit and prepaid cards are not accepted). Source: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/graduate-studies/resources/policies-procedures/graduate-program-manual/section-5-admissions/5-4-application-fee.html
Is there a scholarship?
The Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies administers over CAD 35 million each year in scholarships, awards and financial support for graduate students; opportunities vary by faculty. GPS states that there are limited funding opportunities for students in part-time graduate study or completing a certificate programme. Source View scholarship page
Is it accredited?
Pharmacy (Pharmacist): Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP). CCAPP publishes a status and a term for each programme, and the status matters: Accreditation (up to six years), Conditional, Probationary, and the two pre-accreditation awards. CCAPP states that graduates of a programme holding PROVISIONAL accreditation are deemed by CCAPP to be graduates of an accredited programme, but that QUALIFYING accreditation 'brings no rights and privileges of accreditation' - and t…
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