Accelerated MBA for Business Graduates (AMBA)

Frequently asked questions

• How much does Accelerated MBA for Business Graduates (AMBA) cost?

  CAD 65,739 / year.

• What English score does it need?

  IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.

• When does it start?

  Intakes listed for this programme: January 2027.

• How long is it?

  1 year, as listed by the university.

• What are the entry requirements?

  As published by Smith School of Business: Admission Process Your Application Advisor will work with you to ensure that your application is not only complete, but presents you and your qualifications in the best possible light. There is no fee to apply to Smith's Accelerated MBA program. Admission Requirements An undergraduate degree in business, commerce or a related field with a minimum B average and completion of the following prerequisite business courses with a B or better grade. Accounting Finance Macroeconomics Microeconomics Statistics Marketing Organizational Behaviour Operations Strategy A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience. Step One: Preliminary Assessment Application Advisors will work with you through every step of the application process. Begin your preliminary assessment by completing the online application form and attaching a scanned copy of resume and your transcripts (if available). An Application Advisor will review and contact you (normally within 2-3 business days) and suggest helpful ways to strengthen your file. To speak with an Application Advisor, call toll-free 1.888.393.2622. Step Two: Complete your Application File Applications for admission to the program must include: Application Form To be completed online. Resume A current resume that includes academic experience, work experience, memberships in professional associations, and volunteer and community activities. Official Transcripts An official transcript from each post-secondary institution you have attended. Cover Letter A cover letter outlining current responsibilities and assignments, career accomplishments, reasons for applying to the Accelerated MBA Program and your professional and personal goals. Two References Referees will be provided a link by your Application Advisor. Personal Interview An interview with the Program Director, either in person or virtual, upon completion of your application. Applicants will be evaluated on the depth of their work experience, academic background and management/leadership skills. In some cases, the GMAT may be recommended as a way to strengthen your application file. Please send original transcripts to: Accelerated MBA, Admissions Committee The Stephen J.R. Smith School of Business Goodes Hall, Queen's University, Room 330 Kingston, Ontario Canada K7L 3N6 We hold all application materials in complete confidence. Ready to Apply? There is no application fee. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as space and scholarships are limited. To qualify for the first round of academic scholarships, candidates must complete their ... · English: IELTS 7.0; PTE Academic 65 · English test waiver: Applicants whose native language includes English are not required to sit an English-language proficiency test. A final grade of 80% or more in ESLA 140 or ESLA 150 from Queen's University's English for Academic Purposes Program, achieved at the time of application, may also remove the test requirement. Source: https://www.queensu.ca/grad-postdoc/grad-studies/apply · GRE/GMAT: In some cases the GMAT may be recommended as a way to strengthen an application file; it is not a stated minimum requirement. · Application fee: Smith publishes: 'There is no application fee.' · Deposit: CAD 5000.00 - 'Upon acceptance into the program, a deposit of $5,000 is required to hold your place.' Source: https://smith.queensu.ca/mba_programs/amba/program-details/admissions.php

• Is there a scholarship?

  Smith School of Business awards entrance scholarships to admitted students in its graduate and MBA programmes; awards are administered by the programme and are described on the programme's own Scholarships page at smith.queensu.ca. Queen's also publishes central international awards at. Amounts for this programme are not published as a fixed figure on the pages read for this record View scholarship page

• Is it accredited?

  Business school accreditation — AACSB (institutional quality mark, NOT a licence to practise): AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business); Business school accreditation — EQUIS (EFMD; institutional quality mark, NOT a licence to practise): EFMD Global (EQUIS - EFMD Quality Improvement System)