
Course at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- Guelph, CanadaLocation
- agri-business development, business, changemaking, communications, corporate social responsibility, data, data analytics, decision making, entrepreneurship, evidence-based management, food, food supply chains, government policy & laws, human perceptions…Field of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- GuelphCampus
- Doctor of PhilosophyAwards
- $19,681Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The MSc in Management program provides an awareness of theories of management, research methods, data analysis and other core management topics. It also requires completion of a thesis (for students in the Management Research field) or Major Research Project (MRP) (for students in the Accounting and Innovation, Commercialization and Entrepreneurship field) under the guidance and supervision of a member of the graduate faculty.
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The MSc in Management offers opportunities for study in the fields of: Management Research: with emphasis on evidence-based decision-making, is designed to equip students with the necessary skills create knowledge and to support managerial decisions, with evidence-based reasoning. Courses are designed in a hybrid format with a mix of face-to-face meetings, seminars and lectures as well as online learning. Students in the Management Research field complete a resea
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University & programme
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Completion of a graduate/master's degree from a recognised university with a grade average of at least 73% (B) in the master's programme. Two referee assessment forms and transcripts from every post-secondary institution attended are required. Some programmes offer direct admission to the PhD from an honours bachelor's degree. Programme minimum admission average: 80% (stated range 80-84%). Programme-specific requirements: To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the minimum requirements of a four-year honours undergraduate degree with a minimum average of 73% during the final two years of study. For the field specialization in Accounting, subject area coverage should be equivalent to that required for entry into the CPA Professional Education Program. Applicants to the Management Research and Accounting field who do not hold an honours degree with a major in, or possess an undergraduate degree with a strong emphasis in related management fields, may be required to complete additional prerequisites or academic upgrading. Applicants must submit their transcripts, referee assessment, statement of intent, and resume/CV. Applicants to the Management Research field must submit GMAT or GRE scores. In cases where English is a second language, the applicant must also submit International English Langua · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Certification is required only where the applicant's first language is not English. Other accepted tests: CAEL 70 overall; MELAB 85; Oxford English Language Level Test (ELLT) 7. The advanced level of the University of Guelph English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) satisfies the requirement; admission may also be offered on condition of completing the Graduate Preparation Program (GPP, two semesters). · GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT referenced in the programme's own admission requirements - see entry_requirements. · Application fee: CAD 125.00 (non-refundable, payable to OUAC)
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$19,681 CAD / year≈ $14,471 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsTuition and funding: Full-time PhD students are offered guaranteed financial support in their offer of admission. The funding extends throughout the program duration for all eligible semesters (generally the first 12 full-time semesters) and can include a combination of: Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA), Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA), Graduate Service Assistantships (GSA), scholarships and awards. Minimum guaranteed funding for PhD students (full-time) is: Domestic students: $21,000 per year for 4 years; International students: $21,000 per year for 4 years, plus the University of Guelph International Doctoral Tuition Scholarship for eligible students.; Please note: Additional funding is available to students in the form of competitive scholarships and additional GTA, GRA and teaching earnings. Funding packages may be adjusted if major external or internal scholarship is awarded. Click here for information regarding tuition for the PhD Management program. Click here for more information about graduate student scholarships. Source:. University-wide international awards Guelph names for graduate students: International Doctoral Tuition Scholarships (up to four years) and International Master's Tuition Scholarships "for both course-based and thesis-based programs", plus the Ontario Graduate Scholarship and tri-agency awards. 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: Fall (September) entry: 15 January (international applicant deadlines as published by the University; year not shown on the programme page)
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Management, PhD cost?
CAD 19,681 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Completion of a graduate/master's degree from a recognised university with a grade average of at least 73% (B) in the master's programme. Two referee assessment forms and transcripts from every post-secondary institution attended are required. Some programmes offer direct admission to the PhD from an honours bachelor's degree. Programme minimum admission average: 80% (stated range 80-84%). Programme-specific requirements: To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the minimum requirements of a four-year honours undergraduate degree with a minimum average of 73% during the final two years of study. For the field specialization in Accounting, subject area coverage should be equivalent to that required for entry into the CPA Professional Education Program. Applicants to the Management Research and Accounting field who do not hold an honours degree with a major in, or possess an undergraduate degree with a strong emphasis in related management fields, may be required to complete additional prerequisites or academic upgrading. Applicants must submit their transcripts, referee assessment, statement of intent, and resume/CV. Applicants to the Management Research field must submit GMAT or GRE scores. In cases where English is a second language, the applicant must also submit International English Langua · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Certification is required only where the applicant's first language is not English. Other accepted tests: CAEL 70 overall; MELAB 85; Oxford English Language Level Test (ELLT) 7. The advanced level of the University of Guelph English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) satisfies the requirement; admission may also be offered on condition of completing the Graduate Preparation Program (GPP, two semesters). · GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT referenced in the programme's own admission requirements - see entry_requirements. · Application fee: CAD 125.00 (non-refundable, payable to OUAC)
Is there a scholarship?
Tuition and funding: Full-time PhD students are offered guaranteed financial support in their offer of admission. The funding extends throughout the program duration for all eligible semesters (generally the first 12 full-time semesters) and can include a combination of: Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA), Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA), Graduate Service Assistantships (GSA), scholarships and awards. Minimum guaranteed funding for PhD students (full-time) is: Domestic students: $21,000 per year for 4 years; International students: $21,000 per year for 4 years, plus the University of Guelph International Doctoral Tuition Scholarship for eligible students.; Please note: Additional funding is available to students in the form of competitive scholarships and additional GTA, GRA and teaching earnings. Funding packages may be adjusted if major external or internal scholarship is awarded. Click here for information regarding tuition for the PhD Management program. Click here for more information about graduate student scholarships. Source:. University-wide international awards Guelph names for graduate students: International Doctoral Tuition Scholarships (up to four years) and International Master's Tuition Scholarships "for both course-based and thesis-based programs", plus the Ontario Graduate Scholarship and tri-agency awards. Source 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)
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