
Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration (JD/MBA)
Course at a Glance
- PhDDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- Fort Garry, CanadaLocation
- Business, Leadership & LawField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Fort GarryCampus
- $26,910Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The JD/MBA is a concurrent degree program designed to equip students with two fully qualified degrees after just four years. The program maximizes the strengths, marketability, flexibility and future earning power of these two competitive degrees.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Applicants interested in pursuing the concurrent JD/MBA must meet the minimum entry requirements for each program. Meeting those requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. JD admission requirements There are three categories for entrance to the Faculty of Law: Index Score category, Canadian Indigenous category, and Individual Consideration category. To qualify for admission to any of the three categories, you must have: A minimum of 60 credit hours of university degree level study An LSAT score (Law School Admission Test) Canadian Indigenous Category and Individual Consideration Category require further supporting documentation if applicable. An interview may be required. Please visit the Juris Doctor program Explore page for complete admissions requirement information. MBA admission requirements To qualify for admission to the Master of Business Administration program, you must have a minimum of: A three-year bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0* (on a 4.5 scale) in the last 60 credit hours or 2 years of study (GPA of minimum 2.5 may be considered in some circumstances) * International student GPA calculation Two years of full-time work experience is typically required. Minimum GMAT or GMAT Focus Edition (or equivalent GRE) score of 550 (See below for GMAT exemption qualifications) One of the following English language proficiency test scores, if applicable: AEPUCE: 85 per cent if entering AEPUCE with an IELTS of 6.0 IELTS: 7.0, with no band less than 6.0 PTE Academic: 65 TOEFL- iBT: 100, with a score of 20 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking A GMAT score is valid for five years, while the English language test scores are valid for two years. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Continue learning about MBA admission requirements · English: IELTS 7.0 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 65; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Exempt if the applicant holds a high school diploma or university degree from Canada or a country on UM's English Language Proficiency Test Exemption List. Conditional admission is available via the English Language Centre's Intensive Academic English Program (IAEP) Level 5/AEPUCE. Source: https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/admissions/requirements · GRE/GMAT: A GMAT score is valid for five years, while the English language test scores are valid for two years. · Application fee: CAD 130.00 (international applicant fee; domestic CAD 100.00) · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$26,910 CAD / year≈ $19,786 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsInternational Excellence Entrance Scholarship: one award of CAD 25,000 and two awards of CAD 10,000 each year for international high school graduates entering first year full-time (minimum 80% course load) with a minimum 90% admission average over five senior-level courses; application deadline December 1. Source:. Further international awardsView 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: JD: December 1 | Fall (September): March 1 | Winter (January): July 1
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
Real students. Real results.
- Average rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews
- 360+
- Rated five stars
- 95%
Average rating
Google reviews
Rated five stars
“I would like to express my gratitude for the excellent assistance provided during my student visa process. The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and supportive at every stage, from document preparation to submission guidance. Their clear communication and professional approach made the process much easier and more efficient.”
1 / 8
Nihad K, 5 out of 5 stars
Every review below is a real Google review — see all of them
Frequently asked questions
How much does Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration (JD/MBA) cost?
CAD 26,910 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Applicants interested in pursuing the concurrent JD/MBA must meet the minimum entry requirements for each program. Meeting those requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. JD admission requirements There are three categories for entrance to the Faculty of Law: Index Score category, Canadian Indigenous category, and Individual Consideration category. To qualify for admission to any of the three categories, you must have: A minimum of 60 credit hours of university degree level study An LSAT score (Law School Admission Test) Canadian Indigenous Category and Individual Consideration Category require further supporting documentation if applicable. An interview may be required. Please visit the Juris Doctor program Explore page for complete admissions requirement information. MBA admission requirements To qualify for admission to the Master of Business Administration program, you must have a minimum of: A three-year bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0* (on a 4.5 scale) in the last 60 credit hours or 2 years of study (GPA of minimum 2.5 may be considered in some circumstances) * International student GPA calculation Two years of full-time work experience is typically required. Minimum GMAT or GMAT Focus Edition (or equivalent GRE) score of 550 (See below for GMAT exemption qualifications) One of the following English language proficiency test scores, if applicable: AEPUCE: 85 per cent if entering AEPUCE with an IELTS of 6.0 IELTS: 7.0, with no band less than 6.0 PTE Academic: 65 TOEFL- iBT: 100, with a score of 20 in each of reading, writing, listening and speaking A GMAT score is valid for five years, while the English language test scores are valid for two years. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Continue learning about MBA admission requirements · English: IELTS 7.0 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 100; PTE Academic 65; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: Exempt if the applicant holds a high school diploma or university degree from Canada or a country on UM's English Language Proficiency Test Exemption List. Conditional admission is available via the English Language Centre's Intensive Academic English Program (IAEP) Level 5/AEPUCE. Source: https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/admissions/requirements · GRE/GMAT: A GMAT score is valid for five years, while the English language test scores are valid for two years. · Application fee: CAD 130.00 (international applicant fee; domestic CAD 100.00) · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
Is there a scholarship?
International Excellence Entrance Scholarship: one award of CAD 25,000 and two awards of CAD 10,000 each year for international high school graduates entering first year full-time (minimum 80% course load) with a minimum 90% admission average over five senior-level courses; application deadline December 1. Source:. Further international awards View scholarship page
Is it accredited?
Lawyer (common law) — barrister and solicitor: Federation of Law Societies of Canada (FLSC). The Federation approves ALL Canadian common law degree programs against the National Requirement through an annual review. Two approval models are used: the Program Approval Model (the whole programme and all its graduates) and the Individual Student Approval Model (ISAM, each graduate assessed individually). A programme not yet operating, or that has not produced a first graduating class, can hold only…
Ready to apply?
Get expert guidance and take the first step towards your global education.
Free counselling · No application fee to enquire · Reply within 24h