Course at a Glance
- MBADegree level
- 1 yearDuration
- Vancouver, CanadaLocation
- Business AdministrationField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- VancouverCampus
- Master of Business Analytics (MBAN)Awards
- $72,534Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The 12-month UBC Master of Business Analytics (MBAN) at UBC Sauder is designed to equip you with the skills to turn data into actionable insights. Covering the full analytics spectrum, from data management to prescriptive analytics, the curriculum blends technical expertise with practical business acumen.
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As a UBC MBAN student, you will learn analytical methods to thrive in today’s diverse big data environment and gain competencies relevant to strategy, finance, operations, supply chain, marketing, HR, and more. The program also includes a signature, industry-focused Hackathon with a global technology partner brings real world problem solving into the classroom, followed by a 4-month experiential learning component: Analytics Internship, Group Consulting project or individual research project. For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website
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
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeCoursework only
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum: a bachelor's degree with a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC); individual programmes may set higher minimums. Applicants from a university outside Canada where English is not the primary language of instruction must submit an English language proficiency test taken within the last 24 months. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants whose degree is from a university where English is the primary language of instruction are not required to submit an English language proficiency test (UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies English language requirement). · Application fee: CAD 163.25 (international applicants); CAD 163.25 (Canadian citizen / permanent resident / refugee / diplomat) · Deposit: CAD 5000.00 deposit to accept offer of admission (if admitted), as published in the programme fee table
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$72,534 CAD total programme cost≈ $53,334 total programme cost
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsProgramme funding package published by UBC for this programme: At UBC Sauder, our entrance scholarships are based on merit, recognizing applicants who display an outstanding combination of talent, drive, professional potential and academic achievement. We take a merit-based holistic view of what each talented candidate brings into the program. Eligible applicants are automatically considered for applicable scholarship when receiving an MBAN offer of admission. For more information about our scholarships, please visit our webpage:. This programme's own fee table lists no International Tuition Award, so the ITA - which UBC restricts to research-oriented master's and doctoral programmes at UBC Vancouver - does not apply here. Affiliated Fellowships (master's competition): roughly 50 fellowships a year, CAD 175 to CAD 16,000, open to current and prospective full-time UBC graduate students of any citizenship, awarded on academic excellence. UBC's full merit-based award database, filterable by citizenship and degree level, is at. Graduate Research, Teaching and Academic Assistantships are also available through the departmentView 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: First application deadline: 6 October 2026; the programme starts every August at the Vancouver campus and later application rounds follow. UBC Sauder publishes one deadline for all applicants, not a separate international date
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
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Master of Business Analytics (MBAN) cost?
CAD 72,534 total programme cost.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
1 year, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies minimum: a bachelor's degree with a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC); individual programmes may set higher minimums. Applicants from a university outside Canada where English is not the primary language of instruction must submit an English language proficiency test taken within the last 24 months. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 90; Duolingo English Test 125 · English test waiver: Applicants whose degree is from a university where English is the primary language of instruction are not required to submit an English language proficiency test (UBC Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies English language requirement). · Application fee: CAD 163.25 (international applicants); CAD 163.25 (Canadian citizen / permanent resident / refugee / diplomat) · Deposit: CAD 5000.00 deposit to accept offer of admission (if admitted), as published in the programme fee table
Is there a scholarship?
Programme funding package published by UBC for this programme: At UBC Sauder, our entrance scholarships are based on merit, recognizing applicants who display an outstanding combination of talent, drive, professional potential and academic achievement. We take a merit-based holistic view of what each talented candidate brings into the program. Eligible applicants are automatically considered for applicable scholarship when receiving an MBAN offer of admission. For more information about our scholarships, please visit our webpage:. This programme's own fee table lists no International Tuition Award, so the ITA - which UBC restricts to research-oriented master's and doctoral programmes at UBC Vancouver - does not apply here. Affiliated Fellowships (master's competition): roughly 50 fellowships a year, CAD 175 to CAD 16,000, open to current and prospective full-time UBC graduate students of any citizenship, awarded on academic excellence. UBC's full merit-based award database, filterable by citizenship and degree level, is at. Graduate Research, Teaching and Academic Assistantships are also available through the department 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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