University of Windsor

Overview

Business Administration – Managers and Professionals (MBA) is a part-time, online-first graduate program offered by the University of Windsor, complemented by three short in-person weekend residencies. This program is tailored for experienced professionals seeking to enhance their leadership, strategic thinking, and business decision-making skills while maintaining their current employment.

The Managers and Professionals (M&P) stream emphasizes applied learning and workplace-relevant projects, integrating micro-credentials delivered through both virtual and in-person formats to equip students with targeted, job-ready skills.

• Degree: MBA – Business Administration (Managers and Professionals)
• Duration: 24 months (part-time)
• Delivery: Online with three in-person weekend residencies
• Learning format: Applied coursework, workplace-relevant projects, and integrated micro-credentials
• Work experience: Minimum 5 years professional experience required
• Language of instruction: English
• Credits: Confirm with the program page
• Tuition fees: Confirm with the program page
• Application & start dates: Confirm with the program page

What you'll study

The MBA (M&P) curriculum is designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals, blending core business principles with management-focused applied learning.

Core courses

• Leadership and Interpersonal Dynamics
• Financial Management
• Financial and Managerial Accounting
• Business Analytics
• Digital Business Systems

Applied learning components

• Integrated micro-credentials: Skill development offered through virtual and/or in-person formats.
• Workplace-based assignments: Activities designed to apply concepts to real-world managerial scenarios.
• Residencies: Three weekend in-person sessions fostering collaboration and learning.

Note: For detailed information on the complete curriculum, elective options, and any capstone or thesis requirements, please refer to the official program page.

Entry requirements

• Minimum education: Completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum GPA: Cumulative GPA of 70% or higher, calculated based on the last 2 years of full-time study in the qualifying degree.
• GMAT: Generally required; may be waived under certain circumstances.
• Work experience: At least 5 years of full-time, professional work experience obtained after completing the undergraduate degree and prior to starting the program.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MBA (M&P) program are well-prepared for various leadership roles across diverse industries. The skills and knowledge gained through this program empower them to effectively tackle complex business challenges, drive strategic initiatives, and make informed decisions that contribute to organizational success.