MBA in Community Development

Entrance Requirements

Standard Admission Requirements

To meet MBA in CED requirements, a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is required. The application cannot be processed until all of the following documents and fee have been received.

• A complete application form, with a non-refundable application fee
• Official transcripts for all previous university study
• A resume detailing employment experience, skills, community involvement, and interests
• A 500-800 word statement on desire to enter the program
• Three references, preferably including one professional and one academic
• Satisfactory scores on the GMAT*
• Satisfactory scores on the TOEFL (for students whose native language is not English)
• Satisfactory performance in an interview

Non-Traditional Student Requirements

Candidates who do not have an undergraduate degree, and show potential for success in graduate level study, may be admitted to the MBA in CED as a non-traditional student. Outstanding career and/or volunteer experience are expected. The candidates will be assessed individually in such areas as experience and performance in a number of education/training courses. Applicants must provide:

• A completed application form, with a non-refundable application fee
• Proof of a minimum of three years experience in managerial/decision-making positions
• Official copy of a high school diploma or equivalent academic credential
• Official transcripts of completed undergraduate work
• A resume detailing employment experience, skills, community involvement, and interests
• Three references, preferably including one professional and one academic
• A four to six page essay outlining desire to enter the program, community involvement, and what can be offered to other students in the classroom
• Satisfactory scores on the GMAT*
• Satisfactory scores on the TOEFL (for students whose native language is not English)
• Satisfactory performance in an interview

Reference letters must be originals, sent directly by the referees. Only official transcripts sent by the Registrar of the issue institution will be accepted. The Educational Testing Service must forward GMAT and TOEFL score reports. Photocopies of any of these documents will not be accepted.

*Satisfactory scores on the GMAT or evidence of analytical skills normally shown by extensive managerial experience or successful completion of a university course in calculus or statistics with a grade of B.