Master of Management (MMgt) Viewbook 2021

2020 – 2021 Masters Programs

Schulich School of Business

MMgt Master of Management

Earn the credentials you need for the career you want, with a highly specialized Masters program.

MMgt

MASTER OF MANAGEMENT

Build your knowledge of the major disciplines of management with this unique program designed for high-achieving graduates from non-business backgrounds.

ADDITIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMS AT SCHULICH

MAcc

MMKG

Position yourself for a challenging career in accounting with the CPA-Accredited MAcc, an intensive program that prepares graduates to write the Common Final Examination upon graduation.

Equip yourself for the dynamic world of marketing as you master state-of-the-art tools and grow your literacy in analytics, advertising and consumer behaviour.

MBAN

MREI

MASTER OF ACCOUNTING

MASTER OF BUSINESS ANALYTICS Become an expert in the booming field of Big Data and gain a competitive advantage by earning a SAS™ certification.

MF

MASTER OF FINANCE Gain access to a career in investment banking, risk or asset management and cover a significant portion of the CFA body of knowledge.

MMAI

MASTER OF MARKETING

MASTER OF REAL ESTATE & INFRASTRUCTURE Build your career on a solid foundation with this specialized program for leaders, entrepreneurs and city builders in both real estate and infrastructure.

MSCM

MASTER OF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT Develop the analytical and managerial skills needed to design creative supply chain solutions in this rigorous, experiential program offered both full- or part-time.

MASTER OF MANAGEMENT IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Learn to develop, evaluate, refine and implement AI-related applications and technologies for business.

On the cover: Harpreet Gill (MMgt ’17)

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

Shape Your Future

Today’s global business landscape is complex, disruptive and increasingly digital.

Managing effectively requires a global mindset and critical thinking. It requires resiliency, adaptability and the capacity to work in diverse environments. And it requires ethical business leaders with the skills and courage to tackle the social, economic and environmental challenges facing business today.

At the Schulich School of Business, we have developed eight distinct specialized Masters programs that will equip you to thrive in this new business paradigm. Our Masters degrees are designed to deliver in-depth functional and industry knowledge, strengthen your technical expertise and give you a clearly defined career advantage.

Acquire the very latest in management learning and practice in one of the industries of the future where we are global leaders, including business analytics, infrastructure, supply chains and artificial intelligence.

Find your pathway to success and achieve your career objectives with a Schulich 12-month Masters degree.

Detlev Zwick, PhD Interim Dean Schulich School of Business

Canada’s Top-Ranked Business School Global Reach. Innovative Programs. Diverse Perspectives.

Schulich MBA: #1 IN CANADA ( The Economist, Forbes, CNN Expansión) Top 25 in the World in Finance, Marketing & Operations Management (QS MBA) Kellogg-Schulich Executive MBA: #1 IN CANADA ( The Economist , Financial Times, QS TopMBA) #3 IN THE WORLD (QS TopMBA) #9 IN THE WORLD (The Economist )

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Master of Management (MMgt)

You’ve worked hard to excel at your undergraduate degree.

Now it’s time to gain the in-depth management experience and business expertise to chart your career path.

ADD BUSINESS TO YOUR NON-BUSINESS DEGREE Advancing your career in any sector requires core business and communication skills, a global perspective and an understanding of wider social, ethical and environmental contexts. It takes careful refining of your qualitative and quantitative skills, and finding new ways of applying them to the area of interest you’re passionate about.

The 12-month, full-time Master of Management (MMgt) program enables you to discover and grow these foundational leadership skills to build an exciting future.

CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS A valuable next step for high-achieving graduates of non-business programs, the MMgt provides an intensive full sweep of management fundamentals. In addition to rigorous instruction in core business competencies like economics and managerial accounting, the program places special emphasis on building skills like strategic thinking, business communication and managing team dynamics.

The MMgt curriculum is highly experiential, culminating with an Enterprise Consulting Project in which you’ll work closely with a local organization to develop strategies for business development and solutions to management challenges.

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After acquiring a minimum of two years post-degree work experience, MMgt graduates are eligible for advanced standing in the Schulich Master of Business Administration, enabling you to earn an MBA in as little as eight months.

FULL-TIME

START DATE

September

COMPETITIVELY ENTER THE WORKFORCE Clarify and map your career goals with the mentorship of industry leaders in the classroom and by working closely with the Career Development Centre.

Network with the ever-growing list of companies that recruit at Schulich including; Amazon, CIBC, IBM, Rogers Communications, Trillium Health Partners and the Government of Canada.

Recruiters particularly value the communication, interpersonal and leadership development skills that the Schulich MMgt emphasizes. Graduates are equipped to inspire their colleagues to find innovative business solutions in a variety of environments.

Graduates of the MMgt program have launched their careers in exciting roles in both the public and private sector in organizations such as CIBC, GlaxoSmithKline, EY, Bell Canada, and The Princess Margaret Foundation.

Schulich School of Business | Master of Management (MMgt) 2020–2021

COMPLETION

12 months

“ Schulich’s award-winning faculty brings business theory to life through the application of practical, real-world examples, enabling students to personally connect with the academic content taught during lectures.”

JORDYN POSLUNS (MMgt ’18) Demand Planning Manager Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Ltd.

PROFESSOR KEVIN TASA BComm (Saskatchewan); MSc & PhD (Toronto)

Director, Master of Management Program Associate Professor of Organization Studies Teaches: • Negotiations • Organizational Behaviour “The MMgt program was created to help recent grads with non-business degrees and those with little work experience. In only one year, we will meet the challenge of providing students with the knowledge and skills employers are looking for.”

PROFESSOR TASA

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MASTER OF MANAGEMENT (MMgt)

YOUR MMgt JOURNEY

PREP COURSES

FALL TERM

Satisfactory completion of online modules in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics and Mathematics.

Course Work: • Business Communication & Team Dynamics • Business & Sustainability

Schulich School of Business | Master of Management (MMgt) 2020–2021

Common Core Curriculum

Orientation Introduction to the Career Development Centre

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Professional Development Activities

ACADEMIC TRACK CAREER TRACK

• Applied Macroeconomics • Financial Accounting for Managers • Managerial Decision Analysis

On-campus recruiting: financial services, consulting, retail, e-commerce, marketing & more.

The 12-month Master of Management helps you develop key competencies to accelerate your career. With a rigorous curriculum, experiential consulting project and wide array of co-curricular activities, graduates are well positioned to competitively enter the workforce.

SUMMER TERM

Course Work:

Course Work:

• Organizational Behaviour

• Managerial Accounting

• Strategic Thinking • Managerial Finance • Marketing Management • Design & Management of Organizational Processes

Post Degree: Work in the industry of your choice.

+ Three electives (9.00 credits)

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Enterprise Consulting Project: Student groups will engage in a collaborative work project with a local organization, applying their classroom knowledge to real-world management issues.

By applying management foundations studied in the first two terms of the MMgt program, students will develop actionable recommendations for the client organization.

Graduation: October Convocation

WINTER TERM

Or:

Complete Your MBA: • Gain the required minimum two years of work experience, post-graduation • Qualify for Advanced Standing in the Schulich MBA • Complete your MBA in as little as eight months!

Just-in-time recruiting

Career Ready!

Career coaching, networking events, alumni mentorship

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Student Life Make Life-Changing Connections

Build lasting memories as part of an engaged and diverse student community. Develop your strengths, skills and interests with a host of exciting co-curricular activities.

Participate in Case Competitions Strengthen your presentation skills and master the case method with opportunities to compete in events such as the HEC Corporate Responsibility Challenge, Canada’s Next Top Ad Executive, and more.

Jaclyn Shapiro (MMgt ’19) and Michelle Vacarciuc (MMgt ’19) win the $25,000 grand prize at the 2019 Canada’s Next Top Ad Executive competition.

Discover New Interests and Passions

Students connect with alumni at a Speed Mentoring event.

Choose from over 25 student-run clubs and organizations. Network and grow your leadership skills with the Schulich Association of Management & Organizational Studies, or diversify your focus by joining other clubs based on a region, culture, industry or topic of interest.

Enjoy New Social Activities Join a tightly knit group of students and connect through sports, pub nights and community engagement. Schulich brings you a world of opportunity to expand your interests with students from an array of different backgrounds and regions.

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Schulich School of Business | Master of Management (MMgt) 2020–2021

Student volunteers from Schulich’s Graduate Ambassador Program celebrate the year.

Our Landmark Expansion The Rob and Cheryl McEwen Graduate Study & Research Building Designed for Schulich graduate students, the McEwen building encourages interdisciplinary research in fields ranging from business ethics and big data, to real estate and infrastructure, and global enterprise.

A NEW HOME FOR LEARNING AND INNOVATION

ALL ABOUT THE FUTURE

The new 67,000 square-foot Rob and Cheryl McEwen Graduate Study & Research Building provides a variety of unique environments for learning, interaction, teamwork and innovation.

Its unique technological and design features make the Rob and Cheryl McEwen Graduate Study & Research Building one of the most environmentally sustainable and socially responsible buildings in North America.

A HUB FOR COLLABORATION AND RESEARCH

Features include:

In addition to being an interdisciplinary space for Schulich’s newest academic programs and research facilities, the building is home to the Deloitte Cognitive Analytics & Visualization Lab, as well as Schulich’s Centres of Excellence, including the Centre of Excellence in Responsible Business, the Centre for Global Enterprise, and the Brookfield Centre in Real Estate and Infrastructure.

840 m2

27m

of planted green roof area

natural ventilation system driven by the glass solar chimney

A STUDENT-CENTRED SPACE

Energy use intensity

Students benefit from a variety of unique spaces to study, work and connect, including a graduate lounge, private group meeting rooms equipped with flat-screen monitors, research labs and a media production centre.

71.4% BELOW THE MODEL NATIONAL ENERGY CODE OF CANADA

7,500 m2 of new landscaped open area, including 3,800 m2 of planted green space

RAINWATER RECAPTURE SYSTEM for green roof irrigation

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Career Development Shape Your Success

The Schulich Career Development Centre (CDC) offers a wealth of innovative programs and resources to help you accelerate your career and facilitate employment opportunities. Benefit from a variety of resources that have resulted in consistently high placement rates for graduating students.

Career Coaching & Workshops

Corporate Recruitment Events

Our CDC Advisors are certified career coaches who work closely to help you identify your strengths, determine career objectives and develop a tailored plan. Work together through a series of skill-enhancing workshops designed to train you in foundational career search tactics.

Connect with companies such as Rogers, Amazon, P&G, Bell, Scotiabank, Kraft Heinz, Mondelez, and PepsiCo about career opportunities in their organizations.

MMgt Advising Program Choose from one of seven functional career programs (Accounting, Consulting, Finance, Financial Services, Marketing, Operations & Technology), where you’ll receive 1-on-1 training, advice from industry experts, and the ability to network with alumni and hiring managers.

Just-in-Time Recruiting Access job and internship postings from companies around the globe, for leadership rotational programs and roles including Marketing Associate, Supply Chain Analyst, and Operations Associate.

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Schulich School of Business | Master of Management (MMgt) 2020–2021

“The Master of Management program opened up my network, grew my communication skills and emotional intelligence, and allowed me to transition effectively into the workforce.”

KEVIN LOI (MMgt ’17) Organizational Change Management Analyst Weston Foods

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Schulich Global Alumni Network Notable Alumni are Leading by Example

When you graduate from Schulich, you become part of one of the largest business alumni networks in Canada. Here’s a brief look at the scope of the Schulich alumni network and a sampling of those who are leading by example.

Connect and benefit from access to the Schulich Global Alumni Network

UPON GRADUATION, JOIN A GLOBAL NETWORK OF OVER

32,000 90 active alumni in

As a student, participate in the

countries

Enjoy exclusive access to Schulich’s Alumni Online Community, which includes

SCHULICH ALUMNI MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

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or engage with alumni at events and conferences to gain key insights into the industries and careers that you’re passionate about.

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Angela Brown (MBA ’83) President & CEO Moneris Solutions Corporation Member, Dean’s Advisory Council

global alumni chapters in

countries

Take advantage of life-long professional development activities, career management resources, and alumni events.

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Schulich School of Business | Master of Management (MMgt) 2020–2021

Kishore Moorjani (BBA ’94, MBA ’95) Sr. Managing Director, Tactical Opportunities – Singapore, Blackstone Member, Dean’s Advisory Council

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Our campus is enriched by international students from over

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DIFFERENT COUNTRIES

Access the city’s vibrant downtown core in just

30 MINUTES

BY SUBWAY

Plan Your Life, Post-Degree Come to Schulich for your Masters degree and have the option to launch either an international career, or stay in Canada to build a life and career through favourable immigration pathways.

Attend sessions on work permits and permanent residence options, or book individualized advising with Schulich’s International Student Support Specialist.

in North America

International Student Support Schulich provides in-house programs, services, and immigration support to help international students navigate the transition to Canada and plan for the future. Benefit from a pre-arrival webinar, buddy programs, English Language Peer Support, and New to Canada Orientation.

Source (unless specifically indicated): Toronto Global

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Admission Requirements What’s Required to Begin Your Journey REQUIREMENTS

MMgt

GPA

B+

Master of Management

in a non-business university degree

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PREREQUISITE COURSES IN HONOURS PROGRAM

N/A

GMAT/GRE

Not required

ESSAYS

2 video, 2 written, 1 timed written

REFERENCE LETTERS

2 reference letters

WORK EXPERIENCE

Not required

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3

PROOF OF STUDY COMPLETED IN ENGLISH:

2 years minimum (must be full-time study) at an accredited university in a country (or institution) where English is the official language of instruction

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY*

IELTS (ACADEMIC TEST):

7.0 (minimum 6.5 on each dimension) The IELTS online Academic Test is acceptable

TOEFL: * Applicants must produce proof of language proficiency in one of the three ways listed.

100 (minimum 23 on each dimension) The TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test is acceptable

SEPTEMBER 2020 ENTRY

ADMISSIONS DEADLINES

Round Round Round Round

1: Oct. 29, 2020 2*: Jan. 29, 2021 3: Mar. 10, 2021 4**: Apr. 30, 2021

* International students are strongly encouraged to apply by Round 2 to allow for sufficient study permit processing time. ** Late applications may be accepted pending space availability.

Applicants holding a BBA, iBBA, BAS, BCom, HBA, or BAcc are not eligible for the Master of Management program, but may apply for the Schulich MBA once they have acquired the work experience that is necessary for MBA admission. Graduates of these programs may be eligible for Advanced Standing in the MBA. 2 One academic reference is recommended.

3 Applicants with two years or more of full-time work experience are not eligible for admission to the MMgt and are encouraged to apply to the MBA. For applicants holding a 3-year degree, one year of full-time, post-graduate work experience is required.

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Schulich School of Business | Master of Management (MMgt) 2020–2021

Tuition Fees Figures are based on the currently approved fee framework. Fees listed below include tuition and essential supplementary fees. For details on student health plans and non-essential fees, visit the York Student Financial Services website: sfs.yorku.ca/fees. Fees are subject to change.

DOMESTIC STUDENTS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Visa/Study Permit

TUITION PER TERM*

$ 8,962

$ 18,885

ESTIMATED PROGRAM TOTAL**

$ 26,900

$ 56,650

All fees are in Canadian dollars (CAD)

MMgt

* The MMgt requires three terms of study to complete. ** Estimated Program Total is calculated by multiplying current tuition fees by the average number of terms required to complete the program.

Estimates are rounded to the nearest $50 CAD.

Cost of Living LIVING EXPENSES IN TORONTO 1 (1 Term = 4 months) Books /Course Materials

$

Rent (on campus)

$ 5,000

Food

$ 1,500

2

750

Personal Expenses

$ 1,000

Health Insurance: UHIP (international students only) 3 GSA 3

$ 210 $ 160

APPROXIMATE COST PER TERM

$

8,620 4

Figures are approximations and intended only as a budget guide for students studying full-time. Costs are listed in Canadian dollars.

Off-campus housing varies in price from $500 – $ 1,200 per month depending on the location and options. For on-campus accommodation visit: yorku.ca/stuhouse.

3 Participation in the University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) is mandatory only for international students while in Toronto. The Graduate Student Association (GSA) plan is for dental and drug coverage (mandatory for all domestic and international full-time students unless student has alternative coverage). Coverage for spouse/family is available. Health/Drug/Dental plan rates are subject to change.

4 Subtract UHIP cost for domestic student total.

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Financial Aid We welcome the opportunity to discuss ways to finance your education and the return on investment our programs offer. Send us an email at: finaid@schulich.yorku.ca or visit: schulich.yorku.ca/financial-aid.

LINE OF CREDIT FOR DOMESTIC STUDENTS Visit schulich.yorku.ca/financial-aid/loans for a list of partnered banks and preferred rates for domestic students in professional programs.

LOAN PROGRAMS To learn more about funding opportunities for domestic and international students, please visit: schulich.yorku.ca/financial-aid/loans.

ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL AID • Support for case competitions • Partnerships with:

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