Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Innovate. Lead responsibly. Learn by doing.
The Sobey MBA is a 16-month, cohort-based program designed for ambitious early and mid-career professionals. Grounded in responsible leadership, the program immerses you in distinctive local and global business experiences that strengthen your innovation capability, entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in uncertainty.
Recognized globally for its commitment to responsible management education and applied learning, the Sobey MBA prepares graduates to create long-term value in complex business environments.
1 of 7 schools in North America that is a PRME Champion.
AACSB accredited since 2003. Successfully renewed ever since.
Fewer than 1% of schools globally have both EQUIS and AACSB accreditation.
First School in North America to earn the Business School Impact System (BSIS) label.
Learn by doing
At the Sobey School of Business, applied learning goes beyond simulations. Through Venture Grade, Canada’s first student raised and directed venture capital fund, and participation in the $500K+ IMPACT Fund, you engage with real investment research, analysis and portfolio management.
You develop financial judgment, strategic thinking and responsible leadership through live decision-making experiences that prepare you to lead with confidence.
Business community immersion
Leadership develops in community. Through immersive service learning, corporate tours, sector events and case competitions, you collaborate with organizations on meaningful projects that extend beyond the classroom.
From day one, you build relationships within a dynamic ecosystem of entrepreneurs, business leaders and changemakers who value your insight and perspective.
International opportunities
Develop a global mindset through intercultural immersion and international engagement. Travel with your cohort to work with businesses abroad, identify real challenges and propose strategic solutions in diverse market contexts.
These experiences expand perspective, deepen cultural agility and strengthen your ability to lead across borders.
Focus and deepen understanding
After mastering core fundamentals, you focus and integrate your learning in a specialized area aligned with your career goals. Choose electives in areas such as management consulting, finance or entrepreneurship and deepen your expertise through advanced coursework and applied projects.
The program strengthens analytical capability, ethical judgment and strategic decision making, ensuring both breadth and depth.
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My MBA experience at the Sobey School of Business was one of the best I have had. I worked harder than ever before because I was surrounded by peers and professors who challenged me to go above and beyond. I never truly understood the benefits of attending a close-knit university until I came to Sobey and saw the positive impact it made on my academic and community life.
FAQs
The Sobey MBA integrates responsible leadership with applied learning in a focused cohort environment. Students engage with Venture Grade, Sobey’s student managed venture capital initiative, and participate in research and portfolio analysis through the $500K+ IMPACT Fund.
Combined with immersive service learning, international engagement and specialization opportunities, the program is intentionally structured to connect theory with practice within 16 months.
Yes. The Sobey School of Business holds internationally recognized accreditations including AACSB and EQUIS, distinctions earned by a small percentage of business schools worldwide and reflective of rigorous academic standards, strong governance and global engagement.
As a PRME Champion school, Sobey integrates social and environmental responsibility into its curriculum and aligns its work with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The School also holds the BSIS designation, recognizing its positive economic, business and cultural impact beyond the classroom.
Sobey faculty are nationally recognized experts actively engaged in research that influences local, regional and international communities, reinforcing the School’s academic strength and practical relevance.
An MBA degree can help you land a great career in almost any sector, including technology, healthcare, finance, energy and manufacturing.
An MBA strengthens your ability to think strategically, lead effectively, and navigate complexity. It deepens capability across finance, strategy, operations, and organizational leadership while expanding your professional network. These skills are valued by employers.
The Sobey MBA is designed to accelerate professional growth, broaden perspective and prepare graduates for increased responsibility and strategic impact.
The Sobey MBA is designed for ambitious early and mid-career professionals seeking to accelerate or reposition their careers.
It is well-suited to individuals who want to build advanced business capability, gain applied leadership experience and develop a global perspective within a collaborative cohort environment.
The Sobey MBA is offered full time with a September intake each year.
The 16 month cohort structure allows students to progress together through core courses, experiential learning opportunities and elective specialization in the final semester.
Applicants must hold a recognized undergraduate degree and demonstrate readiness for graduate-level study.
Professional experience, leadership potential and the ability to contribute meaningfully within a diverse cohort are important considerations in the admissions process. Detailed requirements are available on the Admissions page.
Yes. The Sobey School of Business offers exclusive MBA scholarships, including awards valued at $35,000 for eligible Canadian citizens and permanent residents, along with additional entrance scholarship opportunities.
Prospective students are encouraged to review scholarship eligibility criteria and application requirements on the Scholarships page.
Applications are submitted online through the Saint Mary’s University graduate admissions portal.
Prospective students should review domestic and international deadlines carefully and ensure all required documentation is submitted before the posted dates. Select “Apply Now” on the MBA page to begin your application.
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