MBA in Community Economic Development

MBA in Community Economic Development is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at cape-breton-university in Sydney, Canada. It takes 2 years (48 credits), on campus; applied research project, with intakes in January; July; September.

cape-breton-university is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Tuition for international students is C$25,955 a year, about ₹17.4 lakh. Over 2 years that is roughly C$51,910 (≈ ₹34.8 lakh) before any yearly increase.

CBU programme-page estimate of CAD 51,910.08 for the whole 2-year on-campus programme, divided by 2 (the fees page lists CAD 50,929.92)

Living costs near the university

Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

General entry requirements at cape-breton-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

• The 16-month master's degrees need a four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a GPA of 3.0 (73–76%) or a B in the final 60 credits. Indian applicants with a 3-year degree should confirm eligibility with CBU first.
• The Master of AI and Business Analytics needs a degree in science, maths, computer science, business, economics or engineering, and a statistics course passed with at least 70%.
• The MBA in Community Economic Development needs a bachelor's degree with a 75% (B+) average, GMAT 500 or GRE 304, a statement, resume and three references.
• The graduate application fee is CAD 100.

For this course: English test required if English is not your first language; see CBU's English language requirements (linked from the programme page).

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This course starts in: January; July; September.

1. 1Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
2. 2Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
3. 3Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
4. 4Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
5. 5Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
6. 6Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.

• Valid passport
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets; degree transcripts for master's programmes
• English test score (if English is not your first language)
• Resume, statement and reference letters (MBA)
• Provincial Attestation Letter and proof of funds for the study permit

• Major Entrance Scholarships (Chancellor's, President's, Deans')

  Undergraduate, entering from high school

  Value: Chancellor's CAD 30,000 (CAD 7,500 a year); President's CAD 20,000 (CAD 5,000 a year); Deans' CAD 10,000 (CAD 2,500 a year)

  Open to Canadian and international students on academic grades; a limited number are offered. CBU calculates the average for international students. Apply after acceptance, by 1 March.

  Official page

• Other entrance scholarships

  Undergraduate

  Value: CAD 500 to CAD 5,000 a year

  Named awards assessed after review of applicants; check each award's criteria on the scholarships page.

  Official page

• Academic In-Course Scholarships

  Undergraduate (not MBA)

  Value: CAD 300–500 per semester, depending on credits taken

  Automatic for students with an overall average of at least 80% who take at least 9 credits and do not hold a renewable scholarship.

  Official page

Cape Breton University (CBU) is a public university on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. It grew out of Xavier Junior College (1951), became the College of Cape Breton in 1974, gained university status in 1982 and took its present name in 2005. Today it has nearly 4,000 students from more than 60 countries.

CBU offers liberal arts, science, business, engineering technology, health and hospitality programmes, and a small group of professional master's degrees. It describes itself as a national leader in service learning, and its Shannon School of Business runs the MBA in Community Economic Development.

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More courses at cape-breton-university

• Master of Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics16 months (36 credits), in person; 420-hour internship or master's project · C$26,396 / year
• Master of Digital Marketing16 months (36 credits), in person; master's project with external partners · C$26,396 / year
• Master of Healthcare Leadership and Innovation16 months (36 credits), in person; internship or master's project · C$26,396 / year
• Bachelor of Business Administration4 years (120 credits) · C$23,794 / year
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology3 or 4 years (a 2-year Diploma of Engineering Technology is also offered); streams include Chemical, Electronics & Controls, Manufacturing and Mechanical · C$23,794 / year
• Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management3 years (90 credits), with two paid internships · C$23,794 / year

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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