Admissions

The application portal is now closed. It will open again in September for the September 2027 intake. 

Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete their application to the School of Graduate Studies early and in advance of the application deadline. The Graduate Committee for Business will review completed applications and admission decisions are sent to applicants in March.

Eligibility Requirements and Supporting Documents

Admission is competitive and based on a candidate’s academic background and supporting documents, as well as overall program size.

Applicants should ensure they have the necessary documentation and meet the following criteria:

1. Official transcripts from all universities attended.
2. An undergraduate degree with a B+ (77%) average during the last two years of study is required.
3. Submission of a GRE or GMAT score is an admission requirement. Minimum Scores:
   • GMAT Standard Edition: 600
   • GMAT Focus Edition: 565
   • GRE: 300
   Exemption Policy: Applicants (international or domestic) who earned a degree from a Canadian institution and have an outstanding academic record may request an exemption from this requirement. Exemptions are granted at the discretion of the area faculty members.
4. If English is not your first language, then an official English Language Proficiency Test is required:
   • IELTS minimum overall score of 7
   • TOEFL minimum overall score of 100
   Exemptions for the English Language Proficiency Test are possible if you meet the eligibility criteria available on the School of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs website. To request a waiver, please contact sgspa.reception@queensu.ca after you have submitted an application.
5. Two academic referees with knowledge of the applicant’s research and academic potential are expected. In cases where applicants have been away from academic study for several years, professional references may be accepted; however, academic references remain strongly preferred.
6. Resume
7. Statement of research interests and career goals.

Ready to apply?

Applications are submitted through the Queen's School of Graduate Studies. If you have any questions, please contact our office.

Tuition, Fees and Funding

MSc students receive competitive funding from Smith School of Business. Students are also encouraged to apply for external funding opportunities such as OGS and SSHRC.