Program Overview

Academic Level

Postgraduate/Masters, Single Major

Awarded by

University of Alberta, Canada

Programme type

Full-time & Part-time, 1 year (FT) / 2 years (PT)

Campus location

SIM Campus

Application Dates

Now till 6 March 2025 (May 2025 intake) For International Applicants Now till 20 March 2025 (May 2025 intake) For Local Applicants

Estimated Fees
(incl. GST)*

$ 39,240 (Singaporean / PR) $ 41,202 (International Students)

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Program Outline

Awarded and developed by: University of Alberta, Canada

Rather than relearning business fundamentals, the FastTrack MBA focuses your studies on advanced management topics that you require to take your career to the next level. The FastTrack program fully incorporates students into senior Alberta MBA elective courses.

There are numerous benefits associated with earning an MBA in combination with already holding a Business degree. Business grads are eligible to complete a reduced course load, meaning not only will the length of their Master’s degree be shortened but tuition costs will also be reduced. In addition, upon graduation from the MBA program, students will likely be eligible for a higher salary and/or promotion at their existing organizations. MBA grads are also prone to take on more managerial and leadership positions while also having the ability to accelerate their career path. This is due to the dedicated career support and one-on-one career coaching made available to MBA students. And finally, the MBA program will increase and diversify both students’ professional and personal network.

The MBA (FastTrack) prepares students for senior management positions in today’s global business environment. The strategic and leadership orientation of the program will help students develop a strategic, analytical, and global approach to business. This skill set is required and compatible with the needs of many industries in their senior leadership.

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Learning Outcomes

The MBA (FastTrack) Program curricula are based on the following set of learning outcomes:

Application of Business Concepts & Theories
Students will use their theoretical knowledge of functional areas to analyze common organizational situations and formulate business strategy.

Professional Career Skills
Students will execute effective communication, leadership, and teamwork skills to drive their career progression as an MBA graduate.

Critical Thinking
Students will develop abilities to think critically in new and unfamiliar circumstances through the application of conceptual and theoretical principles learned, and analytical skills developed in the program.

Global Perspective
Students will develop a global awareness and perspective in their application and approach to business issues.

Ethical Awareness
- Students will develop a high degree of ethical awareness.
- Students will develop strategies to recognize and deal with ethical problems.

Further Studies & Career Prospects

The Alberta MBA attracts strong, mature students who strengthen the learning environment through their rich and diverse backgrounds.

Career Prospects

The FastTrack MBA prepares students for senior management positions in today’s global business environment. The strategic and leadership orientation of the program will help students develop a strategic, analytical, and global approach to business. This skill set is required and compatible with the needs of many industries in their senior leadership.

Further Studies

The academic nature of this program would allow students to continue their graduate studies into a PhD or DBA program.

Why study at SIM x University of Alberta

Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Accreditation

60% of the modules are taught by UofA Faculty Members

Students can complete the program within 1 year for Full time studies or 2 years for Part time studies

The awarded degree is of the same standing and standard as those awarded on the Canada Campus.

Intake Dates

May 2025 Intake

PROGRAMME DURATION

May 2025 to April 2026

APPLICATION PERIOD

Now till 6 March (For International Applicants)
Now till 20 March (For Local Applicants)

Curriculum

Structure

The program is delivered face-to-face with some modules and sections delivered online.

The online learning will be supported by academics and professional support staff and will combine a mix of guided study, independent study, online discussions, group, and individual activities.

Lecturers: UofA faculty and SIM local lecturers
Average teacher-student ratio: 1:30
Exemptions: Nil

Weekly schedule: Between Monday and Friday, three to eight hours per session.
Class timing: 8.30am / 12.00pm / 3.30pm, held on SIM campus unless otherwise stated
Minimum class size to commence: 30 students

If the class fails to commence due to low take-up rate, applicants will be informed within one month before programme commencement with the refund of the application fee.

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Assessment & Attendance

All modules are assessed using a variety of methods including written assignments, exams, written reports, presentations, research proposals, case studies and online discussions. Formative assessments (plans or drafts) may be submitted at specified times during each module for feedback.

Attendance requirement:

Local students – 75%
International students – 90%

Requirements to Graduate

To attain the Master of Business Administration, students must successfully complete the programme and meet its conferral requirements.

Modules

Module Code	Module Title
BUEC 646	The Global Business Environment
SEM 610	The Manager as Strategist
SEM 638	Corporate Sustainability
SEM 652	Leadership Skills
ACCTG 501	Introduction to Financial Reporting and Analysis
FIN 614	Investments
MGTSC 501	Data Analysis and Decision Making
BUS 640	Strategic Supply Chain Management
MARK 644	International Marketing
BUEC 888	Business Project

Module Code	Module Titles
SEM 631	New Venture Creation and Organization
FIN 503	Introducation to Corporate Finance
BUEC 542	International Business
SEM 500	Managing People
SEM 659	Technology Strategy and Innovation

Admission Criteria

Accepted Entry Qualifications

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business (BCom, BMgmt, BBA or equivalent) with a minimum B+ Grade over their last 60 credits from a recognized university that was completed within the last ten years. AND

We would look closely at some key courses in the Bachelor's degree. The applicant is required to have a grade of B or higher in these subjects.

Business Statistics
Finance
Financial Accounting
Marketing
Organizational Behaviour.

English Language Requirements

Possession of a degree or its academic equivalent from an institution recognized by the University of Alberta and where the language of instruction is English OR

TOEFL iBT - Total score of 90 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based) OR

Academic IELTS - 6.5, with at least 6.0 on each test band. OR

PTE Academic - 61 with a minimum band score of 60. OR

Equivalent.

Working Experience Requirements

Applicants should have a minimum of 3 years of full-time post-graduate work experience.

Fees & Financial Aid 

Programme fees are charged based on the number of credits taken during the semester.

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Programme Fees (May 2025 onwards)

Singaporean / PR students		$ 39,240.00
International students		$ 41,202.00

GST Notes
• Fees published are inclusive of current GST of 9%.

Mandatory Fees

All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.

Student Development Fee Applicable to all students embarking on a full-time Diploma or Undergraduate programme at SIM. This fee goes towards activities that will help in students’ personal growth and equip them with functional skills that enhance their employability. Payable with the programme fees’ first instalment		$ 512.30
International Student Induction Fee A one-time fee payable by new full-time international students. This fee covers pre-arrival and arrival support, including activities to enhance the international student learning experience. As applicable, payable with the programme fees’ first instalment.		$436.00
SIM Application Fee Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed.		Local applicants: $109.00 International applicants: $545.00 (not inclusive of Student’s Pass application)
UofA Application Fee All applicants are required to pay the non-refundable UofA application fee. Apply to Study Here \| Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies		CAD $135

Master of Business Administration (FastTrack)