Full-Time MBA
Accelerate into leadership from the heart of Canada's financial capital. A globally ranked, two-year MBA with a paid summer internship, deep consulting and banking recruiting, and a direct route to a 3-year work permit and permanent residency.
- ✓ Study at the University of Toronto — QS World #21 and Canada's top-ranked university
- ✓ Based in Toronto's financial district, with deep consulting, banking & tech recruiting
- ✓ Includes a paid summer internship; qualifies for a 3-year PGWP and PR pathway
The Rotman full-time MBA builds a rigorous management foundation — finance, strategy, marketing, operations and analytics — then lets you specialise through electives, a hands-on internship and experiential labs like the Self-Development Lab. You graduate ready to lead across sectors.
Toronto is Canada's financial and technology capital, and Rotman's career centre plugs directly into it. A two-year MBA also opens the 3-year PGWP and a clear route to permanent residency through Express Entry.
Same field, different schools
| School | Country | Level | Duration | Total tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotman (Toronto) ★ This programme | 🇨🇦 Canada | Master's | 2 years | CA$135,300 |
| ASU W.P. Carey Top US public | 🇺🇸 USA | Master's | 2 years | $118,000 |
| ESADE MBA QS #13 biz | 🇪🇸 Spain | Master's | 12–18 months | €79,300 |
| Monash (Commerce) QS #37 | 🇦🇺 Australia | Bachelor's | 3 years | AU$156,000 |
What you'll need
| Academic | Recognised undergraduate degree (any discipline) | |
| Work experience | ~2+ years full-time professional experience | |
| Test | Competitive GMAT (typically 660+) or GRE | |
| English | IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 100 | |
Worried about GMAT? Rotman offers waivers for some candidates, and your counsellor helps you build a test and application strategy that plays to your strengths.
Core & experiential
Career outcomes
CA$110k+
Typical post-MBA base salary + bonus
3-year PGWP
Open work permit — pathway to PR
Top employers
McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, RBC, Amazon
Toronto hub
Canada's finance & tech capital on your doorstep
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Total, 2-year program | CA$135,300 |
| Indicative annual | Split across two years | ~CA$67,650/yr |
| Enrolment deposit | Required to confirm your seat | Varies |
| Study permit fee | IRCC application | CA$150 |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Collateral-free loans for international students at top-ranked business schools, assessed on your future earning potential rather than a cosigner.
The MBA's paid summer internship provides income and Canadian experience, and you may work up to 24 hrs/week off-campus during term.
Monthly budget in Toronto
Toronto is Canada's largest and most expensive city, but also its economic engine — home to the country's banks, consultancies and tech firms. Sharing accommodation keeps costs manageable.
IRCC financial proof: CA$20,635/year (or CA$1,720/month) in living expenses in addition to tuition — via bank statements or GIC.
Canadian study permit requirements
| Permit type | Canadian Study Permit | |
| LOA required | Letter of Acceptance from U of T (DLI) | |
| Application fee | CA$150 | |
| Biometrics fee | CA$85 | |
| Financial proof | Tuition + CA$20,635/year living (or GIC) | |
| Post-graduation (PGWP) | 3-year open work permit — management roles support Express Entry PR | |
Hear from our students
"Rotman's Toronto location made the difference — my summer internship at a bank turned into a full-time offer, and recruiters were on campus constantly. My counsellor helped me time Round 1 and win a merit award."
"I switched from engineering into consulting through this MBA. The Self-Development Lab was genuinely transformative, and the 3-year work permit means I could build my post-MBA career in Canada."
Frequently asked questions
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