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Maîtrise en administration des affaires (MBA)

Université du Québec à Montréal · Montreal, Canada · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

45 credits over five terms, full time, in five 9-credit modules taught at weekends

Tuition / year

C$25,183 (≈ ₹16.9 lakh)

Intakes

September (autumn); January (winter)

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Course overview

Maîtrise en administration des affaires (MBA) is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at Université du Québec à Montréal in Montreal, Canada. It takes 45 credits over five terms, full time, in five 9-credit modules taught at weekends, with intakes in September (autumn); January (winter).

Université du Québec à Montréal is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityUniversité du Québec à Montréal (Public)
LocationMontreal, Canada
CourseMaîtrise en administration des affaires (MBA)
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaBusiness & Management
Duration45 credits over five terms, full time, in five 9-credit modules taught at weekends
Tuition per yearC$25,183 (≈ ₹16.9 lakh)
IntakesSeptember (autumn); January (winter)
English requirementTaught in French; functional reading English is required. At least three years of full-time work experience needed

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is C$25,183 a year, about ₹16.9 lakh.

UQAM's published 2026–2027 international MBA tuition: CAD 25,183 for year 1 (27 credits) and CAD 16,827 for year 2 (18 credits); approximate

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn CADApprox. in rupees
Housing (UQAM residence or shared apartment)C$6,280–11,700per year≈ ₹4.2 lakh – ₹7.8 lakh
FoodC$4,680per year≈ ₹3.1 lakh
Health insuranceC$972per year≈ ₹65,124
Local transport (bus and metro)C$720per year≈ ₹48,240
Arrival costs (apartment set-up, winter clothing, first days)C$1,700one-off≈ ₹1.1 lakh

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.

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Career outcomes

Average (median) salary

C$91,300

≈ ₹61.2 lakh a year

Median employment income two years after graduation, Master's degree

Job roles

  • Business analyst
  • Management consultant
  • Project manager
  • Marketing executive
  • Human resources officer
  • Supply chain manager

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Deloitte
  • PwC
  • EY
  • KPMG
  • Accenture
  • McKinsey & Company
  • Amazon
  • Unilever
  • Procter & Gamble
  • IBM

Eligibility

General entry requirements at Université du Québec à Montréal for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • MBA: a bachelor's with an average of at least 3.2/4.3 (or equivalent) and at least three years of full-time relevant work experience; an interview may be required.
  • DESS in project management: a bachelor's with an average of at least 3.2/4.3 and at least two years of relevant work experience, plus a motivation letter and CV.
  • Graduate applicants whose first language is not French may be asked for a French test or upgrading courses.

English requirements

For this course: Taught in French; functional reading English is required. At least three years of full-time work experience needed.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
Language of teachingFrench. UQAM's programme pages we checked are taught in French.
Accepted French testsUQAM EDL test, Bright Language, TEF, TCF, DELF or DALF, taken within two years before the start term (listening and reading at least).
French level for bachelor'sDirect admission with, for example, TEF 510+, TCF 1000+, DALF C1–C2 or Bright 4.4+; lower scores mean one to four French courses in the first year.
English testsNot used for admission. Some graduate programmes require good reading English.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September (autumn); January (winter).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Canada

How to apply

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

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's applicants)
  • Degree transcripts and certificate (master's and DESS applicants)
  • Recognised French test result taken within two years of the start term
  • CV, motivation letter and employment letters (MBA and DESS)
  • Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) and study permit after admission

Scholarships

  • Exemption scholarships for international graduate students

    Master's and doctorate

    Value: Reduce the higher international tuition; UQAM says doctoral fees end up the same for all students partly because of these awards

    International students in graduate programmes; see UQAM's page for conditions.

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About Université du Québec à Montréal

The Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) was created by the Quebec government on 9 April 1969 and is part of the Université du Québec network. It had 34,845 students in autumn 2025, including 4,994 international students from 94 countries, and offers 378 programmes. The main campus is in downtown Montreal, with four other sites in Lanaudière, Laval, Longueuil and Montérégie-Ouest. Its business school is the École des sciences de la gestion (ESG UQAM).

Teaching is in French. Indian students who speak French well look at UQAM for software engineering, business administration, tourism and hotel management, and project management. You must send a recognised French test result with your application.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Maîtrise en administration des affaires (MBA) at Université du Québec à Montréal?

The tuition for international students is C$25,183 a year (about ₹16.9 lakh). UQAM's published 2026–2027 international MBA tuition: CAD 25,183 for year 1 (27 credits) and CAD 16,827 for year 2 (18 credits); approximate. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Maîtrise en administration des affaires (MBA)?

The course takes 45 credits over five terms, full time, in five 9-credit modules taught at weekends.

What English score do I need?

Taught in French; functional reading English is required. At least three years of full-time work experience needed. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September (autumn); January (winter). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

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.

  1. Université du Québec à Montréal: Maîtrise en administration des affaires (MBA) (opens in a new tab)
  2. UQAM: Cost of studies, scholarships and financial support (opens in a new tab)
  3. UQAM: Cost of studies and cost of living in Montreal (international) (opens in a new tab)
  4. UQAM: Recognised French tests (opens in a new tab)
  5. UQAM: Home page (opens in a new tab)

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