Course overview
Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, Canada. It takes 20 months, 68 credits, in person at Nanaimo; ACBSP-accredited, with intakes in September; January.
Vancouver Island University is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Vancouver Island University (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Nanaimo, Canada |
| Course | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 20 months, 68 credits, in person at Nanaimo; ACBSP-accredited |
| Tuition per year | C$31,462 (≈ ₹21.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | September; January |
| English requirement | Graduate English requirement, for example IELTS Academic 6.5, if your degree was not taught in English |
Interested in Master of Business Administration (MBA)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$31,462 a year, about ₹21.1 lakh. Over 1.5 years that is roughly C$47,193 (≈ ₹31.6 lakh) before any yearly increase.
VIU lists international tuition of CAD 52,436.16 for the whole 20-month MBA (68 credits × CAD 771.12); shown here as a 12-month share. Estimated total with student fees and books: CAD 56,382.16
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.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer 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 Vancouver Island University for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- MBA: a bachelor's degree in any field with at least a B average in the last two years, one year of work experience, a résumé, introduction letter and two references. No GMAT.
- MBA international application windows: 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 for September 2027; 1 January to 30 June 2027 for January 2028.
English requirements
For this course: Graduate English requirement, for example IELTS Academic 6.5, if your degree was not taught in English.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 |
| PTE Academic | 60 with no section below 60 |
| TOEFL iBT | 88 with no section below 20 (tests before 21 January 2026); 4.5 with no section below 4.0 on the new scale |
| Duolingo | 115 with no band below 105. VIU accepts online tests, but IRCC may want an in-person test for your study permit |
| Class 12 English | VIU's page does not list Indian Class 12 English as a waiver; India is not on its list of English-speaking countries |
Intakes
This course starts in: September; January.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree transcripts and certificate (MBA)
- IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo or CAEL result (valid for 2 years)
- Résumé, letter of introduction and two recommendation letters (MBA)
- Application fee of CAD 156.06
Scholarships
VIU scholarships, awards and bursaries
All students
Value: Donors fund more than 2,000 awards a year (values vary)
Open to VIU students; VIU's international page does not list awards only for international students.
Official page
About Vancouver Island University
Vancouver Island University (VIU) is a public university on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, with its main campus in Nanaimo and smaller campuses in Cowichan and Powell River. It had 12,022 students in May 2026, including 976 international students from 83 countries, and offers more than 100 programmes, from trades and diplomas to bachelor's and master's degrees.
Indian students look at VIU for its computer science degree with co-op, its business degrees and its 20-month MBA, which needs no GMAT. Undergraduate tuition is the same for all degree programmes (CAD 832.09 per credit, about CAD 24,960 for a 30-credit year).
Similar courses
Business & Management courses at other universities in Canada
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- Supply Chain Management - Global (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)Algonquin College1 year (2 terms) full time · C$17,713 / year
- Human Resource Management (Advanced Diploma)Assiniboine College8 months full-time (60 credits); needs a 2-year diploma or degree · C$16,790 / year
- Marketing (Advanced Diploma)Assiniboine College8 months full-time (60 credits); needs a 2-year diploma or degree · C$16,790 / year
- Digital Marketing (Post-Diploma Certificate)Bow Valley College2 terms · C$19,926 / year
More courses at Vancouver Island University
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Major, Honours or Co-op)4 years; the co-op major adds three summer work placements · C$24,963 / year
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Majors and Minors4 years; majors in accounting, economics, financial services, HR, international business, management and marketing · C$24,963 / year
- Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting4 years · C$24,963 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Vancouver Island University?
The tuition for international students is C$31,462 a year (about ₹21.1 lakh). VIU lists international tuition of CAD 52,436.16 for the whole 20-month MBA (68 credits × CAD 771.12); shown here as a 12-month share. Estimated total with student fees and books: CAD 56,382.16. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Master of Business Administration (MBA)?
The course takes 20 months, 68 credits, in person at Nanaimo; ACBSP-accredited.
What English score do I need?
Graduate English requirement, for example IELTS Academic 6.5, if your degree was not taught in English. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September; January. 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.
