EMBA in MBA (Executive Management)

Applicants are responsible for arranging for the submission of official transcripts from ALL post-secondary (higher education) institutions currently or previously attended, for all credit courses and/or programs. Transcripts are not required for non-credit programs or courses, though some programs may require proof of professional certifications or designations.

One reference letter should be based on work experience and the other based on either academic performance or community service. However, two work-related references are acceptable in certain cases. The reference letters should confirm that an applicant is a suitable candidate for an MBA program. The writer(s) should articulate why they feel the applicant will succeed in such a program, whether they feel it will benefit the applicant (and why), and any other information about the applicant which could identify them as a good fit for the program. The context in which the referee has come to know the applicant should also be mentioned. Length and level of detail in the letters may vary; there is no set standard.

A detailed or structured résumé is one that provides a comprehensive professional profile of the applicant. We are interested in knowing where an applicant has worked, for how long, and what they were responsible for in the positions held. Provide as much information as possible, with special attention to the past ten years of your career.

The statement of intent should consist of (but is not limited to) a two to three page essay and must address the following questions: What influenced your decision to apply to RRU’s MBA program? What do you hope to contribute to this program and the university? In 5‐10 years, how do you anticipate this program will add value? How is this program relevant to your personal and career goals? What training and/or academic courses have you done that relate to management? What experience have you had with distance education and self‐directed study? What experience do you have working collaboratively in a team? If there is any other information that you feel might be of interest or relevance to your application, please include it in the statement of intent.

IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo

All applicants must submit evidence of competency in written communication. There are three options for providing this evidence: You may include a recent (within the last 2 years) writing sample from your academic work that has been assessed by an instructor. You are encouraged to include the instructor comments and final assessment, though this is not required. If you do not have a recent writing sample on file, you may write an original, maximum 500 word statement addressing the question: “What is my management and/or leadership philosophy?” Your writing should be clearly organized, should take a position, and substantiate it with evidence from personal experience and other sources. In lieu of a writing sample, applicants may register in the Academic Writing and Critical Thinking course offered through Continuing Studies at Royal Roads University. Your course may be in progress at the time of application. However, course completion with a minimum B (73%) is required as a condition for entry. Please note: Applicants must submit a writing sample OR proof of enrolment in RRU Continuing Studies’ Academic Writing and Critical Thinking course as a part of their application package. Applicants who have previously completed RRU Continuing Studies’ Academic Writing and Critical Thinking course with a B (73%) or above should submit their final grade confirmation letter.