What degree will I receive upon completing the program?

Graduates of the Omnium Global Executive MBA program will receive two MBA degrees: a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toronto and a Global Executive Master of Business Administration from the University of St. Gallen.

How many candidates do you accept each year?

We accept 30 to 35 candidates each year to ensure the most exceptional learning experience.

What’s the difference between an Executive MBA and a Full-time or Part-time MBA program?

Please see Degree Selector

Is the program delivered by distance learning?

No. All class sessions are delivered face to face in a classroom, including during international modules. This approach allows you to develop a personal relationship with the faculty and with your classmates. The classroom setting enables you to network with EMBA students outside your own study team, both in-class and in informal settings such as over lunch and during study breaks. The Omnium Executive MBA program does use on-line “pre-courses” to help students prepare for their modules.

When do classes begin?

Classes begin once a year in August.

Is there an admission deadline?

Yes. We ask candidates to complete their applications to the Omnium program by June 30. Our admissions committee considers applications on a rolling basis, which means we review applications and admit students on a first-come-first-served basis. If the class is full before the June 30 deadline, students will be placed on a waitlist and/or considered for the following academic year. If seats in the program remain after June 30, applications will be accepted until the program is full.

Is an interview required?

Yes. Interviewing with one of our program directors is an important part of the application process. We want to help you decide if the Omnium Executive MBA is the right fit for your career goals before you begin the formal application process. The interview may be conducted either in person, via webcam/Skype or by telephone.

If I meet the minimum admissions criteria for the Omnium Global Executive MBA program what are my chances of being accepted?

Fulfilling the minimum criteria only guarantees you consideration for admission to the program. An offer of admission often depends upon both the individual strength of your application and the strength of your application relative to others seeking admission to the program. Due to the competitive nature of the application process, successful applicants tend to significantly exceed the minimum admissions criteria.

What are the most heavily weighted factors?

We take a ‘whole package’ approach when reviewing applications. We look at the quantitative features of the application such as the GPA and EDT/GMAT/GRE score, but also at the quality of the essays, references, interview, academic background, international work and extra-curricular experiences.

Do I need to write the GMAT or GRE

Candidates with an undergraduate degree equivalent to the University of Toronto’s four year degree have the option of writing the Executive Diagnostic Tool (EDT) instead of the GMAT or GRE. Learn more about the EDT here.
All candidates without a recognized undergraduate degree must write the GMAT and achieve a minimum score of 500 or the equivalent in the GRE.

What is an EDT and do I need to write it? Do I write it after I complete my application?

The Executive MBA Diagnostic Tool (EDT) measures the basic mathematical and analytical skills you will need to successfully work with the course material of the Executive MBA program.

All candidates for the EMBA program will be required to pass the EDT, unless they have already written a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) within the last five years and achieved a minimum score of 500 or the equivalent in the GRE.

All candidates without an undergraduate degree must write the GMAT and achieve a minimum score of 500, or the equivalent in the GRE. Preference will be given to candidates with a GMAT (or GRE equivalent) score of 550 or higher.

Learn more about the EDT here.

Do I need to write a TOEFL or IELTS?

Candidates who have completed their undergraduate degrees in a language other than in English must write their TOEFL or IELTS. The minimum overall score required is 93 (writing, 22; speaking, 22) on the TOEFL, and for the IELTS the minimum overall score is 7.0. Read more about our language requirements here

Do I need to be employed to be admitted into the Omnium Global Executive MBA program?

We prefer students to be employed when applying to, and while enrolled in, the Omnium program but will consider each candidate on their own individual merits. Please contact our admissions advisor to discuss your individual situation: 416 946 3022 or emba.admissions@rotman.utoronto.ca.

Once my application is complete, how long will I have to wait for an admission decision?

Our admissions committee usually reviews completed applications within two business days. You can expect a decision within three business days of submitting your completed application.

If I’m admitted this year, can I defer my admission to next year?

Yes. You can defer your acceptance for one year.

What are the program fees?

See http://www.omniumgemba.com/admissions_and_fees/fees.aspx for current fees.

What should I budget for additional costs associated with travel and accommodations?

We would suggest budgeting an additional $14,000–$20,000 CDN for flights, hotel and dinner expenses.

What is included in the program fee?

The program fees include your textbooks, all course material, lunch and break snacks on class days (breakfast is often provided by the host hotel on international modules), travel between cities during modules, and one-to-one career coaching.

How can I pay tuition?

Tuition fees can be paid by personal cheques, wire transfers or bank drafts. We do not accept credit card payments for tuition fees.

Are there scholarships or discounts available?

Yes! We offer a variety of scholarships. To be considered for a scholarship, you must be admitted to the program and submit your scholarship application by July 1^st.We also have an early enrolment discount of $10,000 CAD for those who enroll by the February deadline or $5,000 CAD for those who enroll by the May deadline established each year. See http://www.omniumgemba.com/admissions_and_fees/scholarships.aspx for deadlines and details.