THE MBA THAT BALANCES LIFE & LEARNING

Flexible MBA Options for Working Professionals

Not everyone can pause their career, and SFU Beedie's MBA options are designed precisely for working professionals who need flexibility in their educational journey. This program is all about accommodating your professional life. It empowers you to take control of your learning experience, allowing you to choose a format that best suits your lifestyle. Through a dynamic, multifaceted, and multimodal approach, you can select your ideal learning pathway—in-person, online, or a blend of both- to create your perfect learning pathway that matches your unique style and preferences.

Over 24 months, you'll benefit from cross-cohort networking with diverse professionals, bringing different perspectives. With our specialized coursework and electives, you can curate a personalized learning experience based on your interests, paving your unique path to success.

Sources: (1) Maclean's, Canada's best Comprehensive universities: Rankings 2024. (2) Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2024 rankings. (3) 2024 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI).

In-person

The in-person option suits students commuting from the Metro Vancouver Regional District. You'll progress through Business Foundations courses with a small, diverse group of working professionals, providing ample opportunities to network, collaborate meaningfully, and learn from various viewpoints. Classes are held two evenings a week, with occasional weekend intensive sessions, in downtown Vancouver, the heart of the business center. You can network with like-minded professionals through specialized coursework and electives while customizing your unique educational journey. Apply what you learn the next day, integrating lessons directly into your workplace. This transformative experience accelerates your career progression from day one.

Online

The online option is designed for professionals prioritizing flexibility without sacrificing meaningful connections. You will have access to the same renowned faculty across all modes of study and benefit from mentorship, career support, and dedicated advisors to ensure you get the most out of your MBA experience. Collaboration and teamwork are the core of our curriculum, ensuring you graduate with enhanced knowledge and skills and a robust business network. Customize your learning journey with a variety of specialized coursework and electives tailored to align with your career aspirations. Whether you're looking to advance within your current role or pivot to a new industry, from the outset, you are empowered to integrate new insights directly into professional endeavours to propel your career forward.

Hybrid

The hybrid option is tailored for professionals seeking career advancement through online and in-person learning, offering the most flexible programming for your MBA. Navigate each course in the mode that suits you best, maximizing rich in-person classroom experiences and innovative online environments. Enjoy the convenience of online learning with the flexibility to attend strategically located, easily accessible, scheduled in-person classes at our vibrant downtown Vancouver campus. Customize your educational journey with specialized coursework and electives to align with your career goals. Integrate new knowledge into your work immediately, leveraging this transformative experience to propel your career forward.

MBA Pathway Program - GDBA

The Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (GDBA) is your gateway to advanced business education, offering MBA-level courses with unparalleled flexibility. Learn business fundamentals from our esteemed MBA faculty and explore if the MBA program is the right fit for you. The program is delivered entirely online, which allows you to apply new skills immediately in your professional environment. The GDBA is recognized as a valuable standalone qualification, a strategic pathway to SFU Beedie's full-time MBA program, and our flexible MBA option for working professionals. By completing the GDBA, you've already covered a significant portion of the fundamental MBA curriculum, accelerating your progress toward higher career goals.