A DIFFERENT KIND OF MBA

H A L I F A X N S , C A N A D A

A DIFFERENT KIND OFMBA

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FOCUS ON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING1Whether you are entering the program directly from any undergrad degree or using the CRMBA to pivot into a new career you will be immersed quickly and intensely into the real business world with an eight-month paid Corporate Residency

Personal and Professional Effectiveness – our hands-on proprietary leadership development program

EXPAND YOUR PROFESSIONAL NETWORK2Access to both our broad network of MBA alumni from around the world, as well as hundreds of employer partnerships from across Canada

BIG UNIVERSITY...SMALL COHORT3Dalhousie represents a large university with over 200 programs and all the services you associate with a major international institution. However, our program brings together a relatively small cohort where you can get to know faculty and student on first name basis

WHY THE DALHOUSIE MBA IS...A DIFFERENT KIND OF MBA

ONLY 5% OF THE WORLD’S BUSINESS SCHOOLS HOLD THE AACSB ACCREDITATION.

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THE DALHOUSIEADVANTAGEWelcome to one of Canada’s leading universities. Since 1818, Dalhousie has been attracting students from around the globe and providing a world-class education. We are recognized for outstanding academic quality, superb faculty and educational and research opportunities that are second to none. Dalhousie is home to over 18,000 students and has graduated 91 Rhodes scholars, the sixth highest in the world. We provide a unique interactive and collaborative and career-oriented opportunities. We inspire our students, faculty, staff and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada and the world. Our Faculty of Management, home of the Dalhousie Corporate Residency MBA, has international reputation for developing private sector, public sector and civil society leaders who manage with integrity and make things happen.

YOUR ROWESCHOOL OF BUSINESSH A L I F A X , N O V A S C O T I A



ALL DEGREES WELCOMEAt the Rowe School of Business, all degrees are welcome. Our tradition is being a destination for non-traditional students from every discipline. We are looking for high potential career launchers who are self-motivated achievers, socially conscious, and confident in their ability to succeed.

Along with academic success in their undergraduate degree, Corporate Residency MBA students share a sense of how to transfer skills and experience acquired in Science, Arts, Engineering, Business and other degrees into a managerial context, along with a willingness to take on a steep learning curve and strive to be the best they can be.

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CLASS PROFILE BY UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE

In many cases the diversity in our classes comes from students “pivoting” out of different career paths such as medicine, law, dentistry, pharmacy or engineering. Whereas other students are “blenders” who have a passion for what they studied in their undergraduate program but want to combine the skills they already have with a new set of business and leadership skills. For those interested in law, we offer the option of a joint JD/MBA program, which can be completed in four years.

OUR PROGRAM IS IN THE TOP 2% OF MBA PROGRAMS WORLDWIDE!

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MBA+ YOUR DEGREE

Charlotte Henderson, JD/MBA 2020

Undergrad – BA (Political Science), Mount Allison University

Corporate Residency – Product Marketing Manager, Dragon Veterinary

Current Positions – CCO, Dragon Veterinary; Business Development Manager, Modest Tree; Articling Clerk, Stewart McKelvey

Melissa Ogilvie, MBA 2018

Undergrad – BSc (Human Kinetics), University of Ottawa

Corporate Residency –Consultant, Strategy & Operations at Deloitte Canada

Current Position – Manager, Digital Care (Health), Deloitte Canada

Connie Zheng, MBA 2017

Undergrad – BBA (Accounting), Zhongnan University of Economics and Law

Corporate Residency – Data Analyst, Atlantic Lottery Corporation

Current Position – SAP BPC Consultant, EY

Dave Beekhuizen, MBA 2019

Undergrad – BSc (Exploration Geophysics), University of Calgary

Corporate Residency – Corporate Banking Analyst, Scotiabank Global Banking and Markets

Current Position – Analyst Rates West, TC Energy

David Hatcher, MBA 2018

Undergrad – BEng (Mineral Resource), Dalhousie University

Corporate Residency – Corporate Development and Investor Relations Analyst, DHX Media

Current Position – Business and Corporate Development, Snyk

Nicolas Yantzi, MBA 2019

Undergrad – BSc (Computer Science) McGill University

Corporate Residency – Infrastructure Finance Analyst, RBC Capital Markets

Current Position – Associate - Equity Finance, RBC Capital Markets

A R T S & S O C I A L S C I E N C E

H E A LT H S C I E N C E

B U S I N E S S

S C I E N C E

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T E C H N O L O G Y & I N N O V AT I O N

C L I C K T H E I R I M A G E S T O C O N N E C T O N L I N K E D I N



THE CORPORATE RESIDENCY

Your career begins just a few short months into the program. By the time you enter your Corporate Residency, you will have been coached and rigorously prepared for this deep immersion into the business world. Over eight months you will accomplish and learn more than is possible in any traditional four-month co-op because a Dalhousie Corporate Residency isn’t just another summer job, it’s a glimpse into your career. As one employer aptly said, “In four months you are considered a co-op student. In eight months, we treat you like an employee with all the responsibility that goes with it.” You will be paid a salary that helps offset tuition fees. You’ll come back to the classroom for your second year with solid business experience, ready to leverage what you’ve learned during your residency.

Your Career Success: In partnership with the Management Career Services (MCS) team, the Corporate Residency MBA program integrates career development directly into the curriculum, helping prepare you for future career success. Our professional team works with you to hone your job search and interview skills and connect you with employers for your Corporate Residency and beyond.

Students also have the option of creating a self-developed Corporate Residency and have access to the team in Management Career Services for assistance.

1. SELF-MANAGEMENT 2. CAREER INTELLIGENCE

• Career and Strengths-based Assessments• Self-Awareness & Goal Setting• Emotional Intelligence & Reflective Practice

• Industry Awareness & Employer Engagement• Networking & Alumni Connections• Impression Management

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OUR EMPLOYER PARTNERSThe possibilities for your Corporate Residency experience are limitless. Our students secure their eight-month paid residencies with employers in the business, not-for-profit and public service sectors. Most are located in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada, however, CRMBA students have completed their

residencies in locations across Canada

Below is a small sample of our employer partners. A full list is available on our website dalmba.ca

3. PERSONAL BRAND 4. CAREER DEVELOPMENT SKILLS

• Resume & Cover Letter• Video Pitch & Presentation Skills• LinkedIn Coaching

• Interview Skills Prep• Career Coaching & Mentorship• Virtual & Case Interviewing



RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT:BY THE NUMBERS

TOP 4 INDUSTRIES FOR MBA GRADUATES

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average Corporate Residency Salary

$66,536average annual compensation

36 %

97%of active job seekers found employment within 6 months of graduation

of active job seekers found work in Nova Scotia

$20,000-53,00023%Finance & Banking

21%Consulting

17%Marketing, Sales, & Service

14%Business, Management & Admin

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EXPLORE CANADA’S EAST COAST Dalhousie University is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada’s Atlantic Coast. The Halifax area, with a population of 425,000, is a centre of commerce, culture and heritage. A youthful (average age 29), vibrant city filled with pubs, restaurants and shops, Halifax offers a cosmopolitan experience in a relaxed atmosphere. Opportunities for a wide range of outdoor pursuits are available within city limits where pristine lakes, hiking trails, vineyards and coastal beaches are close at hand.

T H E B E A U T I F U L W AT E R F R O N T, H A L I F A X



OUR LEARNING APPROACHThe Corporate Residency MBA is unique in its structure, design and approach to learning. Our 22-month program is more than the completion of a set number of stand-alone courses. We ensure students receive a business education that balances theoretical knowledge with in-class experiential learning and application of business skills in an eight-month work term.

S E M E S T E R O N E

S E M E S T E R T W O

C O R P O R AT E R E S I D E N C Y

S E M E S T E R S T H R E E & F O U R

Year one of the Corporate Residency MBA program begins with pre-course work and an orientation in late June. The balance of the summer is spent completing five core courses. These provide students with a new appreciation for the world of business and give them the fundamental competencies essential for success in today’s business world. As well, students benefit from personal and professional effectiveness sessions designed to help prepare them for securing their corporate residencies.

In the fall of year one are six more core courses plus a competitive, immersive, team-based integrative weekend session that challenges students to fully integrate all learning to date. Specifically, students build on their skills surrounding sales, negotiation and teamwork. Faculty members and Employer Partners work together on these sessions to ensure the highest level of learning and job preparation.

Year one continues in January with paid corporate residencies—extended work terms with leading employers—refining the concepts and skills acquired in the classroom and putting them into practice in a corporate setting. The academic learning continues during this period with an online course designed to help you navigate your corporate residency experience. Year one ends with an intensive debriefing of the corporate residencies to harvest the important learnings and celebrate student successes.

In the fall and winter terms of year two, students complete the five remaining core courses which provide an opportunity to build consulting, problem solving, project management and stakeholder management skills. Additionally, seven electives are required to complete the final year. Through elective choices students can deep dive into four areas of focus including: Finance, Marketing, Enterprise Analytics and Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Elective courses also can include directed studies that will be developed with a faculty member. The official completion of the MBA occurs at the May convocation.

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A DIFFERENT KIND OF MBAYear OneP R E - P R O G R A M May to Jun

The Corporate Residency MBA Office will distribute information related to:

Moving to Halifax | Course registration | TextbooksPre-course materials | Resources & assessments

F A L L

Sept to Dec

BUSI 5004MGMT 5000 Management Without BordersBUSI 6000 Strategy & CompetitivenessElective #1 | Elective #2 | Elective #3

PPE II: Creativity & ComplexityYear Two

BUSI 5004Year TwoW I N T E R

Jan to Apr

BUSI 6005 Strategy ImplementationElective #4 | Elective #5 | Elective #6 |Elective #7

PPE Capstone: Leading and Influencing

Year OneS U M M E R

Jun to Aug

O R I E N TA T I O N BUSI 5000Intensive courses:BUSI 5703 Business EconomicsBUSI 5103 Business AccountingBUSI 5503 Quantitative Decision MakingBUSI 6900 Corporate Responsibility, Ethics and Society

Introduction to Personal & Professional Effectiveness (PPE)

Integrative #1 (Mid-Fall)

Year OneF A L L

Sept to Dec

BUSI 5003BUSI 5201 Financial ManagementBUSI 5401 Marketing ManagementBUSI 5512 Leveraging TechnologyBUSI 5801 International Business BUSI 5551 Operations Management

PPE I: Self Management & Engagement

Integrative #2 (Winter)

Year OneW I N T E R , S P R I N G & S U M M E R

BUSI 7000 Corporate Residency (8-month paid work experience)BUSI 5305 Managing People (Online: January to April)

Corporate Residency Debrief (Early September)



PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

· Reflective Practice· Deliberate Practice· Emotional Intelligence· Impression Management

· Team Dynamics· Conflict Management· Communication Skills· Giving/Receiving Feedback

SUMMER YEAR 1 FALL YEAR 1

Threaded through the 22 months of the program, the Personal and Professional Effectiveness curriculum dives into the hidden world that separates good from great. Focused broadly on skills related to leadership development and career management, these courses are accompanied by opportunities for individual coaching to support each student’s efforts to set and achieve professional development goals.

F O R M AT

PPE modules are intended to offer students a blend of new knowledge acquisition, time to practice and hone skills through in-class workshops, out-of-class reflection, opportunities to engage with industry-relevant guest speakers and peer-to-peer discussion, which provides the class with the chance to leverage knowledge gained through previous work and life experiences.

P P E T I M E L I N E B E L O W :

S E L F - M A N A G E M E N T E N G A G E M E N T

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· Creative Practice· Design Leadership· Facilitation· Navigating Complexity

· Leveraging Experience· Personal Leadership Philosophy· Managing Ambiguity· Sharing & Teaching

MEET VAISHNAVI VEMIREDDY"

FALL YEAR 2 WINTER YEAR 2

Through the Personal and Professional Effectiveness modules I discovered

how to uniquely represent myself and manage uncertainties in both personal and professional situations. Additionally, as an international student, I can’t emphasize enough how developing my emotional intelligence skills has helped me actively engage in new teams especially in diverse workplaces while being open to diverse perspectives."

2020 CRMBA GraduateCorporate Residency: Data Scientist at Medavie Blue CrossCurrent Position: Data Specialist at JD IrvingConnect on LinkedIn

C R E AT I V I T Y A N D C O M P L E X I T Y

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BUILD SOMETHINGMASSIVE

Dalhousie has partnered with top business schools to create a global seed stage program for developing massively scalable, science-based companies, which employs an objectives-based mentoring process with the goal of maximizing equity-value creation. CRMBA students have the opportunity to benefit from the innovation and entrepreneurship eco-system created by CDL-Atlantic to gain a unique understanding of how to evaluate, finance, and manage technology businesses. There are three primary ways for MBA students to get involved with CDL-Atlantic:

CDL SESSION VOLUNTEER:

CDL COURSE ELECTIVE 1 & 2:

CDL-ATLANTIC CORPORATE RESIDENCY:

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For CDL sessions, CRMBA students have an opportunity to sit in on mentor/venture meetings which provides insight to startup companies and how mentors and investors provide advice on how to build and scale their companies.

By enrolling in the CDL electives you will gain access to emerging companies and cutting-edge technology in artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, ocean tech, and more. You will increase your awareness of issues and advancement at the intersections of law, technology, and business, while also achieving a holistic understanding of entrepreneurial financing, intellectual property and patent processing. Students who take the CDL Course 2 will have a hands-on opportunity to build consulting skills by being matched with startup companies in the CDL-Atlantic program.

Each year CDL hires at least 1 CRMBA student for the 8-month residency. This offers a diverse range of exposure and responsibilities in operations, recruitment of new cohort and venture management.

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This course is characterized by a strong emphasis on teamwork and effective problem solving in inter-professional environments. Experiential learning is at the core of MWB. Together with graduate students from the Faculty of Management’s Public Administration, Information Management and Resource/Environmental graduate programs, our CRMBA students will spend the Fall semester of second year working on projects hosted by public, private and community organizations from across Nova Scotia. The MWB group project is a significant undertaking – one that is intended to address a real challenge facing our partner organizations. This exercise in cross-boundary collaboration provides students with an opportunity to build and hone professional and academic skills that can be transferred to future workplaces.

ROWE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS CONNECT In the Fall semester of the second year, teams of CRMBA students find organizations with strategic needs they can address through eight-month projects. The RSBConnect teams scan the business environment, formulate strategies to address the needs and develop implementation plans. The clients gain a fresh perspective on important issues while students gain hands-on experience in applying their knowledge and skills as well as broadening their network.

MANAGEMENT WITHOUT BORDERS



ENRICH YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE Aside from regular coursework, Dalhousie CRMBA students are encouraged to get involved in activities outside of the classroom. Opportunities such as MBA Games, case competitions, MBA Society, and much more are a great way to develop professional skills, build your network, and have fun with your cohort.

MBA SOCIETYPlay a direct role in ensuring the best student experience for yourself and your cohort by joining the MBA Society. Society members will work with faculty, alumni, and other student associations within Dalhousie’s Faculty of Management to represent the interests and views of all students within the CRMBA program. With 14 positions available to both 1st and 2nd year CRMBA students, there are plenty of ways to contribute to enhancing academic, social and cultural activities.

MBA GAMESRepresent the Rowe School of Business in the annual MBA Games competition. You and your classmates will travel to this national competition to compete in academic, athletic and spirit events against other MBA programs from across Canada. MBA Games provides an unparalleled opportunity to compete and network with business students and professionals from across Canada.

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CRMBA FORMALDalhousie’s CRMBA program prides itself in its’ cohort culture. Stronger relationships with your peers will translate to a more collaborative and rewarding experience within the classroom. Events like the annual CRMBA Gala are a chance for students to gather outside of an academic setting to celebrate CRMBA achievements and success with students and faculty.

Compete alongside your cohort against students from around the world to develop solutions to business cases. On top of applying course concepts to real-world business problems, case competitions provide many opportunities to meet employers and business professionals. With an MBA Society member dedicated to case competitions, there is ample support available to students to showcase their abilities in a wide range of case topics. Some of our recent achievements a include:• 2020 MBA Games Strategy Case Competition 3rd

place• Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC)

Entrepreneur’s Choice Award

• Halifax Innovation Challenge Finalists & Most Disruptive Idea Award

• Rumble in the Rowe 2nd place• RBC Virtual Case Study Competition 2nd place

CASE COMPETITIONS



OUR ADMISSION & SCHOLARSHIP PROCESS.The Dalhousie Corporate Residency MBA selection process is rigorous and focused on finding candidates who are the right fit for our unique program. We deliberately keep our cohort small – with an average intake of 45 candidates each year – to ensure you will be motivated, encouraged, inspired and challenged by likeminded individuals. Here is some information you need to know before applying:

Academic Achievement

Standardized Test Score

Academic Letter of Reference

Extra-Curricular Experiences

Letter of Intent

English Proficiency

Letter of Financial Guarantee (Non-Canadian Students Only)

• A 4-year bachelor’s degree, in any discipline. Degree granted by a university of recognized standing.

• A Grade Point Average of 3.0 (or B) or better in the final two years (or 60 credits) of an undergraduate degree.

• Our program is in the process of waving the standardized test (GMAT) requirement for those applying for the June 2022 intake. It is currently pending final approval by Dalhousie Faculty of Graduate Studies. If not approved the standardized test requirement is GMAT score of 550 or better (Institution code 0915); we may also consider GRE, MCAT, DAT and LSAT.

• All students are required to submit two academic letters of reference. If the candidate has been away from their studies for more than five years consecutively, one academic reference and one professional reference will be accepted.

• Candidates must submit a résumé that details their relevant experience. An effective résumé will define your skills and abilities, showing how well you perform when operating at or near the peak of your abilities.

• The letter of intent offers prospective candidates the opportunity to express their value proposition to the admissions committee.

• For candidates who have a degree from a non-English-language university, whose native tongue is not English: Minimum IELTS overall score of 7; TOEFL score of 92 (internet based); MELAB score of 85; CanTest score of 4.5 (with no band score below a 4.0)

• The letter must indicate that an individual or organization is accepting financial responsibility for tuition and living expenses or fully sponsoring a student during the full course of their studies. Scanned copies of certificates of deposit are also acceptable.

MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

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ONLY FOUR STEPS TO LAUNCHING YOUR CAREER.

STEP 1Complete Online Application

• The online application link can be found at dalmba.ca.

• Candidates who would like to be considered for Entrance Scholarships must submit a Scholarship Application and have completed steps 1-3 prior to the 1st and 2nd round of admission deadlines.

STEP 4Wait for Your Results

• Successful candidates will receive a letter of admission from Dalhousie’s Faculty of Graduate Studies within 4-6 weeks after the admissions deadline.

• Applicants are expected to respond to offers within stated timeline.

STEP 3Admissions Interview

• All candidates being considered for admissions will be contacted by the CRMBA office to schedule a video interview.

• If the candidate successfully passes the interview and all other requirements have been met, CRMBA office will recommend them for admissions to Dalhousie’s Faculty of Graduate Studies.

STEP 2Submit Supporting Documents

• All supporting documents must be received before one of our admissions deadlines:

1st round: January 14th 2nd round: February 28th 3rd round: April 22nd

Please note: Students intending to apply to the joint JD/MBA program should contact both the Admissions Officer, JD program: [email protected], and the Admissions Coordinator, CRMBA program: [email protected], for specific information.

For complete details on our admissions requirements, fees, and scholarship application, visit dalmba.ca.

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THE DALHOUSIE CRMBA PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Length: 22-months Start Date: June Work Experience Required: 0-5 years Background: All degrees welcome Ranking: According to QS MBA Rankings Dalhousie’s Full-time CRMBA program is ranked top 200 worldwide, top 10 in Canada, and 1st in Atlantic Canada!

P R O G R A M A N D A P P L I C AT I O N

Dalhousie CRMBA OfficeRowe Management Building6100 University Avenue, Suite 2127Halifax, NS B3H [email protected]

C O N TA C T I N F O R M AT I O N

1st round: January 14th (Visa student application deadline)2nd round: February 28th 3rd round: April 22nd

A P P L I C AT I O N D E A D L I N E S

Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident: $54,575International Student: $82,205

P R O G R A M F E E S : *

*Subject to Dalhousie Board of Governors’ approval. The university may adjust fees at any time with limited notice.

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