Affordable. Accelerated. Accredited
Open to students from all academic backgrounds, the Odette MBA delivers maximum value in minimum time. Combining an affordable investment, an accelerated 16-month format, and the prestige of an AACSB-accredited business school ranked among the top 6% globally, the program equips you with the leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills needed to advance your career and make an immediate impact.
An affordable MBA should never mean compromising on quality. With small cohorts, award-winning faculty, dedicated student support, and a collaborative learning environment, you'll benefit from a personalized experience while building a powerful professional network of classmates, alumni, and industry leaders.
Program highlights include:
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91% employment rate of graduates after six months (2023 Graduate Survey)
- Gain real world experience through corporate experiential learning
- No business undergraduate degree or work experience required, students with diverse educational and work backgrounds are encouraged to apply
- Taught by award winning and internationally recognized faculty
- Small class sizes (maximum 50 students) allow for networking opportunities with students and professors from diverse backgrounds and rich career experiences
- One of the most affordable and high-quality MBAs in Ontario
- AACSB Accredited. Among the Top 6% of Business Schools Worldwide.
Real-World Corporate Projects
Theory comes to life through hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that connect students directly with the business community. The Advanced Program for Experiential Consulting (APEX) is a signature component of the Odette MBA, providing students with the opportunity to work with real clients on real business challenges alongside the leaders of prominent corporate partners such as:
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• Stellantis Canada
• Windsor Regional Hospital
• Power Corporation of Canada
• Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
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• Ontario Creates
• LCBO Corporate
• Crayola
• Hiram Walker & Sons
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• Detroit-Windsor Tunnel
• Saint John Sea Dogs
• City of Windsor
• BDC and many others.
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Beyond APEX, students gain valuable industry exposure through corporate internships, consulting projects, and collaborations with external partners integrated throughout the curriculum. These experiences enable students to work alongside business leaders, tackle complex organizational issues, and deliver meaningful solutions that create value for partner organizations.
Students graduate with more than an MBA. They leave Odette with proven experience, professional connections, and the confidence to lead from day one.
Fall 2027 Application Deadlines:
- International students, deadline to apply is April 1st, 2027
- Domestic students, deadline to apply is July 1st, 2027
You can find our admission requirements here. Please note there is a $125 non-refundable fee to apply.
The MBA Full Time program offers admission only for the fall semester, we do not have a winter or summer intake. Classes start early September every year.
Yes, bursaries are available through the Odette School of Business and the University of Windsor. Please note we do not offer full-ride scholarships.
Learn more about scholarships and bursaries on the Graduate Studies website.
We do not offer pre-evaluations of your application. We encourage you to apply if you meet the admission criteria we have listed and are interested in gaining a deeper knowledge of business in a fast-paced learning environment with an experiential approach to education. Please note that class sizes are capped at 50 students.
Yes, the GMAT is a requirement for admission into the program.
What is the GMAT?
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is designed to assess your quantitative reasoning, analytical writing, verbal ability, and critical thinking skills, all of which are essential for success in a rigorous MBA program.
Students are encouraged to take the GMAT, as a high GMAT score is not only a strong admission criterion, but it is also used in awarding some entrance scholarships. Once you apply to the program, we will review your transcript and determine if you meet any of these requirements and issue you a waiver at that time.
Can I request a GMAT waiver?
Yes. While we do offer the option to request a GMAT waiver, we recommend writing the GMAT. Admissions will strongly consider a candidate's ability to successfully complete the program with this data.
You can request a GMAT waivers if you meet at least have ONE of the qualifications listed below:
- CPA
- CFA
- P. ENG
- LSAT
- GRE
- MCAT
A GMAT waiver may be considered if an applicant has a CGPA of 80% or higher in the last 2 years from a recognized university.
Who should request a waiver?
If you believe that your academic background and/or professional experience already demonstrate strong quantitative and qualitative skills equivalent to what the GMAT tests, you may submit a waiver request.
How do I request a waiver?
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Include a GMAT Waiver Request Form as part of your application.
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In your form, outline your rationale for the waiver request, clearly demonstrating how your education and/or work experience provide evidence of the same competencies that the GMAT measures.
The admissions committee will review your request and notify you if the waiver is approved.
Testimonials
For more information:
Valerie Bonasso, MBA
MBA Program Administrator
bonassov@uwindsor.ca
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