Online Master of Management Sciences (MMSc) - Business Analytics - Applications | Management Science and Engineering

How to Apply to the Online MMSc-Business Analytics

The Online MMSc-Business Analytics program requires a background in calculus and probability. If you don't have the required qualifications, you may want to consider completing some undergraduate-level courses before you apply.

The application deadlines are June 1 (for September admission), October 1 (for January admission) and February 1 (for May admission).

We recommend you apply at least two to four weeks ahead of the application deadline to ensure there is enough time to upload your supporting documents and for your referees to submit their reference forms.

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Admission requirements

The Online MMSc- Business Analytics is a coursework degree that does not require GMAT, a GRE or a supervisor.

As this is a 100% online program, it is not eligible for a study permit to Canada. However, coursework can be performed from anywhere in the world, and many international students take the Online MMSc- Business Analytics to advance their careers with a globally recognized degree that might help them pursue jobs both in Canada and internationally.

Please consider that requests for pre-evaluation cannot be accommodated and you will be redirected to formally apply online. Please contact us if you have any questions. Only complete applications can be reviewed and considered for admission.

Undergraduate qualifications

Minimum admission requirements are available on the program’s Graduate Studies page. They include:

An Honours Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a minimum 75% standing in the last two years.
A background in quantitative methods (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics).
All applicants must submit a "Statement of Purpose" - a one-page statement addressing their academic background and future goals.

This program requires a background in calculus and probability. If you don't have the required qualifications, you may want to consider completing some undergraduate-level courses before you apply.

Waterloo has courses available via the Centre for Extended Learning that can provide you with the math skills you will need in all of our Management Sciences graduate programs.

To be considered for admission to a graduate program in Management Science and Engineering, students without the appropriate background may need to complete MATH 127, MATH 106 and/or PSCYH 292 with a grade of 70% or higher.
Post-degree admission to the MATH course is available via the Center of Extended Learning. Please check course requirements and deadlines.
After you have received an email from the Center for Extended Learning (CEL) confirming your acceptance as a post-degree student, contact us to let us know you are applying to the Online MMSc- Business Analytics program and would like your course(s) to be considered in your application.

Exemptions

Exemptions do not apply to the Online MMSc- Business Analytics program requirements.

Step 1: Prepare your documents

If you meet the requirements, you’re ready to apply! The first step of applying to graduate studies at Waterloo is ensuring that you have all of your required application documents prepared and ready to go.

You will need:

Resume
Digital copies of your unofficial transcript(s) for all previous post-secondary education (both completed and incomplete)
Two (2) References (academic or professional)
Statement of Purpose
Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
- TOEFL 4.5 (writing 5, speaking 5) or IELTS 7.0 (writing 6.5, speaking 6.5)

Step 2: Complete your Graduate Studies Application

In this step, you will declare the required application information — degree(s) and overall averages, recent work history, and reference information. You do not add documents in this step.

Next, pay the $150 CAD, non-refundable application fee and submit. After submitting your application, you will have access to the application portal and be able to submit supporting documents and complete your application.

Step 3: Upload your supporting documents

In this step, you will upload your documents to your application to prove everything that you declared in the second step. Don’t forget your resume, 500-word statement of purpose, and ELP test scores (if applicable).

Please note that you will need digital copies of your transcript (unofficial version). Please ensure to include both the front and back of your transcripts and include a transcript legend if one is available.

After submitting your application, please direct admissions-related questions to the Graduate Studies Office

“If you are from an engineering background and want to add business management skills, this program is a good fit. It's a good stepping stone and will provide a competitive advantage over other candidates. I wanted a name that spoke for itself. With Waterloo, you don't have to sell the value of the school to employers.”

- Hamza Quadar, Senior Financial Advisor, Canada Revenue Agency. Class of 2022.

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