McMaster University • DeGroote School of Business
Blended Learning Part-Time MBA
Advance your career with a flexible MBA designed for working professionals — combining online learning with in-person weekend residencies so you can keep moving forward without stepping away from work.
- ✓ 36-month program built for working professionals
- ✓ Hybrid delivery with online coursework and weekend residencies
- ✓ Designed for professionals with 4+ years of experience
- ✓ Apply what you learn immediately in your current role
Want to explore the program first? Download the brochure and browse the site for a fuller overview of the format, curriculum, and next steps.
Program length
36 months
Learning format
Online + weekend residencies
Residency weekends
3 per term
Next start
September
Is this MBA right for you?
The Blended Learning Part-Time MBA is designed for professionals who want to keep building their careers while earning a respected graduate business credential.
- You have at least 4 years of relevant postgraduate work experience.
- You want an MBA that fits around work and personal responsibilities.
- You prefer a format that blends online flexibility with face-to-face learning.
- You want to apply what you learn in real time as your career continues to grow.
“The BLPT MBA has enabled me to accelerate my career growth from an individual contributor to a people leader in a relatively short period of time.”
Andrew Emilrajan, MBA ’24
Software Engineering Manager, Android and iOS Development, TELUS
BSc, Computer Science — Lassonde School of Engineering
A curriculum built for working professionals
The BLPT MBA combines business fundamentals, leadership development, and practical management learning in a format designed to fit busy professional lives.
Leadership development
Courses such as Leadership Fundamentals help students build effectiveness in leading themselves, others, teams, and organizations.
Core business skills
The curriculum includes economics, business statistics, management accounting, and organizational management to strengthen decision-making across functions.
Flexible progression
The semester-based blended model is structured to help professionals keep advancing in their careers while completing their studies.
Investment in your MBA
Earn your MBA while continuing to work, spreading the investment across the duration of the program.
Total tuition
$60,750
CAD for the full program
Spread across the 36‑month program while you continue working
Your tuition supports the full MBA learning experience and is paid over the duration of the 36‑month program.
Career coaching
Career coaching and support throughout the program.
Networking opportunities
Build connections with classmates, faculty, and alumni.
Learning technology
Access to digital tools and platforms used throughout the program.
Residency support
Some meals and parking included during in-person residency weekends.
Additional costs such as travel, accommodations, textbooks, non‑McMaster software or ancillary fees may apply.
Admissions at a glance
DeGroote takes a holistic approach to admissions, considering academic background, professional experience, references, and test scores together.
Minimum work experience
At least 4 years of relevant postgraduate work experience is required.
Academic requirement
Completion of an Honours Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university is required.
Recommended GPA
A B average is recommended, equivalent to a McMaster 8.0 GPA out of 12.
Application timeline
Applications for September 2026 are open. Decisions are typically made within 4–6 weeks of the round closing.
Round 1
November 5, 2025
Round 2
February 5, 2026
Round 3
March 25, 2026
Round 4
May 14, 2026
Ready to move forward?
See if the Blended Learning Part-Time MBA fits your goals
Start with a short pre-assessment to find out whether your background and experience align with the program.
Prefer to explore first? Download the brochure and browse the site for a fuller look at the curriculum, format, and admissions process.
Designed for
Professionals with 4+ years of experience
Format
Online learning + weekend residencies
Next intake
September 2026