MFM in Calgary

The Master of Financial Management begins every August.  Courses will normally be delivered in intensive two weekend sessions (all day Friday and all day Saturday) in the University of Alberta Calgary Centre

The integrative capstone course, Strategic Financial Management, would be held after completion of all other course work.  The capstone would be delivered as a one-week intensive course and would include a combination of comprehensive cases as well as a review and analysis of contemporary critical global issues that fall within the purview of the CFO.  Successful CFOs or individuals who hold influential positions in international financial management or reporting will be guest speakers during the intensive week. The capstone course will be offered in Banff, AB.

Entrance Requirements

Successful applicants to the Master of Financial Management will meet the following criteria:

  • Bachelors degree  with a GPA of 3.0 or greater over their last 60 credits
  • Test of English Language Proficiency (where required)

  • Ideal candidates will have 5 or more years of professional experience in a financial management role. Candidates with less than 5 years of experience, but relevant current employment, are encouraged to contact our office directly to determine eligibility.

  • GMAT score of 550 or greater* 

In evaluating applications, applicants are required to submit: 

  • 3 letters of reference: these assist the Alberta School in evaluating the candidate's managerial, administrative, and academic skills. Letters of reference should be obtained from at least one current or past supervisor. Referees are asked to complete our standard referee form and to submit the form to the Alberta School of Business office to mfm@ualberta.ca,  by mail or via fax (780-492-7825)

  • A 1-2 page statement of intent outlining why you are interested in the program and how this degree relates to your career goals

  • A updated resume outlining professional experience

  • Official transcripts from previous academic institutions (for previous University of Alberta students, you do not need to submit UofA transcripts)

  • Official GMAT score

* The GMAT requirement may be waived for applicants holding a recognized business degree from a North American university with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, or for those holding a relevant professional designation (CA, CGA, CMA, or CFA).

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Caroline Simpson
Director, Recruitment and Admissions
(780) 248-1232
caroline.simpson@ualberta.ca

University of Alberta Calgary Centre

Classes will be held at the Calgary Centre in downtown Calgary. The University of Alberta Calgary Centre is located in a multi-purpose conferencing venue in the heart of downtown Calgary. Visible and accessible from the street, the Centre is located at the corner of 3 Street and 5 Avenue SW.

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