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Pre-MBA

Made for people without a business degree or traditional academic background, our Pre-MBA courses get you ready for an MBA.

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How to prepare for your MBA

Set yourself up for success in graduate-level studies by taking online Pre-MBA courses from the University of Fredericton. Many students and alumni have already benefited from our life-changing education. Are you next?

15+

Years average faculty teaching experience

100%

Online program

12K+

Alumni and course graduates

5K+

Current students

Your Pre-MBA courses

Get prepared to lead. Gain the core skills in business, economics and accounting needed to excel in your MBA or EMBA journey. 

Build your business foundation

Learn key concepts in accounting, economics and business communication to develop the core knowledge every successful leader needs. 

Ease back into academic life

Refresh your study skills, get comfortable with online learning and rebuild academic habits before starting your MBA or EMBA journey. 

Study when works for you

Learn on your schedule with accountability and support. Courses have set deadlines and dedicated faculty members, so you get flexibility plus structure to keep moving forward. 

Educators committed to your growth

You’ll learn from caring faculty members who combine academic excellence with practical experience. They are invested in your success and passionate about helping you achieve your goals. 

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Please note: Pre-MBA courses are non-credit and don’t guarantee admission into our MBA or EMBA programs. They are a fantastic way to prepare for the demands of graduate-level study. 

Duration

15 weeks

Tuition

$1,160

Cost by course:

$386.67 per course

Courses

3

Explore topics that challenge you, inspire you and move your career forward. Every course is designed to connect what you learn online to what you do every day.

Start dates

Open enrolment

You'll need to apply at least 4 weeks before your chosen start date.

Next application deadline:

Anytime you'd like

Course descriptions

Explore each of our courses to see how real-world lessons and hands-on projects come together to transform your learning into career-ready skills.

Courses

This course provides a broad overview of business communications and APA. The course will give students the opportunity to enhance their communication skills expected for graduate-level study in business management. This is the first of three courses in the PMBA program.

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This course provides a broad overview of economics. This course will be one of three courses that, if completed successfully, will form the basis for entry into the MBA or EMBA program at University of Fredericton.

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This course provides the background, vocabulary, and concepts needed for success in your graduate business program. Focusing entirely on financial accounting, this preparatory course helps students understand financial information and statements so that outside users such as creditors, investors, and analysts can make effective decisions. Organized into five self-paced modules, students build familiarity and confidence with accounting through interactive readings, quizzes, and self-assessment tools.

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Credits: 0

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