Wilfrid Laurier University

Laurier’s finance master’s options include an applied, CFA-aligned Master of Financial Analysis with a strong co-op heritage in Waterloo’s technology corridor.

Programme & duration

Master of Financial Analysis (MFA) / Master of Financial Economics: about 12 months

Tuition (international)

Approx. CAD $30,000 – $50,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

September (main intake); January and May for selected programmes

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+

Entry requirements

Four-year bachelor’s degree with a strong quantitative background. GMAT/GRE may be required; CV and references.

Laurier’s Lazaridis School offers specialised management master’s options with a practical, co-op-friendly culture and close links to the Waterloo technology corridor.

Programme & duration

MSc in Management / specialised master’s options: 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. CAD $20,000 – $45,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

September (main intake); January and May for selected programmes

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+

Entry requirements

Four-year bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record. GMAT may be required for some options; CV and references.

Laurier’s Lazaridis MBA is a practical programme in Waterloo’s technology corridor, with a strong co-op heritage and personalised coaching.

Programme & duration

MBA: about 12–16 months (full-time)

Tuition (international)

Approx. CAD $45,000 – $65,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

September (main intake); January and May for selected programmes

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+

Entry requirements

Four-year bachelor’s degree, GMAT/GRE (waivers considered), 2–3+ years’ work experience, essays, references and interview.

Average Work Experience

Average about 5 years of work experience; typical class age 27–31

GMAT / GRE Requirement

GMAT/GRE: competitive score expected (waivers considered)

Laurier’s management master’s allows a marketing focus, with a practical approach and strong links to the Waterloo technology corridor.

Programme & duration

MSc in Management (marketing focus): 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. CAD $20,000 – $45,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

September (main intake); January and May for selected programmes

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+

Entry requirements

Four-year bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record. GMAT may be required; CV and references.

Laurier’s MIPP is a one-year professional programme at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, closely linked to the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI).

Programme & duration

Master in International Public Policy (MIPP): about 12 months (full-time)

Tuition (international)

Approx. CAD $20,000 – $35,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

September (main intake); January and May for selected programmes

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 88–92PTE: 60+

Entry requirements

Four-year bachelor’s degree in social science or a related field with a strong average. Statement of purpose, references and CV.