As an MBA student at DeGroote, you will be the agent of transformation in the years ahead, disrupting how we do business and significantly expanding DeGroote’s contributions to Canadian society. With an emphasis on collaboration, experiential learning opportunities, and fostering a vibrant sense of community, the DeGroote School of Business will prepare you for a future in an ever evolving business landscape.
Getting Started
The links below will be your one-stop-shop for all the tools and resources you will need before you officially begin your program in September.
Please note that, at this stage, 2024 dates are tentative and subject to change. Please continue to check this website regularly for updates.
| All Incoming MBA Students |
- If you have not already done so, Activate your MacID.
- Activate your McMaster email address following your matriculation by end of June.
- Upload your photo by August 1 to get your student ID (MacCard). Visit the MacCard website to learn more about all of the essential services you’ll be able to access.
- Register for SGS 101 and 201 by August 1.
- Save the dates for the Quantitative Skills Refresher virtual sessions:
- Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (ET)
- Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (ET)
- Connect with Student Accessibility Services if you are a student with a disability or have any accessibility needs for the start of the Fall 2024 term. Use this form to request an online intake appointment.
- All new MBA students will have access to a Microsoft Teams (MS Teams) Channel tailored to your onboarding needs.
- Check out our Events Summary. While information for all events is provided below, this summary gives a quick look at which events are mandatory, recommended, or optional depending on your program.
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| Accelerated Students |
- Save the dates for the onboarding webinars listed below:
- Top 10 Questions Accelerated Students Ask – Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. (ET)
- “Cozy, Juicy, Real” Online Networking Opportunity – Wednesday, May 15, 2024 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. (ET) and Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. (ET)
- Introduction to course registration – A recorded information video will be released to students on Saturday, June 1, 2024.
- Ask Us Anything Accelerated Session with Live Q&A – Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. (ET)
- Scholarships and Awards – Wednesday, July 31, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (ET)
- Get ready for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 course registration: check out the Accelerated Program Information webpage for further information on how to register for courses in Mosaic. The online registration period for Accelerated MBA students is from June 25 – August 1, 2024.
- Save the date for Accelerated Onboarding Weekend – Saturday July 13 – Sunday July 14, 2024
- Opting out of the GSA health insurance plan must be done during the Change-of-Coverage period. The change-of-coverage period is in September and 2024 dates will be announced in the coming weeks.
Full-time Accelerated:
- Save the dates for the MBA Career Launch Course (optional). Instructions on how to access the course will be provided in the July newsletter.
- Save the date for the On-campus Recruitment Webinar (2024 date coming soon).
- Full-time students have access to Wellness Services via our partners at Private Matters Psychotherapy.
Part-time Accelerated:
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| Blended Learning Part-time Students |
- Save the dates for the onboarding webinars listed below:
- Preparing for Graduate Study, Program & Course Registration, Tuition and Program Requirements – Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. (ET)
- “Cozy, Juicy, Real” Online Networking Opportunity – Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. (ET)
- Introduction to BLPT Course Technologies & Course Outlines Webinar – Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. (ET)
- Save the date for BLPT Onboarding Weekend – Saturday, July 13 – Sunday, July 14, 2024
- Attending Onboarding Weekend is important for your success in this program.
- BLPT students are registered in all courses by the program officer. They can access the syllabi in A2L beginning in August.
- All Blended Learning students are automatically eligible for Private Matters Psychotherapy services.
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| Full-time MBA & Co-op Students |
- All first year students starting in Fall, are registered in their courses by the Student Experience Office. Please only register in SGS 101 and SGS 201.
- Fill in the Mandatory Incoming MBA Student Check-in Form which will be shared with you in a July Onboarding newsletter.
- Save the dates for the following webinars:
- “Cozy, Juicy, Real” Online Networking Opportunity – Wednesday, May 15, 2024 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. (ET)
- Year 1 Curriculum Launch – Wednesday, May 15 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. (ET)
- At DeGroote, we’ve been actively listening to feedback from our students, alumni, and employer partners. As a result, we’re thrilled to introduce our revamped first-year MBA curriculum, tailored to empower you with the essential skills needed to thrive in the ever-changing business landscape. Join us for this exciting webinar where we’ll delve into the details!
- Off Campus Housing (hosted by the School of Graduate Studies) – Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. (ET)
- Getting Involved at DeGroote – Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (ET)
- Meet the CPD Team – Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (ET)
- Meet the Academic Team – Wednesday, June 19, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (ET)
- Both of these sessions will also be delivered in person at the RJC on Saturday, July 13, 2024.
- MBA Journey – Program Review with Academic Advisors – Tuesday, July 23 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. (Full-Time Students) and 3:00-4:00 p.m. (Full-time with Co-op Students) (ET)
- Ask Us Anything Session with Managers of Academic and Career and Professional Development (CPD) Teams – Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. (ET)
- Scholarships and Awards – Wednesday, July 31, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. (ET)
- On-campus Recruitment Prep – Wednesday, July 31 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. (ET), or, Thursday, August 1 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. (ET)
- Save the dates for International Student Programming and Onboarding Week.
- Save the dates for the MBA Career Launch Course. Instructions on how to access the course will be provided in a July newsletter.
- Opting out of the GSA health insurance plan must be done during the Change-of-Coverage period. The change-of-coverage period is in September and 2024 dates will be announced in the coming weeks.
- Set up your Top Hat account by Tuesday, September 3.
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Student Experience: Your Support Team
We are the Student Experience (SE) team. Our team is made up of both Academic and Career & Professional Development (CPD) team members, who work together to provide you with the best possible student experience, support, and resources.
Questions? Connect with us by emailing mba.studentexperience@mcmaster.ca. Please also add this email address to your address book so you receive all the communications going forward.
