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Master of Arts in Leadership (MA) at University of Guelph

University of Guelph, Canada

Programme overview

The Master of Arts (MA) in Leadership focuses on the challenges facing leaders in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors, with an emphasis on the interaction between, and interdependency of, these spheres. Successful completion of the MA in Leadership degree involves a comprehensive program of theoretical study backed by significant practical experience and analysis. Participants will also undertake a formal self-assessment process to gain insight into their own strengths and weaknesses and their ultimate leadership potential.

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

The MA in Leadership program is designed to enable mid-career professionals to complete a graduate degree without interrupting their careers. Normally, course modules are seven weeks in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum admission requirements are: A four year undergraduate degree or its equivalent (from a recognized university or college) with an average of at least a “B-“ (70-72%) in the last two years of study and having completed at least three years of relevant work experience or Alternate admission may be offered to applicants with a three-year General degree, diploma and/or an acceptable professional designation and having completed at least five years of relevant work experience. Meeting the minimum criteria for admission does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Limitations of funds, space, facilities or personnel may make it necessary for the University, at its discretion, to refuse admission to an otherwise qualified applicant.

Domestic applicants: CAD 15,119 a year (2026-27). Full-time tuition of $5,039.73 per semester (Fall, Winter and Summer, all cohorts), shown for three semesters. Tuition only; compulsory fees are not included. Source

International applicants: CAD 27,545 a year (2026-27). Full-time tuition of $9,181.92 per semester (Fall, Winter and Summer, all cohorts), shown for three semesters. Tuition only; compulsory fees are not included. Source

Tuition and fees are billed by semester: Fall, Winter and Summer.

Apply online through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). Application deadlines are listed on each programme page. The application fee is $125 for most graduate programmes; $150 for MBA, MA Leadership, MCLC, MPAcc and MRE; non-refundable and payable to OUAC.

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