Full-Time MBA 

at Simon Fraser University, Burnaby

The recommended test score in GMAT for admission to Simon Fraser University is 550. GRE scores are also accepted and the required test score is 155 in each section. For admission to this course, the applicants must have the following:

• An UG degree with at least 3.0 or 3.33 GPA
• Work experience
• Two professional and / or academic references
• English language proficiency score
• One written response for video questions
• Official documents

Beedie School of Business of Simon Fraser University offers a full-time MBA program. The MBA programme of SFU is recognised globally and it attracts thousands of students each year from all over the world. To get into this programme you need:

• Undergraduate Degree with a GPA of at least 3.0/4.33
• GMAT or GRE
• They require a min. GMAT score of 550. and also accept the GRE exam (min. score of 155 in each section)
• Following the completion of an undergraduate degree, applicants should have a minimum of two years of full-time professional job experience.
• A current CV detailing academic experience, employment experience, professional association memberships, and volunteer and community activities.
• Two professional references
• Essay
• Language proficiency-

  IELTS (academic)

  - An overall band score of 7.0 of the academic (NOT general) test with a minimum of 6.5 in each section

  Pearson Academic (PTE)

  - Overall 65; minimum 60 in each section

• Official Documents

The Simon Fraser University MBA program is offered at SFU Beedie School of Business. SFU Full-time MBA programme is one of the best MBA programs in Canada. This programme provides you with the opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge and skills to transform businesses. SFU Beedie is among only 1% of business schools worldwide with dual accreditation by AACSB and EQUIS. SFU Beedie is ranked among the top ten business schools in Canada.

Simon Fraser University was ranked 11th in Canada for business programs in the 2023 Maclean's rankings. The Simon Fraser University MBA ranking is 201-250 in QS World University MBA ranking 2023.

According to the Times Higher Education, the University of Alberta is ranked at #116 and Simon Fraser University ranks between#301-350 under the category of “World University Rankings 2025”. The comparative rankings of University of Alberta and Simon Fraser University are given as follows:

The University of Alberta and Simon Fraser University both are some of the best universities in Canada. According to US News & World Report, the University of Alberta ranks at #150 and the Simon Fraser University ranks at #408 under the category of “Best Global Universities 2025”. Check the table listed below for UofA and Simon Fraser University ranking over the past years:

Simon Fraser University offers over 500 UG and PG courses to international students. Some popular courses are Biology and Biochemistry, Computing Science, Physics, Professional Computer Science, Digital Media, and more. The best part about these courses is that they are provided through best faculty members with years of experience, affordable, and at the same time they comprise in-depth curriculum.

As per the official statistics for 2024, over 37,000 students attended Simon Fraser University, of which more than 8,000 were international students from 133 countries. Simon Fraser University provides professional experience to students and prepares them for the future. It offers a co-op education programme to build hands-on experience, local and international schools and exchanges, volunteer stewardship activities, and leadership training.

Along with the global reputation for innovation and research, Simon Fraser University is renowned for its academic courses. Some of the popular courses include Accounting and Finance, Arts and Design, Biological Sciences, Communication and Media Studies, Global MBA, Mathematics, Medicine, and more. The Simon Fraser University popular courses, along with the QS Ranking 2025 are listed below:

As per an unofficial source, Simon Fraser University acceptance rate is 77%. The moderate percentage shows that the university is moderately lenient towards students during admission, which does not mean they accept everyone. The university considers various factors before admitting any students such as academic performance and GPA. Students must perform exceptionally well in academics, take part in relevant activities, and gain relevant work experience to improve their selection probability

The IELTS score required for admission to SFU is overall 6.5 with no part less than 6.0. The same score is required for admission to PG courses as well. Additionally, in place of IELTS scores, students can also submit TOEFL / PTE / Duolingo scores. The minimum test scores required in these English language proficiency test scores are given below: