McGill University

Both McGill & Univ of British Columbia are considered among the best universities in Canada however there are some variation in terms of how selective these institutions are at accepting students to its courses.

McGill Univ acceptance rate stands at around 46% while that of Univ of British Columbia stands at around 52%. Both these institutions are largely similar in terms of their selectiveness but UBC is slightly easier to secure admissions to than McGill. 

The interview is a key component for admission to the MBA at McGill University. The university considers a holistic approach so there is no specified weightage assigned to the interview. The interview is important for the admissions committee to better understand the candidate's background and experiences and for candidates to showcase their personality, leadership qualities, and how they can contribute to the MBA cohort. No single factor is decisive. Therefore, a positive interview does not guarantee admission. 

The McGill MBA programme offers flexible duration options for students. Students can complete the programme in 12, 16 or 20 months. The 48-credit programme can be completed in 12 months, while the 54-credit programme can be completed in 20 months with an option to accelerate to 16 months. The 12-month programme is for those who already have enough work experience and want to complete the degree without an internship. 

Candidates applying must have an undergraduate degree from a recognised university. Every applicant also needs to finish the GMAT or GRE. Applicants whose mother tongue is not English need to submit English proficiency test scores (TOEFL or IELTS). Additionally, applicants should have at least 2 years of work experience in a related field. Other important requirements include 2 reference letters, CV and essay questions. Strong applicants are invited for interviews following the examination of their applications.

There is no official data for the acceptance rate of McGill's MBA program. However, based on various sources the acceptance rate of MBA at McGill University is around 30-35%. Some sources report a lower acceptance rate of 20%. Although the application pool is extremely competitive, the acceptance rate at McGill MBA is relatively lower than that of other prestigious business schools.

The average GMAT score of admitted students to the MBA programme at McGill University is 670 and the overall average GPA of  3.3. GMAT score is a mandatory requirement to get admission into the program. There are no exceptions or waivers for this. However, McGill employs a holistic admissions process, meaning that other factors such as work experience, academic background, and personal essays also play significant roles in the evaluation.