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 Business is Changing
This is an exciting time to pursue an advanced degree at the
Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University. The
Ted Rogers School of Management is well-established as the
largest undergraduate management school in Canada with
a strong industry reputation. Continuing in this tradition, our
graduate programs are responding to emerging trends in the
marketplace and offering relevant master’s programs with
close industry ties. If you’re ready to excel in today’s business
environment, the graduate programs offered at the Ted Rogers
School of Management can help you achieve your goals. Our
two Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs and
our Master of Management Science (MMSc) build on our long
experience in developing the business leaders of tomorrow.
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Our programs are taught by faculty who are both current and
progressive in their various fields of expertise. Our integrative
curriculum provides graduates with an opportunity to combine
specialist skills and knowledge in a particular field with the
core skills required to succeed in today’s highly competitive
business world.
The Ted Rogers School of Management is undergoing dramatic
growth as we increase our research output, strengthen private
and public sector partnerships, enhance our MBA programs,
and continue to provide an innovative and rigorous educational
foundation. Our state-of-the-art, award-winning facility on
Toronto’s Bay Street has given us a doorway to the nation’s
financial capital and the hub of corporate Canada. This ensures
that our programs are relevant and respond effectively to the
dynamic and complex global economy. Now is the time to
attend the Ted Rogers School of Management and develop
your managerial expertise. We look forward to working and
growing with you.
Dr. Ken Jones
Dean, Ted Rogers School of Management
Ryerson University
 Located in the heart of Toronto, the Ted Rogers School of
Management at Ryerson University is recognized for its
innovative, unique-in-Canada programs and for its career
ready graduates. The hallmark of our business education is
relevance. Our programs are grounded in contemporary
business practice and taught by faculty who are leaders in
their fields. Our curriculum couples rigorous academic theory
with a focus on real-world application and practice, producing
graduates who are renowned for their immediate value on
the job. Our alumni’s career achievements have garnered the “… I believe strongly that education is a great enabler.
Ted Rogers School of Management strong partnerships with Education can remake a country, a city, a community into
industry and a national reputation for graduating the leaders a different place. For more than 60 years, Ryerson has
of tomorrow. Students entering the program with an under- combined academic rigour and relevant practical
graduate business degree could hold management credentials experience with accessibility and diversity to produce
that open doors to unlimited growth possibilities, in as little so many graduates who have contributed to the fabric
as 12 months. of this country.”

Ted Rogers, 1933 - 2008

Former President and CEO, Rogers Communications

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 “As a graduate of the Ryerson MBA program, I entered into the workforce armed
not only with critical marketing, problem solving and analytical skills but also with
good interpersonal skills generated through interacting with highly intelligent
students and faculty.”

Chinedum Udeagbala, Product Manager, Procter & Gamble

MBA 2008

A RYERSON UNIVERSITY MBA
At Ryerson, the MBA programs are taught by faculty
who combine academic qualifications with extensive
real-world experience.
Accessible and affordable, the MBA programs are offered
on a part-time and full-time basis and can be completed
by undergraduate business grads in just one year if taken
full-time or in two years if taken on a part-time basis.
Individuals with an undergraduate degree other than
business can complete the program full-time in 16 months
or on a part-time basis in two and a half years.
Ryerson’s MBA Programs are unique in that they:
•  rovide cross-discipline perspectives better preparing
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you for real-world problem solving
• Have small classes and customized learning
• Focus on problem solving, critical thinking, communication
and teamwork skills
• Feature a special focus on diversity and ethical
decision-making
•  rovide essential skills in communications, teamwork,
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project management, etc.
• Offer an experiential term where students can apply their
new skills in a project for a prospective or current employer
• Provide opportunities to study abroad

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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)

The Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
is recognized for its innovative, unique-in-Canada programs
Increasingly, there is a war for talent and effective people
and for its career-ready graduates. Our MBA continues this
management is providing a strategic competitive advantage
tradition and gives professionals an edge in their careers.
for organizations. Broad cultural differences, generational
The program has a global orientation that prepares students
differences and individual differences in human talent
to compete in the rapidly evolving international business
present challenges to leaders who are responsible for
environment.
attracting, training, motivating, compensating, protecting
SPECIALIZATIONS CAN INCLUDE: and evaluating their human capital. Develop the knowledge
and skills for dealing with the complex issues in managing
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
diverse workforces in countries across the globe.
Gain insight into the challenges of developing effective
global management strategies while learning about the
role of business intelligence, the use of technology, global RETAIL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT
supply chains and networks, the tensions between
Explore retail and commercial development from the
localization and standardization and the importance of
perspective of both North American and international
entrepreneurial perspectives in complex organizations.
markets. Join the only program in downtown Toronto which
Get prepared to manage and lead organizations in an
provides a solid grounding in global business, coupled
international environment.
with in-depth courses in real estate development, real estate
law, real estate finance and emerging issues as well as
opportunities to explore topics such as geodemographics
MARKETING
and spatial analysis. Develop the analytical tools needed to
Creative, influential people are essential to any company’s understand retail and commercial structure, the dynamics of
marketing needs, regardless of the sector or location. Learn retail environments, the financial and legal challenges, and
how to be leaders in organizations seeking to produce, the opportunities in emerging high-growth markets.
communicate, and deliver value to customers, shareholders
and society. Gain insight into planning, implementing and
evaluating marketing strategies that result in competitive
advantages for firms operating in a multi-cultural and
multi-national environment.

“Commercial real estate is a large, well-paying industry with excellent

opportunities for people who like the challenging environment and
have a solid business education. Ryerson’s MBA is an ideal platform to
get into the business of real estate, both from a core education point of
view and the proximity of the program to jobs and the School’s
relationships with employers in Toronto.”

Michael Brooks, President

RealPac

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 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
The MBA in Management of Technology and Innovation
continues the tradition of innovative, unique-in-Canada
programs and gives professionals in technology-intensive
roles a competitive edge.
SPECIALIZATIONS CAN INCLUDE:
Supply Chain Management
Supply chain management focuses on efficient and cost
effective product flows for companies in a variety of
sectors. The industry requires people with bright and
creative ideas who can improve the way a company manages
its raw materials, manufactures a product or service and
delivers it to customers.
Effective management of supply chains requires a
combination of both technology and organizational
knowledge. Skills to manage information flows between
organizations and across marketing, sales, product design,
finance and information technology functions are also
necessary. The supply chain management program will focus
on organizational change leadership using state-of-the-art
enterprise systems, logistics management and inventory
management techniques.
Graduates are suited to senior positions in operations,
logistics, planning, purchasing, inventory management,
distribution management, information systems or
supply chain.
“Recruiting a Ryerson MBA intern was a very rewarding experience. The MBA student
added immediate value to our company and to our client’s organization. He immediately
was part of the team and quickly earned credibility and provided great insights.”
Marion MacKenzie, President, GCI Canada
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Information Systems Management
Information Technology (IT) is an important driver of change
and innovation in the business world. In the information systems
management program you will:
• G
 ain a unique combination of business skills and leading
IT management capabilities to shape strategy and
organizational change.
• L earn how to effectively govern and manage IT in the
modern, complex organization.
• E
 xplore technology integration, knowledge management,
technology trend forecasting, advanced project management
and risk management.
• B
 ecome equipped to lead significant IT organizations, or
to manage and direct IT from a business perspective.
Media Management
The media industry is in an exciting period of transition to
digital technologies, which is creating many challenges and
opportunities. Globalization, audience fragmentation, new
markets, new business models, new ways of interacting with
customers and new business processes are pervasive features
of media industries today. The media management program
will allow you to develop up-to-date skills in the management,
innovation and policy aspects of the media business – film,
television, radio, print or new media sectors.
If your interest lies in the film, television, radio, print or
new media sectors, consider a Ryerson MBA with a Media
Management specialization.
 MASTER OF Management SCIENCE (MMSc)
ManAgement of TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

The MMSc in Technology and Innovation is a master’s degree
for people interested in a research career in industry or
academia, focusing on technology and innovation.
The MMSc includes coursework plus a thesis. This program will
allow you to develop sound research skills, oriented toward
technology management and innovation. You will apply these
skills to writing a thesis that makes an original contribution to
the theory or empirical study of technology/innovation man-
agement, giving you a strong foundation for doctoral studies
or a career in research.
MMSc students take six required courses as well as two
research methods courses and complete a four-credit thesis.
In addition to other admission requirements, applicants to the
MMSc must provide a statement of research interest.
INSTITUTES AND CENTRES
Ted Rogers School of Management research initiatives include
extensive partnerships with industry as well as universities and
institutes across Canada and around the world.
Faculty are also active researchers who have access to several
specialized research centres and institutes, including:
• C
 entre for the Study of Commercial Activity
• C
 entre for Learning Technology
• C
 entre for Voluntary Sector Studies
• D
 iversity Institute in Management and Technology
• I nstitute for Innovation and Technology Management
• I nternational Research Institute
• E
 ntrepreneurship Research Institute
• P
 rivacy and Cyber Crime Institute
• I nstitute of the Study of Corporate Social Responsibility
• I nstitute of Housing and Mobility Studies
• M
 anagement Education Research Institute
• H
 ospitality and Tourism Management Research Facility

“Corporations need their managers to be innovative, hard workers and to

have an understanding of the rapidly changing business environment. The
Ryerson MBA is filling this demand by producing graduates (or alumni) that
are ready and willing to hit the ground running with the necessary skill set.“

Brian Segal, President, Rogers Publishing

Member of the Ted Rogers School of Management Advisory Board

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 Experienced Faculty
Ryerson faculty offer their students academic excellence
integrated with real-world experience. Ryerson MBA and
MBA /MMSc faculty are internationally recognized leaders in
their fields, both as researchers and business practitioners.
The following list provides a sampling of some of the esteemed
faculty that teach Ryerson’s required MBA courses.
Wendy Cukier
Associate Dean, Academic; Interim Director of the MBA/
MMSc in the Management of Technology and Innovation;
Professor Information Technology Management
Research Expertise: Emerging Technologies, Diversity,
Public Policy and Discourse
Cukier led the implementation of the MBA programs and the
Joint Graduate Program in Communication and Culture. Cukier
has presented and published over 200 papers and articles, and
holds several large research grants. She has over twenty years
of experience as a consultant and is the co-author of Innovation
Nation: Canadian Leadership from Java to Jurassic Park (2002).
She holds a PhD in Management Science from York Univer-
sity and has honorary doctorates from Laval and Concordia
University. She was named one of the “100 Alumni who shaped
the Century” by the University of Toronto, and received the
Governor General’s Meritorious Service Cross.
James (Jim) Tiessen
Program Director, MBA Program; Associate Professor,
Global Management
Research Expertise: International Management
Tiessen earned his PhD from the Schulich School of
Business at York University. His master’s and undergraduate
degrees are both in Agricultural Economics, from the
Universities of Guelph and Alberta. Tiessen has publications
on entrepreneurship, joint ventures, SME exporting, and
website localization, which are thematically linked by a focus
on Japan. Prior to coming to the Ted Rogers School of
Management, Tiessen had several years experience teaching,
as well as formerly serving as the Director of MBA programs
for McMaster University.
Dale Carl
Director of Graduate Students; Professor,
Global Management
Research Expertise: Marketing, International
Carl’s research concerns cross-cultural issues in leadership.
He is the co-author of Culture, Leadership and Organizations:
The Global Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Study
(GLOBE) of 62 Societies (2004). Carl earned his BA at Royal
Military College, his MBA from Queen’s University, a certificate
in International Oil and Gas from the LSE, and a PhD from the
University of Calgary.
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Ron Babin
Assistant Professor, Information Technology Management
Research Expertise: IT Planning, IT Governance,
Outsourcing
Babin holds a BSc in computer science, an MBA from York
University and is a Certified Management Consultant (CMC).
He is currently working on his PhD. Babin spent 22 years as a
senior IT management consultant for major global consulting
firms, including Accenture and KPMG. Babin has an extensive
amount of experience lecturing in universities across Ontario.
Nina Cole
Associate Professor, Human Resources Management
Research Expertise: International Human Resources
Cole is a field researcher who studies organizational justice
theories in the context of global human resource management.
Her research focuses on management of expatriate employees
and on perceptions of fairness by employees in Asian cultures.
Cole’s industry experience includes four years as Manager of
Benefits and Personnel at Federal Industries Metals Group, and
eight years in pension and benefits consulting at Peat Marwick
& Partners.
Allen Goss
Assistant Professor, Finance
Research Expertise: Corporate Finance, Pensions,
Corporate Social Responsibility
Goss holds an MBA and a PhD in Finance from the Schulich
School of Business at York University. Goss’ research areas
include corporate social responsibility, ethical investing and
pension economics. Goss has published extensively, with
articles appearing in the Journal of Pension Economics and
Finance, and the Journal of Portfolio Management. Goss’
latest paper Corporate Financial Responsibility and Financial
Distress, received an honourable mention for the prestigious
Moskowitz Prize.
Ken Grant
Associate Professor, Information Technology Management
Research Expertise: Information Systems Management,
Entrepreneurship, Organizational Strategy
Grant has acted as Vice President of Strategic Consulting at
the DMR Consulting Group, and as the Vice President at
A.T. Kearney/EDS Canada Ltd. He is on the editorial board of
the Electronic Journal of Knowledge Management, and is Director
of the Board of Educational Special Interest Group, Association
of Information Technology Professionals. Grant is the co-author
of Innovation Nation: Canadian Leadership from Java to Jurassic
Park (2002) and has published in journals such as The
Information Systems Education Journal.
 Tim McLaren
Associate Professor
Research Expertise: Supply Chain and Operations
Management, Information Systems
McLaren has over 15 years of experience working with large
organizations in the manufacturing, retail, government and
financial services sectors in technology-enabled process
improvement, supply chain management and enterprise
systems implementation projects. He holds a Bachelor of
Science in Engineering from Queen’s University and an MBA
and PhD from McMaster University. McLaren’s research on
the strategic alignment of information systems appears in
several journals and books including Supply Chain Forum,
International Journal of Production Economics, and Journal
of Enterprise Information Management.
Catherine Middleton
Associate Professor, Information Technology Management;
Canada Research Chair, Communication Technologies
in the Information Technology Society
Research Expertise: Management of Information Systems/
Media Management
Middleton received her PhD from the Schulich School of
Business at York University. She is a co-author of Innovation
Nation: Canadian Leadership from Java to Jurassic Park (2002).
Recently she completed a research project studying
consumer adoption of broadband technologies and has
published several papers on BlackBerry adoption. Her
research focuses on consumer/citizen adoption and usage
of new communication technologies.
Ojelanki Ngwenyama
Professor; Director, The Institute for Innovation and
Technology Management
Research Expertise: Technology Management and
Information Systems
Ngwenyama holds an MSc (Roosevelt), an MBA (Syracuse) and
a PhD (Computer Science, SUNY-Binghamton). His current
research focuses on ICT and productivity, IT management,
software process improvement, non-traditional research
methods in information systems, and ICT and development.
Ngwenyama has worked as a systems architecture specialist,
an information systems consultant and a civil engineering
technologist. He is co-author of Learning to Improve: Software
Process Improvement in Practice (2001).
Mary Jo Nicholson
Professor; Co-Director, The International Research Institute
Research Expertise: Law and International Business
Nicholson’s research investigates legal aspects of international
business. She is the author of Legal Aspects of International
Business from a Canadian Perspective, 2nd edition published by
Emond Montgomery, Toronto (2006). Nicholson has 17 years
of experience in corporate and commercial law including work
with major firms such as Russell Dumoulin and McMillan Binch.
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James Norrie
Associate Professor, Associate Dean, Administration,
Ted Rogers School of Management
Research Expertise: Information Systems,
Project Management, IT Strategy
Norrie holds a BComm (McMaster) in Accounting/Systems,
an MEd (Brock) in Adult Education and Organization Devel-
opment, an MASc (Waterloo) and a PhD (RMIT, Australia).
Norrie undertakes applied research, speaks regularly at
industry events and consults for numerous companies in these
areas with a focus on Business and IT strategy. Norrie’s latest
published book is Breaking Through the Project Fog: How Smart
Organizations Achieve Success by Creating, Selecting and
Executing On-Strategy Projects.
Dave Valliere
Associate Professor; Director, Entrepreneurship
Research Institute
Research Expertise: Entrepreneurship and Strategy
Valliere has a PhD (Open University), an MBA (Ivey), an MEng
in Engineering (Toronto) and a BASc in Engineering (Toronto).
He has worked in commercial banking for several high-tech
sectors and as a venture capitalist in the software industry.
Valliere has been the recipient of many awards for his teaching
excellence. He also has experience developing and implement-
ing graduate-level courses.
Margaret Yap
Assistant Professor, Human Resources Management;
Director, The Diversity Institute in Management
and Technology
Research Expertise: Diversity
Yap is a former research director at Catalyst Canada, a not-for-
profit research and advisory organization and has published
extensively on gender and race in employment. Her industry
experience is with Nortel Networks in human resources man-
agement roles. A graduate of the Centre for Industrial Relations
at University of Toronto, she won the 2005 best doctoral dis-
sertation award sponsored by International Alliance for Human
Resources Research (IAHRR) and Human Resources and Skills
Development Canada (HRSDC).
Hong Yu
Associate Professor, Ted Rogers School
of Retail Management
Research Expertise: Consumer Behaviour and Marketing
Strategies in a cultural context
Prior to joining Ryerson, Yu has held faculty positions at
universities in the United States and China which have
provided her with a global understanding of the fashion, retail
and tourism industries. A graduate of Iowa State University of
Science and Technology with a PhD in consumer behavior and
market research, her MEng was earned at the Beijing Institute
of Clothing Technology, P.R. China. She’s completed 11 funded
research projects since 2001, and her work has been published
in journals and presented at conferences throughout America,
Europe and China.
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 The Future of Business

HERE ARE A FEW REASONS TO MAKE A RYERSON MBA
PART OF YOUR FUTURE
Today’s employers count on the Ted Rogers School of
Management at Ryerson University to supply graduates that are
well-equipped to rejoin the workforce with management skills,
self-awareness, an entrepreneurial mindset and the adaptability
needed to compete and thrive in today’s global economy.
Ryerson MBA graduates are the future of business.
YOU WANT CAREER FLEXIBILITY
Employers throughout the Greater Toronto Area have told us
that they need MBAs in the specialties we are providing. While
the Ryerson MBA programs allow specialization in high demand
areas, they do not restrict you to one management profession.
The curriculum cultivates your problem solving, critical
thinking, communication and teamwork skills which are
adaptable to all management positions in any sector.

YOU WANT AN MBA THAT PREPARES LEADERS
WHO ARE CAREER-READY
Whether you are employed by a large firm, a small company,
self-employed or interested in making a career change, the
Ryerson MBA couples rigorous academic theory with a focus on
real-world application and practice, producing graduates who
are renowned for their immediate value on the job.
YOU WANT A QUALITY MBA THAT IS ACCESSIBLE
The Ryerson MBA programs have been designed to contain
costs without compromising excellence. You won’t have to
sacrifice quality of life now to make a high-yield investment in
your future. Our full- and part-time study options let you fit
your program into your life in a way that suits you.

YOU WANT A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT THAT SUITS

YOUR STYLE

You enjoy small classes that allow for quality interaction

with your professors and fellow students, but your world
view is large. You want to expand your horizons with learning
experiences outside the classroom and you thrive in the
environment of a diverse, urban campus that is linked to a
vast and vibrant city.

“When it was time to grow the BEST team, we turned to the Ted Rogers School of
Management at Ryerson University to recruit bright young talent with practical,
street-ready skills. We took on two MBA interns and two months later fast-tracked
them to senior positions in our firm”

John Richardson, Chief Executive Officer and President

BEST Funds

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 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• A
 minimum overall B average in the final half of an • P
 reference will be given to MBA applicants who have a
undergraduate program. minimum of two years’ full-time work experience
or equivalent.
• C
 ompletion of a four-year bachelor’s degree.
• A
 statement of interest.
• A
 score of 550 or better on the standardized GMAT test.
• A
 pplicants without an undergraduate degree in business
• T wo letters of recommendation, one of which should be from
will be required to complete one additional foundation
a former instructor at the post-secondary level, and the other
term prior to the start of the program.
from a current or recent employer.

• A
 test of English language proficiency for applicants who
have degrees from universities in which English is not the
language of instruction or examination.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT PROGRAM INFORMATION

Ryerson University provides financial support in the form
of scholarships, awards or assistantships for as many full-
time students as possible. Because scholarships and awards
are offered on a competitive basis, the number awarded
in any year varies. However, thanks to the generosity of Ted
and Loretta Rogers, 18 scholarships and awards (worth
$20,000 each) are available to full-time management graduate
students. For more information, visit www.ryerson.ca/mba.
For further information about these programs, and
the application process, call 416-598-5925, e-mail
mba@ryerson.ca or visit our website at:
www.ryerson.ca/mba.
HOW TO APPLY
For further information on the School of Graduate Studies,
Graduate Admissions and to download an application,
please visit www.ryerson.ca/graduate.

“At Ryerson, I received exactly what I was looking for from an MBA program and more.
Through the curriculum and methodology, I built on my skill set which allowed me to
redirect and accelerate my career path. The recognition of Ryerson’s real-world approach
within the employment community helped me successfully secure a wonderful job that
has opened up further learning and career advancement opportunities.”

Samuel Lapidus , Business Development Analyst

Arcturus Realty
MBA 2008

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 Mba at ryerson university
www.ryerson.ca/mba
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