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1 Halifax, Nova Scotia Master of Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation sobey.smu.ca/mtei

118 countries represented on campus the most international school in Canada SMU founded in 1802 Halifax, NS: home of seven universities Halifax named one of the Top 10 Global DESTINATIONS ON THE RISE

2 118 countries represented on campus the most international school in Canada SMU founded in 1802 Halifax, NS: home of seven universities Halifax named one of the Top 10 Global DESTINATIONS ON THE RISE in TripAdvisor's 2018 Travelers' Choice Awards Four season weather AACSB accredited: a distinction achieved by only 5% of business schools Committed to the Principles of Responsible Management Education Full member of European Foundation for Management Development

3 Turn your passion for technology into commercial success. Welcome, innovators and entrepreneurs, to your dynamic future. The MTEI program takes an interdisciplinary approach to teaching by synthesizing graduate Sobey School Business entrepreneurship and innovation curriculum with applied practices from the technology business community creating a progressive and unique integrated learning environment. Out of the program emerge business leaders with the skills to create innovative new products and the knowledge and ability to launch, and sustain, businesses from the ground up. Ideal candidates for the program have successful academic training in the fields of Science, Technology, Art and Design, Math or Business. Key Benefits Gain a graduate degree credential in an area of high demand Join a full-time program with a novel delivery format Learn from accessible resident faculty and industry mentors Live in Halifax, the commercial, cultural and recreational hub of Atlantic Canada, and a growing centre of innovation and investment Faculty Insights The faculty members of the MTEI program are as entrepreneurial and innovative as the program. Dr. Ellen Farrell is well-known for her research into venture capital and entrepreneurial ecosystems. Dr. Dawn Jutla is the CEO of blockchain-enabled startup PeerLedger, and Scotiabank Professor of Technology Entrepreneurship. Dr. Gordon Fullerton, professor of Marketing, is a renowned expert on customer engagement and retention.

Program Structure After 8 months of Friday and Saturday classes, students have three possible options: (students indicate their option of choice after the program begins and are selected based

Or, choose to research and write a thesis.

4 Program Structure After 8 months of Friday and Saturday classes, students have three possible options: (students indicate their option of choice after the program begins and are selected based on merit) Choose an applied project to start a business or do an innovation project and complete degree in 12 or 16 months. Enter or return to industry for an 8-month internship. Or, choose to research and write a thesis. Courses Entrepreneurial Finance Technology Entrepreneurship Innovation Processes and Management Entrepreneurial Marketing Leading Technology Innovation and Change Technology Strategy and Productivity Accounting for Innovation Globalization and Innovation Systems Applied Master Project Investor-Ready Business Plan Applied Master Project Launching and Growing

Career Preparation As a Master of Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MTEI) student, you will have access to comprehensive career services provided by the Graduate Career Services (GCS) team.

These tours serve as opportunities to connect with innovative business owners and begin the discussion around the potential for start-up success.

5 Career Preparation As a Master of Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MTEI) student, you will have access to comprehensive career services provided by the Graduate Career Services (GCS) team. Each year, GCS facilitates Corporate Tours within start-up communities for students to attend. These tours serve as opportunities to connect with innovative business owners and begin the discussion around the potential for start-up success. Additionally, students are also encouraged to participate in one-on-one job coaching with trained employment specialists who offer insight into your unique value proposition and guide the steps that are required for your own career path. Individuals who utilize the professional development initiatives provided by GCS are able to develop a clear focus on their career goals and an overall understanding of what steps are required as they move forward. Of our graduates, 90% have obtained work in their chosen field within a six-month period following graduation. A Master of Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation will give you access to a wide variety of careers such as work in the start-up community, banking, multinational organizations, or propel you to starting your own innovative business. For further information on what Graduate Career Services offers, please visit It s definitely safe to say that I owe my success to the MTEI program. Coming from a science background with zero knowledge of business, I have learned so much; how to run a new business, what goes into developing a product and market success and now I get to apply it in a start-up environment. Anindita Gupta, MTEI 2018

6 HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA BOSTON TORONTO NEW YORK Location Matters BOSTON - Flight time: direct 1h 30m NEW YORK - Flight time: direct 2h 10m TORONTO - Flight time: direct 2h 20m LONDON - Flight time: direct 6h Walking time to Atlantic Ocean: 10 minutes

Saint Mary s University: Tradition and Excellence Founded in 1802, Saint Mary s University is one of the oldest degree-granting institutions in Canada.

Saint Mary s offers Bachelor, Masters and PhD programs in Arts, Science and Business, along with graduate diplomas and certificate programs.

7 Saint Mary s University: Tradition and Excellence Founded in 1802, Saint Mary s University is one of the oldest degree-granting institutions in Canada. It is also one of Canada s most international universities, with over 118 countries represented throughout the student body. Saint Mary s offers Bachelor, Masters and PhD programs in Arts, Science and Business, along with graduate diplomas and certificate programs. The Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary s University was established in As Atlantic Canada s largest and most respected business school with 3,200 students, the Sobey School is among the few on the East Coast of Canada with the internationally recognized AACSB accreditation only 5% of business schools worldwide achieve this prestigious designation. About Halifax Halifax boasts seven universities. When you come to Saint Mary s, you will join a large population of students from all over Canada and the world, on campus and off. Halifax is the safe, beautiful, economic and cultural center of the region. In the tree-lined area surrounding the university, you will find comfortable accommodations, cafes, shopping, movie theatres, pubs, a large wilderness park and a beach, all within a 20-minute walk. Family & Graduate Housing Living in a residence community provides students with opportunities for learning and growth that are equally as valuable as those available to them in the classroom. Saint Mary's University offers one and two-bedroom apartments for student families, graduate students, and other eligible individuals associated with the University. Family & Graduate Housing monthly rental rates are available through the Housing & Residence (call or residence.housing@smu.ca). There are accommodations also available on the beautiful park-like campus of the Atlantic School of Theology, located a five-minute walk from Saint Mary s. Student Life As a Sobey student, you can take part in graduate case competitions on the local, national and international level. In addition, there are over 40 active student societies on campus which students are invited to participate in such as Net Impact, Speak Up Society, MBA Society, Graduate Student Society, and the Investment Society. Saint Mary s has a world-class fitness facility and a wide range of varsity and intramural sports.

Admission Requirements A university degree, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 in the final sixty (60) credit hours, preferably in Science, Technology, or Engineering.

8 Admission Requirements A university degree, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 in the final sixty (60) credit hours, preferably in Science, Technology, or Engineering. Applicants must also have a readiness to participate in an interview in-person, by telephone or online. Students whose native language is not English must submit a TOEFL ibt or IELTS score. A score of at least 92 on the internet-based TOEFL ibt is required. An IELTS score of at least 7 is required and scores must be less than two years old. Additional Documents Required Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. Three recommendation forms. See the recommendation form on our website. Cover Letter that highlights: program expectations, how MTEI will benefit you, and career aspirations. An up-to-date résumé. Application Deadlines June 30: Canadians/Permanent Residents April 1: International Applicants Estimated Program Fees Canadian Full Time: $19,220 International Full Time: $34,403 Fees subject to change. Annual estimated living expenses: $13,000 - $17,000. APPLY NOW sobey.smu.ca/mtei Graduate Programs Recruitment Office P: E: info.sobeygrad@smu.ca CONNECT WITH US:

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