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Admission Requirements

Smith School of Business has a rolling admission policy which means applications are reviewed as they are received. Students are encouraged to apply early, as classes fill quickly.

Requirements

To be considered for admission to Smith’s Master of Digital Product Management program, applicants must:

  • Hold an undergraduate degree in any area of study from a recognized university, with a minimum B+ average.
  • Typically, have a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in business or technology.
  • Demonstrate fluency in English. Candidates whose first language is not English and who have lived in Canada for less than three years, or who completed an undergraduate program conducted in another language, will have to successfully complete an English facility test and an admissions interview conducted in English.

Coding Knowledge

Coding skills are recognized but not required for admission to the program.

GMAT not required

We are looking for well-rounded students who bring a variety of perspectives and experience to the classroom. While not required, a GMAT may be recommended to strengthen your application.

International Students

Given the variability in study permit processing times, we strongly encourage all international students to submit their application by January 1, 2026. Applications submitted after this date may be considered for the following intake.

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Documents required for a complete application file:

  • A completed online application form
  • A resume
  • A cover letter that explains why you want to complete this program
  • A statement of diversity
  • Two references
  • An official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended, sent by the Registrar of the institution directly to the Smith Master of Digital Product Management admissions committee.

WES Assessment

All applicants whose undergraduate education was taken outside of North America will be asked to submit a WES (World Education Service) comprehensive course-by-course evaluation to ensure that their credentials are equivalent to a four year bachelor’s degree in Canada. In addition to this, this evaluation will assist the admissions team in accurately assessing performance in specific subjects to ensure that the applicant has the quantitative ability necessary to be successful in the program. This evaluation will also be used to assess your candidacy for scholarship consideration. Please note that we will accept copies of the assessment; however, will also require original degree documentation sent directly from the University that the degree was conferred.

English Language Proficiency

Applicants whose native language is not English and whose undergraduate university studies were taken in a language other than English must achieve a satisfactory score on one of the accepted tests. The test of facility in English is a firm requirement and admission decisions cannot be made until an acceptable score has been reported.

Test results must be in the form of an official report sent directly by the testing centre to the Admissions Committee. Examinee’s score records, faxes or photocopies are not acceptable.

Each applicant is responsible for making arrangements to take any of these tests and for all costs that are incurred with the writing of any of the tests.

Recognized test of facility in English:

TOEFL
IELTS