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Executive MBA in Digital Transformation

Advance your career and lead meaningful change in your organization — with an Executive MBA designed for experienced professionals who want to grow into senior leadership without stepping away from their careers.

  • ✓Executive-tailored curriculum for experienced professionals
  • ✓Flexible format designed for working leaders
  • ✓Applied learning you can use immediately
  • ✓Selective cohort of accomplished peers
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DeGroote Executive MBA students and learning environment

At a glance

Program length15 months
DeliveryOnline + residencies
Weekly commitment20–25 hours
Residencies4 (8–12 days each)
LocationBurlington + international

Is this EMBA right for you?

This program is designed for professionals who:

•Have 7+ years of management experience
•Are leading teams, projects, or business initiatives
•Want to move into senior leadership or executive roles
•Are helping your organization navigate change or digital transformation
•Want a graduate credential without pausing your career

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Program format and time commitment

The DeGroote EMBA is designed for experienced professionals to continue working while they earn their degree, with a flexible format that blends online learning with in-person residencies and applied leadership development.

Program length
15 months
Delivery format
Primarily online (hybrid)
In-person residencies
Four immersive residencies
8–12 days each; three at the Ron Joyce Centre (Burlington) and one international.
Weekly time commitment
~20–25 hours/week
Mostly asynchronous.
Cohort model
Progress with the same group of experienced peers

Many EMBA students continue working full time throughout the program. The structure is designed to complement your current role and allow you to apply what you learn in real time within your organization.

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An Executive MBA built for today’s leaders

The DeGroote Executive MBA is a selective, executive-oriented program that combines rigorous business fundamentals with advanced leadership development. Delivered in a flexible format for working professionals, the program emphasizes real-world application, peer learning through a diverse cohort, and a global perspective grounded in local relevance — all backed by McMaster University and DeGroote’s extensive network.

Grounded in McMaster’s Digital Transformation Research Centre, the program equips you with research-backed frameworks to lead measurable change in your organization.

What you’ll gain from the Executive MBA

Lead change and digital transformation
Build the skills to guide organizations through complex change.
Sharpen strategic decision-making
Strengthen financial, operational, and strategic judgment.
Grow executive leadership confidence
Develop as a leader — not just a manager.
Learn alongside accomplished peers
Progress with a selective cohort and expand your network.
Earn a respected MBA credential
Graduate with a credential backed by McMaster University and DeGroote’s network.

Built for real-world impact

Apply what you learn immediately in your role, deepen your leadership capability, and gain the tools to help your organization navigate change in a digital world.

Applied learning
Bring challenges from your organization into the learning experience.
Holistic leadership development
Build the skills to lead people, strategy, and change.
Selective cohort
Learn with experienced peers and strengthen your network.

Take the next step in your leadership journey

Complete a short pre-assessment to see if the DeGroote Executive MBA in Digital Transformation is the right fit for your background and goals.

Start Your Pre-AssessmentDownload Brochure

Questions? Download the brochure and a recruiter will follow up with next steps.

Online Information Session

Considering your next step into senior leadership? Join an upcoming online information session to explore how the DeGroote EMBA can support your growth.

With the May 15 application deadline approaching, this session offers a valuable opportunity to determine if the program aligns with your goals.

Date
May 11, 2026
Time
12:00 – 12:30 p.m. (ET)
Format
Online • Free • Registration required

During this session…

  • Explore the program structure, format, and key features
  • Understand the admissions process and what makes a strong application
  • Gain insights directly from Program Director, Dr. Milena Head


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