Global EMBA – Morocco
Global EMBA – Morocco
Where theory meets practice, the Telfer Global EMBA - Morocco immerses you in a dynamic learning environment that bridges education with real-world practice.
The workplace is evolving rapidly, and to lead in this fast-paced environment, you need to be prepared for what’s next. The Telfer Global EMBA – Morocco is designed to equip you with the skills and insights needed to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.
This unique collaboration between the Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa and the CIEMS Business Institute in Morocco brings together Telfer’s highly ranked Executive MBA curriculum with the invaluable local knowledge and expertise of CIEMS. The result is a program that is not only internationally recognized but also deeply relevant and practical for leaders in Morocco and throughout the African region.
With a legacy of over 25 years of consulting experience infused into the curriculum, the Global EMBA – Morocco provides you with the critical knowledge and practical skills to immediately apply your learning in real business settings. Graduates gain a powerful combination of theoretical and practical experience – essential for making an impact in any senior management environment.
Why choose the Telfer Global EMBA - Morocco?
Globally ranked Executive MBA curriculum
Telfer’s real-world Executive MBA curriculum is no. 1 worldwide in the 2024 and 2025 CEO Magazine’s Global Executive MBA and listed as top five in Canada in the 2025 QS MBA Global EMBA rankings.
Triple accreditation
The Telfer School of Management is recognized among the top 1% of business schools in the world, holding the triple crown of accreditations: AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, which represent the highest international standards in business education.
A growing, global network
By joining the elite of business programs, you gain access to a growing network of 1,300+ Executive MBA alumni, and 33,000+ Telfer graduates worldwide, opening doors to powerful connections and opportunities.
Practical, hands-on learning
Our program goes beyond the classroom. Our uncompromising approach to business education blends a traditional MBA degree with invaluable practical experience. Throughout the program, you’re gaining valuable hands-on experience applying your knowledge and demonstrating your leadership and strategic skills in active business settings; bridging the gap between classroom learning and professional practice.
Format and location
The Telfer Global EMBA – Morocco is designed for senior-level professionals who want to further their education without losing momentum in their career. The program offers a flexible structure that allows you to balance your professional and personal commitments while gaining a world-class business education.
Learn in multiple cities: Casablanca, Rabat and Marrakesh
Monthly modules rotate between Rabat, Casablanca and Marrakesh, providing you with a unique opportunity to expand your professional network across multiple economic hubs.
Flexible learning, seamless integration with your career
Doing an Executive MBA is demanding, but it shouldn’t require you to put your career on hold - in fact, continuing to work is an asset to your learning. Designed with working professionals in mind, our program lets you continue working while earning your degree. allowing you to practice new skills in real time between modules.
Our four-day class modules are held monthly, Thursday through Sunday, to balance your time away from work and personal commitments.
You’ll spend on average 9 hours per week on course preparation, assignments, and team meetings. We provide dates for your full EMBA class schedule, trips, and additional sessions well in advance.
International exposure
The program also includes an overseas business trip to Ottawa, Canada. This immersive experience deepens global business perspectives and fosters a network with international leaders in your field.
Admission requirements
Telfer’s Global EMBA - Morocco is designed for mid-career and executive-level professionals aged 35 and above who demonstrate strong performance, leadership, and a commitment to professional growth. Our goal with each cohort is to bring together diverse candidates of the highest calibre. We take a holistic approach to admissions, carefully assessing your candidacy based on the following criteria:
Work experience
- Minimum of five years of full-time managerial or professional work experience.
- Preference is given to candidates with more work experience, particularly when you have evidence of management responsibilities and a net career progression.
- A typical EMBA cohort averages 15 years of full-time work experience.
Academic qualifications
- An equivalent to a Canadian bachelor’s degree is required, with a minimum admission average of B (70%).
- The admission average is calculated in accordance with the University of Ottawa Graduate Studies guidelines (the last 20 courses for foreign transcripts).
- We consider all postsecondary studies at the time of admission, with your most recent studies considered first.
*A limited number of applicants may be considered for Executive MBA admission without an undergraduate degree. Their assessment is based on substantial managerial experience or professional training and at least 10 years of work experience.
Language proficiency
- If your first language is not English, or if you have not completed and an undergraduate degree in an English language program, you must provide results from one of two University of Ottawa-approved English proficiency tests: TOEFL or IELTS Academic.
- Contact our admissions team to learn more about the approved language proficiency tests requirements.
Fees
From dedicated administrative support to access to world-class faculty, we provide everything you need to stay focused on your learning and growth. Your program fees cover key logistics, including course materials, as well as organized meals and double-occupancy hotel accommodations during your stay in Canada, ensuring a seamless and inclusive experience. Our goal is to remove barriers so you can develop and apply new skills with confidence.
| Instalment | Due date | Fees € |
| Non-refundable deposit | September 1 | € 5,000 |
| First term | Early February of term one | € 5,000 |
| Second term | Late May of term two | € 5,000 |
| Third term | Late September of term three | € 5,000 |
| Fourth term | Early February of term four | € 10,000 |
| Total program fees : | € 30,000 |
The Telfer Global EMBA - Morocco fee schedule is determined by the University of Ottawa. Exact dates for tuition deadlines are published annually to the important dates and deadlines page on the university’s website.
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