Upgrade your qualifications, earn a postgraduate certificate and move seamlessly into Master’s in Applied Modelling or Management – in as little as 8 months.
Students interested in Master of Applied Modelling & Quantitative Methods (AMOD) or Master of Management now have a new, accelerated entry pathway to these in-demand, course-based graduate programs at Trent University.
Designed for students close to qualifying for graduate studies, the Pre-Master’s pathway helps you build the academic standing needed to meet graduate admissions requirements.
Through focused coursework in business, marketing, advertising, web, customer relations, and social networking, you will strengthen your academic foundation, develop real-world professional skills and gain the confidence to succeed at the master’s level.
Upon successful completion, students will earn a Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) in e-Commerce and transition seamlessly into their chosen AMOD M.Sc. or Management M.Mgt. course-based program.
How to Apply
No direct application required. Interested applicants should apply to any of the following Applied Modelling & Quantitative Methods or Master of Management programs for automatic consideration to the Pre-Master's pathway:
- Applied Modelling & Quantitative Methods M.Sc. course-based streams:
- Master of Management streams:
Following application, applicants must submit all required supporting documents listed by the above Master's program of their choice (ex. transcripts, resume, statement of purpose, references) and meet English language proficiency requirements.
While programs may send out early offers, decisions are generally sent out 1-2 months following the program's application deadline.
- Applicants who meet all entry requirements for the AMOD M.Sc. or M.Mgt. programs will be considered for entry to the master's program
- Applicants who meet all other requirements but do not have a final grade of B+ (77%) or hold the Ontario equivalent of a 4-year Bachelor's Honours degree for entry into the Master's degree, may receive an alternate offer to the Pre-Master's pathway if they meet a B- (70%) average and/or hold a 3-year degree *
*Review our international credential equivalencies to review country's grade and degree conversions for admission.
Progression to Master’s Level Studies
Upon successful completion of the Pre-Master’s coursework in e-commerce, students with a minimum overall average of B+ (77%) will transition seamlessly into the AMOD M.Sc. course-based or Master of Management program of their choice.
In addition to progressing to a master’s program, students who successfully complete the coursework will also earn a Postgraduate Certificate in e-Commerce.
Pre-Master's Courses
Students in the Pre-Master’s pathway will complete a Postgraduate Certificate in e-Commerce. This certificate program consists of the following 10 courses:
- ADMN 2080H: Managerial and Market Research
- ADMN 2100H: Introduction to Marketing
- ADMN 3150H: Advertising
- COIS-MDST 1010H: The Digital World
- COIS 1020H: Programming for Computer Science
- COIS-ADMN 1620H: Introduction to Information Systems
- COIS 2240H: Software Design and Modelling
- COIS 2430H: Web Development I: Front-End
- ADMN-COIS 2620H: Systems Analysis and Design
- ADMN-COIS 3750H: Principles of Online Marketing
In addition to progressing to a master’s program, successful completion of these 10 courses provides students with a Postgraduate Certificate in E-Commerce.
Fees & funding
Tuition fees vary between programs. For full details on postgraduate certificates and graduate degree fees, please refer to the fee schedules linked below.
Postgraduate Certificate Tuition Fees:
Graduate Degree Tuition Fees:
Applied Modelling & Quantitative Methods M.Sc.
- Applied Modelling and Quantitative Methods: Financial Analytics, Big Data Analytics (4-term program)
- Applied Modelling and Quantitative Methods: Data Science Analytics (3-term program)
Master of Management
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Pre-Master’s Pathway?
A program designed to prepare applicants to Applied Modelling & Quantitative Methods M.Sc. or Master of Management (M.Mgt.) who fall short of the minimum GPA for graduate study or who do not hold a 4-year bachelor’s degree.
When can I start the Pre-Master’s pathway?
The Pre-Master’s pathway accepts students to start in the Fall (September) term.
Is admission to a master’s program guaranteed after completing the Pre-Master’s?
After completing the Pre-Master's Pathway coursework in e-Commerce:
Students who earn a final minimum average of B+ (77%) overall will progress to their master’s program.
Students who pass with a minimum 60% cumulative average but do not earn a final minimum average of B+ (77%) overall will receive a Postgraduate Certificate in E-Commerce but will not progress into the master’s program.
Where will I study?
Your Pre-Master’s program will be taken at the campus where you intend to take your master’s program. Applied Modelling & Quantitative Methods is offered at our Peterborough Campus, and the Master of Management is offered at both the Peterborough Campus and the Durham GTA Campus. Note: The Strategic Change Management stream is only offered at the Durham GTA Campus
How long will it take to complete both the Pre-Master’s pathway and a master’s program?
The Pre-Master’s pathway is a one-year (two terms of study) program. The AMOD M.Sc. streams offer 12-month and 16-month options for full-time study. Management streams are 16-months in length, with the final term being a workplace internship. Master’s studies are completed in consecutive academic terms.
| Begin in the Fall term (September) | |
| Peterborough campus | Durham campus |
| Fall term - Pre-Master’s | Fall term - Pre-Master’s |
| Winter term - Pre-Master's | Winter term - Pre-Master's |
| Spring term – Master’s | Spring term – Master’s |
| Fall term – Master’s | Fall term – Master’s |
| Winter Term – Master’s | Winter term – Master’s |
| Spring term – Master’s | Spring term – Master’s |
Can international students apply?
Yes. International students are welcome. You must meet the master’s level English language proficiency requirements. Your offer will include an offer letter for your master’s program with the condition of successfully completing the Pre-Master’s pathway and Letter of Acceptance.
Do I need a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) to apply for a study permit?
To commence study in your Pre-Master's Pathway program, you will require a PAL to apply for a study permit.
To obtain a PAL, applicants must:
- Accept their offer to the Pre-Master's Pathway program, and,
- Pay their tuition deposit
Do I need to apply for two separate study permits for Pre-Master's and Master's program? How does it work?
When you apply for your study permit, you will use your Conditional Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from Trent University along with your PAL.
The LOA outlines both your Pre-Master’s Certificate program (as a prerequisite) and your intended Master’s program. If your application is approved, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will issue a study permit that covers the duration of your Pre-Master’s program.
After successfully completing the Pre-Master’s program, you will receive an Unconditional Letter of Acceptance for your Master’s program.
The unconditional LOA will allow you to apply to extend your study permit from within Canada for the full length of your intended Master’s program. Trent’s International Student Advisors will be able to assist you to apply to extend your Study Permit.
You may continue studying at Trent with your original study permit as long as you continue to meet all study permit conditions and have applied for an extension prior to your original study permit expired. When applying for the extension, you will need to provide updated proof of funds to IRCC to demonstrate that you can cover the tuition fees and living expenses for the remainder of your studies.
Will I be eligible for a post-graduation work permit (PGWP) with the Pre-Master's certificate?
Yes. Trent’s Pre-Master's certificate is PGWP eligible.
What is the length of the PGWP I will be eligible for after completing both Pre-Master's and Master programs?
All in-person Master’s programs are eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program. Your Trent Master's degree alone will allow you to apply for the maximum post-graduation work permit duration.
Graduates of Master’s programs at Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) in Canada may be eligible for a 3-year PGWP if the applicant meets all PGWP eligibility criteria.
Contact us
Questions regarding applying and admission requirements: graduate@trentu.ca