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Smith School of Business
Business happens beyond boardrooms, markets, and borders. Cultural shifts, geopolitical changes, technology innovations — it all impacts business. At Smith we anticipate the rapidly changing business landscape and prepare you for it.
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Smith’s programs deliver the knowledge, skills and personal development you need to thrive in this ever-changing business world. General management or specialized, professional or research-based, degree or development, full-time or while working, we have a rich portfolio of options.
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Smith launches new Employee Ownership Research Initiative
With three in four Canadian owners set to exit their business within the next decade, Smith's new research initiative will deepen Canada’s understanding of employee ownership -- a powerful succession model that can enhance outcomes for owners, employees and communities.
Smith MIB Ranked No.1 in Canada by Financial Times
Smith’s Master of International Business (MIB) program continues to lead in Canada and make its mark globally.
Smith Master of International Business adds first double-degree option in Asia
MIB students now have the opportunity to spend their second year of study at the HKUST Business School in Hong Kong.
Smith School of Business and the Canadian Paralympic Committee extend partnership
CPC staff and sport members will benefit from professional development and training opportunities that Smith provides through 2032.
Smith Business Insight
Exploration, commentary and perspective from Smith faculty and experts.
Beyond Consensus: Decision-Making Models That Keep Teams Moving
When universal agreement becomes impossible, these alternative frameworks preserve buy-in without sacrificing speed or accountability
Skills, Mindsets and Careers Built for What’s Next
The changing business landscape is redefining the skills, roles and opportunities of tomorrow
How Digital Product Managers Shape What’s Next
Kris Hayward loves watching an idea evolve into a deployed product that adds real value
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