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Smith School of Business,
Queen’s University

Canada’s Premier Business School

Smith is renowned for its excellence, innovation, and leadership in business education.

From establishing the first undergraduate business degree a century ago, to creating ground-breaking programs and courses in emerging areas including artificial intelligence, fintech, analytics, cultural diversity, team dynamics, social impact, and more, Smith is at the forefront of preparing you for the business marketplace.

Queen’s is consistently ranked among the best universities in Canada. Through contributions to business, science, the arts, and government, Queen’s graduates have made an impact on the national and international landscape.

Goodes Hall

Goodes Hall will be your home base for the Commerce program. Built specifically for the business school it includes state-of-the-art classrooms, dedicated remote teaching studio facilities, team and project break-out rooms, event, networking and celebration spaces, faculty and staff offices, outdoor spaces and a rooftop garden. It is a bright, modern environment that supports the full Smith experience.

A Truly Exceptional Experience

Thought Leadership

Smith School of Business has an impressive record of cutting edge research and thought leadership, and both faculty and graduate students enjoy access to numerous resources that support this effort.

Smith School of Business has created the website Smith Business Insight to provide the broader business and academic communities with access to interesting research summaries, webinars, papers, videos and interviews.

Innovative Programs

Every Smith program is unique in its own right, and offers features and options that are not available anywhere else. Smith School of Business has been a pioneer in the fields of team-based and experiential learning, and has incorporated these approaches into all of its programs. Its innovative use of videoconference technology has enabled the School to take its MBA programs across North America and beyond.

As well, the School offers a variety of unique double degree options through its vast network of international business school partners.

Exceptional Student Experience

The student experience at Smith extends well beyond the classroom. From student-run conferences to a student-run hedge fund, the opportunities to gain hands-on experience and develop critical team and leadership skills are practically limitless. Smith's holistic approach to personal coaching is designed to help students achieve their full potential. Small class sizes and a strong sense of community make the Smith experience truly exceptional.

Globally Connected

Due to its strong reputation, Smith School of Business attracts top students from across Canada and around the world. The School maintains international exchange partnerships with over 100 respected business schools in over 35 countries, and welcomes more than 300 international exchange students annually. Every year, well over 650 of our students travel to international destinations to participate in an international exchange or to complete their global business projects.

Additionally, Queen's Executive Education, at Smith School of Business, offers custom and open-enrolment programs in a variety of locations around the world. In fact, more than 3,500 organizations from over 60 countries have sent managers and executives to these programs.

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