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Smith School of Business at Queen’s University is renowned for its excellence, innovation and leadership in business education. From establishing the first undergraduate business degree over a century ago to creating groundbreaking programs and courses in emerging areas, Smith is at the forefront of preparing students for the business world.

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Business happens beyond boardrooms, markets, and borders. Cultural shifts, geopolitical changes, technology innovations — it all shapes what comes next. At Smith we anticipate the rapidly changing business landscape and prepare you to take your next step with confidence.

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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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Scotiabank renews partnership Smith to help build an AI-ready workforce

Scotiabank is investing $2.5 million over five years in a renewed partnership with Queen’s University and Smith School of Business to provide ongoing support to the Scotiabank Centre for Analytics & AI.

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Smith celebrates contributions to research and teaching

Last month, the school recognized eight faculty and two students during the annual Research Excellence Awards and new alumni established Teaching Excellence Awards.

Smith and ESAN University launch double-degree pathway

Beginning in 2027, ESAN’s Bachelor of Business Administration students will have the opportunity to earn a Smith Commerce degree alongside their ESAN BBA.

2026 Dare to Dream winners announced

Four-early stage companies founded by Smith students have secured $15,000 in funding and resources to help grow their ventures.

Thought Leadership

Smith Business Insight

Exploration, commentary and perspective from Smith faculty and experts.

How Business Leaders Can Contribute to Economic Reconciliation

The Mastercard Foundation’s Danbi Cho shares how corporate Canada can engage more meaningfully with Indigenous peoples, businesses and communities

A Leader’s Guide to Year-Round Pride

Workplaces can do a lot more to support 2SLGBTQIA+ communities than flying a flag in June. Here are three ideas

The Hidden Risk in ESG Harmonization

Standardizing how companies measure sustainability gives executives a clearer target to game

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Research@Smith

Creating new knowledge is a central tenet of the Smith School of Business mission. Our research success is the product of the commitment and knowledge of faculty, students, and staff, and our collaborations and partnerships with external organizations.

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Get to know the researchers pushing the boundaries of knowledge to create impact in management and public policy.

Centres of Focus

Our research centres concentrate on specific areas of focus including sustainable finance, analytics, social impact, business venturing, governance, and more.

World-class Faculty

Smith’s professors and PhD scholars are active in all areas of business and management research, regularly publish in top journals, and are globally renowned.

Research Degrees

Smith MSc and PhD programs offer students the opportunity to develop critical thinking and research skills and delve deeply into specific topics.

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