Smith Business News
Smith School of Business launches Global Online MBA
February 23, 2026Kingston, Ont. — Smith School of Business is expanding its MBA portfolio with a new online program designed for professionals who want ultimate flexibility in an MBA as they continue to work and advance their careers. The first cohort will begin in September 2026.
New alumni gift to support Smith Commerce students through life’s challenges
February 18, 2026Kingston, Ont. — For students carrying the weight of a major loss or other personal challenge, financial stability can help shape everything that follows. And now, thanks to the generosity of alumnus Matthew McGrath, BCom’96, more students at Smith School of Business will have that support when it matters most.
Smith MBA tops Financial Times ranking for career services in Canada for 6th year in a row
February 17, 2026Kingston, Ont. — For the sixth consecutive year, Smith School of Business was ranked No. 1 in Canada by the Financial Times for career services in its recently released ranking of the Top 100 global MBA programs. This consistent result reflects the strong career coaching, personal development and network building available to students at Smith.
Smith cheers on Team Canada at Milano Cortina 2026
February 5, 2026Kingston, Ont. – As the world prepares for the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, Smith School of Business is excited to cheer on Team Canada and celebrate its partnerships with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee.
Libro Credit Union and Smith School of Business Partner to support international MBA students
January 28, 2026Kingston, Ont. – Libro and Smith School of Business at Queen’s University have partnered to provide international students in the Full-time MBA program with access to a new student loan option.
Dr. Wim Van der Stede appointed next dean of Smith
December 3, 2025Kingston, Ont. – Principal and Vice-Chancellor Patrick Deane has appointed Wim A. Van der Stede as dean of Smith School of Business at Queen’s University for a five-year term, effective July 1, 2026. His appointment follows a comprehensive international search.
Smith School of Business launches new Employee Ownership Research Initiative
November 25, 2025Kingston, Ont. — With three in four Canadian owners set to exit their business within the next decade, Smith School of Business has launched a new research initiative focused on deepening Canada’s knowledge and understanding of a powerful succession model that can enhance outcomes for owners, employees and communities: employee ownership.
Smith Master of International Business adds first double-degree option in Asia
November 5, 2025Hong Kong, China — Smith School of Business and the School of Business and Management of The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST Business School) are excited to announce a new double-degree pathway for students at both institutions to help build their knowledge and expertise while gaining insights into another region of the world.
Two Team Canada athletes to join Smith’s Accelerated MBA program in early 2026
September 25, 2025Kingston, Ont. — Today, Smith School of Business, the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) and Game Plan announced that two Team Canada athletes, Elissa Alarie (Rugby) and Declan McCormack (Alpine Ski), will join Smith’s Accelerated MBA program beginning in January 2026. Both athletes have been granted Game Plan Awards to support their academic journeys.
The business of saving species: New study explores fresh models for conservation
September 19, 2025Kingston, Ont. — In a cross-collaborative study published on Sept. 15 in PNAS, research leads from Smith School of Business at Queen’s University and the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Cornell University developed a novel decision model derived from business operations that detects emerging wildlife disease -months earlier or with -lower costs than the current traditional strategies.
Smith Master of International Business Ranked No.1 in Canada by Financial Times
September 8, 2025Kingston, Ont. – Smith’s Master of International Business (MIB) program has once again claimed the No. 1 spot in Canada in the newly released 2025 Financial Times ranking of global Master in Management programs.
New International Dual-Degree Pathway Between Canada’s Smith School of Business and Nigeria’s Lagos Business School
July 24, 2025Kingston, Ont. — and Lagos, Nigeria – Smith School of Business, Queen’s University (Smith) and Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University, are thrilled to announce the launch of a new dual-degree pathway. This pathway leverages the strengths of both schools, bringing top international business students to Canada to gain expertise in high-demand fields.
Smith and WU Vienna partner on new undergraduate double degree
July 2, 2025Kingston, Ont. — Smith School of Business (Smith) is excited to announce a new undergraduate double-degree offering in partnership with WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business). Beginning in Fall 2025, undergraduate students entering their second year of study at Smith and WU will have the opportunity to apply for this unique learning experience.