Western University
Ivey Business School
The Ivey Business School at Western University is widely regarded as a leader – both in Canada and on the world stage. The School is recognized for its relevant, innovative, and comprehensive business education and ranked among the top schools internationally. Through Ivey Publishing, it is also a world-renowned producer of thought leadership and case studies.
Ivey is known for being ahead of the curve, launching the first undergraduate business, MBA, Executive Education, and PhD programs in Canada, and being the first North American business school to establish a campus in China. That reputation extends into the classroom where the School’s unique Case-Method Learning approach emphasizes the importance of connecting learning with actual business challenges.
Ivey is not your traditional business school. It moves beyond the basics by developing Leadership Essentials to equip graduates with the skills and capabilities needed for a challenging business world.
The results speak for themselves. Ivey students consistently have high placement rates and post-graduation salaries. Nearly one in two Ivey alumni are in senior management positions in their organizations. The School’s award-winning Career Management and the strength of the Ivey Alumni Network are also factors in the School’s success.
Our programs
Ivey’s programs offer real-world, practical learning and develop the leadership essentials that prepare graduates for any role, in any industry, anywhere in the world.
Offerings include:
HBA – An undergraduate business program focused on core knowledge and leadership development.
MSc in Management – An 18-month program for recent graduates focused on deeper core business knowledge and international career interests.
MBA – A one-year graduate business program building on fundamentals and undergraduate and career experiences.
Accelerated MBA – A 12-month graduate business program that allows students to earn an MBA while they work. Designed for working professionals with an undergraduate business degree, classes take place in downtown Toronto.
Executive MBA – A 15-month business program for executives emphasizing analytical techniques, implementation, and execution.
Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) – A 12-month, while-you-work analytics management program that is strategically designed to accelerate careers of data-driven professionals. The program uses a blended delivery model of online learning and powerful classroom experiences at Ivey’s downtown Toronto campus.
PhD – A full-time research-based business program that develops scholars for careers in university teaching and research.
The Ivey Academy Executive Education – Programs for professionals focused on deepening business knowledge and developing leadership skills.
Our city
Ivey is located in London, Ontario, which offers small-town charm and big-city appeal. This growing city attracts leading global companies, investments, and talent thanks to its many attributes – an ideal location, safety, affordability, job opportunities, education, culture, entertainment, and picturesque natural environment.
Nicknamed the “Forest City” for its green space, London is centred on the Thames River and has spacious parks, hiking trails, heritage sites, and gardens. Affordable housing, a diverse business community, and world-class medical facilities and educational institutions provide a high quality of life.
Known as an entertainment hotspot, it is also home to theatres, museums, and semi-professional sports teams.
Situated between Detroit and Toronto, this easily accessible city has train and bus stations and an international airport.
Why study here?
Ivey is set apart by its focus on developing the leadership capabilities that prepare students to take real business challenges head-on. Through Case-Method Learning and Ivey’s emphasis on Leadership Essentials, students become powerful decision-makers who can manage complexity, communicate persuasively, create a high-performing team, thrive under pressure, and recognize and seize business opportunities.
Ivey has a proven track record of producing top leaders and nearly half of its alumni hold the title of Director or higher. Networking opportunities abound with this successful group of business professionals in the Ivey Alumni Network. The School’s alumni also consistently have the highest salaries three years post-graduation and Ivey has the highest placement success in Canada.
Ivey Business School at Western University
