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About Smith School of Business

Smith School of Business at Queen’s University is a top-ranked Canadian business school known for immersive learning experiences, research excellence, and strong career outcomes. Smith offers customized, transformational learning pathways that develop the mindset and capabilities required for lifelong leadership and growth.

Founded more than a century ago as Canada’s first undergraduate business degree, Smith offers undergraduate, graduate and executive programs delivered in Kingston and Toronto, Ontario, as well as hybrid and online formats reaching students across Canada and around the world. As part of Queen’s University, Smith combines globally engaged faculty, academic rigour, and practical learning to prepare leaders for complex, evolving business environments.

With exchange partnerships across 45+ regions, a diverse global community, and award-winning career support, Smith prepares students to make an immediate impact. Ranked No. 1 in Canada for career services by the Financial Times for six consecutive years among global MBA programs, Smith is recognized for developing leaders who create meaningful change across industries and sectors. Visit smithqueens.com.

About Smith School of Business

Smith School of Business at Queen’s University is a top-ranked Canadian business school known for immersive learning experiences, research excellence, and strong career outcomes. Smith offers customized, transformational learning pathways that develop the mindset and capabilities required for lifelong leadership and growth.

Founded more than a century ago as Canada’s first undergraduate business degree, Smith offers undergraduate, graduate and executive programs delivered in Kingston and Toronto, Ontario, as well as hybrid and online formats reaching students across Canada and around the world. As part of Queen’s University, Smith combines globally engaged faculty, academic rigour, and practical learning to prepare leaders for complex, evolving business environments.

With exchange partnerships across 45+ regions, a diverse global community, and award-winning career support, Smith prepares students to make an immediate impact. Ranked No. 1 in Canada for career services by the Financial Times for six consecutive years among global MBA programs, Smith is recognized for developing leaders who create meaningful change across industries and sectors. Visit smithqueens.com.

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Your Next Step Starts Here

Applying to Smith School of Business starts with finding the program that best fits your goals. Our admissions team is here to support you throughout the process, from exploring program options to preparing a strong application. Each program has its own admission requirements and application components, which may include an online application, supporting documents, references, essays, or interviews.

Each Smith program also has its own admissions timeline and application deadlines. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to allow time for document collection, admissions review, and financial planning.

 

Investing in Your Future

A range of funding options are available to help students invest in their education, including scholarships, awards, bursaries, and external funding opportunities. Smith programs offer a variety of entrance scholarships and merit-based awards to support outstanding applicants across undergraduate, graduate, and MBA programs.

Smith’s admissions and recruitment teams work closely with prospective students throughout the process, helping them navigate program selection, application requirements, and funding options to make the transition as seamless as possible.

Learning Environments Designed for Leadership

Smith School of Business delivers a world-class learning experience across Kingston, downtown Toronto at SmithToronto, and through flexible online and hybrid learning formats that connect students from across Canada and around the world.

At Goodes Hall, Smith’s home at Queen’s University, students learn in a purpose-built environment designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and leadership development. With small, highly interactive class sizes, collaborative team spaces, dedicated coaching environments, and close access to faculty and peers, Goodes Hall creates an immersive business school experience built around connection and high performance.

At SmithToronto, students learn steps away from major employers, financial institutions, and global companies. This premium downtown Toronto facility supports graduate and executive education programs through boardroom learning, executive networking, and direct industry engagement, bringing classroom learning closer to real business leadership.

Smith has more than 20 years of leadership in delivering business education in remote, hybrid, and online settings. SmithStudio connects instructors and students located across Canada and around the world in a dynamic, interactive format that facilitates teaching, discussion, and collaboration. Select MBA and graduate programs offer both in-person and virtual boardroom learning experiences. SmithOne, our virtual learning platform used by select hybrid and online programs, is the gateway to a rich shared learning experience that includes live classes with faculty who know your name, real-time discussions with classmates across all industries and time zones, and collaborative work that is immediate and human. 

 

Across every location, Smith combines academic excellence with professional immersion, giving students access to the resources, technology, and global business connections needed to lead with confidence and create meaningful impact.

Student life

At Smith School of Business, student success extends far beyond the classroom. From the moment students begin their journey, they are supported by a close-knit community of faculty, staff, coaches, classmates, and alumni who are invested in both their academic and professional growth.

With students joining from across Canada and around the world, Smith fosters a connected and collaborative student experience through leadership development, career support, international opportunities, student clubs, and a strong sense of community across programs. Whether learning in Kingston, at SmithToronto, or through online and hybrid formats, students build meaningful relationships and gain the confidence to lead in diverse business environments.

Smith faculty bring deep academic expertise and real-world business insight into every classroom. With small class sizes, personalized coaching, and direct access to professors and industry leaders, students benefit from an interactive learning experience that encourages discussion, mentorship, and professional growth. Strong alumni and employer connections further open doors to internships, career opportunities, and leadership pathways long before graduation.

Scholarships

Liana Tesan Memorial Scholarship

Liana Tesan Memorial Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 10,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

MBA 1988 and MBA 1972 Scholarship

MBA 1988 and MBA 1972 Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 10,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Stephen J.R. Smith MBA Scholarships

Stephen J.R. Smith MBA Scholarships
MBA Master

Value

$ 5,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Roozen Family MBA Scholarship

Roozen Family MBA Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 20,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

MBA 1981 Entrance Scholarships

MBA 1981 Entrance Scholarships
MBA

Value

$ 25,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

MBA 1980 Class Scholarship

MBA 1980 Class Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 10,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Len Morrow MBA Scholarship

Len Morrow MBA Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 25,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Jim Leech MBA Scholarship

Jim Leech MBA Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 25,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Ian and Maureen Dawson MBA Scholarship

Ian and Maureen Dawson MBA Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 25,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Forté Scholarship

Forté Scholarship
MBA Master

Value

$ 10,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Federau Kreel MBA Scholarship

Federau Kreel MBA Scholarship
MBA

Value

$ 10,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Dean's MBA Admission Scholarships

Dean's MBA Admission Scholarships
MBA Master

Value

$ 5,000

Deadline

31 Dec 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Employability

Smith’s commitment to career success is reflected in its results. For the sixth consecutive year, Smith School of Business was ranked No. 1 in Canada for career services by the Financial Times among the Top 100 global MBA programs. Smith MBA alumni also reported an average 96% salary increase three years after graduation, reflecting the long-term value of a Smith education.

Through the dedicated Career Advancement Centre, students have access to personalized career coaching, professional development resources, networking opportunities, employer connections, and alumni support designed to help them navigate career decisions and prepare for long-term success.

Career development at Smith is closely connected to real-world experience. Through experiential learning, employer engagement, consulting projects, networking events, and access to a strong alumni and corporate network, students have opportunities to apply what they learn while building meaningful professional relationships. Across undergraduate and graduate programs, Smith helps students connect classroom learning to long-term career success.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Smith is known for its highly personalized and collaborative learning environment. Small class sizes, personal attention, individual and team coaching, opportunities for specialization, and a deep commitment to student success characterize the experience and deliver the SmithEdge.

 

Learning is grounded in real-world challenges through experiential projects, leadership development opportunities, and applied discussions that help students build strong problem-solving, communication and decision-making skills.

 

Smith graduates are highly sought after by employers across industries including consulting, finance, technology, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. Strong career outcomes are supported by experiential learning, leadership development, and a global alumni network of accomplished professionals working around the world.

Students have access to Smith’s Career Advancement Centre, which is dedicated to supporting the needs of business students. It offers career coaching support, along with resources for resume and interview preparation, employer connections, and ongoing career development. Smith also provides access to a global alumni network, helping students build meaningful professional connections throughout their careers.

Yes — Smith offers in-person, hybrid, and online learning formats across many of its programs, with both full-time and while-you-work scheduling options. This flexibility allows students and working professionals to choose an experience that fits their career goals, schedule, and location while still benefiting from the same high-quality education and strong community.

Smith programs are delivered across multiple locations and formats, including on-campus learning at Goodes Hall in Kingston, learning spaces at SmithToronto, and flexible online and boardroom learning options in cities such as Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, and Ottawa. This allows students to choose the format that best fits their personal and professional goals.

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