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Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates

The Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates starts on July 7, 2025. As a recent Ivey HBA graduate, expand your career options by earning an MBA degree in only eight months, without having to write the GMAT.

Questions? Talk to Rachael! Interested? Submit your resume for assessment

Next admissions deadline: October 14

What to Expect from Ivey's Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates

Eight-Month Program

Incredible value and return on investment in an eight-month program that gets you back into the workforce quickly.

International Opportunities

International learning opportunities like the elective Study Trip, academic exchange, and LEADER Project.

Career Management

Integrated Career Management and recruiting activities built into the program.

Diverse Classmates

A new and diverse group of classmates from around the globe.

Ivey Accelerated MBA for Working Professionals

As an Ivey HBA graduate, Ivey offers two distinct accelerated MBA programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of ambitious professionals. If you are a working professional seeking flexibility, you can also consider our Accelerated MBA for working professionals.

Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates By The Numbers

 

89%

89% of those seeking employment who received at least one job offer within three months of graduation, based on a 98-per-cent reporting rate.

$126,995

$126,995 Average total compensation (includes: base salary, signing bonus, and other guaranteed compensation), based on a 72-per-cent salary reporting rate.

90%

90% of Ivey grads who accepted an offer and made at least one career transition (change in industry, function, and/or geography).

Meet our Graduates

We asked Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates (formerly MBA Direct) about their experience in the program, covering everything from how it differed from their HBA experience, classmates, and career goals. Watch the videos to learn more.

 

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Student Testimonials

Noah Soberano Mba Direct 500X680

Noah Soberano
HBA ’17, MBA ’22

“I came back to the MBA program partly because I wanted to meet more people and take some courses I never got to take in undergrad, but also because I wanted to pivot into consulting, and I thought the MBA would be a really good spot to do that.”

Stephanie De Vincenzo Mba Direct 500X680

Stephanie De Vincenzo
HBA ’14, MBA ’22

“People have bigger voices than they’ve ever had because of how they can connect with one another now, and I think Ivey provides tools we can use when we need to speak against injustices in the workplace and give minority groups a voice.”

Zander Taylor Mba Direct 500X680

Zander Taylor
HBA ’17, MBA ’22

“Ivey puts you into a lot of situations where you can try things and there’s not much to lose, so you can learn about yourself, get feedback and figure out what’s working for you or where you need to improve.”

Olivia George Parker 500X680

Olivia George-Parker
HBA ’15, MBA ’21

“I see pursuing my MBA as an excellent way to upgrade my strategic thinking and decision-making skills, while also expanding my network. I consider my undergraduate studies at Ivey as one of my most formative life experiences.”

Accelerated mba for Ivey Grads (Formerly MBA Direct) 2020-2022 Employment Report

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Accelerated MBA for ivey Grads (Formerly MBA Direct) 2020-2022 Employment Report

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Podcast Series

Learn more about the Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates Program from those who have lived it themselves. Check out our Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates Podcast Series to understand why fellow HBA grads returned, how the partnership with Career Management varies from your HBA days, and overall reasons you should consider Ivey for your MBA.

On-Demand Info Sessions

Tune into our on-demand information sessions to understand the eight-month program, partnership with Career Management, and admissions timelines.

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Talk to Us

If you are a recent Ivey HBA grad who wants to learn more about the Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates Program, please contact Rachael Terejko, MBA Recruiting Associate.

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