Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grads Program Structure
Our program is not simply a set of courses, but an action-oriented learning experience designed to accelerate your success in the real world. The Accelerated MBA for Ivey Grads curriculum is designed to build on the core knowledge you already obtained during your HBA years at Ivey, and bring you up to the MBA level in just eight short months.
The Eight-Month MBA Journey for HBA Grads
Global Learning Opportunities
Ivey recognizes that the world of business today is a global one. For this reason, we include international business issues and opportunities for learning into our curriculum. In addition to a variety of global case discussions, world-class faculty, and a diverse classroom environment, as an Ivey MBA you'll also get the opportunity to extend your learning outside of the classroom.
International Study Trip
These trips are designed to complement the classroom activities of the Ivey MBA Program with on-the-ground exposure to some of the world’s most dynamic and exciting economic regions. You will have the option of participating in an international study trip to Costa Rica, Portugal or Silicon Valley for elective credit. During your time in one of these countries, you’ll visit local businesses, make connections with business leaders (including successful Ivey alumni), join in 'cultural plunge' team activities, and learn how businesses operate successfully in these economic climates.
Exchange Abroad Opportunity
Students have the option to participate in an international exchange that will take place in the final semester (January to April). This is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself fully in another culture and to expand your global network.
Learn more and view the list of our exchange school partners by visiting the MBA Exchange Program page.
Want to learn more about the academic exchange? Recent Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grad (formerly MBA Direct) students Rachel Gladwish, HBA ’18, MBA ’24, and Joe Laferriere, HBA ’18, MBA ’24, join MBA Recruiting Associate, Rachael Terejko, to share their personal experiences from their international exchange which is one of the global learning opportunities offered in the AMBA for Ivey HBA Grads program. Listen below.
LEADER Project
Each year, LEADER sends a team of Ivey students to a number of sites, where they teach foundational business administration and entrepreneurial skills. Volunteer instructors from the MBA, HBA, MSc and PhD programs take part in a mutually beneficial experience that allows them to build a unique skill set. Current teaching sites include Vietnam, Nepal, India, Serbia and North Macedonia. LEADER's mission is to coach and inspire promising entrepreneurs in frontier markets to envision, launch, and scale new ventures. The organization was founded in 1991 and has impacted more than 10,000 entrepreneurs over the past 30+ years. You can learn more about The LEADER Project here!
Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Grads or Accelerated MBA
When researching your MBA at Ivey there are two options HBA graduates could explore. Each program has unique offerings to explore.
| Accelerated MBA for Ivey HBA Graduates | Accelerated MBA for Business Graduates (AMBA) | |
| GMAT Requirement | GMAT score not required. | GMAT score not required. |
| Previous Education Requirement | Completed Honours Business Administration (HBA) from the Ivey Business School. | Completed undergraduate degree (from any University) in business. |
| Work Experience | 2 to 10 years, full-time, post University degree. | 2 to 10 years, full-time, post University degree. |
| Program Length and structure |
Full-time. 8 months, with July start. |
While you work, blended online and in-class format 14 months, with November start |
| Location | London, Ontario. | One week residential session in London, Ontario, one 3-day module per month in Toronto (Friday to Sunday). |
| Curriculum | Core courses curriculum, plus opportunity to choose electives, with the option to participate in an academic exchange | Set core course curriculum only. |
| Career Support |
Career Management fully integrated into the Program including classes during core curriculum, corporate recruiting, including on and off-campus events and job board. One-on-one coaching appointments, workshops and additional resources available throughout the year. Complete support for students looking for an acceleration or career transition. |
Career Management support available such has professional coaching, in a very limited capacity. Support includes improving professional narrative and Linked In profile. On and off-campus recruitment activities including job board not available. |
| Professional Goals |
For career switchers, career accelerators, or those looking to formalize or further develop business education. |
For working professionals who do not plan to career change and want to stay with current company or same industry; builds on existing business education. |