It was a year like no other, but we pivoted to meet the challenges presented by the global pandemic. And we came out stronger than ever. Here’s a glance at our impact in 2020. There were many accomplishments to celebrate – new programs, cutting-edge research, and some creative alumni network activity.
HBA Program
Our HBA Program attracts the best and brightest students who bring diverse academic and leadership experiences to the program. Armed with the Ivey Leadership Essentials that will set them apart in their careers, they have unlimited opportunities for success.
HBA Facts and Figures
Class of 2020
| Class Diversity | |
| Total sections | 8 |
| Students per section | 78 |
| University admission average | 84% |
| Academic disciplines represented | 55 |
| Countries of citizenship | 26 |
| Birth countries | 47 |
| Languages spoken | 45 |
| Students speaking a second language | 389 |
MSc Program
Our MSc Program builds on undergraduate experiences through three unique streams – an International Business stream to build cross-cultural aptitude for leading in an international environment, a Business Analytics stream focused on developing data-driven business decision-making skills, and the newly launched Digital Management stream that trains leaders to understand the role of technology in contemporary management.
MSc Facts and Figures
Class of 2020
| Class Diversity | International Business/CEMS | Business Analytics | Digital Management |
| Countries of citizenship | 8 | 10 | 7 |
| Birth countries | 10 | 15 | 12 |
| Languages spoken | 19 | 16 | 14 |
MBA Program
Our streamlined one-year MBA offers an intense and integrated program focused on career success. That’s why it is known as one of the top MBA programs in Canada.
MBA Facts and Figures
Class of 2020
| Class Diversity | |
| Languages spoken | 42 |
| Countries of citizenship | 34 |
| Birth countries | 31 |
| Average age at entry | 28.5 |
AMBA Program
Our new 12-month, while-you-work, blended learning Accelerated MBA (AMBA) prepares working professionals for the next stage of their career.
AMBA Facts and Figures
Class of 2020
| Class Diversity | |
| Countries of citizenship | 5 |
| Birth countries | 9 |
| Born outside of Canada | 49% |
| Languages spoken | 14 |
EMBA Program
Our EMBA Program attracts highly successful and experienced leaders across industries and professional backgrounds. In 2020, the EMBA continued to provide real-world business experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
EMBA Facts and Figures
Class of 2020
| Class Diversity | |
| Countries of citizenship | 10 |
| Birth countries | 28 |
| Born outside of Canada | 40% |
| Languages spoken | 19 |
PhD Program
Our PhD Program in Business Administration is a full-time research-based program designed to develop scholars and to place graduates at high quality research universities around the world. Ivey PhDs are showcased at conferences around the world, and regularly featured in top-tier academic and industry publications.
PhD Facts and Figures
Program as of 2020
55Students in total
23 Female
32 Male
34International
21Domestic
5Ontario Graduate Scholarships
3Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Doctoral Award Winners
Executive Education Worldwide
Located at Spencer Leadership Centre, The Ivey Academy offers a complete suite of programs to boost organizational performance.
The Ivey Academy Facts and Figures
Program as of 2020
| Participants by title | |
| President/VP | 25% |
| General Manager/Director | 31% |
| Manager | 32% |
| Other | 12% |
Executive Education - Asia Facts and Figures
Program as of 2020
| Participants by title | |
| President/VP | 6% |
| General Manager/Director | 24% |
| Manager | 51% |
| Other | 19% |
Faculty
Our faculty members continue to make their mark in research, the classroom, and the boardroom. They are a major influence on the development of future leaders and in the creation of new knowledge.
Faculty Facts and Figures
103Full-time Faculty
73% Male
27% Female
$2,736,14927 grants"2020" funding awards total
3Books published
6619 of FT top 50Refereed articles
Chairs, Fellowships & Professorships
74% Male
26% Female
| Disciplines/Area Groups | Institutes & Centres |
| Business, Economics, and Public Policy | Ben Graham Centre for Value Investing |
| Entrepreneurship | Building Sustainable Value |
| Finance | CPA Ontario Centre for Accounting and the Public Interest |
| General Management | Ian O. Ihnatowycz Institute for Leadership |
| Information Systems | International Business Institute |
| International Business | Ivey Energy Policy and Management Centre |
| Managerial Accounting and Control | Lawrence National Centre for Policy and Management |
| Management Communications | Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship |
| Management Science | Scotiabank Digital Banking Lab |
| Marketing | |
| Operations Management | |
| Organizational Behaviour | |
| Strategy | |
| Sustainability |
Alumni
Our alumni continue to give back to the School in many ways – both in the classroom and out in the world as trusted mentors and advisors. The Ivey Alumni Network lives up to its reputation as a thriving worldwide community of business professionals and found creative ways to stay connected throughout 2020.
Alumni Facts and Figures
Countries worldwide
| Canada | |
| Ontario - GTA | 13,842 |
| Ontario - Other | 3,810 |
| British Columbia | 1,638 |
| Alberta | 1,286 |
| Quebec | 669 |
| Other | 614 |
| International | |
| U.S. in 47 states | 2,434 |
| Asia | 1,443 |
| Europe | 287 |
| Degree Breakdown | |
| HBA | 14,337 |
| MBA | 12,334 |
| EMBA | 3,562 |
| PhD | 357 |
| MSc | 511 |
Donor Roll
Like many of our peers, we have transitioned to an online Donor Roll as part of our approach to environmental sustainability and cost reduction. Our Online Donor Roll recognizes the generosity of alumni and friends who have given to Ivey. Learn more about its unique features, including the recognition of donor loyalty, giving societies and lifetime commitments of $25,000 or more.