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2021

Year in Review

2021

Year in Review

2021

Year in Review

2021 was not without its challenges, but it was also a year for optimism. Whether it was launching new programs, such as the Master of Management in Analytics; making progress on equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives; or advancing thought leadership, it was a year to move forward. Here’s a glance at our impact in 2021.

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 2021

620Students (HBA1)
52%Self-identifying as men
48%Self-identifying as women
822Students (HBA2)
58%Self-identifying as men
42%Self-identifying as women
177Completed a dual degree
86Went on an international exchange or study trip
Class Diversity
Total sections 8
Students per section 78
University admission average 85%
Academic disciplines represented 52
Countries of citizenship 12
Birth countries 36
Languages spoken 33
Students speaking a second language 388
HBA 2021 Employment Report

HBA 2021 Employment Report

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 Digital Management stream that trains leaders to understand the role of technology in contemporary management.

MSc Facts and Figures

Class of 2021

208Students
43%Self-identifying as men
57%Self-identifying as women
Class Diversity International Business/CEMS Business Analytics Digital Management
Countries of citizenship 10 13 10
Birth countries 15 19 16
Languages spoken 20+ - -
MSc 2021 Employment Report

MSc 2021 Employment Report

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 2021

175Students
63% Self-identifying as men
37% Self-identifying as women
27%International work experience (pre-MBA)
45Went on an international exchange or study trip
5Average years of work experience
Class Diversity
Languages spoken 29
Countries of citizenship 23
Birth countries 24
Average age at entry 28
MBA 2021 Employment Report

MBA 2021 Employment Report

AMBA Program

Our 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 2021

56Graduates in 2021
46% Self-identifying as men
54% Self-identifying as women
Class Diversity
Countries of citizenship 5
Birth countries 13
Born outside of Canada 39%
Languages spoken 7

EMBA Program

Our EMBA Program attracts highly successful and experienced leaders across industries and professional backgrounds. In 2021, the EMBA continued to provide real-world business experiences both inside and outside the classroom. 

EMBA Facts and Figures

Class of 2021

91Graduates in 2020
67% Self-identifying as men
33% Self-identifying as women
Class Diversity
Countries of citizenship 23
Birth countries 34
Born outside of Canada 49%
Languages spoken 20

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 2021

51Students in total

53% Self-identifying as women

47% Self-identifying as men

30International

21Domestic

4Ontario Graduate Scholarships

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 2021

646Number of organizations participating in Ivey Academy Programs
75Number of custom programs delivered
5,383Number of custom program participant days taught
29Number of open-enrolment programs delivered
3,059Number of open-enrolment participant days taught
Participants by title
President/VP 30%
General Manager/Director 26%
Manager 34%
Other 11%

Executive Education - Asia Facts and Figures

Program as of 2021

91Number of organizations participating in Executive Education Programs
31Number of custom programs delivered
1,814Number of custom program participant days taught
16Number of open-enrolment programs delivered
902Number of open-enrolment participant days taught
Participants by title
President/VP 6%
General Manager/Director 45%
Manager 43%
Other 5%

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

113Full-time Faculty

72% Self-identifying as men

28%Self-identifying as women

$1,155,82210 grants"2022" funding awards total

2Books published

5012 of FT top 50Refereed articles

Chairs, Fellowships & Professorships

67%Self-identifying as men

20%Self-identifying as women

13%Vacant

Disciplines/Area Groups Institutes & Centres
Business, Economics, and Public Policy Ben Graham Centre for Value Investing
Entrepreneurship Centre for 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 Pierre L. 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 2021.

Alumni Facts and Figures

97
Countries worldwide
7,080Alumni supported the School through formal volunteering roles, speaking in the classroom, attending events and other activities
Canada
Ontario - GTA 14,376
Ontario - Other 3,955
British Columbia 1,720
Alberta 1,309
Quebec 676
Other 723
International
U.S. in 47 states 2,386
Asia 1,434
Europe 296
Degree Breakdown
HBA 14,865
MBA 12,512
EMBA 3,702
PhD 375
MSc 751

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