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The Beedie School of Business is the Faculty of Business Administration at Simon Fraser University.

Since the creation of Canada’s first Executive MBA in 1968 and Simon Fraser University’s business faculty in 1982, the Beedie School of Business has emerged as a dynamic teaching and learning institution, with a reputation for producing global-class research for the knowledge economy.

2022 marks the 40th anniversary of the creation of the Beedie School of Business. We are born of SFU’s radical r

oots and have been “redefining radical” throughout our 40-year history. To us, that means boldly stepping up, challenging convention, and changing course to lead in a new direction. This ethos has made us a school of firsts: the 1st in Canada to offer an Executive MBA; The 1st in Canada to offer a Management of Technology MBA; the 1st and only university in North America to offer an Indigenous Business Leadership Executive MBA; and the distinction of being in the 1% of business schools with both an AACSB and EMFD accreditation. Based in the Pacific Rim metropolis of Metro Vancouver, British Columbia, SFU Beedie has established its home in a growing hub for international trade, entrepreneurship and technology. Vancouver is known as one of the most beautiful and liveable places on earth thanks to the city’s modern urban features and natural scenery. It is also among Canada’s densest and most ethnically diverse cities.

08/31/2026

🔊 Calling all SFU Beedie students!

Are you looking to build your content creation skills and portfolio? Join our Marketing & Communications team as an SFU Beedie Content Creator!

Work with a team of passionate creatives as you share your student journey, highlight
experiential learning opportunities, capture campus life, and create content that inspires our community.

🌟 Learn more and apply by September 4: https://ow.ly/XcMy50ZFUxr

08/26/2026

🔦 Meet our student spotlight of the week, Sonakshi Rao! Sonakshi is a fourth-year student pursuing a Joint Major in Business and Economics, with concentrations in Finance and MIS. She is currently an Analyst at Beedie Endowment Asset Management Fund and is completing her internship as a Credit Valuations Summer Analyst at Nesto Group. Throughout her time at Beedie, she has been involved in various other clubs and competitions, namely serving as a Team Lead at Axis Consulting, an SFU JDC WEST Delegate, and a BMP Mentor.

📌 What's your favourite thing about going to SFU Beedie?

The people I’ve met through the different teams and communities I’ve been part of. I’ve had the chance to work alongside some incredibly driven, talented, and like-minded people, which makes the experience that much more rewarding. Some of my favourite memories have come from those experiences: working late nights or early mornings, competing together, celebrating a win, and representing Beedie with pride!

📌 What's the best way to get involved and make connections at SFU Beedie?

I believe the best way to get involved is to put yourself out there by applying to and joining clubs, attending networking events, having chats with people who are in roles you want to be in, and just being open to various opportunities since you never know what could happen and how things could work out for the best! Never reject yourself and always treat setbacks as learning experiences.

📌 What's your current ?

Like many others, one of my best Beedie moments so far was at JDC West in Saskatchewan earlier this year. Hearing the Beedie School of Business announced at the awards gala among eleven other competing universities was an incredible feeling. Having my team, Operations Management, place made it even more memorable, especially after months of preparation and hard work from our team and coaches. It was a great reminder that, as our Co-Captain Adrian liked to say, “success isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon!”

💫 Feeling inspired by Sonakshi? Explore our incoming student resources to jumpstart your BBA journey: https://ow.ly/MZuh50ZFjWt

08/24/2026

The Indigenous Business Leadership Executive MBA (IBL EMBA) program has welcomed its newest cohort with an orientation week grounded in building community.

Marked by a powerful Drumming-In Ceremony at the Segal Graduate School of Business, students spent orientation connecting with peers, faculty, staff, and the systems that will support them throughout their MBA journey.

We are deeply grateful to the IBL Team, Chief Ian Campbell, Chief Leanne Joe, Talaysay Tours Canoeing, Sen̓áḵw Village, and Dr. Michelle Corfield for graciously hosting and contributing to such a meaningful week. We also extend our appreciation to our faculty, Dr. Dara Kelly-Roy and Dr. Emily Salmon.

We hold our hands up in gratitude to everyone who played a part in welcoming our new students into the growing Indigenous Business network. We are excited for all that this cohort will bring to the journey ahead.

Learn more about the IBL EMBA program: https://ow.ly/O49u50ZETwn

08/20/2026

🔦 Meet our student spotlight of the week, Ryan Head! Ryan is a senior BBA student concentrating in Accounting. As President of the SFU Business Administration Student Society, he is passionate about creating opportunities that help students connect, grow, and succeed. Ryan has competed in case competitions, completed a co-op, and will be joining PwC's Tax team next summer. He believes the experiences and relationships built outside the classroom have been just as valuable as those inside it, and is committed to helping every student feel like they belong in the Beedie community.

📌 What’s your favourite thing about going to SFU Beedie?

Without a doubt, it's the people. The students on campus, the friends I've made through clubs, and the broader Beedie community all genuinely want to see you succeed. I've made lifelong friends, found incredible mentors, and had opportunities I never would have imagined because people were willing to support and invest in me. That sense of community is what makes SFU Beedie so special.

📌What's the best way to make connections and get involved at SFU Beedie?

Say yes to opportunities, even if they feel outside your comfort zone. Attend events, join a student organization, compete in a case competition, or simply introduce yourself to the person sitting beside you in class. Some of my closest friendships and biggest opportunities started from a single conversation. You never know where one connection might lead.

📌 What’s your current ?

Being elected BASS President. It's an incredible privilege to give back to a community that has given me so much. Seeing students connect through our events, programs, and new initiatives, and knowing our team is helping create an even stronger Beedie community, has been the most rewarding experience of my university journey.

💫 Feeling inspired by Ryan? Explore our incoming student resources to jumpstart your BBA journey: https://ow.ly/As1Q50ZB3uO

08/17/2026

We hold our hands up to our recent graduates of the Indigenous Business Leadership Executive MBA (IBL EMBA) program.

In June, convocation was preceded by our traditional blanket ceremony, led by Chief Ian Campbell. During the ceremony, each graduate was blanketed over their shoulders as a way to show respect and to honour their accomplishments.

As the newest graduates of the program, they join a growing community of 356 IBL EMBA alumni as they continue their business leadership journeys.

Learn more about the IBL EMBA program:
https://ow.ly/K35A50ZACGg

08/13/2026

Calling all BBA students! 📢 Join us as a LAUNCH Leader on September 20, 2026 to help welcome new students to the SFU Beedie community. You’ll mentor incoming students while building your own leadership skills and create lasting connections along the way.

Be the person who helps a new student feel at home. 🏠❤️ Apply here by Sunday, August 23, at 11:59 PM PDT: https://ow.ly/Ooxf50ZygQF

08/12/2026

🔦 Meet our student spotlight of the week, Edric Lagrisola! Edric is a fourth-year business student concentrating in Human Resources and Management Information Systems. He has been actively involved in student organizations such as SFU HRSA - Human Resources Student Association, Axis Consulting, and SFU JDC WEST, where he currently serves as the Vice President of Academics. He has also been a part of the SFU Beedie Ambassador Program and the Management Consulting Career Preparation Program. Outside of the classroom, he is completing a co-op at Vancouver International Airport, where he works on enterprise learning and organizational development initiatives.

📌 What’s your favourite thing about going to SFU Beedie?

The people. You're surrounded by ambitious, supportive, and kind students who constantly inspire you to grow. The friendships and connections I've made have been the most rewarding part of my Beedie experience.

📌 What's something you wish you knew before starting university?

You don't need to have everything figured out from day one. University is about exploring different opportunities, trying new things, and discovering what you're passionate about along the way. Don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone; you never know where it might lead.

📌 What’s your current ?

Competing at JDC West in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The competition was the culmination of months of hard work, and seeing it all come together alongside an incredible team made the experience incredibly rewarding. Working with some of the brightest students at SFU Beedie and learning from amazing coaches made the journey just as meaningful as the competition itself, and it's an experience I'll always be grateful for.

💫 Feeling inspired by Edric? Explore our incoming student resources to jumpstart your BBA journey: https://ow.ly/aM3050ZyfIR

08/10/2026

Jamal Siddiqui (BBA ‘02) views volunteering at LAUNCH as an opportunity to help students see new possibilities. As a Product Director at the National Bank of Canada, he enjoys mentoring first-year students to connect their ambitions with their own unique path.

What started as a chance to volunteer alongside his daughter has become a meaningful way to stay connected to the SFU Beedie community, give back year after year, and build new connections with fellow alumni.

"The intersection of youthful energy with experience presents great opportunities," shares Siddiqui. "If you're thinking about volunteering, give it a try."

SFU Beedie alumni, are you ready to make an impact? Register by August 14 to inspire the next generation of business leaders at LAUNCH: https://ow.ly/bVgH50ZyaBU

08/06/2026

🔦 Meet our student spotlight of the week, Katherine Huang! Katherine is a BBA student concentrating in Operations Management and MIS. Throughout her time at SFU Beedie, she has been involved with SFU Business Administration Student Society, SFU Accounting Student Association, CaseIT, and Management Consulting Career Preparation program, and has represented the School at case competitions across Canada and in countries like Australia and the Netherlands. Now serving as Co-Captain for SFU JDC WEST, she is excited to lead the team into competition before embarking on her semester abroad. Outside of extracurriculars, she has completed co-ops at Spartan Controls and PepsiCo, and is currently a Teaching Assistant for BUS 360W.

📌 What’s your favourite thing about going to SFU Beedie?

The people and the opportunities to get involved! Some of my closest friends are people I met in my first week of university, and every club experience has introduced me to more amazing people. The Beedie community is extremely supportive—the students are driven while wanting to see others succeed. These connections have opened doors to work, extracurriculars, and mentorship. I've learned so much from the community and it's equally exciting to have the chance to give back as well!

📌 What’s the best way to make connections and get involved at SFU Beedie?

It sounds scary but going for whatever opportunity you're interested in helps you. Even if you don't get it the first time, your effort puts you on the map—and as a bonus, even for opportunities you didn't directly sign up for! Chat with anyone as people at Beedie are more than happy to help and be a friend.

📌 What’s your current ?

Competing in Sydney last year with my team and coach. Australia introduced me to some of the nicest bites, friends, and views abroad so I’d love to go back one day!

💫 Feeling inspired by Katherine? Explore our incoming student resources to jumpstart your BBA journey: https://ow.ly/Xfib50Zwnk4

08/05/2026

🌎 Discover what it's like to study business at Koç Üniversitesi with finance and international business student Patrick Handra!

Patrick reflects, "Looking back, my exchange at Koç University was about much more than studying abroad. It was about stepping outside my comfort zone, embracing new experiences, and making the most of every opportunity. Over five months, I had the chance to explore some of the most beautiful places across Türkiye and beyond, experience different cultures, and build friendships with people from around the world that I will always be grateful for. Every destination, conversation, and new experience shaped this journey in its own way. I came home with unforgettable memories, a broader perspective, and friendships that will last well beyond my time abroad. If I had the opportunity to do it all over again, I wouldn't hesitate for a second."

👉 Are you interested in studying abroad? Explore our global learning experiences here: https://ow.ly/S1MO50Zwngy

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