MBA 101: An Immersive One-Day MBA Experience

Sat Feb 28 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:30 pm UTC-08:00

500 Granville St | Vancouver

SFU Beedie School of Business
Publisher/HostSFU Beedie School of Business
MBA 101: An Immersive One-Day MBA Experience
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Join us for an inspiring day of learning with top business leaders, experienced SFU Beedie faculty, and accomplished alumni.
About this Event

MBA 101

The business world isn't slowing down—AI is transforming operations, economic shifts are rewriting the rules, and today's leaders need strategic vision and adaptability to stay ahead.

Spend a day with SFU Beedie industry leaders, accomplished faculty, and alumni who've turned their MBA into career breakthroughs. You'll participate in MBA-style case discussions, explore frameworks for complex business challenges, and connect with people who understand your ambitions.


Featured MBA Mini Class: Why Do Business Schools Use Case Studies? The Case of Amazon.com

Amazon launched its website in July 1995 to sell books online. Since then it has expanded into a variety of businesses that some see as unrelated. Amazon has grown to become a digital giant. It challenges most conventional and traditional views of firm strategy.


What You'll Gain Get one-on-one time with our admissions team for a pre-assessment of your application potential. Explore our suite of graduate programs, and discover if SFU Beedie is right for your goals.


Who Should Attend Perfect for professionals ready to invest in themselves. Whether you're an emerging leader, facing industry disruption, or curious about what an MBA could unlock for your future.


Space for this event is limited. Please register now to secure your spot.



SFU Beedie School of Business Graduate Programs

Our graduate programs are designed to elevate your professional development, enhance your leadership capacity, and guide you toward the next phase of your career journey.

: 24-month part-time program that offers in-person courses at our Vancouver campus, online courses for remote learning, or a combination of both to suit your lifestyle. It allows mid-career professionals to sharpen their business skills and gain invaluable business insights.

: 16-month full-time program for early to mid-career professionals ready to push themselves to their highest potential and move their career to the next level in an internationally diverse and collaborative MBA classroom.

: 20-month part-time program for senior-level managers who seek to develop the business acumen and enhanced capacity for the critical, innovative, and strategic thinking required for success at the senior management level.

: 20-month program designed for mid-career Indigenous leaders working within the context of Indigenous business, governance, and leadership. This program weaves Indigenous worldviews with business theory and skills to provide you with the tools to create economically sustainable communities.

: part-time online program that combines theory and application to provide core business skills to working professionals. This program offers a pathway into our full-time or part-time MBA.

: 16-month full-time program for early to mid-career individuals with an aptitude for quantitative finance. This program equips students with the tools to manage risk and investments in a rapidly changing world.


Registration for the event is free, but space is limited. Reserve your spot today! For inquiries or more information, please contact [email protected].



Agenda

🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Registration Opens & One-on-One Application Pre-Assessments
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Welcome
🕑: 10:10 AM - 10:20 AM
Program Overview
🕑: 10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Career Development Seminar
🕑: 10:50 AM - 11:00 AM
Restroom & Coffee Break
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
MBA Mini Class on Amazon with Leyland Pitt
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:20 PM
Lunch & Networking
🕑: 12:20 PM - 01:10 PM
Alumni Panel and Q&A
🕑: 01:10 PM - 01:20 PM
Transition Time
🕑: 01:20 PM - 01:55 PM
Recruitment & Admissions Info Session
🕑: 01:55 PM - 02:00 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Networking Session
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

500 Granville St, 500 Granville Street, Vancouver, Canada

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