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Experiential learning

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Business learning at Haskayne doesn’t stop in the classroom. It continues through case competitions, mentorship programs, networking events, work-integrated learning projects and internships that bring academic concepts into real business settings.

At Haskayne, you will have the opportunity to apply what you’re learning to live challenges, collaborate with industry professionals and build confidence navigating complex, real-world situations. Just as importantly, these opportunities will help you develop your professional identity while expanding your network across peers, alumni and employers.

Students celebrate in the RBC First Pitch Case Competition

Case Competitions

Put your business knowledge into practice by solving real business problems under pressure. Whether competing locally or internationally, you'll strengthen your analytical thinking, presentation skills and teamwork while receiving feedback from industry leaders.

Available to: BComm, MMgmt, MFin, MBA, Executive MBA

Propel student Vignesh Vembu, left, and Aubrey Soulliere

Propel Business Project

Propel is a project-based learning program that pairs students with non-profits, start-ups, small businesses and social enterprises through paid micro-internships. Tackle meaningful business challenges while gaining practical consulting experience.

Available to: BComm, MMgmt, MBA

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BMO Mentorship Program

Through one-on-one mentorship from experienced business leaders, you'll receive personalized advice, expand your professional network and gain valuable insight into navigating your career after graduation.

Available to: BComm (Second year +), MMgmt, MFin, MBA, Executive MBA

Leadership Expedition participants pose for a group photo with a spectacular mountain backdrop.

Leadership development

Through immersive programming and direct engagement with industry and faculty leaders, you’ll strengthen your ability to lead teams, navigate uncertainty and make values-based decisions.

Available to*: BComm, MBA, Executive MBA

^{* Eligibility varies by program. Refer to each opportunity for details.}

Speakers and facilitators at a CDL-Rockies event

Startup commercialization

Creative Destruction Lab – Rockies (CDL-Rockies) accelerates the commercialization of science-and-tech-based startups. Work directly with these ventures and learn from the industry-leading mentors and the larger start-up community.

Available to: MBA, Executive MBA

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International opportunities

Learning abroad is an experience of a lifetime. When you study in another country, you will meet other students, experience a different culture and gain insight to how business is conducted. International exchanges and programs are truly memorable experiences that help you grow and give you the opportunity to explore a new country and its culture.

Available to: BComm, MBA

Experience	BComm	MMgmt	MFin	MBA	EMBA
Case competitions	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Propel	✓	✓		✓
Real Deal	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Internships and work-integrated learning	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Startup Commercialization (CDL-Rockies)				✓	✓
International experiences (BComm & MBA)	✓			✓	✓
Entrepreneurship and innovation experiences	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Social impact and purpose-driven business	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
BMO Mentorship program	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Jarislowsky Dinner & Discussion (Leadership development)				✓	✓
Haskayne Leadership Expedition (Leadership development)	✓
Haskayne Wilderness Retreat (Leadership development)	✓			✓
Real Estate Studies (Real estate leadership)	✓			✓
Future of Real Estate Events	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓

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