Accelerated MBA Podcast
Want to learn more about your best option for completing an MBA while continuing your career? This podcast takes an inside look at Ivey Business School’s Accelerated MBA program and how it positions individuals to continue the career track they are on and be ready for their next promotion. Join us as we engage with a wide range of individuals who have been involved with the success of the Accelerated MBA program to date, including - Alumni, Faculty, Staff, and Current Students.
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Case Study Methodology with Dean Julian Birkinshaw
Join J.D. Clarke, Executive Director of Recruitment and Admissions, and Dean Julian Birkinshaw for an engaging discussion on the case study methodology—a hallmark of Ivey’s approach to business education. Explore how this immersive, experiential learning method sharpens decision-making, fosters collaboration, and bridges the gap between knowledge and application. With insights into the future of case-based learning in an AI-driven world, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about redefining leadership and learning.
In Conversation with Dr. Lucas Monzani
Lucas is the faculty member responsible for the Accelerated MBA international study trip and has joined us today to provide some insight into what the study trip is all about, how the trip works with the Accelerated MBA curriculum – specifically the Global Business focus, but also how the trip incorporates aspects of Leadership Essentials and Innovation and Disruption.
In Conversation with Tessa Weidner - Associate Director, EdTech Lab
Tessa joins us to talk about the online learning platform used for the Accelerated MBA and how it all works. As a graduate of both the Ivey HBA and MBA programs Tessa is in a unique position to apply her intimate knowledge of the Ivey case method learning environment to the development of the Accelerated MBA’s learning modules.
In Conversation with Kanina Blanchard, Ivey Accelerated MBA Faculty
Kanina Blanchard instructs the Impact and Influence class in Ivey’s Accelerated MBA program and has extensive experience working in international business, the public service, non-profit, and consulting. Having lived and worked globally, she is recognized for her ability to adapt, lead teams and projects, and navigate complexities across various sectors, geographies, and cultures. With expertise in the areas of organizational and communication challenges as well as issues, crisis and change management, her greatest passion is in the area of leadership development, education, and coaching.
In Conversation with Milena Mednikov MBA class of 2022
Milena is the Chief of Staff for the CEO of McCain Foods and works alongside the Global CEO and Senior Leadership team to develop, structure, and implement key strategic initiatives across 160 countries. In this episode Milena talks about her work, formative international experiences during her undergraduate studies, why she selected Ivey Business School for her MBA, and provides insight into the while-you-work experience.