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The MBA That Empowers
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Specialized Coursework

Our specialized coursework and electives at SFU Beedie embody our commitment to developing innovative and socially responsible leaders with a global perspective. From Analytics and Digital Transformation to Innovation and Value Creation to Financial Analysis, each area of focus equips students to excel in today's dynamic business landscape. Stand-alone electives in project management and negotiations further enrich our MBA experience, enabling students to customize their journey according to their career aspirations while upholding our core values of Diversity, Action, Research, and Engagement with Purpose (DARE).

Specialized coursework options depend on several important factors. Course offerings are subject to sufficient student interest, as each course requires a minimum enrolment threshold to ensure a rich and immersive learning experience. Specific offerings may vary based on student demand and other essential considerations.

ANALYTICS & DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Step into the forefront of business evolution with our Analytics & Digital Transformation specialized coursework. Here, you'll master advanced analytics, empowering you to make strategic decisions that elevate organizational performance and refine marketing strategies to deepen customer engagement. Through cutting-edge data science, you'll tackle intricate challenges and drive data-driven decision-making forward. Harness the power of AI to automate operations, create bespoke consumer interactions, and streamline data management for enhanced efficiency. Explore specialized topics that unveil emerging analytics trends, ensuring you can lead confidently in today's dynamic business environment.

FINANCIAL ANALYSIS

Embark on a journey through Financial Analysis essentials, mastering corporate management, valuation concepts, and market efficiency. You'll be able to explore derivatives and learn about options, forwards, swaps, and futures with hands-on exercises. Focusing on asset management principles, bond and stock valuation, and portfolio theory can enhance your investment skills. This specialized coursework equips you with the analytical tools and strategic insights to excel in financial analysis.

INNOVATION & VALUE CREATION

Embark on a transformative journey with our Innovation & Value Creation specialized coursework. Here, you'll uncover the art of sculpting competitive advantage through innovative value chains and platform ecosystems. Craft sustainable practices that seamlessly integrate technology with societal impact, ensuring a path to ethical success. From conceptualization to realization, you'll hone your skills in creating and funding ventures for entrepreneurial triumph. Leverage AI to streamline operations and tailor customer interactions, setting new benchmarks in dynamic markets. Engage in strategic innovation consulting and dive into groundbreaking topics that expand the horizons of business innovation and value creation.

Commitment to the Calls to Action by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission

As a business school, SFU Beedie School of Business is committed to supporting student learning to be in right relations with Indigenous peoples. Part of the core curriculum is learning about the history and aspirations of Indigenous communities to gain a better understanding of how to build respectful partnerships with community and Nations in alignment with their economic development goals and enact economic reconciliation.

I always saw myself working beyond clinical pharmacy. I felt that I could also shine on the business side of healthcare. I knew that with my strong clinical training an MBA would help open more doors and give me the mobility I was looking for in my career.

Morenike Akinyemi, FT MBA

Senior Project Manager, Transformation Delivery

Provincial Health Services Authority

FT MBA: Morenike


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