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Toronto to Host Prestigious Transatlantic Symposium on Sustainability in Higher Education

Ottawa, Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - International Business University Brings Global Experts Together for High-Impact Discussions on Sustainability in Business Education TORONTO, June 25, 2025 /CNW/ - A major global conversation on sustainability in business education is coming to To..

IBU Makes Meaningful Connections During Trip to India

Ottawa, Friday, April 25, 2025 - During its 10-day tour of India, IBU’s leadership, led by President and Vice-Chancellor Asima Vezina, focused on building meaningful relationships with key stakeholders in the education sector. The delegation visited cities including Hyderabad, Ludhi..

IBU’s 10-Day Trip to India Concludes

Toronto, Friday, April 25, 2025 - International Business University (IBU) recently concluded a 10-day visit to India, during which its leadership team engaged with top recruiters, industry leaders, government officials, and academic institutions. The tour included stops in Hyderabad,..

MP Terry Sheehan Presents King Charles III Coronation Medal to Dr. Asima Vezina for Advancing Reconciliation and Strengthening Indigenous Relations

Toronto, Thursday, April 24, 2025 - Toronto, ON — In a distinguished recognition of her transformative leadership and unwavering commitment to community, Dr. Asima Vezina, President and Vice Chancellor of International Business University, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronati..

International Business University Appoints Dr. Asima Vezina as Next President and Vice Chancellor

Toronto, Friday, February 7, 2025 - TORONTO, Feb. 7, 2025 /CNW/ - International Business University (IBU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Asima Vezina as its next President and Vice Chancellor, effective March 1, 2025. A dynamic leader with over two decades of experience ..

IBU Launches Bloomberg Finance Lab: Empowering Students with Real-Time Data and Analytics

Toronto, Friday, December 13, 2024 - International Business University is proud to announce the launch of its Bloomberg Finance Lab, marking a significant step in its ongoing commitment to providing students with industry-leading resources and innovative learning experiences...

International Business University Unveils Future Talent Research Institute to Power Ontario’s Workforce and Shape Canada’s Economic Future

Toronto, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 - International Business University (IBU) is proud to announce the launch of its Future Talent Research Institute, a groundbreaking initiative designed to study and meet the rapidly-evolving demands of Ontario’s workforce and contribute to Canada’s bro..

Partnership with SpacesShared

Toronto, Monday, April 22, 2024 - As we embark on this journey with SpacesShared, we invite individuals interested in becoming hosts or seeking further information to visit www.spacesshared.ca or reach out to our institutional contact. IBU and SpacesShared also invite those interest..

ILAC Signs New Pathway Agreement with International Business University (IBU)

Toronto, Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - ILAC has signed a new pathway agreement with International Business University (IBU) in Toronto. IBU is Ontario’s first independent not-for-profit university that offers undergraduate and graduate academic and professional degree programs that can be..

Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders: International Business University’s of Toronto’s New Sustainability Center

Toronto, Wednesday, February 1, 2023 - The International Business University of Toronto (IBU) based in Toronto is excited to announce the launch of its Center for Sustainable Business, which will foster research and knowledge-sharing on ethical sustainable business practices. In suppor..

Centennial College and International Business University sign MOU to open pathways to students

Toronto, Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - Ontario’s oldest college and newest university have forged a partnership that provides students with an opportunity to combine a college diploma and a university degree...

Diversity and Humanity Grants available for University Learners of Diverse Backgrounds

Toronto, Friday, November 11, 2022 - International Business University (IBU) is making education more accessible for diverse learners who have faced challenges with courage and conviction. To serve these learners, IBU’s Board is adding two new Presidents Grants to the school’s robust su..

Joanne’s feature interview in Authority Magazine – January 2022

Preparing For The Future Of Work: Joanne Shoveller of IBU On The Top Five Trends To Watch In The Future Of Work

Toronto, Sunday, January 23, 2022 - An Interview with Phil La Duke..

An Independent, Not-For-Profit University in Ontario is opening its doors this January

Toronto, Monday, November 29, 2021 - IBU was created by Tim McTiernan, the Founding President and Vice-Chancellor, and a board of leaders from other institutions in Canada’s educational landscape...

Fall Open House Nov 17th 2021

Toronto, Wednesday, November 17, 2021

When One Door Opens: IBU To Host Virtual Live Open House for First Post-COVID Career Month.

Toronto, Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - Business is one of the highest paying sectors in Canada’s recovery; IBU is opening doors for a diverse pipeline of professionals to take their rightful place...

A New Path Forward: Ontario’s First Independent, Not-For-Profit University Opens the Doors for Their January Term.

Toronto, Tuesday, October 12, 2021 - A new Toronto higher education institution offers students and employers a path to life-long learning and post-pandemic connection...

International Business University Appoints Dr. Feridun Hamdullahpur as Chancellor

Toronto, Friday, September 3, 2021 - International Business University (IBU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Feridun Hamdullahpur as Chancellor Feridun Hamdullahpur has been an engineer, educator and leader over the span of his more than 35 year career in research and h..

International Business University Appoints Joanne Shoveller as New President

Toronto, Thursday, August 19, 2021 - With an international 30+ year career in post-secondary education administration, Joanne Shoveller will lead as IBU’s President and Vice-Chancellor effective January 1, 2022. TORONTO – AUGUST 19, 2021: International Business University (IBU) is p..