Ivey MBA Talk – International Applicant Tips and Tricks
Tune in to hear the latest application advice and tips for our international applicants on topics from English Proficiency test, when best to apply and the new GMAT waiver opportunity.

Tune in to hear the latest application advice and tips for our international applicants on topics from English Proficiency test, when best to apply and the new GMAT waiver opportunity.
Tune in to hear Mary Townshend, Senior Associate Student Financial Administration share available financial resources as well as best practices and advice for financing your Ivey MBA.
Ivey MBA Class of 2023 students Mateo Balmes, Rachel Huang and Yzah Maclintal , share perspectives on their international experience, which include exchanges in Spain, Singapore and Brazil. Hear from each of them on their own personal experiences and takeaways on taking part in this exciting learning opportunity.
Lindsay Lippmann, Director, MBA Recruitment and Admissions is joined by Mindy Studnicka who is the Director, MBA Program Services at Ivey. Tune in to hear Mindy share what to expect in the program, how to manage the workload and some sound advice on navigating the one-year and to make the most of it.
Lindsay Lippmann, Director, MBA Recruitment and Admissions, has an engaging conversation with colleagues in the Ivey MBA Career Management team – Manager MBA Career Advising Robyn MacDougall and Director, Career Management Coaching and Programming Jenn Baytor. This informative discussion talks about all things Career Management from how to make the most of the recruiting experience, debunking myths around careers and a one-year program and finally, advice for those considering our program....
Tune into this quick yet highly informative podcast episode where Lindsay Lippmann, Director, MBA Recruitment and Admissions speaks with J.D. Clarke, Executive Director, Recruitment and Admissions. J.D. is considered an Admissions Guru so we’re lucky to have him join us to share his advice for buying an MBA and putting forward a competitive application.
If you are an applicant who was unsuccessful with your admission into our program, but are interested in submitting a future application, this is a helpful resource sharing information on potential deny reasons, re-application process, timing and overall advice.
What does rolling admissions means? When is it best to apply to increase the chances of offer and scholarship? These questions and more are discussed during this podcast episode.
For our global MBA candidates, we encourage you to tune into this episode to learn how best to prepare for your MBA in Canada, including admission timing, immigration and overall considerations.
Before you click submit, you’ll want to listen to Part 2 of our Ivey MBA Application Advice podcast. This episode focuses on academic capability including GMAT/GRE, Professional Designations and your GPA. We’ll also break down the scholarship section and what happens after you submit your application. 0:00 – Introduction + GPA | 6:05 – GMAT/GRE + Professional Designations | 9:23 – Applying for a GMAT/GRE Waiver | 15:20 – Scholarship Section | 22:05 – What Happens After Submitting + Wrap Up...
Working on your FT MBA application with us? If so, this is a podcast you don’t want to miss! Part One focuses on advice on how to capture your leadership experience, selection of professional references and answering those video Kira questions! 0:00 – Introduction + Leadership Potential | 5:30 – Resume/CV + Extra Curriculars/Volunteer + International Experience | 10:31 – Professional References | 18:42 – Written Essays | 24:18 – Kira Video Questions + Wrap Up
Ivey MBA Class of 2023 students Mannat Kaur, Jennifer Kim and Michael Rychlewski share their experience from the International Study Trips – Portugal, Silicon Valley and Costa Rica. Hear why they found the trip so rewarding and some of their favourite activities while abroad.
In this podcast, our Allyship Director and dad of two, Arsallan Butt, discusses how to balance priorities and make the most of your time as both an MBA student and a parent. Joined by three other incredible moms and dads from the Ivey MBA 2023 cohort, these inspiring parents share tips and tricks on how to juggle family and career while also completing an MBA. If you are a parent thinking about completing your MBA, this is an excellent resource for you as you prepare.
Tune into this podcast to hear about joining the Ivey MBA cohort as an international student. Hosted by current MBA student Omoefe Eromosele, our panel will discuss the Ivey differentiators that were important to them throughout the admissions process, what it’s like to make the transition to Canada, and the value of the Ivey MBA community upon arrival.
Tune in to this podcast to hear from Ivey MBA alumni Bie Jaja and Olu Olawale about their experiences moving from Nigeria to Canada to complete their MBA at Ivey. They discuss the highs and lows of the journey, how they made their decision to attend and specific pieces of advice they have for candidates looking to make the same transition. Hear directly from Bie and Olu about the things that made Ivey stand out for them and what their lives in Canada look like after the MBA!
Tune into our recent addition to our MythBusters series, focusing on debunking the myth that a two year program with internship is needed to be successful with a career transition and in general, career success.
This podcast focuses on our recent Ivey MBA alumni, Cristobal Dupuis, MBA ‘22 and Paloma Stuart, MBA ‘21, who share their experience transitioning from Mexico and Peru prior to joining Ivey. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process, the supports in place to make the transition, the Ivey MBA experience as a whole and post MBA career transitions. Learn first hand from alumni who have lived our MBA experience.
Tune in to hear Ivey MBA alumni, Sumbul Ahmed, Nikita Dadlani and Abbhilash Mahesh from India share their own stories and experiences about Ivey. Topics discussed will include; the decision-making process, the supports in place to make the transition, the Ivey MBA experience as a whole and post MBA career transitions. Learn first hand from alumni who have lived the experience.
Aimee Froude, Associate Director for the Full time Admissions Recruiting sits down with South East Asian alum, Angela Espinas and Tung Kha to talk about their experiences in the program, and discuss the key differentiators about the program, which made Ivey the right fit for them! Hope you enjoy the conversation!
This recorded session captures an overview of the Ivey MBA program with recent alumni chiming in, sharing their experience at Ivey including adapting to case methodology, managing their schedule and recruiting along with other helpful insights from their Ivey MBA experience.
Join our MBA Recruiting team as they debunk myths pertaining to MBA Admissions. A key podcast to tune into before you self select yourself out of considering our MBA program. Later in the podcast, recent alumni join to share their experiences, from admission through to graduation and beyond.
J.D. Clarke, and recent Ivey MBA international alumni Urvashi Singh, Stanley Opara and William Nguyen share and debunk the common myths that are mistakenly believed by international applicants.
Tune in to learn more about how the Career Management Career Advising team supports our MBA students and understand more about the recruiting timeline at Ivey.
MBA 2020 graduates Anthony Fusco, Daniel Levin and Anthony Mastrioianni (#inbetween2tonys), share how the Ivey MBA is more than just a degree but a transformative experience with lifelong friendships.
Preparing for your FT MBA at Ivey? Prior to applying, it’s important to understand the options to finance your Ivey MBA. Whether you’re a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or joining Ivey on a Study Visa, this podcast breaks down all things to consider for this important investment.
Many join our MBA program who have partners, spouses and/or children, whether in the city of London with them or abroad. If any of this sounds like your situation, this is a podcast you don’t want to miss! Alumni share their advice on balancing the MBA with their home life and overall reflection on their year at Ivey.