SAIT’s School of Business ranks #2 in Canada on a global list — here’s what sets us apart
We’re on the same list as notable universities for a reason
It’s one of Canada’s most well-kept secrets, but shouldn’t be: SAIT’s School of Business is one of the best there is.
The school has ranked #53 on CEOWORLD Magazine’s Best Business Schools in the World for 2025 and is one of just 10 Canadian schools to make the list, positioned between University of Toronto at #52 and McGill at #80. This is SAIT’s fifth consecutive year of recognition.
To compile the list, CEOWORLD Magazine surveyed 250,000 business executives, graduates, global business influencers, industry professionals, business school academics, employers and recruiters in 176 countries and territories. Rankings were based on seven primary metrics of quality and reputation, including academic reputation, tuition and fees, and job placement rates.
To be named amongst greats like Harvard (#4), Stanford (#5) and Cambridge (#13) is no small feat and speaks to the quality of SAIT’s business programming.
“Our goal will always be to deliver the best outcome for students — to instill in them the confidence to succeed in industry and the experience to make it happen,” says Rose Campbell, Dean, School of Business.
“This global recognition is a testament to our industry-informed curriculum, esteemed instructors, work-integrated pathways and ability to stay agile and innovative.”
Let’s get into each of the elements earning SAIT worldwide accolades.
Work-integrated learning
Capstone projects, work placements, internships: these are all forms of work-integrated learning, where students engage directly with industry to gain valuable real-world experience as part of their SAIT education. Whether exploring marketing strategies with a local brewery or researching customer relationship management systems for a bakery, work-integrated learning allows students to see theory in action and practice skills they’ll need to thrive in their careers.
Consider this the secret sauce of our business programming — it gives students the confidence, experience and often, connections, to land a job after graduation.
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When it comes to education, one size does not fit all. Whether you’re looking to level up in a year’s time or earn a degree in four, SAIT’s School of Business offers flexible learning pathways.
Mid-career and ready to upskill? Take your dreams of business ownership to the next level with a one-year Business and Entrepreneurship certificate, or develop a strategic mindset for our interconnected world with the new International Business Management post-diploma certificate.
Whether you’re fresh out of high school or ready to switch careers, a two-year diploma could be the right fit. Choose from a variety of two-year programs including Legal Assistant, Library Information Technology and Journalism.
If considering one of our many Business Administration programs, specialize in areas such as accounting, financial services, supply management, marketing, management or human resources with a two-year diploma, or take your learning further with a four-year degree.
💡 Fun fact: SAIT’s new Bachelor of Business Administration – Financial Technology and Innovation program was developed with more than 40 industry consultants, from start-ups to big banks.
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At SAIT, students can take comfort in knowing their instructors have lived what they teach. Experts in their field, faculty members come to the school from industry, offering learners the inside scoop and life experience to refine the skills employers want — now and in the future.
Instructor and SAIT alumnus Sanoop Sadique is one such expert, teaching first-year business students the fundamentals of technology and marketing, and sharing knowledge from his three degrees and many years of industry experience.
Additionally, every program at SAIT is developed in partnership with industry players. Advisory committee members provide valuable insight into sector trends and opportunities, ensuring program curriculums remain on point and cutting-edge. In the School of Business, program advisory committee members include Sun Life Financial, Fluor, CIBC, Parkland Corporation and WestJet.
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Outside of the classroom, business students can grow their skillset and social circle by joining one of SAIT’s many student-led, business-adjacent clubs.
Enactus SAIT is a chapter of a global non-profit network of students and partners who create sustainable community development projects that address social, economic and environmental issues. As co-presidents of the club, business students Neha Kawa and Pavneet Cheema led the club’s involvement in projects such as Case Clash, helping high school students create and present solutions for small businesses, and Upskill, assisting those in financially vulnerable situations and addictions recovery.
In addition to Enactus, business students can check out SAIT clubs specializing in accounting, supply chain management, women in business, legal assisting, management, human resources and finance.
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In a global economy, it’s important to understand how business unfolds in all corners of the world. SAIT’s Study Abroad program offers learners a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore other cultures, give back through community service and enrich their post-secondary education.
Bachelor of Business Administration students Terdoo Azenda and Xavier Fahey-Dumas travelled across the world on an adventure that would take them from the Kenyan capital Nairobi to small village communities, lush green gardens and local homes in Kisii County — all to help connect crucial eye care with locals in need. The students conducted research and assessments on Operation Eyesight Universal partner operations and made recommendations to make them more successful.
Business students Farrah Hart and Andres-Daniel Torres-Ferrerosa joined students from other programs for a three-week exchange in Singapore. Between lectures on data analytics and financial products, they participated in guided excursions to bustling Chinatown, stood suspended in a grove of the city’s iconic Supertrees and feasted on freshly-fired meat skewers in downtown’s open-air Satay Street.
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See yourself in Singapore: Highlights from a short-term student exchange
Where in the world will SAIT Study Abroad take you?Grads get hired
Every year, we survey new SAIT alumni to determine employment rates, salaries and satisfaction. In our latest survey, 91% of recent School of Business graduates were employed and 93% would recommend SAIT. We love to hear it. 🎉
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