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Why Choose Queen’s Executive Program

Executive Education at Queen’s – Committed to Excellence

A well-earned reputation for excellence

Queen’s School of Business is one of the world’s premier business schools, consistently ranked among the best in the world for executive education.

Unrivalled Experience

Queen’s has been providing executive education for more than 25 years. More than 1,600 organizations from 40 countries have sent managers and executives to our programs.

Beyond the classroom


The exceptional Queen's experience continues outside the classroom.

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The Queen’s Learning Model

At Queen’s, you will experience an action learning approach, using a variety of teaching methods including:

  • Class discussions and seminars
  • Experiential exercises
  • Case studies
  • Simulations
  • Team assignments

Consultants in Residence

This advisory service enables you to discuss your business opportunities and challenges in confidence with Program session leaders.

Executive Level Customer Service

The Program Team will ensure that your executive education experience is nothing short of exceptional. Enjoy the comfort and service of the IACC certified Donald Gordon Conference Centre.

Superior Networking Opportunities

During the program, you may network with your fellow participants, most of whom have at least 10 years of management experience. As an alumnus of the Program, you will have exceptional opportunities to stay connected.

Queen’s By Your Side

QBYS.ca is an exclusive alumni website that provides useful articles and information, as well as the ability to contact session leaders with specific questions after the Program.

The Lifestyle Component of Queen’s Executive Program provides you with information, insights, and strategies for achieving a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Away from the daily challenges of work, you will have the opportunity to reflect on and affirm your personal goals and aspirations while you try new activities, and develop a plan to make time for yourself.

Queen’s Executive Program includes a variety of optional recreational activities, such as: rock climbing, yoga, golf, running and walking groups, racquet and team sports, bike tours, pottery, culinary classes, historical and architectural tours, and seminars on a variety of topics.

Weekend activities include a day trip to Ottawa, our nation's capital, Thousand Islands boat tours, sailing, sport fishing, wine tours, and visits to many other local attractions.

I looked at a lot of programs across the world, and I think the Queen’s program is unique. The content is really well-balanced and worked in a logical sequence. You’re getting the most up-to-date perspectives on strategy, leadership and management.

Hamish Riddell
General Manager, Organizational Change and Development
Sensis Proprietary Ltd.
Melbourne, Australia

Nestled on the northeast shore of Lake Ontario, where it meets the St. Lawrence River, historic Kingston is a thriving community of 140,000, boasting a superb quality of life due to its big-city amenities, waterfront location, and rich natural landscape.

Located within a two-hour drive of Ottawa, Montreal and the Greater Toronto Area, Kingston is known as the fresh-water sailing capital of North America, the gateway to the world-famous Thousand Islands, and the home of historic Fort Henry. Visitors may enjoy scenic boat tours, sport fishing, golf, winery tours, live theatre, and many other recreational and cultural activities.

Over the past 25 years, more than 1,600 organizations from all over the world have sent managers and executives to Queen’s Executive Development Centre programs. Below is a partial list of these organizations.

  • 3M
  • Falconbridge
  • Petro-Canada
  • Bank of Korea
  • France Telecom
  • Pfizer
  • Bank of Montreal
  • Frito-Lay Canada
  • RBC Financial Group
  • BMW
  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • S C Johnson
  • Boeing
  • Government of Canada
  • Shoppers Drug Mart
  • Bombardier
  • IBM
  • Sobeys
  • Canada Post Corporation
  • Kimberly-Clark
  • Sony
  • Canadian Tire
  • KPMG
  • Suncor
  • CIBC
  • Kraft Foods
  • TD Canada Trust
  • Cirque de Soleil
  • London Drugs
  • TELUS
  • Deloitte
  • MasterCard
  • Toyota
  • Deutsche Bank
  • Microsoft
  • Volkswagen
  • Enbridge Pipelines
  • Monsanto
  • Xerox
  • Estee Lauder
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