Schulich Mini-MBA for Indigenous Leaders

Supercharge your career with the best need-to-know topics from the award-winning MBA by Canada’s top-ranked business school. Back for its third year, CCIB and Schulich ExecEd are proud to continue their partnership on the Schulich Mini-MBA for Indigenous Leaders. Founders, owners, and other Indigenous professionals within CCIB’s vibrant membership network looking to expand their leadership will gain highly applicable and relevant business skills taught in Canada’s leading MBA program.

Rooted in the lived experiences of both the business and Indigenous communities, the CCIB cohort within the Schulich Mini-MBA offers a powerful blend of academic excellence and real-world relevance. This first-of-its-kind initiative combines Schulich ExecEd’s award-winning professional development with CCIB’s mission to foster Indigenous business excellence.

Participants will explore core Mini-MBA content while engaging in:

Graduates will earn the official Schulich Mini-MBA Certificate and benefit from ongoing support through CCIB’s coaching programs.

A Specialized Cohort Experience: The CCIB cohort of Indigenous leaders will run as a unique sub cohort within the general Schulich Mini-MBA program. As part of a dedicated CCIB sub-cohort, you’ll enjoy a tailored learning experience while also engaging with peers from diverse sectors and communities—enriching your perspective and expanding your network.

CCIB and Schulich ExecEd are committed to ensuring that our specialized cohort benefits from several unique program features tailored for you:

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION: PROGRAM PRE-REQUISITES: To participate in the Mini-MBA for Indigenous Leaders, all applicants must meet the following mandatory prerequisites:

Please ensure you meet all of the above qualifications prior to registering for the program. Failure to meet these requirements will result in your registration being withdrawn.

This program is more than a credential—it’s a transformative experience designed to empower Indigenous leaders with the tools, confidence, and community to thrive. Enrol in the CCIB x Schulich Mini-MBA today.

Thank you to our sponsors for the support in helping make this program accessible to Indigenous leaders and entrepreneurs:

Develop your business acumen and set a versatile foundation for your leadership journey.

Perfect for managers or non-business professionals looking to perform their current role better and expand their business acumen.

An excellent program for startup leaders who need to learn the business and people-oriented skills that are crucial to growing their company.

This program packs rich learnings into a flexible, manageable timeframe. Attend three, 3-day modules over two months. Between modules, engage at your own pace with online material, videos and readings.

Get a unique business education directly related to your professional career. This program covers core MBA topics, from finance and marketing to strategy and business analysis.

Train with top-rated Schulich MBA and EMBA instructors that are consistently ranked among the world’s best.

Apply your newly acquired skills to an engaging Capstone project, modelled after the renowned Schulich Strategy Field Study. Get feedback from business experts.

Connect with and learn from peers and leaders across a wide range of sectors, industries and professions.

Schulich ExecEd students gain the confidence, skills and perspective to attain better roles, launch new ventures and lead their teams to new heights.