Programs Offered
Program Rankings
MBA
Student Perspective
Mixed
Career services are helpful and provide good networking opportunities, especially within the Niagara region. However, landing highly competitive roles in major financial centres might require extra effort and external networking.
Brock's Goodman School of Business has a generally collaborative atmosphere, with students often working in teams. However, it can sometimes feel competitive, particularly for sought-after internships.
- +Strong co-op program, providing valuable work experience.
- +Relatively smaller class sizes allow for more personalized attention from professors.
- +Location in the Niagara region offers a unique lifestyle and cost of living benefits compared to larger cities.
- -Limited name recognition compared to some larger Canadian business schools.
- -Fewer on-campus recruitment opportunities from top-tier companies outside of the Niagara/Southern Ontario region.
School Culture
Goodman School of Business aims to foster a collaborative and supportive community where students can develop their leadership skills and build lasting relationships. The school focuses on experiential learning, case competitions, and networking events to provide students with a practical and well-rounded business education.
Career Services
Goodman's Career Education team provides career coaching, resume and cover letter workshops, mock interviews, and networking opportunities. They work closely with employers to facilitate recruitment events and connect students with internship and job opportunities.
Campus
The Goodman School of Business is located on Brock University's main campus in St. Catharines. The campus provides a supportive learning environment with modern facilities and technology to enhance the student experience. The school offers a dedicated graduate business student space with study areas and collaborative spaces.
Notable Alumni
- -Kyle Dubas - President of Hockey Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins
- -Marc-Etienne Leblanc - CFO of various international firms
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Student Reviews Summary
The Goodman School of Business is distinguished by its strong accounting and co-op programs which provide students with significant professional experience. It offers a tight-knit community feel within a mid-sized university setting.