Welcome to Your JD/MBA Ineō Orientation
International JD/MBA students must attend the Program Orientation session (September 2nd), New to Canada Orientation (September 3rd), Ineō Orientation (September 8th and 9th).
Ineō Orientation is mandatory for all incoming students. Depending on your program (ie. MBA, MMKG, Domestic/International) different dates and sessions apply for you. Please take careful note below. Dress code is included in schedules.
NOTE: Continue to check your online schedule for room location and additional details. Sessions on Sept. 3 are designed specifically for international students and students who have recently moved to Canada. Please note, your orientation schedule may be subject to change.
| Wednesday, September 2
Dress Code – Business |
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| 4:30 – 6:30 PM ET | JD/MBA Orientation
In-Person Location: Osgoode Hall Law School, Room TBD |
| 6:30 – 9:30 PM ET | Welcome Social
Hosted by the JD/MBA Students’ Association (JMSA) |
| NEW TO CANADA
Thursday, September 3 Dress Code – Business Casual |
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| 8:30 – 9:00 AM ET | Registration
In-Person Location: North Entrance in the Seymour Schulich Building (SSB) Check-in at the registration table and receive your name badge! |
| 9:00AM – 3:00 PM ET | Orientation Sessions & Community Fair
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| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET | Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
In-Person Location: SSB, Rooms E113 & E114 Registration is required. For full details and to book your SIN appointment, please click here.
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| 3:30 – 4:30 PM ET | GBC Campus Tour |
| Tuesday, September 8
Dress Code – Business |
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| 5:30 – 6:00 PM ET | Dean’s Welcome
In-Person Location: Private Dining Room Detlev Zwick, Dean, Schulich School of Business, Tanna H. Schulich Chair in Digital Marketing |
| 6:00 – 6:30 PM ET | Alumni Panel
In-Person Location: Private Dining Room The Alumni Panel discussion presents a valuable opportunity to participate in a captivating conversation with a group of graduates. Throughout the session, these alumni share their diverse stories, including their academic journeys, experiences on campus, and reflections since graduation. Moderated by: Mike Valente, Associate Professor of Business and Sustainability; Director, MBA Program; Area Coordinator, Sustainability
Panelists: Maame Fokuo Achanfuo-Yeboah (Tech MBA ’25), Project Management & Functional Consulting, Oracle HCM, Deloitte
Batool Nawab (MBA ’21), Director, Corporate Sustainability, Aviso
Carl De Souza, MBA ‘02 Senior Vice President and Sector Lead, North American Financial Institution Ratings, Morningstar DBRS |
| 6:30 – 8:00 PM ET | Dean’s Networking Reception
In-Person Location: CIBC Marketplace in SSB Connect with other students, faculty and staff at the evening reception. Enjoy refreshments as you build your graduate network. |
| Wednesday, September 9
Dress Code – Casual Comfortable (ie. Schulich T-shirt from Welcome Package, Pants/Shorts, and Running Shoes) |
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| 1:30 – 2:50 PM ET | Graduate Club Fair
In-Person Location: CIBC Marketplace in SSB |
| 3:15 – 4:45 PM ET | Culture of Integrity – Experiential Engagement Session
In-Person Location: Second Student Centre (Please note, this is not in the Schulich building) Make your way to the second floor and grab a seat! Click here or scan the QR Code for the map to the Second Student Centre:
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| 5:00 – 6:30 PM ET | Centre for Career Design (CCD)
CCD Overview In-Person Location: Executive Dining Room |
Learning Outcomes Quick Guide:
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Supports a sense of capability and provides students with information to be successful academically.
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Supports a sense of connectedness and provides opportunities for students to build social networks.
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Supports a sense of purpose and encourages goal-setting.
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Supports a sense of resourcefulness and provides resources and the development of interpersonal skills to build confidence.
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Supports a sense of culture to instill pride and commitment to the school.
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