Asper School of Business

Opportunities for Indigenous master's students

The Asper School of Business is committed to partnering with Indigenous students who are interested in pursuing graduate-level studies or research at the Stu Clark Graduate School. Since 1994, Asper's Indigenous Business Education Partners continue to offer services and an academic community for Indigenous students in pursuit of a business degree, with over 190 alumni now making their mark on the world. A graduate degree at the Asper School of Business will allow you to bring positive change to your communities.

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  • Funding for Indigenous students
    The Stu Clark Graduate School offers fellowships for Indigenous students taking an MBA, Master of Finance, Master of Supply Chain, MSc, or PhD program. 

  • Financial assistance
    There are also a range of other supports and scholarships to help alleviate the financial barriers the programs may present. 

  • Supportive and diverse community
    Among our faculty members you will find supportive professors who are committed to your success through your graduate research program. Many of our professors are current and former members of our Committee for Indigenous Business Scholarship. 

Upcoming info sessions

Info sessions

Join one of our virtual info sessions for all potential applicants to learn more about the Stu Clark Graduate School's programs, receive application support, and chat with our recruitment representative.

Sessions are available for the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Finance, and Master of Supply Chain Management and Logistics programs.


Register

Fellowships for Indigenous master's students

Fellowships


Five fellowships will be offered to self-funded Indigenous graduate students who are also members of the Indigenous Business Education Partners (IBEP).

  • Three MBA fellowships of $15,000.
  • One Master of Finance fellowship of $15,000.
  • One Master of Supply Chain Management and Logistics fellowship of $15,000.
  • Master of Science in Management (MSc) students are eligible up to $20,000 per year for the first two years of study.
  • Management (PhD) students are eligible for up to $40,000 per year for the first four years.

Which program is right for me?

Admission requirements

Indigenous Business Education Partners

At the Asper School of Business, Indigenous Business Education Partners offers a welcoming community as you explore your leadership potential in the world of business. IBEP members can receive tutoring, mentoring, financial aid and more.

  • Apply to the IBEP program

    To apply to be a member of IBEP, fill out the application form and email, mail, or drop off your application to:

    Indigenous Business Education Partners
    Room 374, Drake Centre
    181 Freedman Crescent
    University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
    Winnipeg, MB R3T 5V4 Canada

    Email: ibep@umanitoba.ca  
    Tel: 204-474-7401
    Fax: 204-474-7544

    Download application form (PDF)

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Contact us

  • Stu Clark Graduate School 

    Asper School of Business
    Room 501, Drake Centre
    181 Freedman Crescent
    University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
    Winnipeg, MB R3T 5V4 Canada

    Phone: 204-474-9847
    Email: AsperGradRecruit@umanitoba.ca

    Monday to Friday
    8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (CT)

  • Admission and application inquiries

    Faculty of Graduate Studies
    Room 500 UMSU University Centre
    65 Chancellors Circle
    University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
    Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

    graduate.admissions@umanitoba.ca
    Phone: 204-474-9377
    Fax: 204-474-7553

    Monday to Friday
    8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (CT)

  • Indigenous Business Education Partners

    Room 374 Drake Centre
    181 Freedman Crescent
    University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
    Winnipeg, MB R3T 5V4 Canada

    ibep@umanitoba.ca
    Phone: 204-474-7401

    Monday to Friday
    8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (CT)