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Last week, IBU hosted Sovereign 2026 in association with Canurta Therapeutics and Toronto Tech Week.The event convened l...
06/01/2026

Last week, IBU hosted Sovereign 2026 in association with Canurta Therapeutics and Toronto Tech Week.

The event convened leaders across industry, academia, and innovation to explore the intersection of AI, decentralized technologies, human performance, and digital sovereignty, including key conversations on Bitcoin and emerging financial systems.

A central milestone was the announcement of IBU’s Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence program. The program is designed to support industry by developing talent equipped to build and apply AI solutions in real-world contexts, with a strong emphasis on responsible and human-centred implementation.

Sovereign 2026 reinforced the growing need for institutions and industry to work together to translate emerging technologies into practical impact. IBU is committed to advancing that work through applied learning, partnerships, and talent development.

Thank you to our partners, speakers, and participants who contributed to an important and forward-looking dialogue.

IBU was honoured to welcome representatives from the Education Office of the Consulate General of the People’s Republic ...
05/27/2026

IBU was honoured to welcome representatives from the Education Office of the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China for an institutional visit and on-site review this Tuesday.

IBU President and Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Asima Vezina, greeted the delegation and shared the university’s academic vision, innovative learning environment, and strong commitment to student success, research, and international collaboration.

The distinguished delegation from the Education Office of the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China included:

- Ms. Meng Zhang – Education Counsellor, Oversight of the Education Office

- Mr. Wenjin Han – Education Consul, University accreditation, education exchange, and Study in China initiatives

- Ms. Ying Wang – Education Consul Chinese language program promotion and National Scholarship Program

- Mr. Feng Lu – Education Consular Officer, Chinese students studying in Canada

We sincerely thank the delegation for their time, insightful discussions, and meaningful engagement throughout the visit.

Catalyzing the AI paradigm shift at SOVEREIGN 2026.⁠⁠International Business University is unveiling its new MSc in Appli...
05/27/2026

Catalyzing the AI paradigm shift at SOVEREIGN 2026.⁠

International Business University is unveiling its new MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence - a future-focused graduate program for professionals who want to sit at the centre of the next AI wave and turn cutting-edge innovation into real-world impact across industries. Designed together with industry to blend advanced technical skills with applied learning so graduates can drive the AI-driven transformation that industry needs.⁠

As a cornerstone of IBU’s growing ecosystem, the MSc in Applied AI allows you to step inside the paradigm: work on real-world projects, collaborate with industry partners, and build the validated skills and expertise needed to thrive.⁠

Ready to help define the next era of AI? Join the inaugural cohort launching at SOVEREIGN 2026.⁠

Learn more: https://ibu.ca/msc-in-applied-artificial-intelligence/⁠

We were delighted to welcome a distinguished delegation from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) ...
05/26/2026

We were delighted to welcome a distinguished delegation from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) to IBU this week.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, strengthen international connections, and explore future collaboration opportunities in higher education, innovation, and student development.

During their time at IBU, President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Asima Vezina welcomed the delegation, guided them through the campus, and led discussions on potential academic partnerships, global engagement initiatives, and industry-driven education.

The HKUST delegation included:

- Dr. Ricky Shi-Wei LEE, Vice President (Research)

- Dr. Zhenglong GU, Professor of Thrust of Bioscience and Biomedical Engineering

- Dr. Qixing JI, Assistant Professor of Thrust of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences

- Dr. Yi-Lung Kuo, Senior Lecturer, Pillar of Cognitive Sciences

- Ms. Aimee Tianzhou Jincan, Officer of European-African Regions

We sincerely thank the HKUST delegation for visiting IBU and look forward to the exciting possibilities ahead through future collaboration and shared innovation.

A Deep Dive into the IBU Investing ChallengeAt Sovereign 2026, join Professor Supinder Babra and Elijah Gutman, AI Strat...
05/26/2026

A Deep Dive into the IBU Investing Challenge

At Sovereign 2026, join Professor Supinder Babra and Elijah Gutman, AI Strategist & Head of Product at Umergence AI, for a forward‑looking session on sovereign thinking, AI and emerging technologies in investing.

They will explore how responsible capital, AI‑driven strategy and a long‑term mindset are reshaping how the next generation approaches markets.

The session will also feature the presentation of prizes to the winning students from the IBU Student Investor Competition, recognizing the top performers across four weeks of live trading.

Final winners will be announced live at Sovereign 2026

Stay Tuned!

We are excited to celebrate Week 4 winner Dania Noemi Soto Serrano in the IBU Investing Challenge.This week, students we...
05/25/2026

We are excited to celebrate Week 4 winner Dania Noemi Soto Serrano in the IBU Investing Challenge.

This week, students were required to trade in options, while still having the ability to stay active in equities, cryptocurrency and foreign exchange.

Dania rose to the challenge, navigating options with discipline and using the full toolkit of asset classes to stay ahead of the pack.

Next up is Open Trading Week, with the overall winner to be announced in person on May 28 at Sovereign 2026.

We are inviting all student traders to join us, share their experiences in a fireside chat with industry guests and reflect on what they have learned from live markets.







05/25/2026

Recently, IBU hosted a landmark event introducing The IBU Signal, a new initiative designed to create a new standard for job-ready graduates through ongoing conversations with employers across Ontario.

This exciting launch brought together educators, industry leaders, partners, and students to explore the future of skills-based education, workforce readiness, and validated capabilities beyond traditional credentials.

Built with employers, for employers, The IBU Signal helps organizations better understand what graduates can actually do, not just what credential they hold.

The energy in the room reflected one clear idea: when education is truly skills-based and industry-aligned, employers gain confidence in their hiring decisions, and students gain a fair, transparent way for their real capabilities to be recognized.

A new exciting MoU was signed with SR University, India, a NAAC A+ accredited institution recognized among India’s Top 1...
05/22/2026

A new exciting MoU was signed with SR University, India, a NAAC A+ accredited institution recognized among India’s Top 100 universities in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).

SR University has rapidly emerged as one of India’s leading young institutions, earning recognition for its academic excellence, innovation, and global outlook.

The university has gained recognition in areas such as Computer Science and Engineering, sustainability, and societal impact, and is notably the first private university in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to receive ICAR accreditation for Agriculture, reinforcing its commitment to multidisciplinary excellence and future-focused education.

This collaboration marks an important milestone in advancing Transnational Education (TNE) through student mobility pathways, international exposure, and joint academic initiatives between the two institutions.

We look forward to building a strong and impactful partnership with SR University, fostering globally relevant learning experiences for students across India and Canada.

We are excited to announce a new partnership between IBU and Kibbi Technologies aimed at enhancing career development, e...
05/22/2026

We are excited to announce a new partnership between IBU and Kibbi Technologies aimed at enhancing career development, employer engagement, and experiential learning opportunities for IBU students.

IBU is preparing to launch the new IBU Careers Platform, a centralized space designed to support students in their career journey.

Through this collaboration, IBU students will gain access to expanded career tools, employer connections, talent opportunities, and innovative digital platforms designed to support career readiness in today’s evolving workforce.

This partnership reflects IBU’s ongoing commitment to bridging education with industry and creating meaningful pathways for student success beyond the classroom.

Stay tuned for more details.

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