Haskayne School of Business

As a lifelong learner, Bart Bagrowicz saw the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program at the Haskayne School of Business as a natural fit. Bagrowicz is currently the regional vice president for home financing solutions for B.C. and Yukon at Scotiabank, which has afforded him extensive industry experience. He also holds an MBA, along with a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Asian Studies.

Yet Bagrowicz was still looking to build on his academic background and professional experience while connecting theory with practice — leading him to Haskayne's DBA.

“It offers a unique and complementary opportunity for further academic, and importantly, practical application and development,” he says.

What he did not expect was how humbling the experience would be.

“There is always so much more to learn and consider,” he reflects, adding that this perspective has shaped how he approaches his work, pushing him to think more critically and explore ideas more deeply.

His advice for future DBA students corresponds to this mindset: stay open, stay engaged and take time to reflect. Just as important, he says, is to “celebrate successes, even the small wins, along the way.”

Connecting research with real-world practice is at the core of the DBA program at Haskayne. Learn more about the DBA program here: https://bit.ly/4d5A7YM

The deadline to secure your spot at the 2026 Inspiring Business Leader Award gala is fast approaching.

Join us on June 17 as we celebrate the Hunter family’s legacy of entrepreneurship, innovation and community leadership in Calgary while investing in the future of business leadership.

Registration closes on June 9, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.

Get your tickets while you can: https://bit.ly/4lwVKq6

Don't miss your opportunity to join the Calgary business community at the Inspiring Business Leader Award gala on June 17, 2026 at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre as we celebrate the Hunter family for a legacy of entrepreneurship, innovation and community leadership, and invest in future leaders.

Proceeds from the gala will directly support a scholarship endowment for Haskayne School of Business students, along with student memberships offered through the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

🎟️ Get your tables today — registration closes June 9, 2026: https://bit.ly/48CZuRS

Meet Amanda Bisson, a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) student at the Haskayne School of Business.

Before enrolling in the DBA program at Haskayne, Bisson had a clear vision of what she was looking for: "I was looking for a program to advance my career and academic journey," says Bisson, who also credits the faculty behind her decision to pursue her DBA at Haskayne, pointing to their experience and passion in helping students shift from practitioner to practitioner scholar.

What's surprised her the most since then? The community she has built. Bisson notes her classmates and professors are becoming first readers, reviewers, co‑researchers and future co‑writers. “The DBA process is not a lonely one,” she explains.

Her advice for anyone considering the DBA: go in with an open mind. Bisson encourages future students to accept that their ideas may change and to stay curious. Saying yes to opportunities, she says, has been an important part of her own growth!

Click here learn more about the program: https://bit.ly/4d5A7YM

On most days, Kenan Wipf is thinking one shot ahead. It’s a habit the celebrated curler and current Bachelor of Commerce student at Haskayne has built over years on the ice — reading angles, anticipating outcomes, adjusting for variables most people wouldn’t notice.

Yet for Wipf, the habits that have earned him success in competition don’t switch off when the broom is down. It’s also influenced how he’s shaping his path at Haskayne, and the way he is approaching his future in business

Fresh off earning the Dr. Dennis Kadatz Athlete of the Year award from the University of Calgary Dinos, we sat down with Wipf to explore what happens when “chess on ice” thinking carries into a business career.

Learn more about what he shared: https://bit.ly/4mOlZZU

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Ready for your next career move? Join us May 14 for the MBA Info Happy Hour at the Bank & Baron Pub.

Meet local professionals who share your ambition, connect with Haskayne alumni to learn about their experience in the MBA program and get your questions answered by the admissions team.

With the fall 2026 application deadline approaching June 1, this event is a great opportunity to explore how an MBA can advance your career.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4cXCf7o

This Earth Day, we asked Master of Management (Mmgmt) student Moyin Sanyade to share what the day means to her. 🌎

Moyin brings experience in sustainability from roles at the University of Calgary and beyond. She has dedicated her time to volunteering at climate-related events and is a passionate gardener in her personal life. 🌻 🥕 🐌

Moyin will graduate from the Mmgmt program this winter and hopes to develop practical, community-focused solutions in renewable energy, climate finance and sustainable finance. ♻️