Program Manager

Position : Program Manager

Location : London, ON or Toronto, ON

Position Type : Full‑time, 3‑year Ivey Business School Foundation renewable contract.

Hiring Range : $53,679 - $63,157

Application Deadline : Sunday, January 4th, 2026, at 11 : 59PM.

About Ivey Business School

Ivey Business School acknowledges and respects the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek, Haudenosaunee, Lūnaapéewak, and Attawandaron peoples, where Western University and Ivey Business School are located. This land continues to be home to diverse Indigenous peoples, whom we recognize as contemporary stewards of the land and vital contributors of the community.

Ivey Business School (www.ivey.ca) at Western University (www.uwo.ca) is Canada’s leading provider of real‑world, case‑based business education. Drawing on extensive research and business experience, Ivey’s faculty provides the best classroom experience, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities they need to confidently take on today’s leadership challenges and opportunities through Case‑Method Learning. Ivey offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, as well as Executive Education at campuses in London, Toronto, and Hong Kong.

Ivey Executive Education is Canada's top‑ranked executive education institute. Operating at campuses in London Ontario, Toronto, and Hong Kong, we deliver a full range of future‑oriented, practical learning experiences for teams and individuals globally. We work with organizations across all sectors to develop executives, build leadership capacity, and drive impactful change on Critical Issues. Our growing team welcomes driven, collaborative individuals from diverse backgrounds who are eager to help lead the future of management education. Apply now to join the Ivey Executive Education team and become a vital part of Canada's leading business school.

Position Overview

The Program Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of a wide range of programmatic, operational and administrative activities related to the preparation and execution (virtual, on‑line, synchronous and asynchronous, and in‑person) of executive education programs offered by Ivey Executive Education. The Program Manager contributes to the creation and delivery of a world‑class educational experience by providing seamless and professional client service and event coordination at every level of the program preparation and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Event Management

• Plan and coordinate event logistics according to specific program requirements, including, but not limited to, venue availability, space requirements, IT support, catering, and event schedule. Investigate options for efficient space utilization when sharing the facility with other clients (internal and external) scheduled for the same dates.
• Finalize contracts and all details pertaining to the event (i.e. hotel, catering, team building facilities, company sites, transportation, etc.).
• Plan and organize program social events, including activity and venue recommendation, menu selection and price negotiation; attend program social events to ensure flawless provision of services and adherence to agreed arrangements.
• Monitor participant registration and attendance numbers and modify bookings to avoid cancellation penalties and / or over‑charge fees.
• Coordinate arrangements for program sponsors, guest speakers and company observers / HR teams by providing logistical and administrative support for all aspects of their visit and presentation.
• Manage all non‑academic aspects of assigned programs in accordance with projected budgets, approve all program invoices and rectify incorrect charges.
• Prepare comprehensive expense reconciliation after completion of custom programs.
• Provide information related to program activities, guests, materials and supplies, social events, additional services, and equipment during the budget preparation process. Conduct a comprehensive analysis of options, risk factors and make recommendations for social venues, team‑building activities and gifts. Provide feedback on the current and historical program spending patterns related to client requirements and sponsorship agreements.

Program Coordination & Delivery (Non‑Academic)

Internal / External Client Relations

Other Projects

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Skills & Abilities

What We Offer

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Ivey

Ivey Business School is committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Please explore Ivey’s EDI homepage for more information on Ivey's commitment to EDI, to read about Ivey’s progress in the EDI Update, and to meet Ivey’s EDI Advisory Council members.

Ivey Business School invites applications from all qualified individuals. Ivey is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups / visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodation

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Please contact us at careers@ivey.ca to notify us of any needs related to completing the job application, and / or throughout the recruitment process.

Application

If you're excited about joining Canada's leading business school and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume and cover letter via the Ivey Careers page by the application deadline.

Ivey Business School Foundation

Ivey Business School Foundation employees receive benefits exclusive to The Foundation, separate from Western University.

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