HEC Montréal

Founded in 1907, HEC Montréal offers internationally renowned management education and research. It is the oldest business school in Canada and was also the first school in North America to hold the prestigious triple accreditation (AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS). It is affiliated with the University of Montreal.

We believe in training management leaders who make a responsible contribution to the success of organizations and to sustainable social development. We are proud of our innovative approach which also led to the Ashoka U Changemaker Campus recognition.

Solidly rooted in Quebec society and in the vibrant and diverse city of Montreal, the school is open to the world and welcomes over 14,000 students from 156 countries.

Montreal also holds the title of Best student city in North America - 6th in the World (2019 QS Best Student Cities Ranking).

The School has 144 French and English programs to choose from, including a trilingual (French-English-Spanish) bachelor's in business administration.

With its effervescent student life and distinguished professors, HEC Montréal is sure to offer you an unforgettable experience that will allow you to grow both personally and professionally.

Our mission

Building on our excellence in teaching and research, HEC Montréal is a French-language institution open to the world and solidly rooted in Quebec society, that trains management leaders who make a responsible contribution to the success of organizations and to sustainable social development.

Our vision

To be a hub of management knowledge that inspires, innovates, and makes our mark worldwide, thanks to:

• the quality and relevance of our teaching and research;
• our influence and engagement in the local, national and international communities;
• our human-centered, responsible and collaborative approach.

Our values

Relevance

We answer the needs of our various stakeholders, both at home and abroad, taking account of advances in knowledge and technologies and evolving sustainable development issues.

Rigor

We apply integrity and rigor in all our teaching, research, and knowledge transfer activities and in managing our School.

Boldness

We rely on our innovative mindset and agility to cope with change and meet challenges. Our proactive approach and strong entrepreneurial culture let us come up with new solutions and carry out visionary, ambitious plans.

Engagement

We promote concrete individual and collective engagement in the business community, academia, and society. This active contribution demonstrates the HEC Montréal community’s energy, ethics, and social responsibility.

Respect

We endeavor to create a healthy and inclusive environment that respects others and is open to differences, one that fosters collegiality and pride in belonging.

Collaboration

We encourage interaction among the members of our community, to promote the sharing of ideas, interdisciplinarity, and the development of collective intelligence.