Global Recognition

At the Sprott School of Business, we are committed to the continuous improvement and quality assurance of our programs. Through accreditation and partnership, we ensure our degrees are globally recognized, which expands opportunities for our graduates.

Accreditation

AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business)

Since 2013, the Sprott School of Business has maintained its AACSB business school accreditation.  Sprott is one of 870+ business schools worldwide that have been recognized for providing a high quality and innovative educational environment and has committed to continuous improvement in adherence to the guiding principles and standards for accredited schools.

Global Recognition

UN Principles for Responsible Management Education

Since 2017, Sprott is a Signatory Member of the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME)—a United Nations-supported initiative. Working through Six Principles, PRME engages business and management schools to ensure they provide future leaders with the skills needed to balance economic and sustainability goals, while drawing attention to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and aligning academic institutions with the work of the UN Global Compact.

Global Business School Network

The Sprott School of Business is a member of the Global Business School Network (GBSN), an alliance of 150+ member institutions in 60+ countries working together to strengthen the contributions of management education to the the development needs of society. GBSN was founded in 2003 by the World Bank.

Network of International Business Schools

The Sprott School of Business is a member of the Network of International Business Schools (NIBS), an association of 70+ business schools from around the world, united by a shared view that the internationalization of business and globalization of the economy are essential elements in the evolution of managerial practices. 

CPA (Chartered Professional Accountants)

Sprott’s Master of Accounting program is accredited by CPA Ontario and CPA Canada. Students who graduate from the Master of Accounting program are exempt from the Professional Education Program and can proceed directly to the CPA Canada Common Final Examination. The accreditation is valid for students of all CPA jurisdictions in Canada.

The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accounting

The Sprott School of Business has partnered with the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA). Sprott’s Bachelor of Accounting and Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting programs cover several modules of the CIPFA body of knowledge, providing graduates with an accelerated pathway to the Chartered Public Finance Accountant (CPFA) designation and global accounting careers.

CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)

Sprott’s Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Master of Finance are recognized as affiliated university programs with the CFA Institute. The curriculum of the program is closely tied to the practice of investment management and is helpful to students preparing for the CFA^® Program exams

QS Rankings

The Sprott School of Business Online MBA has been ranked in the Top 40 in North America and Number 1 in Canada in the QS Online MBA Rankings 2026. Sprott’s Online MBA offers flexibility for professionals who are often balancing work and family commitments, while advancing their careers in an increasingly dynamic and diverse global environment.

Positive Impact Rating

Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business is recognized for its social impact and sustainability achievements, achieving Level 3: Progressing School in the 2025 Positive Impact Rating.
Sprott is one of 86 business schools from 28 countries worldwide to take part in the rating, which is conducted by students and for students.