Turn ideas into action. Build ventures. Drive innovation. Lead change.
The Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business is the University of Waterloo’s catalyst for entrepreneurship and transformation, creating conditions for change.
Within the Faculty of Engineering, we bridge business, technology and engineering to turn ideas and opportunities into action and impact. Through education, experiential learning, venture creation, commercialization and innovation, we help move what’s possible forward.
The Conrad School develops entrepreneurial thinkers, builders and leaders who can launch ventures, drive innovation within organizations and create meaningful change.
Find your opportunity to build what's next.
Whether you're exploring an idea, building a venture, commercializing research or looking to drive change within an organization, the Conrad School gives you the knowledge, tools. experience and connections to move forward.
Undergraduate Students
Add entrepreneurship and innovation to your Waterloo experience.
Explore opportunities, develop entrepreneurial skills and gain hands-on experience turning ideas into action.
Graduate Students
Take your ideas, research and ambitions further.
Build the skills to launch ventures, commercialize innovation, lead products and drive transformation.
Partnership Opportunities
Connect to create opportunities for collaboration, innovation and impact.
Partner on student projects, engage with programs, enhance student experiences or collaborate on research.
Entrepreneurship Hub
Take your ideas beyond the classroom.
Explore hands-on programs, workshops, competitions, and communities that help you test ideas, build skills and turn possibility into action.
News
MBET Program Updates
Big news! The Master of Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology (MBET) program now offers optional graduate specializations that allow students to tailor their degree and customize their path based on their interests, goals, and career aspirations.
Whether you’re launching your own startup, transitioning into product management, or driving digital transformation within an organization, MBET gives you the tools, mindset, and network to create advantage in a rapidly changing economy.
From engineer to innovator
When Will Paskar graduated from the University of Waterloo with a degree in mechanical engineering, he knew he wanted to do more than design technology. He wanted to shape how it was used to create value. His career path from engineering graduate to technology and business leader reflects exactly the kind of transformation the Master of Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology (MBET) program was designed to support.
Quantum Valley Investments Problem Pitch Competition Winter 2026 Finals Showcase Student Innovation
The Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business recently hosted the Quantum Valley Investments Problem Pitch Competition Winter 2026 Finals, bringing together student teams to present innovative solutions to pressing real-world challenges across health, technology, and society.
Events
Coffee and Conversation with the Dean
Coffee and Conversation with the Dean
Coffee and Conversation with the Dean
Beginning September 23rd, and continuing every Thursday through this term, Dean Mary Wells will be available on the 1st floor of PSE, outside the C&D, from 3-5 pm for a chat and to connect.
Coffee and Conversation with the Dean
Coffee and Conversation with the Dean
What will you catalyze?
Whether you're building a venture, commercializing research, developing new products or driving change within an organization, the Conrad School can help you take the next step.