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DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies
DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies
The DAN Department of Management & Organizational Studies provides a unique interdisciplinary approach to the study of management, emphasizing the social science and evidence-based foundations of management education. Our faculty are dedicated educators and academics engaged in world-class research focusing on the areas of corporate governance and consumer and organizational behaviour.
Undergraduate students can study in one of five core management areas - Accounting, Consumer Behaviour, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management & Legal Studies - or in the Commercial Aviation Management program.
We also offer graduate studies. Students who have completed their undergraduate education in accounting, looking to further enhance and advance their Accounting experience can complete a Graduate Diploma in Accounting. The Masters of Management of Applied Science is an interdisciplinary professional master’s program, designed to enhance an undergraduate degree in science or engineering with foundational management education.
Undergraduate students can study in one of five core management areas - Accounting, Consumer Behaviour, Finance, Human Resource Management, Management & Legal Studies - or in the Commercial Aviation Management program.
We also offer graduate studies. Students who have completed their undergraduate education in accounting, looking to further enhance and advance their Accounting experience can complete a Graduate Diploma in Accounting. The Masters of Management of Applied Science is an interdisciplinary professional master’s program, designed to enhance an undergraduate degree in science or engineering with foundational management education.
Congratulations Graduates & Awards Winners
Congratulations to the 2026 graduates on reaching this significant milestone. We also extend our sincere congratulations to the recipients of the Dancap Private Equity Student Awards for their outstanding achievement and dedication. We are proud of all that our graduates and award winners have accomplished and look forward to seeing the impact they will make in the years ahead.
Promotion & Tenure Announcement
Professor Johanna Weststar is being considered for promotion to the rank of Full Professor. Anyone wishing to make a written submission can do so until the file is closed. It is anticipated this will occur by September 1, 2026.
Spend a term studying in the Netherlands
This semester abroad program includes three Western DAN courses taught by a Western professor. Students will live near Radboud University, a Western partner institution in Nijmegen, and enrol in two Radboud courses. Participants will gain international experience, connect with students and faculty, and learn through local business visits and cultural activities. Contact Maria Ferraro (mferrar3@uwo.ca) or click the link below for more information.
Spend time in Vienna with MOS 3395
A porject-based course taught collaboratively by Western and Vienna University of Business and Economics (WU) to students from both schools. Fall Term (A) course takes place at Western over 2 weeks and finishes during the first week of September classes (can be overload). Spring Term (B) course takes place over 2 weeks in May in Vienna (can be overload). Contact Bonnie Simpson (bonnie.simpson@uwo.ca) or click the link below for more information.
Explore Your Possibilities
Undergraduate
Develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to lead in a changing world.
Graduate
Pursue advanced study with leading researchers and a collaborative academic community.
Research
Generating insights that shape organizations, workplaces, and society.
DAN Management Student Help Portal
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