Management Development Program (MDP)

Take your career to the next level

Whether you want to move into a management position or upgrade your management skills, this program is for you.

In only 17.5 weekday sessions (spread over 16 modules), you will learn relevant skills that address today's business issues - skills that you can apply in the workplace immediately. You may also be eligible for up to six university credit hours upon successful completion of this program. A university degree or diploma is not required for this program.

At the end of the eight-month program, your Certificate of Proficiency will show your employer that you have mastered the skills of effective management.

Benefits for employees

• Team building and leadership
• Networking and communication
• Managing change and conflict
• Managing finances and projects
• Strategic planning

Benefits for organizations

• Cost-savings due to improved management techniques and processes
• Leaders who boost productivity and motivate employees
• Engaged, pro-active managers committed to professional development
• Recognition as employers who value their managers and employees

Courses

The MDP includes 16 mandatory courses:

• Understanding Personalities Using Insights™ and Communication
• Communication
• Team Building
• Organizational Behaviour
• Change Management
• Human Resources Management
• Performance Management Systems
• Employment Law
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
• Strategic Planning
• Financial Management
• Conflict Management
• Project Management
• Creating Healthy and Effective Workplace Cultures
• Manager as Innovator
• Quality Management

Upcoming date(s): Oct. 21, 2026 to May 28, 2027

Each course in the MDP has a specific scheduled date. Registration is for the complete program; courses cannot be taken individually.

View schedule & register for MDP