About the School of Leadership Studies
UNB’s School of Leadership Studies is the first initiative of its kind in Canada. Originally established in 2000 as Renaissance College, it remains at the forefront of leadership education in the country.
We combine innovative teaching methods, rigorous academic content and experiential learning opportunities in small classes that together create a unique educational experience.
What makes us unique
It’s not just the small classes or the internships that make the School of Leadership Studies special. It’s not just the students it attracts or the dedicated faculty and staff it employs. It’s not just the way students learn or even where they learn. It’s how all these elements come together to provide a learning environment that gets results.
Leadership Studies is an interdisciplinary, dedicated to enriching people’s capability for understanding and demonstrating leadership. Students grow as problem solvers and citizens, transforming into leaders who really care about our world, while deepening their knowledge of self and others.
Anticipate, adapt and drive change
Our programs are the right fit for ethical, civic-minded individuals who are prepared and willing to assume the responsibilities of leadership.
We strive to help you become a lifelong learner and leader in whatever field you choose.
Our programs create opportunities and help you reach your personal and professional goals by:
- thinking critically
- communicating effectively
- working cooperatively
- problem-solving creatively
- reasoning ethically
- participating effectively
You will have the attention and mentoring to succeed with our small class sizes, engaged faculty and strong community connections.
After you graduate
Graduates of the School of Leadership Studies lead with imagination and courage, addressing issues and building capacity into the communities they call home. They speak and write with confidence and openness. They have an insatiable appetite for learning and are motivated to learn more about community, citizenship, and service to both.
Our aim is to help our students become leaders in whatever careers or endeavours they choose. As a result, our graduates are successfully engaged in a wide range of careers. The BPhil degree prepares students for future study in a variety of fields, including:
- law
- medicine
- education
- business
- politics
- social work
Most importantly, our graduates are ready and eager to make a positive difference in their community and workplace.
