Program Overview

Telfer School of Management Programs

The Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa offers a range of programs for students looking to pursue a career in business and management.

Undergraduate Programs

• BCom Bachelor of Commerce
• BCom + MSc MGT (with Research Project)
• Undergraduate Microprograms
• Undergraduate Certificates
• Summer Academies

Graduate Programs

• MBA Master of Business Administration
• Microprogram in Integrated Accounting and Financial Management
• MHA Master of Health Administration
• MSc MGT Master of Science in Management
• PhD Doctorate in Management
• Graduate Diplomas
  • CPA Graduate Diploma in Chartered Professional Accountancy
  • Graduate Diploma in Leadership and Management

Executive Programs

• EMBA Executive Master of Business Administration
• EMHA Executive Master of Health Administration
• Executive Programs

Interdisciplinary Programs

• Digital Transformation and Innovation
• Engineering Management
• Law
• Population Health
• Systems Science and Engineering

Telfer Executive MHA (EMHA) Program

The Telfer Executive MHA (EMHA) program is designed for mid-career professionals looking to transition into health-care leadership roles. The program offers a flexible format that balances academic challenge with convenience, allowing students to continue working while pursuing their degree.

Program Details

• The EMHA program covers a broad range of topics, including leadership, strategy, operations, and health policy.
• The program focuses on applied leadership, giving students the tools to implement system-level change.
• Students learn to think strategically, lead with adaptability and vision, and engage diverse groups of stakeholders.
• The program is designed for working professionals, with a format that accommodates full-time work and family commitments.

Benefits of the EMHA Program

• Develops strategic thinking and leadership skills
• Provides a foundation for leading change and driving transformation in health-care organizations
• Offers a flexible format that accommodates working professionals
• Emphasizes collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Prepares students to manage complex health-care systems and lead cross-sector initiatives

Alumni Testimonials

• The EMHA program has been credited with giving alumni the tools to drive real change in their organizations.
• Alumni have reported increased confidence and a newfound ability to lead with adaptability and vision.
• The program has been praised for its focus on applied leadership and its emphasis on collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Research Areas

The Telfer School of Management is committed to advancing knowledge in a range of research areas, including:

Health Systems Management

• The school is home to a number of research centers and initiatives focused on health systems management, including the Learning Health Systems Modeling Laboratory.

Digital Transformation and Innovation

• Researchers at the Telfer School of Management are exploring the impact of digital transformation on business and society, with a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship.

Sustainability and Climate Change

• The school is committed to advancing knowledge on sustainability and climate change, with a focus on developing sustainable business practices and reducing environmental impact.

Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources

• Researchers at the Telfer School of Management are exploring the complex relationships between organizational behaviour, human resources, and business performance.

Finance and Investing

• The school is home to a number of research initiatives focused on finance and investing, including the Financial Research and Learning Lab.