University of Toronto

Overview

The Global Executive MBA for Healthcare and the Life Sciences at the University of Toronto is an innovative 15-month hybrid program designed for experienced professionals aiming to lead in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotech, and public health sectors. This program seamlessly integrates online learning with international immersive experiences, equipping students to tackle real-world challenges in the health sector.

What you'll study

The curriculum encompasses a total of 22 courses that cover essential topics such as healthcare leadership, life sciences strategy, digital health, innovation, governance, and analytics. Students will engage in live online sessions complemented by immersive modules in dynamic global locations.

Core curriculum

• Accounting for Healthcare and the Life Sciences
• Business Operations for Healthcare and Life Sciences
• Corporate Finance and Governance for Healthcare and Life Sciences
• Data Analytics and Strategic Decision-Making in Healthcare and Life Sciences
• Digital Health Economics
• The Business Environment: Ethics in Healthcare and Life Sciences
• Decision-Making with Models and Data
• Business Design Practicum
• Leadership Development Practicum
• Quantitative Reasoning for Management
• Healthcare Innovation
• Change Management
• Negotiations
• Ethics
• Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

Capstone

The program culminates in a capstone project that allows students to apply their learning to address a practical challenge related to their organization or the broader healthcare and life sciences sector.

Entry requirements

• Work experience: A minimum of 8 years of full-time work experience.
• Leadership experience: At least 3 years in a mid-to-senior leadership, management, or administrative role.
• Academic background: Demonstrated academic achievement.
• Sector knowledge: A foundational understanding of healthcare or life sciences organizations.
• English language proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores required for applicants whose degrees were not taught in English.
• Admissions test: Successful completion of the Rotman Executive Diagnostic Test or GMAT/GRE.
• Preferred profile: Current employment in the healthcare or life sciences sectors is advantageous.

English test options

• TOEFL iBT: Accepted.
• IELTS: Accepted.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Global Executive MBA for Healthcare and the Life Sciences are well-prepared to assume leadership roles within a variety of sectors, including healthcare institutions, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and public health organizations. The skills and knowledge gained during the program empower them to drive innovation and improve health outcomes on a global scale.