Management and Leadership

Management and Leadership 

Build the skills to lead effectively—whether you're starting your leadership journey or advancing into more strategic roles. Our programs are designed for aspiring leaders, new managers, and experienced professionals looking to strengthen their impact. 

 

Explore by Career Stage 

  • Aspiring Leaders & New Managers 
    Build confidence and core leadership skills as you transition into management. 
  • Current Leaders & Managers 
    Strengthen decision-making, team performance, and leadership presence. 
  • Advanced & Strategic Leaders 
    Develop strategic thinking, facilitation, and change leadership capabilities. 

Courses 

For Aspiring Leaders in People Management & New Managers 

  • Human Resource Fundamentals - $765
    Explore the core responsibilities of HR professionals, including best practices and modern approaches to implementation. 
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  • Leadership Skills for the New Manager - $765 
    Prepare for your transition into management with practical tools for success. 
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  • HR Essentials for Managers (formerly called Essentials of Managing People) - $765
    Learn foundational HR practices including onboarding and staffing and how to effectively engage and support your team.
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  • Developing Managerial Effectiveness - $765 
    Strengthen your ability to prioritize, plan, and lead with confidence. 
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  • Everyday Leadership (formerly called Leadership 2.0) - $765 
    Evaluate your leadership style and understand how others experience you as a leader. 
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  • Facing Common Leadership Challenges - $765 
    Navigate real-world leadership challenges including conflict and engagement with proven strategies. 
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Change Management 

  • Executing Change and Overcoming Resistance - $875 
    Learn how to lead teams through transition and manage resistance. 
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  • Getting Work Done: Project Management for Non PMs - $875 (Coming Soon)

Learn how to effectively plan, organize, and execute projects—even if “project manager” isn’t your title. Perfect for professionals who manage projects and change alongside other responsibilities. 

Email us at epd@smu.ca to join the wait list. 

 

Technical & Digital Skills for Leaders 

Strengthen your ability to lead in a digital workplace by building critical technical and data-informed decision-making skills. 

  • Hybrid Team & Digital Skills for the Modern Workplace - $765 
    Adapt leadership approaches for remote, hybrid, and tech-enabled teams.
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  • Introduction to AI: Automation Fundamentals - (Coming Soon) 
    Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and increase efficiency. 
    Email epd@smu.ca to join the interest list.
  • Applied Certificate in AI & Analytics for Leaders - $4,950
    Close the AI adoption gap. Lead with insight and impact.
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  • Masters Certificate In Municipal Leadership - $9,850
    The Ultimate Program for Municipal Leaders.
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  • Applied Certificate in Lean Six Sigma - $4,150
    Become a leader in driving operational efficiency and effectiveness.
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Certificates & Microcredential Pathways 

Structured programs designed to help you build skills progressively and demonstrate your expertise. 

(This section to be updated by July 1st, 2026) 

 

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