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Program Portfolio 2024-2025 Your Partner in Growth
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A world-class learning experience
As an active member of UNICON, a consortium of 115 business schools in 30 countries, Executive Education HEC Montréal has access to an exclusive network of partners at some of the best universities from around the planet. Through them, we can reach out to learners across the world, take advantage of leading-edge technologies and team up with expert instructors worldwide.
# 29 in the world
according to the Financial Times ’ 2024 executive education rankings
HEC Montréal is the first school in North America to be granted the three most prestigious accreditations for university business education, a testament to the high quality of its education and research.
HEC Montréal is the first French-language university in the world to receive Ashoka U’s Changemaker Campus designation.
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Reaching out to the world
Year after year, Executive Education HEC Montréal is proud to be ranked as one of the best executive education providers in the world by the Financial Times and raise the bar for professional development solutions. As part of our mission to train dynamic business leaders who drive company growth, we have further expanded our offerings in 2024. Plus, if your organization has international offices, we are very excited to announce that we can make all of our courses and customized training programs available to you, wherever you are and in line with your specific needs. We are also looking forward to serving international clients through our specialized immersive programs in artificial intelligence and in creativity and innovation, starting in September 2024. At Executive Education HEC Montréal, you will enjoy a learning experience that combines innovation and leadership, that gives you the tools to sharpen your skills and forge new and meaningful connections, and that empowers you to take your business network to new heights. Thank you for letting us be your partner in growth.
Serge Lafrance Director, Executive Education HEC Montréal, and Adjunct Professor
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Table of Contents
Committed to Your Success In the Heart of Montreal’s Business District
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Canada’s First Business School
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A Remarkable New Building
Unrivalled Expertise on a Global Scale
▪ Four Essential Business Skills ▪ Anywhere in the World
An Outstanding Team, an Outstanding Network
Forward-Looking and Down-to-Earth
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Certifications
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Programs for Current and Aspiring Executives
▪ Four Key Leadership Strategies for 2024
Essentials
Fundamentals
Digital Intelligence Programs
▪ Programs in Big Data and AI
▪ CDL-Montréal
▪ Next AI
First Nations Executive Education (FNEE)
▪ Flourishing at FNEE: Tina Vassiliou’s Inspiring Experience
Course Catalogue
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Communication, Marketing and Sales Sustainable Development and Ethics
Finance and Accounting
Leadership and Human Resources
Strategy, Innovation and Decision-Making
Partners
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In the heart of Montreal’s business district Montreal, Quebec, Canada Considered one of the world’s best travel destinations, Montreal is a dynamic university city and the economic and cultural centre of Quebec, not to mention a major innovation, research and entertainment hub. HEC Montréal’s Hélène Desmarais Building is located in the heart of the city, making it even easier to provide services and training solutions to the business community, create connections and forge partnerships, and reach out to clients worldwide.
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IN THE HEART OF MONTREAL’S BUSINESS DISTRICT
“Taking classes at HEC Montréal downtown is great: the rooms are well appointed and user-friendly, and the lecturers are of a very high calibre. With this new and easy-to-get-to location, I can balance work, family and studies perfectly.” Hind Belqorchi, CEC Executive Director of Investigations, Internal Audits and the Bureau de l’inspection générale Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable du Québec Completed the Certification in Ethics and Compliance
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Canada’s first business school
An executive education centre — now known as Executive Education HEC Montréal — was created for business executives looking to expand their knowledge and strengthen their skills.
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Viger Square 1907–1970
Decelles Building 1970–
The École des hautes études commerciales (HEC) de Montréal was founded as the first university-level business school in Canada and one of the first in North America. The building that first housed the School was located in downtown Montreal. It now serves as the Centre d’archives de Montréal.
The School’s second home opened on the grounds of the Université de Montréal, on the northwest slope of Mount Royal.
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Hélène Desmarais Building 2023– Heralding HEC Montréal’s return to downtown, the Hélène Desmarais Building combines modernity, functionality and sustainability. The avant-garde facilities offer an environment conducive to learning and collaboration. It embodies the School’s commitment to excellence and the development of tomorrow’s leaders.
Côte-Sainte-Catherine Building 1996– A new state-of-the-art building opened in the borough of Côte-des-Neiges.
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A remarkable new building
Inaugurated in September 2023, the Hélène Desmarais Building provides an unparalleled executive education experience in the heart of Montreal’s central business district. The surrounding area is home to a bustling array of restaurants, cafés and hotels, allowing learners to make the most of a city known and celebrated worldwide for its cultural diversity, bilingual heritage and spirit of openness. All this makes the downtown core the ideal backdrop for learning, connecting and networking. Equipped with the latest technologies and supported by leading-edge practices, the Hélène Desmarais Building stands as a powerful testament to our commitment to excellence and sustainability.
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A REMARKABLE NEW BUILDING
“This new building in downtown Montreal will emphasize Executive Education HEC Montréal’s commitment to partnering with the business community and fostering its growth. Ranked 29th in the world by the Financial Times for 2024, Executive Education HEC Montréal’s programs are timely, relevant and attuned to our society’s changing needs. I am proud to be contributing to the growth of this world-class institution through this prime location and to be supporting today’s organizations as they prepare to face tomorrow’s challenges.” Hélène Desmarais Chair of the Board, HEC Montréal CDL-Montréal and Next AI
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Unrivalled expertise
Canada’s first business school founded in 1907
65+ years of experience In upskilling and reskilling for the future
100+ undergraduate and graduate programs
98% satisfaction with the quality of instruction
13,000+ students
100+ short programs
110,000+ graduates
9,000+ learners inspired every year
Triple crown accreditation:
300+ expert instructors from the academic and business worlds
50+ professionals and knowledgeable staff members here to serve you
First French-language university in the world to receive Ashoka U’s Changemaker Campus designation
9 state-of-the-art classrooms to deliver an immersive learning experience
450+ businesses who trust us to cater to their custom training needs
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Committed to sustainable development
1 school developed for and by First Nations (First Nations Executive Education — FNEE)
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UNRIVALLED EXPERTISE ON A GLOBAL SCALE
on a global scale
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We can adjust our existing programs to suit your needs, or build something from the ground up, and deliver it to wherever you are in the world. Plus, our Learning Expeditions offer specialized immersive programs to learners from abroad.
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The HEC Montréal difference Every year, 9,000+ people choose us to meet their professional development needs.
Our short programs deliver a wide array of benefits to drive personal growth and career success.
▪ Boost your confidence.
▪ Acquire new skills and knowledge.
▪ Keep up on emerging trends.
▪ Learn how to make the most of the latest tools.
▪ Unlock new career opportunities.
▪ Move forward in your professional journey.
▪ Improve your salary prospects.
▪ Expand your business network.
▪ Learn from top industry experts.
▪ Meet people who motivate and inspire you.
▪ Receive a certificate of completion from Executive Education HEC Montréal.
All our programs are recognized as eligible training expenses under the 1% workforce skills development law in Quebec.
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What custom training can do for your organization 450+ organizations in Canada and abroad trust us to meet their specific training needs.
You need practical, workable solutions to meet the challenges your business is up against. And that’s precisely what our custom training programs deliver!
▪ Expand collective knowledge and strengthen skills.
▪ Boost your corporate culture.
▪ Improve your financial performance.
▪ Inspire your teams to be more productive and more engaged.
▪ Make your business more competitive.
▪ Incorporate digital intelligence into your business model.
▪ Lay the foundations for the workforce of tomorrow.
▪ Have certificates of completion issued to participating employees from Executive Education HEC Montréal.
All our programs are recognized as eligible training expenses under the 1% workforce skills development law in Quebec.
Contact us Olivier Foucher Director, Corporate Programs Executive Education HEC Montréal olivier.foucher@hec.ca
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Four essential business skills Now, like never before, businesses have to equip their people to face a number of emerging challenges, starting with those related to artificial intelligence (AI) and ethics. Their success depends on it.
2. Ethical practices Research by Martineau, Decety & Racine (2020) 1 suggests that empathy also plays a crucial role in ethical decision‑making. It provides a better understanding of different points of view and complex, emotionally charged contexts. Issues that have emerged in recent years — financial fraud, the climate crisis, the #MeToo movement and others — have justifiably put new pressure on top brass. Generations Y and Z in particular want to work for businesses that have a moral compass and that can challenge their own status quo. This is why it is important to invest in an ethical, empathetic business culture. Developing ethical practices is becoming essential, and not just to attract and retain talent. Environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues are also a priority for investors, not to mention consumers. But adopting a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policy is not enough. Implementing ethical practices is a multifaceted process, and one that requires careful reflection. Boards can play a key role in promoting ethics by pressing executive committees to take action, and they in turn can influence operations. “With ethical practices, the idea is to do everything with integrity,” Foucher says. “A board of directors has the power to set things in motion.”
The upheavals we are seeing on the social, financial, climate and technological front are here to stay. To remain on track, it is important for organizations to cultivate new skills in their teams. This starts at the top, with leaders who can see beyond today’s issues and envision new ways forward. 1. Empathetic leadership “In 2024, we are seeing a shift from an ego-driven to a team-driven mindset,” Olivier Foucher, Director, Corporate Programs, at Executive Education HEC Montréal, says enthusiastically. This emerging new leadership style is more people-oriented and collaborative, with an increased focus on engagement. Leaders have to create workspaces where teams feel like they can stick their neck out. Foucher believes that safe spaces should also be brave spaces. For experienced leaders as well as professionals who climb the corporate ladder without management training, embracing this position requires openness, introspection and support. “You need to start by working on yourself and developing your emotional intelligence if you want to be an effective leader,” Foucher says. These efforts, he feels, have the potential to reap many rewards: businesses that adopt an empathetic leadership style attract top talent and inspire teams to give the best of themselves. Against the backdrop of a labour shortage, this is one key organizations can’t afford to do without.
1 Martineau, J. T., Decety, J. & Racine, E., “The Social Neuroscience of Empathy and Its Implication for Business Ethics,” in Martineau, J. T. & Racine, E., Organizational Neuroethics: Reflections on the Contributions of Neuroscience to Management Theories and Business Practices, Advances in Neuroethics , Berlin, Springer, 2020, pp. 167–189.
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3. Artificial intelligence It is impossible to ignore AI, which has become a major issue for today’s businesses. Not only are there a range of complex tools to choose from, but they also involve large sums of money. Decision makers can sometimes inherit projects that are worth millions of dollars for which they have to select AI solutions. The capacity to evaluate these solutions is critical. Managers need to be able to fully understand their value and impact. Simply following market trends is not an option. By learning to make better decisions for their business model, managers can determine how to accommodate the growing use of AI, which is now a reality in many workplaces.
4. Data protection Protecting personal data is one of the top challenges faced in cybersecurity. In Quebec, since September 2023, Law 25 has required that businesses meet strict standards to reinforce data protection and the resilience of IT systems — with stiff fines for those that fail to do so. According to Foucher, data protection has to be a strategic organization-wide effort. He maintains that appointing a chief security officer isn’t the answer. “Everyone has to contribute,” he says. By ensuring that their teams are wel informed, leaders make their business more resilient to digital threats.
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Achieve excellence with custom training at Executive Education HEC Montréal Executive Education HEC Montréal’s custom training solutions are designed specifically to respond to the changing needs of businesses of all sizes, covering key areas such as leadership, strategic management, professional ethics, digital intelligence and cybersecurity. A dedicated pedagogical team will conduct an in-depth analysis and make recommendations about adapting an existing program or building a custom course in line with market trends and best practices.
Custom training programs are immersive and flexible. Instruction can be delivered on site at the client’s place of business, on campus at HEC Montréal, online or in hybrid mode. Every program, regardless of format, features highly qualified instructors and a hands-on approach that is directly relevant to the client’s workplace. “What we promise is that people can start using tomorrow what they learn today,” Foucher says. For example, Executive Education HEC Montréal worked closely with Médecins francophones du Canada to tailor the MBA Essentials program in order to meet the needs of doctors who are managers or interested in management. One of the participants found her learning experience particularly inspiring:
“This customized program is an excellent way to learn about new management and leadership tools. This style of continuing education has so many advantages, like being able to converse with other doctors in the same language and share similar experiences. It’s such a great program, and you’re all there for the same reason — you want to improve patient care and provide the best-quality services you can.”
Dr. Nicole Leblanc Pediatrician and Regional Chief of Staff Vitalité Health Network, New Brunswick Participant in the MBA Essentials program customized for Médecins francophones du Canada
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Anywhere in the world
Did you know? Organizations all over the world can take advantage our custom training programs. Regardless of where your teams are located, we can provide them with training solutions designed carefully to meet their individual needs and foster their success.
Customized for your organization
Available anywhere in the world
Olivier Foucher Director, Corporate Programs Executive Education HEC Montréal On assignment in Algeria , Morocco and Tunisia
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An outstanding team, an outstanding network
A wealth of knowledge 300+ internationally respected scholars and practitioners , bringing you a top-notch lineup of executive education courses The combination of academic and real-world expertise makes for a one-of-a-kind learning experience, where theory and practice converge, and where knowledge and skills can take root and flourish.
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AN OUTSTANDING TEAM, AN OUTSTANDING NETWORK
50+ professionals to make your experience uniquely fulfilling Our team will be there for you at every step of your learning journey.
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An inspiring network Executive Education HEC Montréal is more than a place to go to take courses. It’s a vibrant ecosystem you can tap into to forge new and meaningful connections. Learn with and alongside other people looking to be part of a dynamic community that inspires, informs and enlightens.
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AN OUTSTANDING TEAM, AN OUTSTANDING NETWORK
Events that bring people together Executive Education HEC Montréal hosts a range of must-attend events throughout the year, both in Montreal and abroad. Join us to partake in the spirit of sharing and discovery and to dive into the issues impacting our lives, our communities and the world today.
UNICON Team Development Conference, Montreal, 2023
“It was a great pleasure speaking at the meticulously organized Measuring Beyond Conference at HEC Montréal. The conference was a testament that the school has established itself as the premier Canadian institution educating businesses in Quebec and beyond in matters of sustainable business and finance.” Amir Amel-Zadeh Associate Professor of Accounting Saïd Business School, University of Oxford Speaker at the event titled The ESG Revolution: Opportunities, Risks and Accountability
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Forward-looking and down-to-earth
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100+ short programs , ranging in length from a day to nine days, covering the entire management spectrum
Digital Intelligence (Big Data and AI)
Communication, Marketing and Sales
Sustainable Development and Ethics
Finance and Accounting
Leadership and Human Resources
Strategy, Innovation and Decision-Making
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Your program, your way You can learn with us in person , online or as part of a hybrid approach. Or we can come to you and train your teams at your workplace .
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Certifications Our certification programs will help you broaden your skill sets and reach a whole new level of performance.
Programs for Current and Aspiring Executives High-level programs for executives and executives-to-be interested in a big-picture perspective so they can stay one step ahead of the game.
Essentials These condensed programs run from four to nine days, taking an in-depth look at key management-related themes.
Fundamentals More than 15,000 people have turned to our Fundamentals programs to develop in-demand, highly marketable skills.
Digital Intelligence Programs targeting businesses, ventures, professionals, executives and leaders who appreciate the value of AI in working toward their objectives.
Programs for First Nations and Non-Indigenous Organizations Programs developed by and for First Nations to strengthen individual leadership and support organizations working toward economic reconciliation.
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NEW Digital credentials
In keeping with our commitment to innovation and excellence, Executive Education HEC Montréal is now offering digital credentials , a modern and easy way for learners in our certification, Essentials and Ascension programs to share their accomplishments with professional networks al over the world. These credentials, which make use of the same blockchain technology used by Harvard University, are trusted, secure, verifiable and sustainable.
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Certifications
Elevate your skills. Propel your career forward.
Specially developed to shed light on some of the most critical issues currently facing the business world, our eight certifications will help pave the way to your professional success.
Benefits ▪ Sharpen your business acumen with regard to key topics. ▪ Acquire concrete tools to achieve meaningful change in your everyday practices. ▪ Build your knowledge and contribute to your organization’s growth. ▪ Expand your business network. ▪ Obtain certification from Executive Education HEC Montréal.
Areas of expertise ▪ Corporate Finance ▪ Digital Marketing ▪ Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Management ▪ Ethics and Compliance ▪ Marketing Communications ▪ Media, Culture and Entertainment ▪ Organizational Development ▪ Retail Management
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Digital Credentials
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“The Certification in Retail Management program offers a 360-degree view of the key issues facing our industry. The instructors are first-rate and strike a good balance between theory and practice. The diverse mix of participants led to rich discussions and fresh new insights. It was an inspiring experience that helped me expand my toolbox.”
Stéphanie Jasmin Director of Operations Marchés Famille Jasmin Completed the Certification in Retail Management
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CERTIFICATION IN Corporate Finance
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Build up your leadership toolbox The goal of this program is to give business leaders who hail from a
non‑accounting background the opportunity to acquire the knowledge they need to develop a solid grasp of the concepts, processes and tools employed in corporate finance.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Read and interpret financial statements. ▪ Use financial tools to make better management choices. ▪ Appreciate the financial repercussions of your decisions. ▪ Gain insight into the basics of budget management. ▪ Control costs more effectively. ▪ Assess prospective investment deals.
Special features ▪ A hands-on program that will help enhance your decision-making skills, boost your credibility and increase your influence. ▪ A solid understanding of financial issues and the tools to convey financial information and the impact of your decisions to others.
LENGTH
6 days
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Hybrid Fall: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; November 7, 2024 Winter: March 13, 20, 27; April 3, 10, 17, 2025
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CERTIFICATION IN Digital Marketing
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Optimize your digital presence This certification program will enable you to streamline your online activities and develop a digital marketing strategy aligned with your company’s goals.
Special features ▪ In-depth discussions with high-level experts. ▪ A program developed in conjunction with RBC Financial Group Chair of E-Commerce and Tech3Lab.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Implement an integrated digital marketing strategy.
▪ Develop tactics to attract customers, convert leads into sales and promote customer loyalty. ▪ Identify the major strategic challenges related to B2B and, especially, B2C marketing. ▪ Analyze your decision-making through a strategic and tactical lens.
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6 days
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Hybrid Fall: October 21, 28; November 4, 11, 18; December 2, 2024 Winter: March 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 2025
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Drive sustainable impact This program is designed to help you acquire vital competencies so you can measure, validate and report on ESG factors within your organization.
Special features ▪ Hands-on training to sharpen your ability to make strategic decisions. ▪ A certification that will bolster your credibility with key stakeholders. ▪ A unique program that equips you with the tools you need to accurately measure the impact of ESG factors on your organization.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Explore the opportunities and challenges arising from ESG factors. ▪ Assess and manage ESG risks. ▪ Measure the impact of ESG performance. ▪ Leverage financial and extra-financial data to generate reliable, impactful ESG reports. ▪ Share clear, powerful information about your ESG commitments with key stakeholders.
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6 days
In person October 23, 30; November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024
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Make ethics your competitive edge This program takes an in-depth look at best practices in corporate ethics and compliance and the crucial role they play in your business.
Special features ▪ CEC (Certification in Ethics and Compliance) professional designation awarded to those who complete the program requirements. ▪ Experienced instructors from the business world. ▪ Content aligned with best practices in ethics and compliance. ▪ A hands-on teaching approach and focus on active learning to help you take concrete action within your organization.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Acquire the tools you need to set and manage ethics and compliance priorities in your organization. ▪ Encourage the organization-wide adoption of ethics and compliance best practices. ▪ Put together a practical toolbox for implementing an ethics program in your organization.
LENGTH
9 days
In person Montreal (fall): September 19, 20; October 10, 11; November 7, 8; December 5, 6, 2024; January 31, 2025 Montreal (winter): February 6, 7; March 13, 14; April 10, 11; May 8, 9; June 5, 2025 Quebec City: February 20, 21; March 20, 21; April 24, 25; May 15, 16; June 12, 2025
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Maximize the impact of your communications strategy
Harnessing your marketing communications is key to cementing your organization’s leadership position, accelerating your growth and maximizing your innovation potential.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Put together a winning integrated communications strategy. ▪ Monetize your marketing, branding and communications activities. ▪ Unlock your organization’s creative potential with an effective, consistent strategy for leveraging your content.
Special features ▪ Facilitated by seasoned, engaged creatives and marketing communications pros committed to providing you with the practical tools you need to succeed. ▪ Focused on how to make and implement creative and marketing communications decisions in a rapidly changing environment. ▪ Centred on participant discussions and pragmatic strategies.
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5 days
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Hybrid Fall: October 25; November 1, 8, 15, 22, 2024 Winter: March 4, 21, 28; April 4, 11, 2025
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$4,495
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NEW CERTIFICATION IN Media, Culture and Entertainment
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Rethink the media of the future This intensive program will explore the challenges and opportunities redefining these sectors, so that you can learn how to successfully navigate the ever‑changing landscape.
Special features ▪ Hands-on learning approach. ▪ Access to expert instructors from HEC Montréal and industry. ▪ Exposure to high-profile speakers and specialists from the three sectors. ▪ Collaboration with the HEC Montréal Media Management Hub.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Understand how the culture and media industries evolved to become what they are today. ▪ Learn about the three main types of leadership. ▪ Explore new paradigms in talent management. ▪ Discover the new economy of media and culture. ▪ Learn how to adapt to technological advancements. ▪ Reflect on new ethical, reputational, regulatory and political challenges. ▪ Rethink the future of culture and media in an era of globalization.
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5 days
In person April 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 2025
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Cultivate talent and transform your organization
Through this program, you will acquire the tools you need to make a concrete difference in terms of individual, team and organizational effectiveness.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Identify the latest trends in organizational development. ▪ Find out what the most effective OD concepts, models, approaches and tools are. ▪ Improve your ability to analyze situations and make decisions in a constantly changing environment. ▪ Set up an OD learning community.
Special features ▪ A theme-based approach that looks at 12 management issues and challenges of interest to those in charge of facilitating and supporting development within their organization. ▪ Each theme will be facilitated by an expert in the field.
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6 days
DATES
Hybrid Fall: September 27; October 11, 25; November 8, 22; December 6, 2024 Winter: February 14, 28; March 14, 28; April 11, 25, 2025
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CERTIFICATION IN Retail Management
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Take a lead role in the reinvention of retail
In an effort to deepen and broaden the knowledge pool of the retail industry, the SAQ and HEC Montréal have joined forces to offer one of Canada’s only training programs for retail executives.
Special features ▪ Content tailored to your level of experience, under the guidance of an accomplished retail executive. ▪ An active teaching style combining theory and practice to ensure you have a clear roadmap to follow by the end of the program. ▪ Skilled instructors from the business, education and research sectors, who are up to date on industry best practices.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Become a better leader. ▪ Motivate your teams. ▪ Manage change and inspire innovation. ▪ Make critical decisions to leverage your supply chain. ▪ Deliver a unique, satisfying and memorable customer experience. ▪ Gain insight into what your customers are looking for in the digital age and set sustainable retail strategies in motion.
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5 days
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Hybrid January 28; February 11, 25; March 11, 25, 2025
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$4,495
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Programs for Current and Aspiring Executives
Sharpen your strategic thinking Looking to spark innovation? Maximize your team’s performance? Get new strategies off the ground? Partner with us and you’ll be able to turn your plans into reality, make your mark and drive your organization forward. These programs offer exclusive access to HEC Montréal faculty, business leaders and industry experts.
Benefits ▪ Interact with top C-suite executives. ▪ Learn from the best in the industry. ▪ Boost your confidence. ▪ Find solutions to the challenges that are holding you back. ▪ Expand your circle of contacts.
Areas of expertise ▪ Effective Board Membership ▪ Executive Leadership ▪ Governance ▪ Strategic Leadership ▪ Strategic Management
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“Ascension is an outstanding program taught by a group of highly experienced and highly qualified experts and executives. And what the participants bring to the table only adds to the learning outcomes. Professor Jacob always has some great insights to share, and the attentive Executive Education HEC Montréal staff make sure the entire five-day experience is an unforgettable one.”
James François Manager, Content Planning and Schedule Management Radio-Canada Participant in the Ascension program
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Four key leadership strategies for 2024 The repercussions of the pandemic, fluctuating financial markets, social upheaval: the underpinnings of our world and our workplace are not what they used to be. So how exactly do you go about being a leader against a backdrop where the only constant is change? Réal Jacob has four key strategies to help you keep your eyes on the prize.
2. Go with the (work) flow This wave of change is also affecting our work culture. Jacob cites issues such as equity, diversity, inclusion, talent attraction, employee retention and mental health as being equally daunting challenges for senior executives and board members. Wellness at work has never been so “front and centre” as it is now. Business leaders are having to take a long, hard look at how they deal with their people. Jacob likes to quote Henry Mintzberg in this regard: “An enterprise is a community of human beings, not a collection of human resources.” 3. Protect the psychological health of executives The pandemic drove home just how important mental health is, especially at the leadership level, where it can be “lonely at the top.” “The issue of mental health at the upper echelons of any organization is critical,” says Jacob. “And yet so many people are reluctant to admit to a problem, for fear of losing their jobs. When you put 70 hours a week in, you tend to pick up quite a few bad habits along the way. And that can spill over to your team.” The book Paroles de PDG , which Jacob co-wrote, emphasizes that the most even-keeled CEOs are the ones who look after their own physical, emotional and social health. Balance is something that has to be focused on from a broader perspective. Their wellness will inevitably shape their success as a leader. It’s simple, says Jacob: “Change within an organization starts with change within yourself.”
“The business context is increasingly complex for today’s leaders and leadership teams,” says Réal Jacob, a management professor emeritus at HEC Montréal. For a business to prosper in today’s economy and society, resilience is more important than ever. 1. Leverage innovation to manage change Jacob contends that businesses are dealing with things that nobody gave a second thought to only a few short years ago: the disruptive influence of artificial intelligence, for one, cybersecurity attacks, for another, not to mention global health crises. Add to that the greater expectations in terms of customer experience, turnaround, flexible work conditions (e.g., remote work) and employee engagement, and that puts an enormous amount of pressure on executives’ shoulders. The findings of a recent survey of CEOs show that they have doubts about their C-suite team’s readiness for the topsy-turvy years on the horizon, especially given the new and complex challenges that come with emerging environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns. “If the people at the top aren’t preparing for these complexities, it’ll be a bumpy road ahead for the troops on the ground.” A strategic, forward-thinking and adaptable mindset is crucial. Fortunately, there are lots of tools available to leaders to support them in their efforts to embrace innovation and collaboration, to bat around ideas and to tap into the power of collective intelligence, all of which tends to go underutilized and underexploited in many organizations.
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4. Empower tomorrow’s leaders to succeed today
“Some 68% of newly minted CEOs say they would’ve felt readier to take the leadership reins had they spent more time building up their hard skills, but even more say they should’ve developed better soft skills — how to lead and how to avoid common pitfalls that can throw you off track,” says Jacob. “Because when you think about it, there are two separate things expected of you in a leadership position: delivering certain results in terms of strategy, operations, innovation, financial performance and so forth, and actually being a CEO — embodying the philosophies, values and attitudes that inspire, that X factor that transcends definable skill sets.” Now, more than ever, developing the potential of our future leaders is vital in building their credibility, fostering their wellness and preparing them to face the management, growth, transformation and globalization challenges ahead. Making sure they have the tools and support they need is paramount to navigating the choppy and fast-changing seas that are the norm rather than the exception in the current business environment.
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How to make the leap Recent studies show that a quarter of CEOs believe that their business won’t exist a decade from now if their organization doesn’t adapt. One of the roles of a leadership team is to usher in the changes required to survive and thrive. To get the ball rolling in 2024, companies need to invest in their executives — the ones in place now, and the ones waiting in the wings. What’s the best way to guide their development forward? “An approach that combines hands-on learning (e.g., a special project), formal instruction (e.g., experts, executive trainers) and peer interaction,” says Jacob. But to embrace innovation, you need to start by challenging your existing beliefs. You have to be open to new things, to working with other people and to finding solutions that let you strike a balance. These are all ingredients in the formula for success for organizations and the people who breathe life into them. Ascension program: learning from the best The Ascension program, exclusive to Executive Education HEC Montréal, has been developed specifically to meet the needs of the leaders of today and tomorrow. The structure is built around the contemporary challenges they are called upon to face. The innovative approach features an immersive five-day program led by respected experts from the business and academic worlds. Every day will focus on strategic thinking, innovation, change leadership, case studies, best practices, peer discussions and self-management exercises, making it a tangible investment in leadership growth and development. Participants will leave inspired, with fresh new insights to draw on, an expanded circle of contacts to refer to and a new toolbox they can leverage to make the foundations of their organization stronger and more durable. Learn more about the Ascension program for current and aspiring executives .
Réal Jacob Faculty Administrator Ascension program
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Ascension PROGRAM FOR CURRENT AND ASPIRING EXECUTIVES
Inspire. Lead. Make it happen. Through this program, you will learn to think more strategically, gain a better understanding of your business environment, identify new ways to add value and be a driver of organizational transformation and alignment.
Special features ▪ Select modules taught in residence.
This program will help you to: ▪ Broaden your management skill set. ▪ Develop a coherent approach to strategic issues during executive committee meetings. ▪ Sharpen and embolden your decision-making. ▪ Revitalize your analytical mindset. ▪ Leverage state-of-the-art tools to set yourself apart. ▪ Build up your network to support your initiatives.
▪ Exposure to the insights and experience of 15 specialists and eight senior executives. ▪ Psychometric testing to assess transformational leadership skills and an online one-on-one conversation with a certified coach to go over the results. ▪ A singular opportunity to grow your network. ▪ A chance to step back and reflect on your work.
Digital Credentials
LENGTH
6 days
In person May 4, 5, 6, 7 (in residence at the Alt Hotel Quartier DIX30); June 5, 6, 2025
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FEE
$13,995, including three nights’ hotel accommodations
Program designed specifically for current and aspiring leaders, senior managers and executive committee members with formal managerial training and 10+ years of experience.
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The CEO Job: Develop Your Leadership Find out what you need to climb to the very top of the corporate ladder. Being an effective CEO takes more than good managerial skills. You also have to be able to think strategically, communicate clearly, collaborate with others and build a high-performance team.
LENGTH
2 days
In person November 27, 28, 2024
DATES
FEE
$3,195
Collaborate to Succeed: Strategies for Senior Executives
LENGTH
1 day
DATE
Hybrid September 23, 2024
This seminar will help you understand the sources of power within your management team, discover the most effective tactics for wielding influence and identify potential conflicts.
FEE
$1,995
Strategic Foresight: Navigating Times of Uncertainty During periods of economic turmoil, organizations need to learn new concepts and skills to be able to anticipate major long-term changes to their markets and environments.
LENGTH
2 days
In person April 8, 9, 2025
DATES
FEE
$2,995
Strategic Management: From Analysis to Action Your challenge as a manager is to fine-tune your analytical skills so you can make realistic strategic decisions and successfully follow through with them to foster your organization’s growth and hone your competitive edge. Re-examine the reasoning behind your strategy and its implementation in order to optimize the outcomes. Value-Creating Governance ® : Key Issues and Challenges This seminar addresses the specific needs of directors, officers and business owners interested in spurring the growth of their company.
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2 days
In person May 7, 8, 2025
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FEE
$2,995
LENGTH
3 days
In person November 5, 6, 7, 2024
DATES
FEE
$4,195
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Essentials
The keys to your business success These condensed programs (running from four to nine days) take an in-depth look at key management-related themes.
Benefits ▪ Sharpen your business acumen with regard to key topics. ▪ Build your knowledge and contribute to your organization’s growth. ▪ Expand your circle of contacts.
Areas of expertise ▪ Human Resources Management ▪ Leadership ▪ Management ▪ MBA Essentials ▪ MBA Essentials — Advanced Program ▪ Sales and Business Development
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Customized to your organization’s needs
Digital Credentials
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Online
Delivered anywhere in the world
Hybrid
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“This program, which is structured around the Business Model Canvas, provides a holistic and cohesive overview of the different aspects of a business plan. I particularly enjoyed the discussions and co-development sessions with faculty and other participants. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to transform or grow their business.” Maxime Lussier Senior Director, Business Transformation and Expansion Pharmascience Inc. Participant in the MBA Essentials — Advanced Program
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ESSENTIALS MBA
Unlock your potential Gain a solid grasp of the fundamental concepts taught at the MBA level, only in a condensed, nine-day format.
Special features ▪ Learn core MBA concepts over nine days. ▪ Embrace new perspectives through a deeper understanding of your role and the various functions within your organization. ▪ Six hours of personalized coaching.
This program will help you to: ▪ Broaden your horizons and become more confident. ▪ Expand the array of solutions at your disposal by exposing you to new concepts, practical analysis frameworks and best management practices. ▪ Understand the strategic issues at play in your organization.
LENGTH
9 days
In person Fall: October 24, 25; November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; December 6, 2024; January 24, 2025 Hybrid Winter: March 12, 13, 21, 28; April 4, 11, 25; May 2, 30, 2025
DATES
FEE
$7,695
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This program is designed for recently promoted managers, as well as professionals with nine or more years of experience.
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ESSENTIALS MBA – Advanced Program
Next-level confidence Learn how to make complex and strategic business decisions more assertively and tackle your organization’s performance challenges head on.
Special features ▪ Taught by eight prominent leaders who are active on the management scene and committed to putting you on the path to success. ▪ Focus on decision-making. ▪ Emphasis on participant interaction. ▪ Coaching from fellow participants, instructors and industry experts. ▪ Prime opportunity to grow your network.
This program will help you to: ▪ Fine-tune your interpersonal skills. ▪ Foster a collaborative environment in the midst of change. ▪ Gain a more granular understanding of the concepts of creativity and innovation. ▪ Pursue new opportunities to create value for your organization. ▪ Identify your needs and adopt an individual development plan.
LENGTH
9 days
In person February 20, 21, 28; March 4, 21, 28; April 4, 11, 25, 2025
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FEE
$7,695
Open to all managers who have more than five years of experience and who are familiar with the core functions within an organization.
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