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A world-class learning experience HEC Montréal was 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.
according to the Financial Times ’ 2025 executive education rankings # 1 in Canada # 30 in the world
As an active member of UNICON, an international consortium of 123 business schools, 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.
We are committed to sustainable development:
As a custom program All our offerings are available:
Anywhere in the world
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Solutions to power your ambitions
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 . Our mission remains clear: empowering leaders and organizations in their transformation journey with leading-edge learning solutions in tune with the needs of today’s businesses. In 2025, we are continuing to expand and deepen our offerings with an array of programs that is more globally oriented than ever. Whether your organization has offices abroad or you are looking to train teams in multiple locations and countries, our programs have been built to suit you. I am proud to announce that our expertise in artificial intelligence, creativity, innovation, sustainable leadership and digital transformation can be deployed in immersive formats tailored to your training goals, wherever you are in the world. Leveraging this momentum, we recently launched École des dirigeants Afrique, a strategic initiative in conjunction with BEM Executive Education. Through this collaboration, we have been able to pool our respective strengths, knowledge and expertise to meet growing management requirements across the African continent. By choosing Executive Education HEC Montréal, you are choosing a learning experience at the crossroads of innovation and management, which you can capitalize on to develop key skills and take your professional network to the next level. Together, let’s build the future of leadership. Thank you for letting us be your partner in growth!
Serge Lafrance Director, Executive Education HEC Montréal Adjunct Professor
Contact us today! 514-340-6001 | 1-844-340-6001 executiveeducation@hec.ca hec.ca/en/ee
Learn, innovate, grow — wherever your career takes you 6 Raising the bar for global professional development solutions 8 Custom training to help you build a future-ready organization 10 Expertise without borders 12 An immersive experience in the heart of downtown Montreal 14 A remarkable building in the middle of the action 16 Tap into unrivalled expertise 20 Reach the pinnacle of your ambitions 30 Discover our top training picks 32 Certifications 36 Programs for current and aspiring executives 48 Essentials 58 Fundamentals 62 Digital intelligence for leaders 66 Big Data and AI 69 Custom corporate training in digital intelligence 72 CDL-Montréal 74 NEXT AI 76 Powered by Executive Education HEC Montréal 78 First Nations Executive Education (FNEE) 80 École des dirigeants Afrique 86 Our course catalogue 90 Digital intelligence (big data and AI) 94 Communication, marketing and sales 95 Sustainable development and ethics 97 Finance and accounting 98 Leadership and human resources 99 Strategy, innovation and decision-making 104 Our strategic partners 108 Table of Contents
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Raising the bar for global professional development solutions
We are proud providers of 100+ short programs ranging in length from one to nine days and covering the entire management spectrum:
Digital intelligence (big data and AI)
Finance and accounting
Communication, marketing and sales
Leadership and human resources
Sustainable development and ethics
Strategy, innovation and decision-making
All our offerings are available internationally and in a delivery format tailored to suit your organization. We develop and adapt our programs to address your needs and deliver them wherever in the world you may be. Let our passionate and dedicated team of experts take care of every last logistical detail to make your learning experience as fulfilling and seamless as possible.
As a custom program
Anywhere in the world
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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. ▪ Familiarize yourself with 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.
”This certification program helped me see the big picture of what goes into ethics and compliance, as well as the various issues involved, through the lens of some very topical and relevant themes. The experience was a tremendously positive and enriching one, thanks in large part to the expertise, the energy and the impressive credentials of the team of instructors. They delivered the content in a way that kept us all engaged and engrossed.” Angela De Lima , CEC Senior Investigator, Ethics and Compliance Bombardier Certification in Ethics and Compliance
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Custom training to help you build a future-ready organization
450+ organizations in Canada and abroad trust us to fulfil their specific training requirements.
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.
▪ Enhance 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.
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Let us turn your ambitions into achievements
Every organization has its own dynamics, constantly shifting priorities and complex challenges to face. We will work hand in hand with you to analyze your operational context, define your needs and develop value-added training solutions that are built to suit you. We are here to turn your skills development efforts into a competitive advantage. Contact us today! 514-340-6001 | 1-844-340-6001 executiveeducation@hec.ca hec.ca/en/ee
“The Emerging Leaders program led by Executive Education HEC Montréal is part of our organization’s forward-looking workforce management strategy. The tailored approach meant that we could work together to create a world-class training program that was directly attuned to our needs. The implementation was an important step forward in nurturing leadership within our ranks.”
Fatoumata Coulibaly-N’Guessan Senior Learning and Development Officer African Development Bank
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Expertise without borders 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.
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Through the UNICON network , we can offer our programs in countries around the world.
Alliance Manchester Business School United Kingdom American University in Cairo Egypt Babson College United States BI Norwegian Business School Norway Boston University United States Carnegie Mellon University United States Case Western Reserve University United States CBS Executive Fonden Denmark Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business China China-Europe International Business School China Columbia University United States Cornell University United States Cranfield School of Management United Kingdom Dartmouth College United States Duke University United States EDHEC Business School France Emlyon Business School France Emory University United States Esade Business School Spain ESCP Business School France ESMT Berlin Germany ESSEC Business School France Fundação Dom Cabral Brazil Georgetown University United States Georgia Institute of Technology United States Harvard Business School
INCAE Business School Costa Rica
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey United States Sabanci University Türkiye Santa Clara University
University of California, Berkeley United States University of California, Los Angeles United States University of Cambridge United Kingdom University of Cape Town South Africa University of Chicago United States University of Georgia United States University of Maryland United States University of Michigan United States University of Minnesota United States University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill United States University of Ottawa Canada University of Oxford United Kingdom University of Pennsylvania United States University of Porto Portugal University of Pretoria South Africa University of South Carolina United States University of Southern California United States University of St. Gallen Switzerland University of the Witwatersrand South Africa University of Toronto Canada University of Utah United States University of Virginia United States University of Washington Foster School of Business United States University of Wisconsin United States UNSW Sydney Australia Vanderbilt University United States Vlerick Business School Belgium Washington University in St. Louis United States Western University Canada Yale University United States Yonsei University South Korea
INSEAD France Insper Brazil Institute of Business Administration Karachi Pakistan Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México Mexico International Institute for Management Development Switzerland IPADE Business School Mexico Irish Management Institute Ireland Johns Hopkins University United States Kozminski University Poland Lahore University of Management Sciences Pakistan London Business School United Kingdom Melbourne Business School Australia Miami Herbert Business School United States Michigan State University United States MIT Sloan School of Management United States Nanyang Technological University Singapore National University of Singapore Singapore New York University United States Northeastern University United States Northwestern University United States Nova School of Business and Economics Portugal Peking University China Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Chile Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú Peru Queensland University of Technology Australia Queen’s University Canada Renmin University of China China Rice University United States
United States Sciences Po France Shanghai Jiao Tong University ACEM China Shanghai Jiao Tong University SAIF China Simon Fraser University Canada Singapore Management University Singapore Smith College United States Southern Methodist University United States Stanford University United States Stockholm School of Economics Sweden Tecnológico de Monterrey Mexico Texas A&M University United States The Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies Switzerland The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Hong Kong The Ohio State University United States The Pennsylvania State University United States The University of Tennessee United States The University of Texas, Austin United States The University of Warwick United Kingdom Thunderbird School of Global
Management United States Trinity College Dublin Ireland Tsinghua University PBCSF China Tsinghua University SEM China Universidad de Los Andes Colombia Universidad de San Andrés Argentina Universidad Esan Peru University College Dublin Ireland University of British Columbia Canada University of Calgary Canada
United States HEC Montréal Canada HEC Paris France IE Business School Spain IESE Business School Spain IHM Business School Sweden Imperial College London United Kingdom
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An immersive experience in the heart of downtown Montreal
Our Learning Expeditions are a unique opportunity for participants to develop new skills in a dynamic, engaging and collegial environment.
For local organizations , they are an ideal team-building activity, allowing employees to get away from their usual routines and forge stronger connections with their colleagues.
For international delegations , they are a chance to discover Montreal’s innovation-friendly ecosystem, interact with leading experts and leave with practical, actionable takeaways.
Four choices of programs:
Creativity and Innovation
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership and Safety Culture
Sustainability
Learning Expeditions are tailored to bring you fresh inspiration and insight, and meet your specific needs and goals. In addition to expanding knowledge and exploring innovative solutions to address your organizational challenges, these programs offer: ▪ An immersive experience and access to the educational excellence Executive Education HEC Montréal is known for ▪ Lectures, masterclasses and panel discussions led by industry specialists
▪ Field trips, guided tours and corporate visits ▪ Exclusive opportunities to meet top experts.
Masterclasses
Exclusive visits and networking
Montreal experience
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A remarkable building in the middle of the action
At the new Hélène Desmarais Building, everything has been thought of to bring you an experience that is truly unique, from light-filled classrooms equipped with the latest technology to the rooftop patios that afford panoramic vistas of the surrounding cityscape, and so much more. The site is ideally located in the heart of the city’s business district, only a 20-minute drive from Montréal- Trudeau International Airport and steps away from the central train station, making it easy to get to no matter where in the city — or the world — you are coming from.
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A dynamic learning environment
Nine interactive classrooms with state‑of‑the-art immersive technologies
Networking-friendly common areas for breaks and meals
A 300-seat amphitheatre
A modular conference and event centre that can be divided into three separate rooms (banquet capacity: 170-200, standing reception: 350 or 600 including the adjacent hallway)
“Executive Education HEC Montréal’s presence in the heart of downtown speaks to the key role it plays in leading the business community forward. It enjoys a worldwide reputation for excellence and proudly occupies the #30 spot in the Financial Times executive education rankings, providing strategic training programs to meet real-world needs in a changing business landscape. I am honoured to support this exceptional institution and to do my part to help deliver a learning environment that inspires the leaders of today and tomorrow.” Hélène Desmarais Chair of the Board, HEC Montréal, CDL-Montréal and NEXT AI
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Combining knowledge... Get the inside scoop on how leading businesses, groundbreaking startups and cutting-edge research centres achieve excellence with our exclusive corporate visits. Take a deep dive into Montreal’s dynamic innovation ecosystem and be inspired by the forward-thinking mindsets and solutions that are shaping the future.
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...and experiences Take advantage of your time in Montreal to delight in the unique charms of one of the most electric and eclectic destinations in North America. Stroll through the Old Port, explore fascinating museums, delight in our culinary scene and find out why we’re known as the city of festivals. There are so many ways to make your trip an enriching and engaging one: don’t miss out!
Toqué!, photo by Benedicte Brocard
Quartier des spectacles; photo by Eva Blue – Tourisme Montréal
Les Enfants Terribles; photo by Cimon Parent
Tower of Songs, Hommage à Leonard Cohen, El Mac and Gene Pendon, MU, Ville-Marie; photo by Olivier Bousquet
A truly memorable stay We recommend making arrangements with our partner hotels while you are here in Montreal. Not only will you receive a preferred rate for your accommodations, but you will also be in close proximity to our training facilities, which will help ensure the best possible learning experience.
Hôtel Monville 1041 De Bleury Street
Le Westin Montréal 270 Saint-Antoine Street West
W Montréal 901 Square-Victoria Street
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Tap into unrivalled expertise
Canada’s first business school
100+ undergraduate and graduate programs
14,000+ students
115,000+ graduates
Triple crown accreditation:
First French-language university in the world to receive Ashoka U’s Changemaker Campus designation
Committed to sustainable development
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Your partner in growth
65+ years of experience in upskilling and reskilling for the future
98% satisfaction with the quality of instruction
100+ short programs
9,000+ learners inspired every year
300+ expert instructors from the academic and business worlds
50+ friendly and knowledgeable staff members here to serve you 9 state-of-the-art classrooms to deliver an immersive learning experience
450+ businesses who trust us to cater to their custom training needs
2 programs for tech startups (CDL‑Montréal and NEXT AI)
1 school developed for and by First Nations (First Nations Executive Education — FNEE)
1 school to help enhance the skills of those who are poised to lead Africa forward (École des dirigeants Afrique)
4 ways to learn:
In person
Online
Hybrid At your workplace
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Best-in-class instructors
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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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A team committed to your success
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50+ staff members who will work with you to make your experience uniquely fulfilling
Our team will be there for you at every step of your learning journey.
Not sure which program is best for you or your organization? Looking for a solution in line with your specific needs? We will guide you in finding the perfect fit and answer any questions you might have. Contact us today!
Our program managers
Émilie Mazet Specialties: ▪ Human resources ▪ Innovation and decision-making ▪ Leadership ▪ Project management ▪ Strategy emilie.mazet@hec.ca 514-340-6118 > Make an appointment
Nadia Uria-Fernandez Specialties: ▪ Accounting and finance ▪ Digital Intelligence (big data/AI) ▪ Retail management, marketing and sales ▪ Strategy ▪ Sustainability nadia.uria-fernandez@hec.ca 514-340-6279 > Make an appointment
Joëlle Zoghbi Specialties: ▪ Communications ▪ Ethics and compliance ▪ Governance ▪ MBA Essentials ▪ Strategy
joelle.zoghbi@hec.ca 514-340-6005 > Make an appointment
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A seasoned executive committee
Olivier Foucher Director, Custom Corporate Training
Brian King Executive Director, NEXT AI
Julien Billot Site Lead, CDL-Montréal
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Narimane Atchi Director of Operations
Éric Brat Advisor and Adjunct Professor
Michelle Vaillancourt Director, Communications and Programs
Jean-Marc Gauthier Director, First Nations Executive Education, and Director, Special Projects, Executive Education HEC Montréal
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A vibrant business community Executive Education HEC Montréal is more than a place to go to take courses. It’s a diverse and dynamic ecosystem where you can make new and meaningful connections. Learn with and alongside other people looking to be part of a community that never fails to inspire, inform and enlighten.
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Encounters that stimulate thought and broaden perspectives
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. hec.ca/ed/ee/events
“It was incredible to be there for the Measuring Beyond conference. Everyone was thoroughly engaged, the discussions were very high-level and the whole event was impeccably organized. I greatly enjoyed being able to debate key issues in French and share my work with such an active community. HEC Montréal provides an ideal backdrop for some exceptionally inspiring conversations.” Ludovic Phalippou Professor of Financial Economics Saïd Business School, University of Oxford Speaker, Measuring Beyond 2025
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Reach the pinnacle of your ambitions 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.
4 ways to learn
In person
Online
Hybrid
At your workplace
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Internationally recognized credentials When you add an Executive Education HEC Montréal credential to your résumé, the world will sit up and take notice. You’ll be sending a message that you are an engaged leader who takes continuous learning and development seriously.
Digital credentials are an effective way of making your learning achievements visible and verifiable to anyone anywhere, making them a highly strategic component of your career advancement. Our internationally recognized credentials confirm that you are uniquely qualified to take on the challenges of a complex world, turn ideas into action and generate lasting value for your organization.
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Certifications Our certification programs will help you broaden your skill sets and reach a whole new level of performance.
P rograms for current and aspiring executives High-level programs for current and aspiring executives looking for 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.
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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 nine certification programs 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 circle of contacts. ▪ Obtain certification from Executive Education HEC Montréal.
Areas of expertise ▪ Corporate Finance ▪ Corporate Governance ▪ Digital Marketing ▪ Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Management ▪ Ethics and Compliance ▪ Organizational Development ▪ Project Management ▪ Retail Management ▪ Strategic Management and Leadership
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Customized to your organization’s needs
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Online
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“Between the inspiring guest speakers, the thought-provoking lectures, the compelling visits to retail sites and the chance to interact with peers working toward the same goals, this a well-designed, well-executed and immersive program that covers every aspect of retail operations.” Julie Ear Chief of Digital Performance Mondou Certification in Retail Management
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Build up your leadership toolbox The goal of this program is to give managers and 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 so they can make better-informed and more strategic decisions.
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.
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6 days
DATES
Hybrid Fall: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; November 6, 2025 Winter: March 12, 19, 26; April 2, 6, 16, 2026
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$5,395
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Lead with integrity, govern with vision Set yourself apart with this certification, which goes beyond theory, offering unique simulations to prepare you to fully assume your role as board member.
Special features ▪ Application of essential skills so you can be an impactful and engaged board member. ▪ Integration of best practices in corporate governance to take your organization’s performance to new heights. ▪ A unique opportunity to learn from top industry specialists and meet board members from a wide range of organizations.
This certification program will help you to:
▪ Develop a thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of modern-day board members. ▪ Master the skills to succeed. ▪ Assess value creation and identify risks surrounding strategic decisions. ▪ Adopt mindsets and behaviours essential to fulfilling your mandate as a director.
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8 days
In person October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19, 2025
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Amp up your online presence Through this program, you will learn how 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 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025 Winter: March 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 21, 2026
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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.
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.
▪ A unique program that equips you with the tools you need to accurately measure the impact of ESG factors on your organization.
LENGTH
6 days
DATES
Hybrid Fall: October 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025 Winter: March 17, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 21, 2026
FEE
$5,395
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Make ethics your competitive edge This program is your gateway to best practices in ethics and compliance from around the world, complete with recent case studies and tangible solutions for building or improving your in-house ethics program, backed by well-defined values and robust standards.
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. ▪ Encourage the organization-wide adoption of ethics and compliance best practices. ▪ Put together a practical toolbox for implementing an ethics program.
LENGTH
9 days
In person Montreal (fall): September 18, 19; October 16, 17; November 6, 7; December 4, 5, 2025; January 30, 2026 Montreal (winter): February 5, 6; March 12, 13; April 9, 10; May 7, 8; June 4, 2026 Quebec City: February 19, 20; March 19, 20; April 23, 24; May 14, 15; June 11, 2026
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Put people at the heart of your decisions
Through this program, you will acquire the tools you need to make a concrete difference in terms of individual, team and organizational effectiveness.
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 facilitated by an expert in the field.
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.
LENGTH
6 days
DATES
Hybrid Fall: September 26; October 10, 24; November 21; December 5, 2025 Winter: February 13, 27; March 13, 27; April 10, 25, 2026
FEE
$6,095
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Master the art of project management, from strategy to implementation This program will equip you with the actionable tools and techniques needed to turn your ideas into real business value and excel as a strategic leader.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Ensure your projects are in sync with your organization’s strategic objectives to maximize their impact. ▪ Understand and know how to apply core project management concepts and processes. ▪ Proactively identify and analyze project-related risks. ▪ Incorporate Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) into your workflow to improve flexibility. ▪ Prepare a realistic project management plan and monitor its progress using the right tools. ▪ Strengthen your communication and leadership skills to better engage your teams. ▪ Develop effective strategies to get people excited about your projects and empower them to embrace change.
Special features ▪ Hands-on tools to lead your projects, manage risk and ensure strategies and operations are strategically aligned. ▪ Guidance in becoming a more effective communicator and leader to address your teams and stakeholders with confidence.
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6 days
DATES
Hybrid Fall: October 14, 21, 22, 28, 29; November 18, 2025 Summer: May 20, 26, 27; June 2, 3, 10, 2026
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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 Quebec retail industry, the SAQ and HEC Montréal have joined forces to offer the province’s only training program for retail executives.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Become a better leader. ▪ Motivate your teams. ▪ Manage change and inspire innovation.
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.
▪ 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
DATES
Hybrid January 20, 27; February 3. 10, 17, 2026
FEE
$4,495
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NEW Strategic Management and Leadership
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Lead your growth with confidence and clarity
Developed specifically for Black business leaders and executives working with growing organizations, this one-of-a-kind program will help you ensure your strategy, governance and financials are well structured so you can prepare for your Series A funding round.
This certification program will help you to: ▪ Set out a clear roadmap for your long-term strategic growth. ▪ Build a governance framework robust enough to support your ambitions. ▪ Understand the steps involved in securing Series A funding. ▪ Foster a strategic leadership style that can grow with your organization. ▪ Strengthen your communication and pitching skills to win over investors. Special features ▪ Possibility to enrol with a colleague to ensure your leadership’s strategic vision is aligned with your management team’s execution capabilities. ▪ Concrete tools to build your growth and governance
A game-changing initiative “In Quebec, we don’t have enough people from underrepresented communities leading our small and medium-sized enterprises. It’s not that they lack talent or skill. They just don’t have access to what they need to get ahead. Investing in their success isn’t a matter of charity. It’s a real business opportunity.” Wils Théagène Academic Program Co-Director
Founder and CEO Citadelle Capital
plan and get your data room ready. ▪ Five hours of personalized coaching.
▪ Official certification confirming you possess skills that will enhance your credibility in the eyes of potential investors. ▪ Access to an engaged network of experts, mentors and investors.
LENGTH 5 days + 5 hours of personalized coaching DATES In person
October 28; November 4, 11, 25; December 2, 2025
Special rate made available through the financial support of:
FEE
$2,500 ($8,595 value)
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Programs for current and aspiring executives
Sharpen your strategic thinking Looking to spark innovation? Maximize your teams’ 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 ▪ Sustainability
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Customized to your organization’s needs
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Online
Delivered anywhere in the world
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At your workplace
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From engineer to executive: Nathaniel Tiffany’s inspiring career journey
Outstanding from the get-go On day one, Nathaniel was able to tap into the expertise of Jacques Neatby, a foremost authority on executive committees and how they work. “I was already up against some management challenges in my job, and I learned a lot about how to deal with them in this module,” says Nathaniel. “I devoured his book after that! His teaching had a profound impact on how to approach my executive committee.” Drawing on Laurent Simon’s extensive knowledge of innovation, Nathaniel found out how to take ideas that come from the people on the ground and move them up the ladder. Everything he learned about team-based innovation and problem-solving has proved to be very useful. “My company has been able to take things to the next level because of Laurent Simon,” Nathaniel confirms, adding that the expertise of each of the instructors immeasurably enriches the program. Something all leaders can benefit from After nearly 20 years at the same organization, Nathaniel knows the technical side of operations like the back of his hand. But that didn’t automatically make him a good manager. “Lots of people come to a career crossroads as they move up into management. They know their field inside and out, and they may even seem like natural-born leaders. But managing a team or an entire organization takes more than instinct or trial and error. That’s where programs like Ascension come in. They align strategic concepts with people’s real-world experience and offer them the keys to unlock the complexities of management.”
An engineer by profession, Nathaniel Tiffany joined GCM Consultants in 2005. At that point, the engineering firm, which serves an industrial client base, had a workforce of 80 people. This number has since skyrocketed to over 700. Nathaniel, now Vice-President – Engineering, is as passionate about the company as he is about leading it forward. His experience as a participant in the Ascension program has been instrumental in pointing the way. A major impact “When you’re in senior management, you have to have a development plan in place for yourself,” says Nathaniel. “The combination of academic content, hands-on learning and in-residence training made Ascension the ideal choice for me. It had everything I was looking for.” So he signed up, not knowing just how transformational the program would be. “Of all the training programs I’ve done, Ascension is one that’s had the most influence on my career. All of the concepts I learned about are directly applicable to my work. And the people teaching the program are simply some of the best I’ve ever encountered.” The moment he arrived at the hotel, alongside the likes of Robert Dutton and Réal Jacob, he knew he was in the right place.
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Some words of wisdom for aspiring executives
Nathaniel enthusiastically recommends the Ascension program and training tailored to the needs of current or emerging leaders, emphasizing the importance of looking at the big picture and building a development plan that is in sync with both their professional needs and their organization’s strategic goals. For those with management aspirations, he has this tip: “Keep building up your toolbox. Try out new things, read, get coaching and take courses. These are essential in helping you grow as an individual, as a manager and as a productive member of society at every stage of your life.” Fuelling the desire to go even further Nathaniel met some very influential people in the Ascension program, and he hopes to keep in contact with them. They include three HEC Montréal professors— Louis Hébert, Laurent Simon and Nicolas Vincent — and one expert — Jacques Neatby. They were fantastic teachers who taught him more than he could’ve ever imagined. And they fuelled his desire to go even further. This is the momentum that led him to enrol in the McGill–HEC Montréal EMBA in 2025. He is excited about making this leap and determined to succeed. “Ascension arrived at a pivotal point in my career. I’ve got 20 years under my belt, and I have another 20 ahead of me. The program marks the beginning of the rest of my professional trajectory, and I really want to see how far I can take things. This wasn’t something I aspired to before I completed the program, but Ascension really took me to a whole other place.”
Nathaniel Tiffany Vice-President – Engineering GCM Consultants Participant in the 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. ▪ 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.
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.
LENGTH
6 days
In person May 3, 4, 5, 6, (in residence at the Alt Hotel Quartier DIX30). June 4, 5, 2026 $13,995, including three nights’ hotel accommodations
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Program designed specifically for current and aspiring leaders, senior executives and management team members with formal managerial training and 10+ years of experience.
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“Being able to spend several days in residence with other executives, discussing and reflecting on what we learned from the program’s first-rate instructors, was an opportunity that was truly unique. It helped me sharpen my strategic thinking skills and push the boundaries of creativity to be able to serve our community even better than before. This program is extremely effective and perfectly suited to a world that is changing at breakneck speed and demanding more and more from its leaders.” François Dufault Senior Director — Business Continuity and Crisis Management Desjardins Participant in the Ascension program
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NEW Sustainability Leadership: Championing Change in an Increasingly Polarized World
Boost your skills as a responsible leader This immersive program will give you the tools to activate your sustainability leadership and implement strategies aimed at engaging stakeholders, achieving economic prosperity and promoting social equity while navigating the complexities of our times.
Special features ▪ Program taught in residence. ▪ Five one-hour personalized coaching sessions over a six-month period. ▪ Focus on personal and professional transformation. ▪ Access to a network of experts committed to fighting climate change and embracing sustainable development. ▪ Development of a sustainable transition project.
This program will help you to: ▪ Better understand the impact of climate change on organizations and society as a whole. ▪ Unpack the dynamics of polarization within organizations and make decisions that take these dynamics into account. ▪ Engage leadership in transformational change by enhancing relational skills. ▪ Promote an inclusive style of leadership to bridge divisions and leverage opportunities to drive local and international impact. ▪ Strengthen your ability to get your message across and persuade others to your way of thinking.
LENGTH
5 days
In person April 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 2026
DATES
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$13,495
Program designed specifically for leaders, senior executives and management team members with 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, 2025
DATES
FEE
$3,495
Collaborate to Succeed: Strategies for Senior Executives
LENGTH
2 days
In person November 26, 27, 2025 May 6, 7, 2026
DATES
Understand the sources of power within your management team, discover the most effective tactics for wielding influence and identify potential sources of conflict.
FEE
$2,995
Strategic Foresight: Navigating Times of Uncertainty
LENGTH
2 days
In person April 14, 15, 2026
DATES
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.
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 program addresses the specific needs of directors, officers and business owners interested in spurring the growth of their company.
LENGTH
2 days
In person May 6, 7, 2026
DATES
FEE
$2,995
LENGTH
3 days
In person November 4, 5, 6, 2025
DATES
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$4,195
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