MSc in Management

EMTM EXECUTIVE MASTER’S IN TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

Discover the Lazaridis

Executive Master’s in

Technology Management

Canada’s only Master of

Science (MSc) for executives

You can’t manage the company for tomorrow on the knowledge of yesterday.

At the Lazaridis School of Business & Economics, we recognize that many senior-level technology managers have moved into leadership positions without all of the requisite knowledge to strategically promote their organization’s growth. Faced with critical decisions on potential risk, commercialization and raising capital, leaders often find themselves lacking the tools to thrive.

With this in mind, we created the Lazaridis EMTM, a management program that prepares leaders to adapt to business disruptions and approach problems with creative thinking. In this 11-month accelerated program, participants gain the business acumen to manage and grow technology-focused companies or technology-adept organizations.

Let our passionate, world-renowned faculty and hand-selected external academic and industry instructors provide you with relevant courses and training for your unique environment. Small class sizes, a contemporary learning space and one-to-one support are all part of what makes the Lazaridis EMTM so effective.

With the completion of a successful pilot program, the Lazaridis EMTM has proven itself to be a much-needed and valuable experience for senior technology management professionals. We are proud to offer this unique program in Waterloo, Ontario, a growing hub of innovation and collaboration for technology companies in Canada.

Great technology is the start. Now gain the tools and training you need to become a great leader. We encourage you to explore the Lazaridis Executive Master’s in Technology Management program and connect with us to answer any questions you may have.

DR. MICHEÁL J. KELLYDean, Lazaridis School of Business & Economics

DR. HAMID NOORIExecutive Director, Lazaridis EMTM

The Lazaridis Executive Master’s in Technology Management (Lazaridis EMTM), Canada’s only Master of Science (MSc) program for executives, is designed for you— a senior decision-maker facing ever-growing complexity, global competition and disruption. Whether your company develops technology or utilizes technology to advance business goals, this program is tailored to help you succeed. Graduates of the Lazaridis EMTM will receive an MSc degree in Management.

WELCOME

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transform your career

11 -monthacceleratedprogram

The Lazaridis School of Business & Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University is one of the most prestigious and selective schools in Canada. Named in honour of Canadian technology entrepreneur and philanthropist Mike Lazaridis, the Lazaridis School is an innovative leader in immersive learning and leading-edge research.

Located in the heart of the Waterloo Region technology hub, the Lazaridis School has a strong track record for developing successful tech-industry leaders.

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SMALL CLASS SIZESensure an engaging and intimate learning environment

AACSB- accredited program

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10core courses

“ Under the direction of Dean Micheál Kelly, the Lazaridis School of Business & Economics will attract top business students and faculty from around the world and will produce exceptional business managers that will help lead Canadian technology companies to grow and succeed globally. – MIKE LAZARIDIS

MASTER OF SCIENCE degree in Management

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BECOME AN INFLUENTIAL LEADER in a technology-based economy

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Opening minds.Shaping futures.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT FOR EXECUTIVES

The Lazaridis EMTM culminates in a Master of Science degree

in Management.

This unique academic degree combines a business education with a relevant

problem-solving approach.

As a participant, you will learn to think more strategically, gain a deeper

understanding of best management practices and cultivate an awareness of disruptive technology challenging

your organization.

L E A D E R S H I P

“...the first day after I took the first of the sessions, I had a different perspective on how I contribute to the executive team.”

– JENNIFER SMITH Executive Vice President, Global Market Solutions, Christie Digital Systems

D I S R U P T I V E TECHNOLOGY

I N N O VAT I V E T H I N K I N G

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“...phenomenal faculty, outstanding curriculum, and excellent one-to-one support is unmatched...”

– JESSICA MCELHONEDirector, Strategic Markets Management, Christie Digital Systems

Gain an advanced education, while at the same time fulfilling your professional obligations.

We recognize that managers and directors need flexible training to minimize disruption to their work schedules. We offer the Lazaridis EMTM in an accelerated 11-month, alternating weekend format. Courses are delivered in a variety of learning formats, including in-person classes and online sessions.

EXECUTIVE FORMAT

One-on-One SupportIn the Lazaridis EMTM program, you will be able to take advantage of expert advice through individual consulting hours with Laurier faculty.

Executive coaching can help you to define and achieve your goals.

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Elite Network of PeersOur focus on team-based learning

encourages open communication and collaboration. As a Lazaridis EMTM participant, you will gain advanced

management knowledge and business insight not only from Laurier faculty

and guest lecturers, but also from an elite network of peers.

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As a Lazaridis EMTM learner, you are an advanced professional with several years of experience at the manager or director level. You want to gain insight on how to effectively manage change, adapt to disruptive technology

and approach problems with creative thinking. You are a leader who wants to foster organizational agility and contribute to your company at the highest level.

LEARNER PROFILEThe Lazaridis EMTM addresses the overlapping worlds of technology and business. It is tailored for senior decision-makers from innovative, technology-driven organizations and companies that utilize technology to achieve business goals.

Lazaridis EMTM learners are professionals from a diverse range of industries and areas of responsibility including:

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY • Corporate Strategy • Finance • Global Operations• Information Systems• Marketing • Procurement• Research and Development

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INDUSTRIES• Information Technology• Software • Manufacturing• Environment and Clean Energy• Engineering • Banking • Education • Healthcare • Insurance

The program’s curriculum goes beyond a general management degree, providing you with the skills you need to creatively approach and solve problems.

One of the standout features of the Lazaridis EMTM is our unique, thematic learning format.

We provide the tools and methods to empower future leaders.

Over the course of 11 months, you will complete three modules and 10 core courses. Modules conclude with an integrated session in which you will be challenged to address a business problem and present your findings to a panel of faculty and industry experts.

ACTION-ORIENTED LEARNING

COMPANY-BASED PROJECTYou will complete a year-end project that pertains to a company of your choice. This project will enable you to develop strong analytical thinking skills and gain a new perspective on the business challenges facing your organization.

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The Lazaridis EMTM was developed after several years of planning with leading companies in Canada, including BlackBerry, Christie Digital Systems and Desire2Learn. This extensive consultation led to the creation of a program that enables senior decision-makers to advance in their careers. Our graduates have capitalized on the knowledge they have gained. They have gone on to become superior contributors to their respective organizations.

As a Lazaridis EMTM learner, you too will develop the skills to advance and succeed at the executive level.

You will leave the program thinking in new and innovative ways and make a tangible difference in your workplace.

PROGRAM IMPACT

“...one of the most rewarding experiences of my life and mandatory for any senior manager...”

- SEAN MCCABEVP Engineering, Aeryon Labs

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Hand-selected from the worlds of industry and academia, Lazaridis EMTM’s experts are representatives from leading-edge, global organizations and top-ranked national and international universities in North America and Europe.

OUR AWARD-WINNING TEACHING TEAM

Lazaridis EMTM ScholarshipsOutstanding applicants are eligible for the following scholarships: • Female Leaders• Leadership and Growth• Academic Excellence• Not-for-Profit and Public Service• Early-Growth Organizations

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