UBC MEL MHLP Professional Leadership Master Degrees
Degree Benefits
Elevate your technical career with the Master of Engineering Leadership (MEL) in High Performance Buildings.
STEP INTO A LEADERSHIP ROLE OR PIVOT INTO A NEW SECTOR
Embark on a transformative journey with the MEL degree, designed to propel you into leadership roles and navigate seamlessly across the high performance buildings industry. This degree serves as a launchpad to a future brimming with elevated responsibilities and exciting new career possibilities. Our statistics speak volumes about the impact of this program: a remarkable 61% of our alumni have ascended to higher positions, while 88% have ventured into new career paths. The MEL degree is not just an educational experience; it’s a catalyst for professional reinvention and advancement.
ENHANCE YOUR TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Delve into the intricacies of sustainable energy through comprehensive courses covering generation, transmission, storage, and usage. Our curriculum is designed to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of the complexities and prospects in the evolving sustainable energy landscape.
MASTER THE FUNDAMENTALS OF BUSINESS
In today’s fast-paced world, technical know-how alone isn’t enough. UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School offers essential business courses, equipping you with a solid grasp of broad management concepts, and enabling you to speak the language of business fluently.
DEVELOP LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE
Leadership skills are woven into every aspect of the MEL degree. As a student, you will find yourself immersed in a variety of leadership-building experiences. This includes leading diverse teams and managing complex projects. You will have the opportunity to attend a series of professional development workshops, each carefully crafted to refine and enhance your leadership abilities and interpersonal skills. These experiences are not just educational, but transformative, equipping you with the confidence and competence to emerge as an influential and effective leader in your field.
OBTAIN A PRESTIGIOUS DEGREE FROM A TOP-RANKED UNIVERSITY
UBC is globally recognized as a top 40 university and stands 7th in the world for climate action, celebrated for its exceptional programs and distinguished faculty. It’s Faculty of Applied Science is home to both the best engineering and best architecture school in Canada. UBC’s Sauder School of Business is the best business school in Canada and ranks 38th worldwide, offering experiential and rigorous business education.
LEARN FROM THE BEST IN SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN
In the MEL in High Performance Buildings degree, you’ll significantly expand your professional network in a vibrant, multidisciplinary environment. Our world-class faculty, experts in green building and sustainable design, provide not just education but also a gateway to the industry’s latest trends and practices. The diverse cohort of motivated peers, with varied backgrounds and experiences, enriches your learning, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and perspectives. You’ll also collaborate with students from other specialized MEL programs, gaining broader insights into the intersection of engineering, architecture, and business.
“Our program engages some of the best practitioners in the field to teach our applied courses. We’re using a team-based approach that brings experts in the field of energy modelling, green building and regenerative design to work directly with our students.” – Dr. Ron Kellett, Professor & Director
This immersive experience not only broadens your knowledge but also connects you with a network of professionals and leaders essential for your future career in high performance building design.
BUILD A ROBUST PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
In the MEL High Performance Buildings program, networking opportunities are plentiful:
- Learn from globally-recognized faculty specializing in high performance building design and construction.
- Collaborate with diverse, experienced peers in the program.
- Engage in business courses alongside professionals from all six MEL specializations
- Attend industry workshops and presentations for insights into current trends and issues.
Go further
Professionals skilled in both technical and business fundamentals possess a unique competitive edge. Highly sought after by government and industry, our graduates are advancing into coveted roles and exploring new sectors with notable success.
“Professionals who are able to “speak” the language of both engineering and business are more likely to be successful in implementing new ideas in commercial buildings especially.” – Dr. Adam Rysanek, Associate Professor
Discover more about this cutting-edge professional master’s program from our esteemed professors.
Application Deadlines
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Admissions for the 2026 intake will open on January 1, 2025.
How to ApplyFeatured Alumni
Stanley Wang
High Performance Buildings
Building on his background in healthy buildings and data analytics, Stanley Wang used the Master of Engineering Leadership to acquire local industry experience and gain new knowledge in sustainable engineering. He’s now working for Vancouver Coastal Health as an Energy Specialist.
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