Degree Benefits

Elevate your healthcare career with the Master of Health Leadership & Policy in Clinical Education from UBC.

STEP INTO A LEADERSHIP ROLE OR FORGE A NEW PATH

Embark on a transformative journey with UBC’s Master of Health Leadership & Policy (MHLP) in Clinical Education. Designed to catapult you into leadership roles and facilitate seamless transitions across healthcare sectors, this program is your gateway to a future filled with advanced responsibilities and thrilling new career opportunities. With an impressive 71% of our alumni ascending to higher positions and 78% pivoting to new career paths, the MHLP degree is more than an educational journey—it’s a powerful catalyst for professional reinvention and advancement.

MASTER CLINICAL EDUCATION PRACTICES

Dive into rigorous clinical education courses that blend theory with evidence-based practice. Learn to craft educational strategies that drive change and ensure clinicians within your organization meet the highest practice and accreditation standards across various disciplines.

UNDERSTAND THE LANGUAGE OF BUSINESS

Clinical knowledge alone won’t suffice. Through UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School, you’ll acquire essential business skills and a solid grasp of broad-based management concepts, equipping you to make informed decisions and lead effectively.

NAVIGATE AND SHAPE HEALTHCARE POLICY

Understanding health-care policy is crucial for influencing how care is organized and delivered. Delve into the intricacies of health policy as it relates to clinical practice education and develop the acumen to shape and advocate for effective policy changes.

DEVELOP LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE

Leadership skills are woven into every aspect of the MHLP 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 healthcare leader.

EARN A DEGREE FROM A WORLD-RENOWNED UNIVERSITY

Join a legacy of excellence at UBC, consistently ranked among the world’s top 40 universities. Benefit from the Faculty of Applied Science’s School of Nursing, ranked one of the best nursing schools 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.

BUILD AN EXPANSIVE PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As an MHLP student, your network will grow exponentially through:

Interaction with world-renowned faculty and health-care educators celebrated for their teaching and research excellence.
Collaboration with motivated peers, bringing diverse experiences and perspectives to enrich your learning.
Business courses alongside professionals from other MEL and MHLP programs, creating a vibrant, multidisciplinary environment.
Access to workshops and presentations by industry leaders, keeping you abreast of current issues and trends.

GO BEYOND

Clinical educators equipped with a deep understanding of educational best practices and business insights are uniquely positioned to lead and innovate within their careers and organizations. As a graduate, you’ll possess the knowledge and skills to confidently step into coveted roles and explore new realms in health-care practice.

Discover how the MHLP in Clinical Education at UBC can transform your career and place you at the forefront of healthcare innovation.