Seniors Care
Degree Benefits
Elevate your healthcare career with the Master of Health Leadership & Policy in Seniors Care 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 Seniors Care. 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.
EXPLORE BEST PRACTICES IN SENIORS CARE
The Master of Health Leadership and Policy (MHLP) in Seniors Care program offers an intensive exploration of both theoretical foundations and evidence-based practices. You’ll delve into the philosophies of care, understand how to create health-promoting organizational structures, and examine the impact of social and physical environments on senior wellness.
UNDERSTAND THE LANGUAGE OF BUSINESS
In the realm of health care, clinical expertise is just the beginning. With courses from UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School, you’ll acquire essential business skills and a comprehensive understanding of management principles to complement your clinical knowledge.
SHAPE HEALTHCARE POLICY
Understanding and shaping health-care policy are critical in determining how care is delivered. Engage with the complex world of health policy, learn its impact on clinical practice, and develop the skills to be an influencer and advocate for effective change.
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
The MHLP in Seniors Care program isn’t just about academic growth—it’s about expanding your professional and personal horizons. You’ll:
- Learn from globally respected faculty and health-care educators, celebrated for their research and teaching excellence.
- Collaborate with driven peers from diverse backgrounds, enriching your learning experience with their varied perspectives.
- Interact with students from other professional graduate programs, broadening your understanding and professional network.
- Attend workshops and talks by healthcare leaders, keeping you at the forefront of the latest developments and trends in your field.
“Our graduates have been very successful and we take great pride in seeing them fan out into the community at large, putting fresh new ideas into practice across all sectors of the health-care system.” – Dr. Alison Phinney, Professor & Researcher
GO BEYOND
With a deep understanding of seniors care best practices and a solid grasp of business principles, you’re perfectly positioned to drive change and lead advancements in your career and the wider health-care system. Our graduates confidently step into influential roles, from director of care to policy coordinators, reshaping the landscape of health care in both public and private sectors. Join us and be the change you wish to see in the world of seniors care.
Application Deadlines
The online application portal for the January 2025 has closed.
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Admissions for the 2026 intake will open on January 1, 2025.
How to ApplyFeatured Alumni
Justin Krzanowski
Seniors Care
Justin Krzanowski is integrating the leadership and health-care knowledge he acquired over the course of his MHLP in Seniors Care to lead a team tasked with developing and implementing discharge policies and procedures from the acute care setting.
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