Overview

The Global Executive MBA for Healthcare and the Life Sciences at the University of Toronto is a premier qualification designed for high-level professionals in the medical, pharmaceutical, and public health sectors. This intensive 15-month programme empowers leaders to navigate the complexities of global health systems while driving innovation within their organisations. By combining rigorous academic theory with practical industry insights, students prepare to transform the future of healthcare delivery and life sciences commerce.

Why Global Executive MBA for Healthcare and the Life Sciences at the University of Toronto?

Studying at the University of Toronto places students at the heart of one of the world's most significant financial and medical hubs. The programme is uniquely structured around international modules in Toronto, Singapore, Milan, and London, offering direct exposure to diverse healthcare systems and global innovation centres. Participants benefit from the Sandra Rotman Centre for Health Sector Strategy and an exclusive Leadership Network, connecting them with senior executives and world-renowned faculty who are experts in health management.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 50197 per year
National fee: CAD 21961 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 22 courses delivered through a hybrid model of in-person immersive modules and live online sessions. Modules may include:

Health Sector Strategy
Leadership Development Practicum
Quantitative Reasoning for Management
Healthcare Innovation
Digital Health
AI in Healthcare
Change Management
Negotiations
Ethics

Careers with Global Executive MBA for Healthcare and the Life Sciences

Graduates are positioned for rapid professional advancement, with a high percentage of students accepting new leadership roles shortly after starting the programme. The University of Toronto provides dedicated career services, including executive coaching and personal branding, to support transitions into senior management. Alumni often secure influential positions in diverse organisations, such as:

University Health Network
Johnson & Johnson
Medtronic
Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development
Canadian Red Cross
Boehringer Ingelheim
Dubai Health Authority

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Accounting for Healthcare and the Life Sciences (HLS)

Business Design Practicum

The Business Environment: Ethics in HLS

Business Operations for HLS

Capstone Project

Corporate Finance and Corporate Governance for HLS

Data Analytics and Strategic Decision-Making in HLS

Decision-Making with Models and Data Digital Health Economics for HLS

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00

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More details

On a rolling basis

Language

English

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Required

GMAT

Required

English language proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS score required for non-English-language degrees.
Successful completion of the Rotman Executive Diagnostic Test (EDT) or the GMAT/GRE.
Current employment in the healthcare or life sciences sectors preferred.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Base of knowledge of healthcare or life sciences organizations
Evidence of academic achievement
Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills
English language proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS score required for non-English language degrees
Successful completion of the GMAT/GRE or the Rotman Executive Diagnostic Test (EDT) is required as part of the application process.
Current employment in the healthcare or life sciences sectors preferred.

Work experience

8+ years of full-time work experience
3+ years in a mid-to-senior leadership, management, or administrative role (or equivalent)

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Tuition Fees

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50197 CAD / year

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21961 CAD / year

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Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

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Funding

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