HIGHER EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION

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Higher Education Administration – At a Glance

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Meet the course facilitators

They needed someone to manage change. We didn’t use the term business analyst. But that’s how I launched my career.

Maureen McVey

185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba

Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada

Learn what you need to know to build a strong foundation for your career in a Canadian university, college, or polytechnic with this NEW ONLINE program.


If you know there is a problem, you must ask why.

James Fatoki

Meet the consultants

Maureen McVey

Certified Professional Business Analyst Professional (CBAP)
Consultant, Business Analysis program

Over 20 years ago, Maureen McVey decided to make a career change. She found an opportunity to move from sales to working on a software development team.


James Fatoki

Certified Professional Business Analyst Professional (CBAP)
Consultant, Business Analysis program

When an organization has a problem, it can be tempting to guess what the issue is and try to fix it right away. But without appropriate business analysis, a lot of time and money can be wasted on solutions that don’t address the underlying problem.


Your instructors and consultants for Higher Education Administration are your experienced guides to the world of post-secondary education. These experts from across Canada are here to show you the ropes, and provide you with insight as you learn about the realities of university, college, and polytechnic administration and its possibilities.

Alan Davis
Facilitator, Higher Education Administration

Alex Wilson
Facilitator, Indigenous Perspectives in Higher Education

Sheelah McLean 
Facilitator, Indigenous Perspectives in Higher Education

Krista Pearson 
Facilitator, Students in Higher Education

Deborah Dunbar 
Program Consultant

Kelly McInnes 
Program Consultant

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Credential

  • Letter of Accomplishment in Higher Education Administration

Program Length

  • 4 courses

Program features

  • For Canadian citizens and permanent residents
  • Part-time, online from anywhere in Canada

Program fees

  • TBA

Learn how higher education works

If you are new to the unique world of higher education, it’s crucial to understand how it works. You need to understand its culture, governance and funding. You need to understand the importance of Indigenization and the students you serve. You need to understand your role, where you are and where you want to go. Higher Education Administration has all of these important things covered in four online courses.

Build skills and your professional network

This is your opportunity to build on your leadership skills, learn from experienced higher education professional instructors from across Canada and network with your colleagues from across Canada. Or, if you are a manager or human resources professional working in a Canadian university, college, or polytechnic, this is the program for your team. Give them that extra edge and help them build their knowledge and confidence in their new workplace. It’s the perfect complement to your institution’s onboarding efforts.

Required courses

This program is for Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Program Courses

Determine the courses you will need to complete this program.

Program Details

Credential: Earn a University of Manitoba Letter of Accomplishment in Higher Education Administration.

Fees: TBD

Expected duration: Four courses

Admission requirements: Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, or mature student status.  If primary language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required.
Learners with 1 (one) or more years of university courses outside of the University of Manitoba must provide an official transcript.