Mini-MBA for Science, Technology & Engineering Professionals (STEPs)
In today’s competitive environment, leaders who succeed are those with essential business management skills. Our Mini-MBA for Science, Technology & Engineering Professionals offers the knowledge and tools to expand your contribution beyond technical solutions to robust leadership – all while tackling emerging trends in engineering and technology.
This program will help participants to equip themselves to meet changing workforce demands and gain a competitive edge.
Program at a Glance
- Begins: March 9, 2026
- Registration Deadline: February 23, 2026
- Delivery Method: Synchronous Online
- Full program fee: $3,950 + HST
- Funding available
Overview
We know that disruptive technologies (IoT, AI, Blockchain, etc.) are beginning to automate work activities, including some technical job functions. As a result, engineers and technical managers who want to stay competitive and advance their careers need to have more than technical proficiency. There is increasing pressure for them to add business basics to their skill set.
The Mini-MBA Program for Science, Technology & Engineering Professionals (STEPs) is composed of 13 sessions further subdivided into two main modules. The first half of the program (8 sessions) is focused on covering the building blocks relevant to management. The second half of the program delves into the application of these management subjects to various science, technology, and engineering domains. Whereas the first half is more management fundamentals focused, the second is inherently more Science, Technology & Engineering focused.
Topics & Dates
| Module | Topic | Winter 2026 Dates (6:00pm – 9:00pm) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Program Kickoff | March 9, 2026 |
| 2 | Strategy Overview | March 12, 2026 |
| 3 | Innovation Management Overview | March 23, 2026 |
| 4 | Finance Overview | March 26, 2026 |
| 5 | Marketing Overview | March 30, 2026 |
| 6 | Organizational Leadership | April 2, 2026 |
| 7 | Operations Management Overview | April 9, 2026 |
| 8 | Strategic AI Leadership | April 13, 2026 |
| 9 | Emerging Businesses in Science, Technology & Engineering | April 23, 2026 |
| 10 | Science, Technology & Engineering Industry Panel | April 27, 2026 |
| 11 | Science, Technology & Engineering Case Study (Team Assignment Review) | April 30, 2026 |
| 12 | Emerging Trends in Science, Technology & Engineering | May 4, 2026 |
| 13 | Management Topics in Science, Technology & Engineering (Individual Presentations) | May 7, 2026 |
Click here to view a more detailed overview of each module.
Reasons to Enroll
Explore cutting-edge business trends
Identify emerging business and trends in science, technology, and engineering
Advance your career
Advance your critical thinking and communication skills
Understand the foundations of business
Learn the basics of business strategy, marketing, and finance for your industry
Become a stronger, more effective communicator and leader
Learn how to manage operations, lead teams, and transform organizations
Connect and network with industry experts
Connect with and learn from experienced peers and leaders
Stand out from the crowd
Gain sought-after leadership skills and make a meaningful difference in your role
Who Should Attend
- Engineers and technical managers who want to become more resilient by adding business basics to their skill set
- Those in technical roles who want to grow their careers but don’t have time for or are not ready to commit to an MBA or EMBA
- Managers who have had exposure to one functional area and plan to move into a general management position
Instructors
Ahmad Teymouri
- Professor and Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Program Coordinator
Mohamed Al Guindy
- Assistant Professor of Finance at the Sprott School of Business
Patrick van Abbema
- CEO of AltNexus Consulting
Patrick Doyon
- Leadership Coach, Helping Organisations develop their Leaders; and Marketing Lead at Ultra Forensic Technology
Robert Helal
- Head of Collaborative Innovation and Ecosystem, Analytics (IBM Data and AI) at IBM Adjunct Research Professor, Sprott School of Business, Carleton University
