Executive Education Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes! Call us at (204) 946-0232 or email us at ExecEdInfo@umanitoba.ca, we would be more than happy to discuss the needs of your team and find the best solution for you.

Do you have staff in multiple locations? Most of our programs have the option of being offered virtually. 

All program materials are included in the program fee. Materials are provided upon commencement of the program. Materials may be emailed to participants prior to the program if necessary.

The University of Manitoba actively supports the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA), which became law in December 2013. All of our materials are available in alternate formats upon request. If you have any questions please contact us.

We do! There will be an opportunity for you to let us know your dietary restrictions when you register. You can submit your dietary restrictions up to 5 business days before the course start date. However, please note that we are not able to accommodate dietary preferences (E.g., keto).
 

We accept cancellations based on the following criteria:

• At least FOURTEEN BUSINESS DAYS before the program, you will receive a full refund.
• THIRTEEN BUSINESS DAYS to TWO BUSINESS DAYS before the program you will not receive a refund; however, substitutions** are available (within the same fiscal year - fiscal year end is March 31).
• If you cancel less than TWO BUSINESS DAYS, or do not attend the program/seminar, you are NOT eligible for any refunds, transfers or credits.

** Substitutions refer to transferring to another program of equal value or substituting another person to attend the registered program.

*** Please note we favour substitutions and there is no cost penalty. If you cannot attend, substituting another person is permitted any time up to and including two days prior to the start of the program. You may also transfer your credit to another program however; all aspects of the cancellation policy apply only to the initial course registration. Any credit must be applied to a program that is offered within the same fiscal year of the originating registration.

For the James W. Burns Executive Education Centre, virtual programs take the in-person experience and transform it into a virtual experience using the video conferencing platform Zoom.

We have worked hard to ensure that our virtual learning environment is just like our in-person classroom. You can still expect the same knowledgeable instructor committed to helping you develop your executive leadership skills, as well as an engaging learning environment with case studies, discussions and breakout sessions.

All of our virtual programs offer the same learning outcomes as their in-person equivalent and provide opportunities to tap into additional functionalities unique to the virtual environment, including polling and virtual chats. We have also optimized class sizes (size varies by program subject) for the virtual experience to ensure you get the most from your program experience.

In addition, Executive Education staff will be available throughout the delivery of your program so that if any questions arise during your virtual learning experience, you can reach them for answers using the ‘chat’ function in Zoom.

Use of a computer or laptop with a stable internet connection, functional microphone, speaker and camera is required. Our virtual programs are delivered using the user-friendly video conferencing platform Zoom. If you have not used Zoom before, it is a free application, and very easy-to-use. We recommend downloading the Zoom desktop client before the start of your program. You can visit the Zoom website for helpful webinars that will introduce you to the basics of how to install and use the platform.

What it is

The Canada-Manitoba Job Grant provides funding to employers to help cover the cost of training their new and existing employees to meet business needs, and to provide Manitobans with the skills they need for available jobs. 

Who can apply

• Private employers
• Non-profit organizations
• Industry associations, sector councils, groups of employers
• Union halls
• First Nations
• Municipal governments

Up to $10,000 per employee

Up to $10,000  per new or existing employee and will not exceed $100,000 per employer

Eligible training time

The Job Grant application is for training that occurs in the current fiscal year. The fiscal year is April 1 to March 31. 
 
Training must be delivered by an external training provider such as the James W. Burns Executive Education Centre. We have many programs to choose from.

Please note that the application intake for 2023/24 is now closed.

Learn more about this Job Grant

In accordance with the UM COVID-19 response update (as of May 1, 2023), masks are encouraged, but not required. Please note, we are a mask-friendly facility and welcome you to wear a mask if you wish to do so.

Please check the UM COVID-19 response webpage prior to your program for any protocol updates. If you have any additional questions, please contact us.

No.  As all of our programs are less than 3 consecutive weeks in duration, they do not meet the CRA eligibility criteria for the issuance of a T2202.