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Leadership in Administration

April 21, 22, 26, & 27, 2022 from Noon to 3pm

Business Leadership for Women Lawyers

April 12, 13, 14, 19, & 20, 2022 from Noon to 3pm

Upcoming Online Events

Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj and Naeema Pasha on 'Futureproof Your Career: How to Lead and Succeed in a Changing World'

February 3, 2022 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST on Zoom

Panel Discussion: 'Let’s Walk the Talk – Practical Steps for Inclusion'

March 22, 2022 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST on Zoom

Intercultural Skills Lab

Navigating Intercultural Complexities

Initiative for Women in Business

The Initiative for Women in Business proudly supports the career development of female professionals. We offer you a blend of practical knowledge and top academic instruction, centered in three key areas: personal performance, leading growth and transition support.

Our programs

Career relaunchers

Back to Work Digital

Back to Work Digital is a specialized online learning program for women who are returning to the labour market after an extended period of absence. In 2021, 50% of the class landed roles within 3 months of completing the program.

Early career to executive

The Judy Project

An enlightened leadership forum for executive women

Leadership Development for
Mid Career Women Digital

(formerly Emerging Leaders)

With nine virtual sessions, a leadership program for mid level women

Leadership Development for
Early Career Women Digital

(formerly Athena)

With four virtual sessions, a program for women who aspire to lead

Business Leadership for Women Lawyers Digital

Designed in collaboration with female lawyers and sponsoring law firms who are committed to advancing female legal talent and increasing organizational performance.

Programs for EAs, Program Coordinators

Leadership in Administration Digital

The Leadership in Administration Program enhances productivity and performance management.

Excellence in Administration

The Excellence in Administration Program will give you the skills and tools you need to achieve and maintain superior administrative performance.

Why programs for women?

Rotman Initiative for Women in Business

Professor Beatrix Dart on the need for the Initiative.

Women-only versus co-ed executive programs

Associate Professor Tiziana Casciaro compares and contrasts women's and co-ed executive development programs. She discusses the unique value that can be added to the experience in women-only classroom settings.