Build a Specialized Career in Management – Choose Your Focus Area
Start with Core Leadership and HR Skills
Begin your journey with foundational courses in leadership and human resource management, designed to equip you with essential management skills applicable across industries.
Specialize in a High-Demand Management Field
After completing your core courses, you'll choose one of the following career-focused specializations to develop targeted expertise:
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Agricultural & Farming Operations Management
Learn to optimize farm production, manage agricultural supply chains, and lead sustainable farming operations. -
Construction Site Management
Gain practical knowledge in site supervision, construction project planning, safety compliance, and resource coordination. -
Sustainable Energy Technology Management
Explore renewable energy systems, energy efficiency strategies, and sustainable project leadership in green technology industries. -
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
This specialization equips you with in-depth technical knowledge of HVAC systems, including design, installation, maintenance, and energy optimization. You will learn to ensure indoor environmental comfort, comply with codes and standards, and manage HVAC system integration within construction projects. -
Data Management for Professionals (DMP)
The DMP specialization teaches how to collect, analyze, and leverage construction and project data for decision making, performance tracking, and predictive insights. You’ll master tools for data governance, visualization, analytics, and reporting tailored to construction workflows. -
English-Medium Instruction (EMI)
EMI focuses on preparing professionals to deliver instruction, training, or communication in English within technical or construction settings. You’ll develop skills in pedagogical methods, language support strategies, and communication techniques for multilingual, technically oriented environments.
Prepare for Industry-Specific Leadership Roles
These specializations prepare you for leadership and operations management positions in growing sectors, equipping you with the skills to manage projects, teams, and technologies that drive success and sustainability.
Work-Integrated Learning Experience
As part of the program, all students must complete a 16-week work-integrated learning placement. This practical experience can take the form of a job, internship, or volunteer role directly related to your area of study.
Students receive dedicated guidance and support throughout the process, but are ultimately responsible for securing their own placement. Our Program Manager and the ISANS support team will assist you at every stage — from preparing applications to connecting with employers — ensuring a meaningful, career-focused learning experience.
Admission Process
- Submit application online: Upload personal documents and pay admission fee ($200.00)
- Admission Committee Reviews Documents: Review: Transcript, English Proficiency, References and Statement of Purpose.
- Admission Committee Interview: 5 questions about professional experience
- Issue Letter of Offer - LOO: Confirm initial tuition deposit – Due 21 days from LOO
- Issue Letter of Acceptance (LOA) and Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)
- Confirm visa approval (30 days before the start date)
- Academic Requirement: Completion of an undergraduate degree in any discipline A minimum Overall average of 70% of (around a B- or 2.7 GPA) as calculated in your undergraduate degree OR most recent degree. Receive two (2) positive academic or professional references Demonstrate three years of full-time work experience (strongly recommended)
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.5 (6.0) TOEFL: 90 (20) PTE: 61 (50) DUOLINGO: 120
Dalhousie University has specific refund policies for international students, particularly those covered by the International Tuition Guarantee. International students who fully withdraw before the add/drop deadline are generally eligible for refunds, with the effective date being the date the Registrar's Office receives the request. Withdrawals for compassionate reasons are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and refunds may be affected by changes in a student's major or degree
Key Points for International Students:
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Full Withdrawal:
To be eligible for a refund under the International Tuition Guarantee, students must fully withdraw from all courses on or before the add/drop deadline
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Withdrawal Notification:
Students must officially withdraw by submitting written notification to the Registrar's Office. Non-attendance does not constitute withdrawal, and fees will be payable if courses are not officially dropped.
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Compassionate Withdrawals:
If a student is withdrawing for compassionate reasons, their case will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
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Refund Process:
Refunds are processed through Student Accounts, and the refund schedule varies depending on the timing of the withdrawal.
- Application Fee: $200
- LOA Deposit: $5,400
- Annual Tuition Fee: $20,550
- Total Tuition Fee: $27,400
- Course Duration: 16 months
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: Jan-2026
Applicants must submit the following documents:
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Unofficial University Transcripts
– From your undergraduate degree (translated into English).
Note: Successful applicants will later be required to submit official transcripts. -
Proof of English Language Proficiency
– IELTS score of 6.5 overall (or equivalent test result). -
Personal Statement of Purpose
– Explain your motivation, goals, and reasons for applying. -
Résumé / CV
– Highlight your education, professional experience, and achievements. -
Digital Copy of Passport Photo Page
– Clear scanned copy showing your personal details. -
Application Fee: $200 CAD
– Payable at the time of application submission.