Become a Transformational Leader in the Health Care Sector
As the health care landscape grows increasingly complex and resource-driven, the demand for strong, people-focused leadership continues to rise. Trinity Western University’s MA in Leadership – Health Specialization prepares health care professionals to navigate these challenges with confidence, empathy, and strategic insight.
This graduate program offers a proven leadership model built on teamwork, collaboration, and people-centered care—a model that has demonstrated effectiveness across the Canadian health care system.
Why Choose the MA in Leadership – Health Stream?
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Designed for Health Care Professionals
Tailored to the unique challenges of hospitals, clinics, and care organizations, this program equips leaders to manage complexity and shifting priorities. -
Evidence-Based Leadership Approach
Learn a leadership model rooted in practical experience and real-world outcomes in the Canadian health sector. -
Empower Teams and Improve Patient Outcomes
Strengthen your ability to foster collaboration, improve team performance, and drive results in patient care and system delivery. -
Adapt to Rapid Change in Health Care
Build resilience and agility to lead through health system reforms, innovation, and policy shifts.
What You Will Learn
Graduates of the MA in Leadership – Health Specialization will gain:
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A deep understanding of leadership theories relevant to health care
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Skills in strategic planning, resource management, and system thinking
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Tools to foster effective interprofessional collaboration
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Knowledge of ethical leadership and patient-centered decision-making
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Insight into policy, change management, and innovation in health systems
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The ability to lead teams with compassion, clarity, and cultural sensitivity
Program Outcomes
This program empowers you to:
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Lead effectively in hospitals, clinics, government health agencies, and nonprofits
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Cultivate a vision for patient-centered and community-focused care
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Navigate complex health care systems with ethical and strategic leadership
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Build high-performing teams that improve service delivery and health outcomes
Career Opportunities
With the MA in Leadership – Health Specialization, graduates can pursue a variety of roles in health leadership, such as:
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Health Care Administrator
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Clinical or Department Manager
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Public Health Program Director
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Policy Advisor or Health Strategist
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Long-Term Care or Facility Manager
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Community Health Leader
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Patient Care Coordinator
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Leadership Coach in Health and Wellness
This degree positions you to make a meaningful impact in both public and private health organizations across Canada and beyond.
Campus: Richmond & Langley Campus
- Academic Requirement: The applicant must have a 3- or 4-year bachelor's degree with 60% or higher overall marks.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: Total score 7.0 or higher (Writing/Reading: at least 6.5, Listening/Speaking: at least 6.0) TOEFL: Total score 100 or higher (Writing/Reading: at least 23, Listening/Speaking: at least 20) Duolingo: Total score 130 or higher (Literacy/Comprehension: at least 120, Conversation/Production: at least 105) PTE: Total score 65 or higher (Writing/Reading: at least 56, Speaking/Listening: at least 50)
If a student changes their plans and decides to withdraw their admission, the refund will be given based on the following conditions.
✅ Refund of Admission-Tuition Deposit
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Refunds are available only if your student visa or study permit is denied.
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Email registrar@twu.ca to request a refund.
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Attach a copy of your visa/study permit rejection letter from the Canadian Embassy or Consulate.
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Include your current mailing address in the email.
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Students from Special Requirement Jurisdictions must complete Schedule “A” (attached with your offer).
✅ Deferral of Admission-Tuition Deposit
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You can defer your deposit to a future semester.
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Maximum deferral time is 1 year.
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You must notify TWU before the semester starts (the one you were originally admitted to).
❌ Non-Refundable Deposits & Fees
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Undergraduate Admission Deposit is non-refundable.
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Housing Deposit Pre-Payment is non-refundable.
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International Student Admission-Tuition Deposit ($9,990):
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If you withdraw from TWU, any unused portion is forfeited.
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✅ Full Withdrawal from TWU
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Choose one of the following reasons when submitting your withdrawal:
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❌ Study Permit/Visa Denied
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❌ Full Withdrawal (not visa-related)
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Your account will be reviewed automatically.
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Any eligible credit will be refunded.
✅ Withdraw from a Course
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You may be eligible for a tuition refund if you drop a course.
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The amount refunded depends on the withdrawal date.
- Application Fee: $140
- LOA Deposit: $9,990
- Annual Tuition Fee: $15,240
- Total Tuition Fee: $30,480
- Course Duration: 2 years
- Credentials: Masters
- Intake: September
- Copy of passport
- All academic (High school and Bachelor degree transcripts and certificates)
- IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable
- 2 Reference Letters with company/school's letterhead and referee's signature
- Personal statement
- Student Email ID:
- Student Contact No:
- Student Address:
- Updated Resume/CV
- TWU Application Form
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: