The innovation process – developing discoveries and knowledge into marketable products and services – is creating exiting opportunities within the health care sector. New advances in the pharmaceutical, biotech and other entrepreneurial, research-based industries are driving economic growth. But talented leaders are needed to manage this rapid change.

The Master of Management of Innovation (MMI) was developed by the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME) and the Department of Management (University of Toronto at Mississauga) to respond to this demand.

The Competitive Advantage

An accelerated 12-month professional degree, the MMI is designed for individuals pursuing management careers in technology-focused organizations in the health care sector, industry, R&D, or government.

Program highlights:

• Brings together economics, management and technology transfer in a unique interdisciplinary program focused on driving business growth through innovation.
• Faculty are leading researchers in innovation, economics, health policy and management who incorporate the latest research and thinking into their teaching.
• Fast-track program advances student’s career while minimizing the financial burden. 
• Provides the knowledge, skills and strategic perspective required for leaders and senior managers responsible for managing the innovation process.
• Small classes and research seminars provide interactive learning and maximum student-faculty dialogue.
• Bridges private sector and public policy, equipping graduates to manage change in today’s complex policy environment.  
• Curriculum provides strong foundation in economic analysis, technology management, business strategy, finance, accounting, marketing, health policy and health law. A major group project provides the opportunity to apply learnings within the innovation sector.

Maximizing Career Opportunities

The Masters of Management of Innovation was developed in consultation with leaders and future employers in industry, government and research organizations to ensure graduates would meet the needs of their future employers.

Career opportunities for graduates include:

• R&D/ innovation management within universities and research institutes
• R&D/ innovation management/sales and marketing/government relations within industry 
• Industry analyst for investment banks and venture capital companies.
• Policy development/public administration, e.g., science and technology divisions within government or government agencies
• Management consulting

Who should apply?

• Students graduating in science, health sciences, engineering
• Individuals early in their career in areas such as: research or hospital administration; pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device industries. 

Further Information

Please visit www.utm.utoronto.ca/mmi for information on admission requirements, degree requirements and how to apply.