Program Overview | Sessions | Bursary Information

Please note the 2010 WIFT-T Media Leadership Program is now complete. The next 
WIFT-T Media Leadership Program will take place in 2012.

Click here to view photos from the 2010 program.  

The WIFT-T Media Leadership Program is designed for mid to senior level women and men who want leading-edge academic knowledge and contemporary business and leadership skills required in the Canadian screen-based industry. Participants who complete the program receive a certificate from the Schulich School of Business, York University.

Topics covered in the course include: strategic management, financial literacy, leadership and change management, rights and regulations in a multimedia world, marketing, presentation skills, and managing creativity. The WIFT-T Media Leadership Program features internationally-renowned speakers from the Schulich Executive Education Centre and high profile industry panelists.

To supplement the curriculum, the program also provides exclusive access to industry leaders, peer to peer networking, and one-on-one presentation skills assessment and coaching.

Participants from all segments of the screen-based industry are encouraged to apply. The program consists of six modules scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays, with the exception of the first module which runs Friday to Sunday.

Cost | $3,500 (+ GST). Bursaries will be available for those who qualify through the Foundation for Women in Film & Television – Toronto. Details are to be announced.

Registration | Limited to 20 participants. Application details for the 2012 program are to be announced.

Testimonials for the 2008 WIFT-T Media Leadership Program

“It’s been over a year and a half since I completed the WIFT Media Leadership Program and I look back on the experience with much enthusiasm. The course successfully brought together many aspects of leadership and management – current practices as well as looking ahead to new challenges and opportunities in this industry, be they economic, technological or legislative. The program supported the acquisition of knowledge as well as the development of practical strategies and tools. The breadth of experience of the instructors and the participants lead to fascinating discussions and, sometimes, lively debates. The program remains one of the best professional development experiences that I’ve had.” Susan Cohen, Digital Learning

“This course introduced me to an incredible group of people with a range of expertise truly representative of this diverse and complex industry. The sessions were both thought provoking and informative – I leave armed with practical knowledge that can be readily applied to my day-to-day work.”

“Really like the reframing exercise and exploring elements below the surface – symbolic & human performance.”

“They (the instructors) introduced the concept and then immediately gave the opportunity to apply the learning in our break-out groups with a real example.”

“As I am going through the program, I am envisioning recommendations to others who will benefit.”

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