Program Overview | Sessions | Bursary Information

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. A number of bursaries from the Foundation for Women in Film & Television-Toronto are also available. The program consists of six modules scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays, with the exception of the first module which runs Friday to Sunday (February 5-7).

Cost | $3,500 (plus GST). Bursaries are available through the Foundation for Women in Film & Television-Toronto.  

Registration | Limited to 20 participants. The deadline for applications is December 14, 2009. Please fill out an application form  or bursary application form and send to Women in Film & Television-Toronto.

Testimonials

“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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