Short Program in Scientific Management and Entrepreneurship
Program description
This management and research-based entrepreneurial development program provides students with the knowledge and skills to manage projects and human resources and create research-based businesses. Designed to complement a scientific education, the training will prepare students to take on various management duties, whether they are joining the workforce or starting their own businesses.
This program, made specifically for scientists, encourages innovation and the commercialization of discoveries made by INRS research teams.
Employment prospects
- Laboratory manager
- Scientific project manager
- R&D manager
- Business executive
Number
9187
Title
Attestation of graduate studies
Credits
9
Type of studies
Programme court
Study schedule
This program is offered on a part-time basis (three semesters).
Tuition fees
When registering, tuition fees and other expenses vary based on the candidate’s country of origin and their chosen program. Read more
Admission semesters
Fall March 30
Winter No admission
Summer No admission
Applications received after this dates may still be considered.
Admission application
Learn more about the application process
Language of instruction
Courses are given in French.
Language courses are available for non-French-speaking students.
Degree equivalencies
If you obtained your degree in a Canadian province outside Quebec or in another country, check your degree’s equivalency before applying for admission to a program of study.
Program management
Jacques Bernier, Program Director
Official program description
Official description of the Short Program in Scientific Management and Entrepreneurship (PDF in French only)
General information and program-specific questions
Registrar’s Office
Phone: 418 654-2518
Toll-free in Quebec: 1-877-326-5762
Email: registrariat.sesre@inrs.ca
or
General information
ete-enseignement@inrs.ca
General program objectives
The program aims to impart the theoretical foundations of management and research-based entrepreneurial development while solidifying personal and professional skills and abilities. The training will equip students to shoulder the managerial responsibilities required to ensure that a department or scientific business runs smoothly.
After completing the short program, students will be able to:
- situate themselves in relation to their role and aspirations for their scientific and entrepreneurial career
- analyze situations based on different management and human resources management models
- familiarize themselves with the legal context they are working in
- understand current management issues
- contribute to creating and developing their business
- bring the practical applications of research to the public
Admission requirements
Candidates interested in the Short Graduate Program must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a minimum cumulative average of 3.2 out of 4.3.
Students are only admitted for the fall term so that the three courses that make up the program can be taken in order.
Program structure
The short graduate program in management and research-based entrepreneurial development is made up of 9 credits (three courses of 3 credits each).
AFSB1001 Fondement 1. Fondements en management et en gestion des ressources humaines (3 cr.)
Ce cours est constitué de deux modules permettant à l’étudiante et l’étudiant de comprendre et d’analyser des aspects fondamentaux de la gestion organisationnelle dans un contexte d’industrie et d’entrepreneuriat scientifique.
Le premier module abordera le management des organisations de toutes tailles, de tous les secteurs d’activité et leurs performances. Une attention particulière sera portée au secteur des sciences de la vie.
Le deuxième module portera sur les principales pratiques reliées à la gestion des ressources humaines dans l’organisation. L’accent sera mis sur le rôle clé de la fonction des ressources humaines ainsi que les stratégies d’attraction et de rétention du personnel.
AFSB1002 Fondement 2. Contexte légal, contexte financier et les enjeux contemporains de la gestion (3 cr.)
Ce cours est constitué de trois modules permettant à l’étudiante et l’étudiant détenant une formation scientifique d’approfondir ses connaissances en lien avec la gestion, l’entrepreneuriat et les défis contemporains de la gestion.
Le premier module abordera le contexte légal entourant d’une part le milieu du travail et d’autre part le droit des affaires. Le deuxième module se concentrera sur le contexte financier nécessaire à la compréhension du milieu des affaires que ce soit au niveau entrepreneurial, organisationnel que des projets spécifiques. Finalement, le troisième module sera consacré aux défis contemporains de la gestion.
AFSB1003 Projet intégrateur issu de la recherche scientifique (3 cr.)
Ce cours comprenant deux modules représente le projet intégrateur permettant de mettre en application les concepts abordés lors de ce programme court.
Le premier module exposera les notions d’innovation et de créativité au cœur de la gestion d’un projet de recherche ou d’entrepreneuriat scientifique. Le deuxième module incite l’étudiante ou l’étudiant à mettre en application les compétences acquises dans ce programme court à l’aide de l’élaboration d’un projet de son choix.
Language of instruction
Courses are given in French.
Language courses are available for non-French-speaking students.