Maîtrise en
sciences de l'administration - développement des personnes et des organisations (M. Sc.)

In Brief

After completing this program, you will be able to critically examine organizational practices and strategies, understand the development of people and solve problems that involve multiple strategic, organizational and human issues. You will propose innovative, ethical and socially responsible solutions. In addition, this program will offer you an opportunity to undertake a credited corporate internship. If you are already employed, you can complete this internship within your organization if you can fulfill a mandate specifically addressing the development of people and organizations.

During your studies, you can apply to become a student member of the Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines agréés (CRHA). Graduates of this master’s program can also benefit from certain advantages to take the Ordre des CRHA exam. Having completed 30 credits from courses specifically dedicated to human resources will help you obtain this professional designation.

• Certain courses given in hybrid delivery mode: a very flexible formula that combines the advantages of in-class and online teaching. In-class meetings are held once a month or every two weeks, depending on the course’s pedagogical approach.
• Full-time or part-time: you’re the one who decides on the pace of your progress in the program.

Watch the video (in French only) to find out more about this program and attend an information session on the master’s programs (in French only).

Objectives

General Objectives

• Gain extensive knowledge about the development of people and organizations.
• Develop the skills and competencies required to undertake this professional career.
• Develop critical thinking skills.
• Develop ethical and socially responsible thinking skills.
• Learn to communicate effectively.

Specific Objectives

• Solve complex situations that involve multiple strategic, organizational and human issues by creating and developing innovative, ethical and socially responsible solutions.
• Make appropriate use of the knowledge acquired during an intervention in a professional setting.
• Address more general issues pertaining to the management and development of people and organizations.
• Recognize the various issues that emerge in organizations and understand how they affect employees.
• Acquire and apply the knowledge required to fulfill an effective advisory role with organizations and employees.
• Develop interventions that are relevant to the proper development of people and organizations.
• Develop specific skills, particularly with regards to the management of talent, organizational health and strategic issues.

Studies Profiles

International Profile

The international profile (webpage in French only) lets students undertake 1 or 2 semesters at a partner university located outside of Canada. Refer to the database of Université Laval’s International Office (webpage in French only) for the list of partner universities.

Program Benefits

Distance Learning

Ce programme peut être suivi partiellement ou entièrement à distance, une formule qui offre toute la souplesse que vous souhaitez pour concilier les études avec les autres sphères de votre vie. Notez toutefois que certains cours à distance peuvent nécessiter votre présence en ligne à heure fixe dans certains cas. Si vous désirez suivre ce programme entièrement à distance, vous devrez choisir le cheminement sans concentration ou la concentration en développement organisationnel. Vous pourriez aussi devoir cheminer à temps partiel, selon la mise à l'horaire des cours. Consultez le site de la formation à distance pour en apprendre davantage sur cette formule d'enseignement et pour connaître les activités de formation offertes à distance pour cette maîtrise.

Certain Courses Given in English

This program offers you the option of taking certain courses in English. In these courses, although they are taught in English only, you may write your assignments and exams in French. Refer to the list of undergraduate courses (website in French only) offered in English for more details.

Student Exchanges Canada

Internships

Put your knowledge into practice and prepare yourself to meet the demands of the labour market. A perfect opportunity to gain experience in your field of study or research, and a great addition to your resume.

For Whom Is This Program Intended?

Ce programme s'adresse à la personne titulaire d'un baccalauréat en administration, en sciences sociales ou dans un domaine connexe.

Vous avez étudié à l'extérieur du Canada? Découvrez les conditions d'admission selon votre provenance. 

Your Future

Upon arrival at the Faculty, you may be eligible to receive many services offered by the Service du développement professionnel (SDP) (in French only) and participate in the career activities it organizes. Refer to its website to learn about all of the ways in which the SDP can help you develop your career project and make it a reality.

Financial Aspects

Scholarships and Financial Aid

At the Bureau des bourses et de l'aide financière, you will find all the information you need about the possible sources of funding for your studies, including the various government financial aid programs and the admission, excellence and mobility scholarship programs.

Every year, FSA ULaval and its investors invite students who distinguish themselves by the quality of their academic record and who wish to enroll in a master's program to submit an application for numerous admission scholarships averaging $2,000 each. Several scholarships of up to $5,000 are also offered to students who distinguish themselves by their academic results, their leadership and their social and professional involvement during their studies at the MBA or MSc. Mobility scholarships of approximately $2,000, which are complementary to the support provided by Université Laval’s International Office, are also awarded to support study abroad projects.

FSA ULaval Scholarship and Funding Program (in French only)

Success Scholarships

Every year, Université Laval dedicates $5.7 million to the success of its students enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program. The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies Student Success Scholarships reward the completion of the various steps in your program, from admission to graduation.