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f you Google "education for professionals in Canada," no fewer than 522 million results
will appear. This of course doesn't represent how many opportunities are available to
would-be or fledgling executives, but it does suggest enough programs are in operation
to suit virtually anyone's needs.
This is not lost on education providers. "There are more options than ever for
learners in a world that's become just one click away," says Rodrigo Porto, director,
recruitment and admissions, Robert H. Lee Graduate School, at the UBC Sauder School
of Business. "This coincides with an increasing demand for knowledge. People realize
the value of a professional degree. So in turn, we're motivated to be increasingly
progressive in our offerings."
It's not a simple task, but those undertaking it are passionate about the potential
outcomes. Jackie Howard, director of client engagement for executive education at UBC
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