Behind every industry and investment in Atlantic Canada are people with the confidence and leadership ability to turn opportunity into progress.

Education strengthens talent. Talent strengthens organizations. Strong organizations create employment, develop leaders and build capacity within our communities. Together, these positive outcomes contribute to an even better Atlantic Canada

THE IMPACT GOES FAR BEYOND A DEGREE

Fredericton, New Brunswick resident Maybelle Funtañoz demonstrates how personal development can lead to wider possibilities. She wanted to earn her master’s degree, but she was working full-time and raising her young son. The University of Fredericton’s online MBA gave her the path forward.

Her life-changing journey at the University of Fredericton strengthened Maybelle’s business knowledge and changed how she saw herself. She became more confident expressing her ideas and contributing her perspective. Today, she works in human resources within higher education, a role that gives her opportunities to support employees as they recognize their potential and pursue pro-fessional growth. The value of her education now reaches beyond her own career.

KEEPING TALENT CONNECTED TO THE REGION

Flexible access to education is more than an individual benefit. It can help Atlantic Canada develop its existing talent and expand the knowledge already present across the region.

The University of Fredericton’s flexible online campus allows people to continue making meaningful contributions while developing necessary knowledge. Employers benefit as new ideas and capabilities enter the workplace. Professionals can grow their careers while remaining connected to the organizations and communities close to home.

WHEN PEOPLE GROW, THE IMPACT MULTIPLIES

Education begins with the individual, but its effects can move through workplaces and into communities across Atlantic Canada.

• Knowledge enters the workplace. People can apply what they learn to solve current challenges.
• Confidence becomes leadership. Employees speak up and step forward when greater responsibility calls.
• Leadership opens doors for others. One capable mentor can influence another person’s career.
• Stronger organizations support stronger communities. Employers with prepared people are better equipped to respond to change.

AN INVESTMENT IN ATLANTIC CANADA’S FUTURE

The value of education is not only the credential. It is what people go on to do with the knowledge, confidence and perspective they gain.

“The MBA gave me the confidence to say I belong at the table. Now, what am I going to contribute?”

Grow your career while continuing to contribute. Earn more than a degree at UFred.ca.