


A Master of Engineering Leadership (MEL) degree from UBC gives you the credentials and knowledge to confidently take on positions of greater responsibility or make the shift into a new industry sector.
You’ll build your competencies in the architecture, design and selection of ship machinery systems, learning how to use technical tools – such as sequencing, blocks and integration – and exploring ways to optimize operations.
Technical knowledge is not enough. Through courses offered by UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School, you’ll gain foundational business skills, improving your understanding of broad-based management concepts.
Leadership development is embedded throughout the program, giving you ongoing opportunities to lead teams and projects and strengthen your interpersonal skills.
UBC is one of the world’s top 40 universities and its programs and professors have a global reputation for excellence. The Faculty of Applied Science is home to one of North America’s premier engineering schools and the only centre for the study of naval architecture and marine engineering on the Pacific Coast of North America.
UBC Sauder School of Business is ranked first in Canada and 38th in the world for business and management studies, and the school is known for its commitment to rigorous, relevant and experiential teaching.
As a student in the MEL in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering program, you will grow your personal and professional network by:
Engineers who have mastered a technical specialization and the fundamentals of business have a distinct competitive advantage. In demand by both government and industry employers, our graduates are successfully moving into sought-after positions across the marine sector.
“Industry is engaged in all aspects of this program, and our advisory committee includes representatives from organizations involved in ship building, design and operations.” – Dr. Jon Mikkelsen
Learn more about this innovative professional master’s degree from our professors.
2023 Application Deadlines
The online application portal for 2024 admission opens on January 1, 2023.
Round 1: March 30, 2023
Round 2: June 30, 2023
Round 3 (Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada, and US citizens only): August 30, 2023
See how to apply section for full details.
How to ApplyAfter 18 years working in the maritime industry, Anthony Brandon took a sabbatical to expand his knowledge of naval architecture, marine engineering and business leadership. He’s now combining his professional experience with the knowledge he acquired in the program in his new role at Harland & Wolff Group as a Naval Architect in a lead integration function.