Physician Manager Institute (PMI)
The PMI gives physicians the leadership and management tools they need to tackle the challenges of health care management.
Program at a Glance
2008 PMI Brochure | New!2008 PMI Online Registration | FAQ's |
More than traditional content, more than traditional delivery! PMI is a series of highly interactive workshops focused on the needs of physicians seeking senior management and other leadership roles.
PMI offers a focused, results-oriented approach to learning. Participants learn how to lead and manage change, inspire excellence and sustain relationships at all levels in their hospital or health organization.
PMI is the foundation that physicians can use to transform their leadership abilities in the service of their patients.
For Individuals
Why take the stairs when you can take an elevator? Our open enrolment schedule allows you to fast-track your professional development.
Short, intensive workshops are held regularly across Canada, and are supplemented with a variety of e-learning resources.
Register now, and gain a life-long professional support network!
For Organizations
When offered in your hospital or health authority, PMI offers a high impact organization development solution.
All core and elective workshops can be offered to you and your colleagues when and where it is most convenient.
It's an ideal opportunity to enhance the functioning of interdisciplinary teams.
Call now and we will work with you to create an In-house workshop that fits your specific needs, within your budget!
Who should attend?
Physicians contemplating or currently in a leadership or management role (e.g. department head, program director, chief of staff, coordinator or a regional health initiative) OR any physician who wants to make a positive difference, become more effective, and maintain their work-life balance. Teams who attend will gain a shared vocabulary and a learning experience that encourages quicker application of new ideas and concepts.
PMI Faculty
- Expert CMA PMI faculty
Knowledge is seldom effective without an awareness of the context in which it is applied.
Our faculty team brings a deep understanding of the complexities of Canada's health system.
They are experts in creating a supportive and highly interactive environment to provide insights, knowledge, and tools you can use.
They bring a passion for teaching and a commitment to help you succeed.
Dates and Locations 2007-2008
| PMI I | Effective management and leadership begins with self-awareness | |
| Victoria, BC Ottawa, ON Toronto, ON | 2-4 March 2008 15-17 June 2008 19-21 October 2008 | |
| PMI II | High performance teams need inspirational leaders | |
| Victoria, BC Ottawa, ON Toronto, ON | 5-7 March 2008 18-20 June 2008 22-24 October 2008 | |
| PMI III | Negotiation and conflict management: vital skills for success | |
| Vancouver BC Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON Montréal, QC Vancouver, BC | 4-6 November 2007 10-12 May 2008 21-23 September 2008 9-11 November 2008 | |
| PMI IV | Change management: successful planning and implementation | |
| Vancouver BC Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON Montréal, QC Vancouver, BC | 7-9 November 2007 13-15 May 2008 24-26 September 2008 12-14 November 2008 | |
| PMI V | Strategic thinking: acting today while planning for the future | |
| Vancouver, BC | 28-30 November 2008 | |
Elective Levels
| PMI Elective I | Are financial management skills in your leadership toolkit? |
| PMI Elective II | Leading the safety process |
| PMI Elective III | Advancing leadership in physician health |
| PMI Elective IV | Introducing IT into health organizations |
| PMI Elective V | Disruptive physician behaviour: resolving personalized conflict |
Click here for more information on the above mentioned PMI electives.
Registration and general information
| For information Call 800-663-7336 or 613-731-8610 x2319. Email professional_development@cma.ca | |
How to register | |
| Online | New!2008 PMI Online Registration Residents who are CMA members, may qualify for participation in PMI at a reduced cost on a space available basis. While resident registrations are welcomed, these cannot be processed online as they are on a space available basis. If you are interested in inquiring about space availability, please contact the CMA Office for Leadership in Medicine by phone at 800-663-7336 or 613-731-8610 x2261 or by email at professional_development@cma.ca. |
| By mail | Mail the completed registration form and payment to: Coordinator, Registration Conference and Travel Management Canadian Medical Association 1867 Alta Vista Drive Ottawa ON K1G 3Y6 |
| By fax | Fax your registration form and credit card information to the Coordinator, Registration at 613-731-8047 |
| Note | Each registration must be confirmed in writing. Payment must be received before registration is confirmed. Please call the Coordinator, Registration to confirm your enrolment before making any non-refundable travel, accommodation or other arrangements at 1 800 663-7336 or 613-731-8610 x1202. |
Course fees (per level) | |||
| Fee | 5% GST | Total | |
| Early bird CMA Member | $1,290.00 | $64.50 | $1,354.50 |
| Regular rate CMA Member | $1,395.00 | $69.75 | $1,464.75 |
| Regular rate Nonmember | $1,815.00 | $90.75 | $1,905.75 |
- To qualify, payment must be received 60 days before the first day of the workshop.
- Enclose GST exemption certificate, if applicable.
- Other applicable taxes where required.
- 2008 CMA membership fee is $375.
Substitution/cancellation policy
Registration fee, less a $100 administrative charge, is refundable for cancellations received in writing 10 working days prior to the program start date. Substitutions are accepted.
CME credits
CME credits have been granted to the PMI program by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (MOCOMP) and the College of Family Physicians of Canada (MAINPRO-M1). This program qualifies for Category I (A) MOC credits with the Canadian College of Health Service Executives.
Further information
For further information and/or to add your name to our mailing list, please contact CMA Professional Programs at 800-663-7336 or 613-731-8610 x2319; email professional_development@cma.ca.
Harvard ManageMentor
An e-learning resource presented in partnership with Harvard Business School Publishing - a great supplement to the Physician Manager Institute (PMI) workshops. Each topic, developed by world-renowned Harvard Business School faculty, takes about 45 minutes to complete and includes theory, practice, tools, worksheets and tips as well as 2 Harvard Business Review articles pertinent to the topic.
For more information, please contact us via email or by phone at 800-663-7336 x2319.
