Celebrating Teaching Excellence at Conrad School

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

We are thrilled to congratulate Dr. Janet Boekhorst, Conrad Research Excellence Chair and Associate Professor at the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, for being selected as one of the 2023-2024 Faculty of Engineering Teaching Excellence Award winners!

Professor Boekhorst’s commitment to fostering innovation, engagement, and transformative learning experiences for students strengthens the future of entrepreneurship and business education at the University of Waterloo.

We are incredibly proud to have her on our team and look forward to seeing the continued positive impact she will make in the years to come!

Congratulations, Professor Boekhorst!

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Courses taught by Professor Boekhorst

  • BE 600 - Management and Leadership (Taught in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
    This graduate-level course focuses on the core principles of leadership and management in a business context. Students explore decision-making, strategic thinking, and the interpersonal skills needed to lead successful teams and organizations.

  • BET 340 - Essentials of Entrepreneurial Planning and Execution (Taught in 2019, 2020)
    In this course, students learn how to effectively plan and execute entrepreneurial ventures. It covers everything from market research to financial planning, helping students build the foundational skills needed for launching their own businesses.

  • BET 450 - Leadership (Taught in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
    This course dives deep into the theory and practice of leadership in business. Professor Boekhorst guides students through leadership styles, organizational behaviour, and strategies for influencing and motivating teams.

Professor Boekhorst's Research

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