Manuel Dufresne Mba

Manuel Dufresne, MBA, PMP has a diverse range of work experience in project management and operations. Manuel is currently serving as a Project Director at WesTower Communications Ltd. In their previous role, Manuel served as the Director of Operations at Arpi's North Inc. Their experience also includes working as a Sr. Project Manager/Estimator at All Steel Craft Fabricators, where they played a key role in doubling the company's revenue through business development. Manuel revamped project management processes to align with PMI standards and directed various departments. Additionally, Manuel has experience as a Project Coordinator at Frontier Mechanical Services.

Manuel Dufresne, MBA, PMP has an extensive education history in various fields. Manuel began their academic journey in 2010 at Cegep de Trois-Rivieres, where they studied Building Mechanics. In 2012, they pursued a Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology at NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology), which they completed in 2014. During this time, Manuel also obtained a Safety Tickets certification from the Alberta Construction Safety Association in 2013.

Building upon their diploma, Manuel furthered their education at NAIT and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management from 2015 to 2017. This solidified their expertise in the construction industry. Seeking to enhance their business acumen, Manuel pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Alberta. Manuel dedicated three years, from 2018 to 2021, to completing this program and broadening their knowledge in various aspects of business management.

In addition to their formal education, Manuel has obtained several certifications and participated in specialized programs. Manuel became a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute in 2015. Manuel also obtained a Non-Profit Board Internship Certificate from the University of Alberta in 2021, demonstrating their commitment to community engagement and leadership. Manuel expanded their knowledge beyond construction and business by completing the Bloomberg Market Concepts program offered by Bloomberg LP in 2020. Manuel has furthered their networking skills by joining and becoming an Expert Networker in the Ten Thousand Coffees program in 2020 and a member in 2019. Additionally, Manuel holds certifications in Standard First Aid - Level C CPR/AED from St John Ambulance in 2018 and Competent Communicator from Toastmasters International in 2017. Manuel also acquired the NCSO (National Construction Safety Officer) certification from the Alberta Construction Safety Association in 2014. To top it off, Manuel received the LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional) Building Design + Construction certification from the Canada Green Building Council in 2019.

Overall, Manuel Dufresne's education history showcases their commitment to acquiring knowledge and skills in construction, business management, project management, safety, networking, and community engagement.