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- Certificate in Accounting
- Certificate in Applied Finance
- Certificate in Applied Marketing
- Certificate in Computers and Information Technology
- Certificate in Entrepreneurship
- Certificate in Health and Social Services Management
- Certificate in Human Resources Management
- Certificate in Indigenous Business Management
- Certificate in Management
- Certificate in Marketing
- Certificate in Public Relations and Communications Management
- Certificate in Risk Management
- Certificate in Software Development
- Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics
- Certificate in Systems Analysis and Design
Certificate Programs in the School of Continuing Studies
Undergraduate programs, university degree not required:
Certificate in Accounting
Certificate in Accounting (30 credits)
The Certificate in Accounting aims to provide students with the appropriate competencies in the area of accounting using learner-centered instructional methods so as to prepare them for a variety of careers in accounting. The program is designed to provide a solid knowledge base in various accounting related fields, such as financial and managerial accounting,...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Accounting (30 credits).
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Certificate in Applied Finance
Certificate in Applied Finance (30 credits)
This program aims to provide students with the appropriate competencies in the area of finance using learner-centered instructional methods to prepare them for a variety of careers in finance. The program is designed to provide a solid knowledge base in various finance related fields, such as corporate finance, investment banking and portfolio management, risk...
For more information, see Certiticate (Cert.) Applied Finance (30 credits).
Certificate in Applied Marketing
Certificate in Applied Marketing
The new Certificate in Applied Marketing is designed to equip students with a solid grounding in marketing terminology and current practices so they will be prepared for entry-level jobs in a range of areas within the marketing field. Focus is on hands-on projects, career networking, and the effects of rapidly changing consumer habits and digital communications technology.
Certificate in Applied Marketing (30 credits)
The Certificate in Applied Marketing is intended for students who wish to acquire basic knowledge of the marketing field that will allow them to aspire to entry-level positions in business, industry, and not-for-profit organizations. It will introduce students to theories and concepts of marketing, and provide an opportunity to apply these in practical situations.
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Applied Marketing (30 credits).
Certificate in Computers and Information Technology
Certificate (Cert); Computers and Information Technology (30 credits) (30 credits)
This tailored program is intended for Indigenous students as a result of the need expressed by the Indigenous community leaders. The twenty first century demands multidisciplinary individuals, teams, communities and organizations. The Certificate in Computers and Information Technology is a bridge to higher- level computer qualifications. It provides a solid...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Computers and Information Technology (30 credits).
Certificate in Entrepreneurship
Certificate in Entrepreneurship (30 credits)
This program is designed primarily for non-business students who are interested in starting a business of their own. It provides a thorough understanding of what is required to start and maintain a sustainable venture. Students will acquire the tools necessary to identify opportunity, assess entrepreneurial potential, produce a business plan, organize, promote and...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Entrepreneurship (30 credits).
Certificate in Health and Social Services Management
Certificate in Health and Social Services Management (30 credits)
The Certificate in Health and Social Services Management will provide learners with an integrated base of management knowledge in the field of health and social services. It will focus on the development of skills in the day-to-day management of the provision of services in terms of both efficiency and human criteria. ...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Health and Social Services Management (30 credits).
Certificate in Human Resources Management
Certificate in Human Resources Management (30 credits)
The Certificate in Human Resources Management provides an introduction to the disciplines and basic practices of human resources management. In addition, the Certificate program presents an overview of the specialized functions and some of the current and future issues in the area of personnel. It prepares students for the job market and to write the CHRP exam.
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Human Resources Management (30 credits).
Certificate in Indigenous Business Management
Certificate in Indigenous Business Management
This certificate introduces the knowledge and competencies essential to starting, promoting, and managing a socially relevant business or organization. It focuses on numerical and financial literacy, as well as fundamental communication and management skills.
Certificate (Cert.); Indigenous Business Management (30 credits) (30 credits)
This tailored program is intended for Indigenous students as a result of the need expressed by the Indigenous community leaders. The twenty first century demands multidisciplinary individuals, teams, communities and organizations. This program introduces the knowledge and competencies essential to starting, promoting, and managing a socially relevant business or...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Indigenous Business Management (30 credits).
Certificate in Management
Certificate in Management (30 credits)
This Certificate program provides an introduction and survey of the underlying disciplines of functional areas in the management field. Emphasis is placed on the development of core competencies in accounting, economics, marketing, and finance, as well as the written and oral communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills required in all sectors of the...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Management (30 credits).
Certificate in Marketing
Certificate in Marketing (30 credits)
Currently under review. Admissions will not be accepted for this academic year.
It is intended that the student who completes the Certificate in Marketing will be prepared for a career in a major area in marketing and will be able to understand and use modern marketing literature.
Note: Corequisite courses are not included in the total credit requirement for the program.
Required Courses (21 credits)
MGCR 211 | (3) | Introduction to Financial Accounting |
MGCR 273 | (3) | Introductory Management Statistics |
MGCR 352 | (3) | Marketing Management 1 |
MRKT 354 | (3) | Marketing Management 2 |
MRKT 357* | (3) | Marketing Planning 1 |
MRKT 451 | (3) | Marketing Research |
MRKT 452 | (3) | Consumer Behaviour |
* Must be taken as the final course in the certificate.
Complementary Courses (9 credits)
9 credits from:
BUSA 464 | (3) | Management of Small Enterprises |
MGCR 382 | (3) | International Business |
MRKT 355 | (3) | Services Marketing |
MRKT 434 | (3) | Topics in Marketing 1 |
MRKT 453 | (3) | Advertising Management |
MRKT 455 | (3) | Sales Management |
MRKT 456 | (3) | Business to Business Marketing |
MRKT 483 | (3) | International Marketing Management |
Certificate in Public Relations and Communications Management
Certificate in Public Relations and Communications Management (30 credits)
The field of Public Relations and Communications Management has been changing dramatically in recent years. Digital (including social media) is changing the way public and organizations communicate. Increased consciousness by companies of their social responsibility, and a need for greater accountability to stakeholders, have led to an awareness in both the...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Public Relations and Communication Management (30 credits).
Certificate in Risk Management
Certificate in Risk Management (30 credits)
Currently under review. Admissions will not be accepted for this academic year.
The key areas addressed in the Certificate in Risk Management are: business organization, statistics, economics, law, risk management and insurance. The completion of this certificate satisfies most of the educational requirements of the Institute of Risk Management for the Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS) Fellow designation.
Certificate in Software Development
Certificate in Software Development (30 credits)
The certificate acts as a bridge to higher-level computing qualifications and provides a solid foundation in the concepts and techniques required for effective planning, design, and development of software applications and systems; and applied computer knowledge in networking and internet technologies. The program provides individuals with the knowledge and skills...
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Software Development (30 credits).
Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics
Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics (30 credits)
The Supply Chain Management and Logistics Certificate program is comprised of 2 core courses and 2 sets of courses. The Production and Inventory Control set will provide students with a strong background in manufacturing supply chain environments and will lead them toward a CPIM designation offered by APICS, provided that the students pass the APICS examinations....
For more information, see Certificate (Cert.) Supply Chain Management and Logistics (30 credits).
Certificate in Systems Analysis and Design
Certificate in Systems Analysis and Design (30 credits)
Currently under review. Admissions will not be accepted for this academic year.
Emphasis of the Certificate in Systems Analysis and Design is placed on practical application of techniques toward the development of business applications. Completing this program will enable the pursuit of a career as an analyst within software development or IT organizations.
Note: Corequisite courses are not included in the total credit requirement for the program.
Required Courses (24 credits)
CCCS 300 | (3) | Programming Techniques 1 |
CCCS 330 | (3) | Database Design and Business Applications Development |
CGMG 210 | (3) | Fundamentals of Project Management |
CMIS 422 | (3) | Information System Security |
INSY 331 | (3) | Managing Information Technology |
INSY 333 | (3) | Systems Analysis and Modeling |
INSY 432 | (3) | IT in Business |
MGCR 331 | (3) | Information Systems |