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The School of Continuing Studies, in cooperation with the Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies, offers the Diploma in Management with an Entrepreneurship Concentration.

Admission Requirements – Diploma in Management – Entrepreneurship Concentration

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Graduate Programs > Admission Requirements – Diploma Programs, students must have an undergraduate degree in an area other than Commerce or equivalent.

Admission Requirements – Diploma in Management – International Business Concentration

Please see Graduate Programs > Admission Requirements – Diploma Programs.

This program will provide students with the opportunity to develop Internet business knowledge and skills.

Admission Requirements – Diploma in Management – Internet Business Concentration

Please see Graduate Programs > Admission Requirements – Diploma Programs.

The Graduate Certificate in Aviation Leadership program focuses on developing leadership competencies for individuals who wish to advance their careers in aviation.

The Graduate Certificate in CPA Professional Education at Æ»¹ûÒùÔº, an accredited Professional Education Program of CPA Canada, prepares students to write the National CPA Common Final Exams (CFE).

This program is designed to provide a basis of entrepreneurial management knowledge that is essential in today's changing business world.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Entrepreneurship

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, students must have a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time academic studies.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, students must have completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of academic studies, or a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of academic studies and a Diploma in Finance, or a bachelor’s degree in any discipline and a Certificate in Finance with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.

The Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management consists of five courses. This 15-credit graduate-level program is designed to provide specialized business and management knowledge needed by practicing health care professionals.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Health Services Management

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, students must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time academic studies and three years of recent work experience in administrative, research, or clinical positions in a health-related environment; or a bachelor's degree in any discipline and a Certificate in Health and Social Service Management with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0. All applicants must provide their curriculum vitae and two letters of reference.

This program is designed to provide an introduction to the core practices of human resources management.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

1. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree (or equivalent). The minimum CGPA required in the bachelor's degree is 3.0 out of 4.0 or a minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the equivalent of the last two years of full-time university-level academic studies. Applicants must also have a minimum of three years of recent, relevant work experience in the human resources field. Applicants must provide their curriculum vitae and two letters of reference.
2. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree (or equivalent). The minimum CGPA required in the bachelor's degree is 3.0 out of 4.0 or a minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the equivalent of the last two years of full-time university-level academic studies. Applicants must also have a Certified Human Resources Professional designation (CHRP). Applicants must provide their professional designation document.
3. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree (or equivalent). The minimum CGPA required in the bachelor's degree is 3.0 out of 4.0 or a minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the equivalent of the last two years of full-time university-level academic studies. Applicants must also have an undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources Management with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.

This program provides specialized knowledge in areas such as international finance and business relations, which is a necessity in today's changing global marketplace.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in International Business

Please see Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Internet Business

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, students must hold a Bachelor of Computer Science, a Bachelor of Software Engineering, or a Bachelor of Computer Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time academic studies.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Leadership

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, applicants must have a bachelor's degree (or equivalent). The minimum CGPA required in the bachelor's degree is 3.0 out of 4.0 or a minimum CGPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the equivalent of the last two years of full-time university-level academic studies. Applicants must also have a minimum of three years of recent and relevant managerial, supervisory, or project management experience or hold a professional designation. All applicants must provide their curriculum vitae and two letters of reference. Students must also meet the language requirements (see Proof of Proficiency in English).

The Graduate Certificate in Marketing is geared toward individuals who wish to upgrade their existing knowledge and skills in the field.

The program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop a solid understanding of the theoretical foundations and practices of marketing at the graduate level.

The Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting is a 24-credit graduate-level program intended for those who wish to pursue a career as a professional accountant. This program complies with the guidelines established by and must be completed prior to obtaining the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) license.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, students must have a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree with a majors or honours in accounting from a recognized Canadian university with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0. They must also have completed the eleven (11) mandatory prerequisite courses listed in Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (24 credits) with a minimum grade of B- as part of the BCom degree program.

Students who do not have a Canadian BCom (major or honours in accounting) must have a recognized bachelor's degree in any other discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and must have completed the Diploma in Accounting program offered by Æ»¹ûÒùÔº's School of Continuing Studies. This must include completion of the fourteen (14) mandatory prerequisite courses listed in Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (24 credits) with a minimum grade of B-.

All mandatory prerequisite courses (combined) must add up to a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.

Admission Requirements – Graduate Certificate in Public Relations Management

In addition to the admission requirements stipulated in Admission Requirements for Graduate Certificates, students must have a Bachelor of Commerce degree (or equivalent) with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time academic studies.