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Certificate Programs

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Certificate in Accounting

Certificate in Accounting

This certificate provides the academic training necessary for performing the accounting function.

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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).

CPA Contact Information

CPA Contact Information

  • Ordre des CPA du Québec
  • Telephone: 514-288-3256, ext. 2615
  • Email: info [at] cpaquebec.ca
  • Website:
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Certificate in Applied Finance

Certificate in Applied Finance

This certificate provides students with a solid knowledge base in finance and prepares them for a variety of careers in finance.

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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.

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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 in Computers and Information Technology

This certificate provides a solid foundation in the concepts and techniques required for effective planning, design and development of software applications and systems, Internet technologies, applied computer knowledge and networking.

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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

This certificate in Entrepreneurship provides an understanding of what is required to launch and maintain a sustainable venture.

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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

The Certificate in Health and Social Services Management focuses on the development of skills in the day-to-day management of the provision of health services in terms of both efficiency and human criteria.

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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

This certificate provides an introduction to the disciplines and basic practices of human resources management (HRM).

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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.

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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

This certificate prepares students for positions in general management and sets the stage for further management education.

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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

Currently under review. Admissions will not be accepted for this academic year.

This certificate introduces students to theories and concepts of marketing, and provides an opportunity to apply these in practical situations.

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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.

Corequisite

CMSC 101* (3) College Algebra and Functions

* or the exemption by examination test

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
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Certificate in Public Relations and Communications Management

Certificate in Public Relations and Communications Management

This certificate is designed to meet the growing demand for professional expertise in this field. It is both professionally based and student oriented.

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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

Currently under review. Admissions will not be accepted for this academic year.

This certificate will increase the basic knowledge and educational excellence of risk managers and others seeking an education in risk management.

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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.

Required Courses (21 credits)

BUSA 364 (3) Business Law 1
CCOM 205 (3) Communication in Management 1
CEC2 532 (3) Business Economics
CPDV 301 (3) Risk Management
CPDV 302 (3) Risk Control
CPDV 303 (3) Risk Financing
MGCR 211 (3) Introduction to Financial Accounting

Complementary Courses (9 credits)

9 credits from:

ACCT 385 (3) Principles of Taxation
BUSA 368 (3) Business Law 2
CPDV 305 (3) General Insurance 1
CPDV 306 (3) General Insurance 2
MGCR 273 (3) Introductory Management Statistics
MGCR 331 (3) Information Systems
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Certificate in Software Development

Certificate in Software Development

This certificate provides a solid foundation in software application development.

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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

This certificate provides a solid foundation in the concepts and techniques required for a career in the manufacturing supply chain industry.

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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

Currently under review. Admissions will not be accepted for this academic year.

This certificate provides a solid foundation in the concepts and techniques required for effective planning and design of software applications and systems.

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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.

Corequisite

CMSC 101* (3) College Algebra and Functions

* or the Exemption by Examination test

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

Complementary Courses (6 credits)

6 credits from:

CCCS 301 (3) Programming Techniques 2
CCCS 310 (3) Web Development
CCCS 315 (3) Data Structures and Algorithms
CCCS 321 (3) Operating Systems Administration
CCCS 325 (3) Mobile Application Development
CCCS 425 (3) Web Services
CCCS 431 (3) Networking Fundamentals
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