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Build your resilience and thrive amidst change

Imagine a tree growing out of a solid rock like the famous Lone Cypress in California. Most living organisms, no matter how big or small, are tenacious, resilient and thrive even in the toughest conditions. Our program prepares you with the skills to flourish in any business or organization. Learn to anticipate and manage change, ensuring your career and professional growth stays strong throughout each season.

Let your resilience become the foundation of your success.

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Courses and fees

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Program at a glance

Program description

When change is the only constant, resilience is crucial. The Micro-certificate in Change Resilience in the Workplace is designed to equip professionals with the skills and strategies to adapt to change within diverse situations and environments.

The combination of these courses introduces different skills that will prepare learners to plan for and progress through uncertainty and times of change. Through theoretical understanding and practical application, you will develop competencies in project management, and gain an understanding of organizational structures and change-making processes, while enhancing your ability to adapt to today's dynamic and evolving business environments.

Program highlights

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Online Flexibility
This program is delivered online, allowing you to work independently within deadlines set by your instructor. With this format, you don't have to worry about travel or scheduling conflicts while you study. You can work at your own pace, on your own schedule and maintain a balanced lifestyle.
Credibility
The University of Victoria is one of Canada's leading universities, recognized for preparing students for careers in a wide range of disciplines. Upon successful completion of this program you will receive a micro-certificate.
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Manageable
Our Change Resilience in the Workplace program is designed with a busy lifestyle in mind. Learn at your own pace, set personal deadlines and propel your career journey forward.
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Teaching Talent
Our instructors are industry professionals with years of experience. They’re dedicated to helping you develop the knowledge and skills to realize your full potential.
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Versatile
Courses taken through this program can be transferable to other micro-credentials or non-credit programs.

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Through the StrongerBC future skills grant, students may be eligible to receive funding for this program. View details and eligibility

Program outcomes

After completing the Micro-certificate in Change Resilience in the Workplace, you will be able to:

  • effectively anticipate and plan for the impact of change by developing an understanding of how change or other disruptions affect personal and team behaviours within an organization
  • comprehend the fundamental principles of organizational change, including the reasons behind it, common challenges and the impact on organizational culture
  • recognize different types of organizational changes and their implications
  • analyze and evaluate techniques used to effectively plan for and execute organizational change
  • apply resiliency principles to navigate the constantly shifting environment, transforming challenges into opportunities through agility and adaptability

Who is this program for?

This program will appeal to professionals in supervisory roles, who may be impacted by various aspects of change, and are interested in advancing their career or gaining new skills in change resiliency.

If you see yourself reflected in any of the following, this program could be a good match:

  • you enjoy continuous learning and actively look for skill upgrades in strategy development to understand the current trends and principles behind change resilience in the workplace
  • you aspire to develop resiliency skills to lead teams in the future, or through change, with confidence and strategic planning
  • you want to enhance your career prospects and be seen as an adaptable leader
  • you are interested in personal and professional development, specifically in handling and managing change effectively
  • you value adaptability and flexibility in the workplace and seek to reduce workplace stress and resistance to change
  • you are committed to organizational success and personal achievement and regularly look for new professional development opportunities
  • you are open and curious to adopting new strategies and methodologies for improved performance

The program may also appeal to Continuing Studies at UVic students who:

  • have completed one to two of the required courses within a program, but have not registered in a program
  • are currently enrolled in the CBA or DBA programs
  • are CBA/DBA alumni who have completed one to two required courses
  • have started the CBA/DBA but have not finished

Career options

Some of our learners pursue careers in the following roles:

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Courses and fees

There are two required courses in the program. Learners must complete the following:

Two required courses:

  • BMBA 380 - Change Management
  • BMBA 130 - Organizational Behaviour

Plus one of:

  • TECH110 - Project Management

or

  • BMBA 480 Leadership Skills Development
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Two (2) required courses

Plus One (1) electives below

Program planning

A different selection of courses is offered every term. To see our upcoming offerings, please view our anticipated course schedule. Students are welcome to contact our office (bstadvisor@uvic.ca ) for help with course selection.

Estimated fees

Description Fee
Course 1 $605.00
Course 2 $605.00
Course 3 $605.00
Program fee $20.00
Estimated Total $1,835.00*
*IMPORTANT NOTE:
Fees listed in this section are an estimate. Total program fees may vary depending on delivery format, course selections, student fees, textbooks and taxes.

Application information

How to apply

No application is necessary, simply select any of the three courses required for the micro-certificate and register for them independently. When registering, you will have the option to purchase the Micro-certificate in Change Resilience in the Workplace fee at an additional cost of $20. You are only required to select this when registering for one of the three courses.

Once you have completed your third course, your certificate will be electronically issued and sent to you. Certificates will be sent approximately one month after the completion of your third course. 

Note: We are unable to retroactively issue a micro-certificate. Students must purchase the $20 program fee prior to the last day of the last course in the program.

StrongerBC future skills grant

This program is eligible for the StrongerBC future skills grant. To register using this grant please review the eligibility, registration details and funding dates. 

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