Stay on the cutting edge.
Information technology touches all aspects of our lives: how we work, how we make decisions, how we communicate, and how we entertain ourselves. These days, to be successful in almost any profession—from business to law, health care, finance or education—you need to know how to use and manage technologies. Our diverse selection of data analytics, computing and technology courses will help you navigate and advance your way through your career. You will learn how to make your workplace more productive, secure and connected.
Professional programs
If you are looking to add relevant and highly marketable skills to your resume or toolkit, our professional programs in computing and technlogy could be just what you need to get the competitive edge.
| PROGRAM | Essential Skills for Data Literacy | Business Intelligence and Data Analytics | Administrative Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| CREDENTIAL | Professional Development Certificate | Professional Development Certificate | Professional Development Certificate |
| DELIVERY STYLE | Online | Online, Blended | Online, Blended |
| COURSES TO COMPLETE | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| START DATES | Various Jan. – March 2021 | Ongoing | Ongoing |
| PROGRAM FEES | Fully funded for qualifying applicants | $2,105.00 | $2,105.00 |
| BEST SUITED FOR | Those looking to upskill or reskill a competitive edge in the labour market. | Recent graduate or career professional looking to add relevant and highly marketable skills to your resume or toolkit. | Those who do not have previous education or background in computing as well as those who need to retrain or upgrade their present computer skills. |
| MORE DETAILS | View Program | View Program | View Program |
Online technology and community courses
Each term, we offer a variety of online courses for professionals wanting to enhance their knowledge of technology and information systems as well as community courses on leading edge topics such as coding, social media and animatronics. View list below for current offerings.
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Advanced Web Design, CSS and JavaScript Frameworks
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Artificial Intelligence and You
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Basic Design Principles
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Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Fundamentals
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Computing Concepts
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Data Analytics Coding Fundamentals
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Data Analytics Provisioning, Importing, Extracting and Manipulation
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Data Visualization and Reporting
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Digital Communication
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E-Learning: Design and Development
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Human Side of Information Systems
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Intermediate Adobe Illustrator
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Intermediate Adobe Photoshop
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Introduction to Adobe After Effects
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Introduction to Adobe Illustrator
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Introduction to Adobe InDesign
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Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
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Introduction to SketchUp
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Introduction to Video Editing
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Introduction to Web Design
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iPhone/iPad Artography
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IT Security and Privacy
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Management Computing
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Managing in the Digital Economy
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Microsoft Office Bootcamp
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Networks and Network Management
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Podcasting
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Predictive Data Analytics and Modelling
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Project Management
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Systems Analysis and Design
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The Future: The Near Future
Courses open for registration
Courses open for registration
Courses open for registration
Administrative Technology
This micro-credential equips learners with the critical skills sought by employers to succeed in a computerized office—from software and database management to data analytics skills, cloud-based applications, digital communication and more.
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Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
This professional development certificate provides you with the tools, plans and methods to help you give value and meaning to data, and guide you and your organization to success.
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Computer Based Information Systems
The Computer Based Information Systems (CBIS) certificate is an online program designed to help mid-career professionals enhance their foundational knowledge of IT systems.
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Essential Skills for Data Literacy
In the information age, companies and organizations are amassing volumes of data like never before—data that requires people with the right skills to give meaning to, and make use of it, within a broader business context.
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General Studies
This flexible certificate program allows you to customize a course of study to meet your specific learning goals.
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Population Health Data Analysis
The online Population Health Data Analysis program is designed for those who are seeking education and professional development in advanced population health analysis. The goal of the program is to provide participants with strong foundational knowledge and data analysis skills that can support their work within the field of population health.
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