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BUSINESS SCHOOLS: INNOVATION, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ENVIRONMENT ON THE CURRICULUM

NEW LEADERSHIP: PHILIP STEENKAMP TAKES THE HELM AT ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY

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CONTENTS FEATURES Education innovation Workplace education on a shoestring The road to Royal Roads

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BUSINESS SCHOOLS: INNOVATION, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ENVIRONMENT ON THE CURRICULUM

EDUCATION INNOVATION – 6 New programs hone specific skill sets at B.C. business schools

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PROOFREADER: Christine Rowlands DIRECTOR, SALES AND MARKETING : Pia Huynh SALES MANAGER: Laura Torrance ADVERTISING SALES: Benita Bajwa,

B.C.’S BIGGEST Professional organizations Post-secondary institutions

NEW LEADERSHIP: PHILIP STEENKAMP TAKES THE HELM AT ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY

Blair Johnston, Aileen Mortimer, Corinne Tkachuk, Chris Wilson OPERATIONS MANAGER: Michelle Myers ADMINISTRATOR: Katherine Butler RESEARCH: Anna Liczmanska, Carrie Schmidt

WORKPLACE EDUCATION ON A SHOESTRING — 10 In the absence of large budgets and corporate backing, startups and small companies can employ internal education strategies to keep employees learning

THE ROAD TO ROYAL ROADS — 14 Botswana native Philip Steenkamp takes the helm as the university’s new president and vice-chancellor

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INNOVATION New programs hone specific skill sets at B.C. business schools

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A Former financial adviser Graham Fast is working toward a master’s in environmental economics and management, one of two new graduate programs at Thompson Rivers University combining business and sustainability | SUBMITTED

range of new and innovative programs are on offer at B.C. business schools to suit students with varying goals and to keep up with today’s fast-paced technological and cultural changes. Benjamin Britton, chief strategy officer at Ionomr Innovations Inc., says the Invention to Innovation (i2I) entrepreneurship program at Simon Fraser University’s (SFU) Beedie School of Business equipped him with the “language and information to bridge the gap between academia and business,” allowing him to communicate with technologically minded investors.

Britton, who earned his doctorate in chemistry at SFU, graduated with i2I’s first cohort in 2016. The 33-year-old scientist-entrepreneur was interested in commercializing advanced ion-exchange materials being developed in his PhD lab. Ionomr, now housed

at the University of British Columbia (UBC), began in the SFU chemistry department, based on technology developed in the Holdcroft Group. The company commercializes advanced ion-exchange materials, key components for clean technologies including

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energy storage technologies, fuel cells and industrial chemical recovery.

“Founding a company catapulted me into the company of the leaders of my field, both industrial and academic,” says the 2018 Business in Vancouver Forty under 40 winner. “Ionomr is among the most rapidly scaling early-stage technology companies in Canada.

This growth trajectory would never have been possible without the education, support and, most of all, connections imparted to me through involvement in the i2I program.”

The 11-month, part-time certificate program, which ladders into SFU’s management of technology MBA, is designed for scientists and engineers – especially those in nanotech, biotech, clean tech and advanced materials – wanting to learn how to bring their new products or services to market. Students create a business plan, test business assumptions, build networks and develop a pitch. The program ends with graduating students pitching their products during the Venture Pitch Competition to a panel of judges consisting of angel investors, intellectual property experts and entrepreneurs.

Designed for graduate students, post-doctoral students, faculty and recent alumni of SFU and UBC

Simon Fraser University innovation and entrepreneurship professor Elicia Maine heads Invention to Innovation, a program that teaches graduate-level scientists and engineers business skills to bring new products and services to market | SUBMITTED

graduate programs in science, engineering, health and environmental sciences, the program has so far attracted about 60 students.

Studying part time over three semesters, with one class held weekly in downtown Vancouver, students learn opportunity assessment, market prioritization, innovation management, profiting from uncertainty, finance, leadership and how to develop and validate a business model.

Elicia Maine, SFU innovation and entrepreneurship professor and i2I’s academic director, says the program equips graduate-level scientists and engineers with the perspective and skill set to lead innovation.

“We developed this unique program based on our faculty research on science-based ventures and innovation ecosystems,” Maine explains. “Our goals are to tap into the latent innovation potential of Canadian universities by bringing more breakthrough innovations out of the lab and into the marketplace, and to develop scientists and engineers into champions of innovation who can help Canadian companies.”

FOR PROFIT AND PLANET ■ To address increasing

demand from businesses, governments and non-profits for leaders with management skills in environmental

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in business administration in the first year, in which they learn business essentials before focusing on environmental economics in the second year. While some courses are on campus in Kamloops, others may be completed online, and part-time study options are available. In its first year, the program had 11 students, and in September 2018, 13 new students enrolled in the program.

Laura Lamb, associate professor of economics and program co-ordinator at TRU’s School of Business and Economics, says the programs provide students with a set of skills and knowledge for different careers, including sustainability policy research and development for various levels of government, environmental management and management of non-profit sustainability organizations.

“Firms are increasingly needing and wanting to conduct business in an environmentally responsible manner while wanting to maximize profits,” explains Lamb. “The combination of economics and business courses provides graduates with the skills needed to manage in a sustainable way.”

Graham Fast, a former financial adviser, enrolled in the MEEM program to make a career change that aligns with his interests and skills. The 29-year-old Kamloops resident, slated to graduate in August 2019, hopes to get into business consulting and eventually start his own firm.

“I am very passionate about the environmental problems we face on Earth,” says Fast, who holds a bachelor of business administration from the University of the Fraser Valley. “I started thinking about how I could leverage my schooling to combat climate change. I know for a fact business of any kind will only adopt green projects if there is a profit. When I first heard the term ‘environmental economics,’ I was drawn to this notion of combining two often polarizing words.”

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Benjamin Britton, Ionomr Innovations Inc.’s chief strategy officer, holds a roll of Aemion, an electrolysis and fuel cell anion exchange membrane manufactured at Ionomr’s Vancouver-based facility.

Britton launched the company with the help of Simon Fraser University’s Invention to Innovation entrepreneurship program | SUBMITTED

issues, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) launched two new master’s programs in 2017 that combine business and environmental economics into one degree.

With a focus on both the planet and profit, students choose between a master’s in environmental economics and management (MEEM) or a master of science in environmental economics and management, to be completed over two years. Those with a bachelor of business administration or a bachelor of commerce may be eligible to complete a graduate degree in one year.

With both options, students earn a graduate diploma

students looking to complete an MBA, the choices are plentiful. Adding to the list of newest options, Trinity Western University launched the first international business MBA in Richmond in 2016. The program, designed for students working full time, includes an immersive three-week international travel course, allowing students to visit big-name global businesses and learn best practices.

For those looking for learning opportunities across the country without making a huge time commitment, UBC’s Sauder School of Business recently partnered with HEC Montréal Executive Education to leverage both schools’ expertise through short program exchanges. The first two-day exchange took place in Vancouver in June 2018, when professors from HEC Montréal Executive Education delivered a course in big data and artificial intelligence on behalf of UBC Sauder.

Programs are offered in both English and French.

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WORKPLACE EDUCATION ON A

SHOESTRING

In the absence of large budgets and corporate backing, startups and small companies can employ internal education strategies to keep employees learning

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I Michelle Sing, vice-president of human resources at YWCA Metro Vancouver: “startups and small organizations … need to be innovative in how they provide staff with learning and development opportunities” | SUBMITTED

n a world of constant change, any place of employment needs to have an effective strategy for educational programs to keep up with the evolving demands of the workplace. Yet startups and small businesses are tasked with trying to encourage continuous learning while having limited access to resources and funds. When it can be so easy to fall behind, how can startups and small companies keep their staff prepared for the future?

Accord i ng to M ichel le Si ng, v ice-president a nd award-winning human resources professional at YWCA Metro Vancouver, courses that broaden how an employee can manage a wide range of everyday dilemmas can be the first step in building education that will serve the learner later on.

“Startups and small organizations like ours need to be innovative in how they provide staff with learning and development opportunities,” says Sing. “Employees are often focused on developing their technical skills or only gaining experience that matches their career trajectory.… Soft skills are overlooked, even though

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Max Rivest, co-founder and CEO of Wize Monkey, suggests an employee mentorship program to encourage learning and stresses the importance of networking for small businesses | CHUNG CHOW, BIV ARCHIVES

they’re extremely important when it comes to collaboration, stakeholder management or leading a team.”

Sing, who has over two decades of experience with the YWCA, acknowledges hiring quality employees can be a challenge in B.C., so retention and immediate development of educational efforts are key.

In the startup realm, companies are often quick to employ a large number of people with specific skills, and while they are working toward a certain communal goal, their narrow view early on might inhibit what could be easy but undervalued learning.

“There are courses and resources for developing communication skills, conflict resolution, developing resiliency and a sense of self-awareness, all of which are crucial in today’s workplace,” says Sing.

“Having your staff expand their views across multiple disciplines is equally important, because it helps them think holistically about the company and its objectives.”

For employees looking to gain more from their organization and increase their value in the workplace with specific training that will propel them along their career trajectory, Sing suggests there are structural ways to prompt this learning from within.

“One way to do this is by identifying leaders with

specific skills, knowledge and expertise that can be shared – this kind of workplace education can take the form of presentations or lunch-and-learns,” she says.

“Organizations can also tap into volunteers, partners or retired staff who want to keep engaged. Of course, businesses can also apply to grants that support staff in attending conferences, courses and training opportunities.”

Within organizations, an internally promoted culture of shared learning is often the best chance to encourage employee engagement for minimal cost.

“Mid-to-large-sized employers are spending two to five per cent of salary on training and education.…

This is often not possible for smaller employers,” says Rasheena Atkins, director of human resources solutions at TPD, formerly the Personnel Department Ltd. “Keeping your product or service competitive requires that your employees’ skill set is competitive as well.…

When budget is an issue, smaller employers can promote a learning culture in the workplace to ensure that workplace education is a priority.”

Atkins has been building innovative human resources solutions and services for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. She says delegating certain staff members to attend separate events and then having those

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Workplace education on a shoestring

RASHEENA ATKINS DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES SOLUTIONS, TPD

Mid-to-largesized employers are spending two to five per cent of salary on training and education.…

This is often not possible for smaller employers

attendees share what they learned as a presentation or seminar can be a cost-effective way to disseminate information and also have both teacher and student learn. “‘Train the trainer’ initiatives allow for investment in a course, seminar or conference for small groups of employees to benefit a whole department or company,” says Atkins. “In addition to the cost savings of sending fewer people to an event, the ‘train the trainer’ approach allows employees to showcase their leadership, facilitation and presentation skills by running a session to download what they’ve learned.”

She adds that other low-cost options to create a learning culture might include starting a book club, or reading articles or watching TED talks for later discussion as a group.

Outside of working hours, small-business owners and startups frequently profess the importance of networking.

“You’d be surprised what you can learn from taking someone out for lunch,” says Max Rivest, co-founder and CEO of the Vancouver-based coffee leaf tea company Wize Monkey. “Most of our advisers and eventual investors were simply contacts in the industry that we wanted to learn from.”

R ivest su g gests each employee shou ld h ave a

mentorship program and outline three things he or she wants to learn more about from a chosen mentor, who should usually be someone outside the company.

“At the end of the day, the employee wins because they make a new friend and mentor, and the business wins because the employee is inspired, engaged and more knowledgeable about their field.”

If funds are allocated for outside educational programs or courses that can benefit small businesses and startups, certain events can prove more fruitful than others when trying to inspire employees to grow and share their knowledge base.

Rivest and other small-business owners, including Benjamin Ernst of Earnest Ice Cream, attended workshops offered at the University of British Columbia, sacrificing some dollars to gain what, according to both, is access to education from real industry connections sharing information.

“A lot of series and workshops have a lot of social media guru types, but they aren’t actually founders of companies that have been built up and sold,” says Rivest.

“The value of paying a few hundred dollars to go to four or five different industry people and speakers that are actual players is invaluable.” ç

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THE ROAD TO

ROYAL ROADS Botswana native Philip Steenkamp takes the helm as the university’s new president and vice-chancellor

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PHILIP STEENKAMP PRESIDENT AND VICECHANCELLOR, ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY

There’s nothing quite like it in Canada – a small university largely focused on mid-career professionals and applied education

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ou would think that moving from the hot climate of southern Africa to the more frigid temperatures of southern Ontario would constitute environmental shock. But for Philip Steenkamp, it paled in comparison with the culture shock of moving from the racial tolerance of independent Botswana to the apartheid of South Africa, circa 1980.

“Things were very contentious then,” recalls Steenkamp, the new president and vice-chancellor of Victoria’s Royal Roads University. “The apartheid government of South Africa was really cracking down on all kinds of opposition dissidents.

“The universities were very progressive and there was a lot of anti-apartheid activity on all the campuses. So it was a very engaging time, but also a very frightening time.”

Steenkamp, 56, was born and raised in Botswana, attending high school and university in South Africa.

As a child, he lived in a small town in the Botswana jungle, experiencing the kind of childhood most kids would envy.

“With my siblings and friends, we would kind of run

free in the bush,” he recalls. “Behind our town was a hill that had baboons and the occasional leopard. We really experienced Africa in all its glory.”

The son of a government official who travelled to other countries – his father was a key member of the government under the country’s first president, Seretse Khama – Steenkamp became fascinated with geography, poring over atlases and globes. He recalls his first connection with Canada – the country he would eventually move to – was the soft drink Canada Dry. “I would have this cold drink on a hot day and look at that map of Canada on the bottle, and it looked like such a different place,” he says. “In the back of my mind, I must have thought, ‘I must go there.’”

That he did in the 1980s. A history major, he attended

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Philip Steenkamp is Royal Roads University’s new president and vice-chancellor, effective January 2019 | ROB KRUYT

Queen’s University in Ontario, which had a good African history program. He planned to be a teacher and taught briefly at Queen’s and at the University of Victoria, where he did post-doctorate work and where he became increasingly interested in the British Columbia Indigenous treaty process. When a job as a government negotiator arose, he “jumped at the chance.”

He would eventually become deputy minister for Aboriginal affairs in the B.C. government, as well as later working in the ministries of tourism, culture and the arts, regional economic and skills development, and advanced education. A move back to Ontario saw him work in the provincial government as deputy minister of education and training, colleges and universities.

While there, he oversaw a $6.2 billion investment in post-secondary education.

As a government official, he learned to work not only within government bodies but also with communities, businesses and educational institutions, all important attributes for a university executive.

“It was an amazing apprenticeship for me,” he says.

“When you think about the mid-1990s in B.C. and how contested the treaty process was and how anxious a lot of British Columbians were about it, the big component of that job was consultation, up and down the province.

You had to listen to people and engage with people and deal with a variety of perspectives.”

After 17 years of government service, Steenkamp became vice-president of external affairs at Simon Fraser University (SFU) and then vice-president of external

relations and communications at the University of British Columbia (UBC), before coming to Royal Roads.

His time at UBC coincided with some major controversies, including arriving in the wake of president Arvind Gupta’s resignation, the firing of the creative writing program head for breach of trust and the university’s vote against divestment from fossil fuels.

“On any given day, we [could] have 80,000 people on the Point Grey campus, which is the size of a good-sized city, and that brings with it a whole host of issues,” Steenkamp says.

When searching for a new president and vice-chancellor, the Royal Roads University board took note of how Steenkamp handled things at Point Grey.

“At UBC, Philip stepped into a difficult set of circumstances, calmed things down and got people to focus and move forward,” says Royal Roads board chair Kathleen Birney, who also cited Steenkamp’s ability to work well with Indigenous groups at both UBC and SFU. Steenkamp, who begins a five-year position at Royal Roads in January, relishes the school’s emerging status.

“There’s nothing quite like it in Canada – a small university largely focused on mid-career professionals and applied education,” Steenkamp says, noting that the average age of a Royal Roads student is 40. “It gives people the flexibility to return to learning in a way many traditional universities cannot. People can take courses at Royal Roads to advance their skills and get new credentials while maintaining their careers.” ç

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Professional designations Credentials that boost your qualifications – and what it takes to earn them

ACCOUNTING CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant)

CAREER COUNSELLING CCDP (Certified Career Development Practitioner)

Description: Since 2015, The Chartered Professional

Description: A CCDP knows career development,

Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) is the only regulated professional accounting body in the province of British Columbia. With over 36,000 CPA members and 5,000 CPA students and candidates, CPABC is responsible for the regulation and professional development of CPAs, as well as the training and certification of CPA candidates.

Successful candidates will join one of the world’s largest accounting bodies, with the more than 210,000 CPAs across Canada and the globe pursuing their passion for accounting, business, and finance.

Prerequisites: Four-year, 120-credit-hour university degree or equivalent. In addition to an undergraduate degree, there will be specific subject area coverage that all candidates will be required to complete.

The subject area coverage requirements can be met through approved programs in post-secondary institutions. Students who did not acquire the prerequisite subject area coverage as part of their undergraduate degree will be able to meet these requirements through post-secondary partners across the province, or through the CPA Western School of Business. The prerequisite education required consists of 14 modules; students complete only those courses they require.

Requirements: The CPA professional education program has six modules: two common core modules, common to all candidates, which focus on the development of competencies in management and financial accounting, and the integration of the six core technical competency areas – audit and assurance, finance, taxation, financial reporting, management accounting, and strategy and governance; two elective modules, which allow CPA candidates to develop deeper skills in their areas of career interest (four electives are offered – assurance, performance management, tax and finance – candidates pursuing careers in public accounting must choose assurance and tax); and the final two courses include a capstone integrative module that focuses on the development of the enabling competencies such as leadership and professional skills and the integration of core competencies, and a capstone examination preparation module that prepares CPA candidates for the common final examination. At the conclusion of the six modules, students write a common final examination.

All CPA candidates must also complete relevant, progressive, practical experience that is approved by the CPA profession. Experience can be gained in two ways: pre-approved path, in which CPA candidates will be employed in training positions offered by offices and organizations in training paths pre-approved by the CPA profession; or experience verification model, in which CPA candidates may work for any employer they choose where they will be appropriately supervised and/or mentored, and submit detailed experience reports for approval by the CPA profession.

Costs: Vary.

Administering organization: Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia – CPABC (bccpa.ca).

has skills and expertise in assessment and referral and has interpersonal competence in career development. A CCDP has skills and expertise in at least three of: assessment, facilitated individual and group learning, career counselling, information and resource management, work development and community capacity-building.

Requirements: Master’s degree in related field and at least one year’s related work experience; bachelor’s degree in related field and at least two years’ related work experience; diploma in careerdevelopment practice or related field and at least three years’ related work experience; certificate in career-development practice or related field, or equivalent post-secondary education and at least four years’ related work experience; evidence of all core competencies and three areas of specialization; evidence of completing course in ethics related to career development, counselling or adult education that includes at least 10 hours’ instructional time, as well as course in career-development theory that includes at least 20 hours’ instructional time.

Costs: $157.50 certification fee, $137 annual CCDP membership fee.

Administering organization: BC Career Development Association (bccda.org).

EDITING CPE (Certified Professional Editor) Description: Candidates can become CPEs or earn

separate certifications in proofreading, copy editing, structural editing or stylistic editing.

Requirements: Passing of required tests (four tests for CPE designation). No formal requirements, but at least five years’ extensive editing work experience is recommended.

Costs: For one test, $450 for members or $550 for non-members; for two tests, $850 for members or $1,050 for non-members.

Administering organization: Editors’ Association of Canada (editors.ca).

EVENT PLANNING CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) Description: This designation helps people

employed in meeting management pursue continuing education, increase involvement with industry and gain industry-wide recognition.

Requirements: Three years’ work experience in the industry, having been employed within the last 12 months; a degree in meeting, event, exhibition or hospitality/tourism management and two years’ work experience; three years’ full-time instruction experience in a meeting/hospitality university program. Completion of 25 hours’ continuing education or completion of approved internship/ apprenticeship in the industry with a minimum of

200 hours of work experience. Written exam.

Costs: US$250 CMP application submission fee, US$450 exam registration fee.

Administering organization: Events Industry Council (eventscouncil.org).

CSEP (Certified Special Events Professional) Description: This designation recognizes event professionals who have successfully demonstrated the knowledge, skills and ability essential to perform all components of a special event.

Requirements: To qualify for CSEP exam, a candidate must have a minimum of three years’ full-time professional employment in the special events industry. Documentation of work experience required. Exam is a 4.5-hour computer-based examination scored either pass or fail and consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions and a written portion, both based on the CSEP content outline at ileahub.com/csep.

Costs: US$600 CSEP exam registration fee, US$200 recertification (after five years with 25 industry points, no exam required), C$499 (including $50 administration fee) annual membership fee (administered by Canadian head office, ileacanada.com).

Administering organization: International Live Events Association (ileahub.com).

DMCP (Destination Management Certified Professional) Requirements: To qualify as a candidate for the written exam, applicant must have minimum three years’ destination management experience or bachelor’s degree in hospitality-related major from accredited university; current employment in hospitality; responsibility and accountability for successful completion of destination management programs and a minimum of 90 points on the application.

Costs: US$200 application fee (US$300 nonmembers), US$400 test registration fee (US$500 non-members), US$200 recertification application fee (after five years with 50 continuing experience/ education points).

Administering organization: Association of Destination Management Executives (adme.org).

EXECUTIVE COACHING ACC (Associate Certified Coach), PCC (Professional Certified Coach), MCC (Master Certified Coach) Description: The International Coach Federation (ICF) establishes and administers minimum standards for credentialing professional coaches and coach-training agencies. A coach credentialed by the ICF has coach-specific training, has achieved a designated number of hours of experience and has been coached by a mentor coach.

Requirements: Vary by designation; for details, see coachfederation.org/credential.

Costs: Vary.

Administering organization: ICF (coachfederation.org).

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Professional designations

FAMILY ENTERPRISE ADVISING FEA (Family Enterprise Advisor) Description: The Family Enterprise Advisor

designation demonstrates an advisor’s commitment to excellence in family enterprise advising. Granted to experienced lawyers, wealth managers, accountants, facilitators and family therapists, the designation represents a substantial opportunity in a marketplace where more than 80 per cent of businesses are family-owned. Appointed by the Family Enterprise Xchange (FEX), this designation is unique in the world.

Requirements: Completion of the Family Enterprise Advisor program at the University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business, possession of a professional designation or equivalent, passing of the written and oral components of the designation exam offered by FEX. The multidisciplinary approach teaches advisors to integrate their own disciplines with others to provide collaborative and complementary advice to business family clients, all of whom must navigate the unique challenges of family dynamics, governance, communication and succession planning. Offered only once each year, the program is the education requirement for a designation with FEX. Costs: Completion of program $15,170, includes first year’s membership to FEX, designation; certification fees $750, FEX annual membership fee $795 plus tax thereafter.

Administering organization: FEX (family-enterprise-xchange.com).

FINANCE AND INSURANCE CAIB (Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker), C PIB (Canadian Professional Insurance Broker), CCIB (Canadian Certified Insurance Broker) Description of CAIB: The Insurance Brokers

Association of BC (IBABC) offers the CAIB program through provincial member associations. Designed for property and casualty insurance brokers, CAIB provides insurance knowledge to develop competence and enhance career opportunities.

Four course modules constitute the program and cover personal and commercial lines of insurance plus brokerage management skills. Each course culminates in a national exam. Courses prepare students to meet B.C. licensing requirements.

Requirements for CAIB: Completion of four course volumes and exams. Employment by insurance brokerage that is a member of a provincial brokers’ association that is, in turn, a member of the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada (IBAC).

Description of CPIB: The new senior designation program developed by IBAC and its provincial member associations is specifically designed for property and casualty insurance brokers. The program has three distinct streams: personal lines, commercial lines and broker management. To earn the CPIB designation, students must complete the three mandatory courses and any three of the elective courses in the stream of their choice.

Description of CCIB: CCIB is a senior designation designed for commercial insurance brokers who have already completed their CAIB. The CCIB program is a self-study program involving three exams, which are all practical and experience-based.

Costs: See website for details.

Administering organization: IBABC (ibabc.org).

CCP (Certified Credit Professional) Description: The CCP designation is recognized

as a symbol of excellence in credit management.

The program is delivered online. The credit basics

program (also offered online) can be used as a stepping-stone to this certification.

Requirements: Completion of required courses in financial accounting fundamentals, credit management, micro/macroeconomics, corporate finance fundamentals, business communications, managing credit with information technology, Canadian credit law and advanced credit management. Transfer credits applicable.

Ongoing requirements: Continued membership and participation in a continuing professional development program.

Costs: $150 annual student membership fee, $745 to $845 per course. Fees include textbooks, lesson materials, educational software and sessional exam fees.

Administering organization: Credit Institute of Canada (creditinstitute.org).

CFP (Certified Financial Planner) Requirements: Completion of core curriculum program approved by the Financial Planning Standards Council (FPSC), agreement to abide by FPSC code of ethics and maintain registration in registered candidate program, passing of financial planning examination Level 1, at least one year of full-time (or equivalent) financial planning work experience, completion of an FPSC-approved capstone course, passing of financial planning examination Level 2 and at least two additional years’ full-time (or equivalent) financial planning work experience. Total financial planning work experience must be at least three years. Candidates who qualify under approved prior credential policy (those who hold CA, CGA, CMA, CFA, CLU or FCIA designations, have PhDs in finance, economics or business or are members of a provincial law society) must still complete both exams and successfully complete the capstone course. For all candidates, there is a maximum of four attempts on financial planning examinations. Candidates must meet other administrative requirements and abide by maintenance requirements.

Ongoing requirements: Annual renewal of licence by 30 hours’ continuing education, continued agreement to abide by FPSC code of ethics and adhere to the Marks Use Guide for Canadian CFP Professionals.

Costs: Vary with educational institutions and programs; $450 to $700 for exams (there are early, regular and late-registration fees); $345 annual licensee fee (subject to change). Continuing education fees vary.

Administering organization: FPSC (effective April 1, 2019, FP Canada Standards Council; fpsc.ca).

CIP (Chartered Insurance Professional), FCIP (Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional) Description of CIP: This comprehensive designation

program for property and casualty insurance integrates practical and theoretical knowledge and features concentrations for underwriters, brokers/ agents and adjusters.

Requirements for CIP: Ten courses taken in class, online or by distance learning, five being mandatory, three applied-professional and two elective (chosen from more than 30 available courses).

Costs for CIP: See insuranceinstitute.ca/en/cip-fcipdesignations/cip/fees.

Description of FCIP: Designed to promote leadership skills, the FCIP program provides a comprehensive business education with a specific property and casualty insurance focus.

Requirements for FCIP: Prior completion of CIP course and work experience requirements; current Insurance Institute membership, current CIP membership (for CIP graduates) and an undergraduate degree from a Canadian university or equivalent. (An alternate

route is available for those with a college diploma.)

Completion of FCIP program consists of six courses (delivered online): Strategy in the P&C Insurance Sector, Leading in the Insurance World, Financial Management for Insurance Leaders, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) in the Insurance Sector, Emerging Issues: Implications for the P&C Insurance Leader, and Integrative Learning for the P&C Insurance Sector (a work-based capstone project).

Five years’ relevant work experience by completion of the program.

Costs for FCIP: See insuranceinstitute.ca/en/cip-fcipdesignations/fcip/fees.

Administering organizations: Insurance Institute of BC, Insurance Institute of Canada (insuranceinstitute.ca).

ECBA (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis), CCBA (Certification of Competency in Business Analysis), CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional), CBATL (Certified Business Analysis Thought Leader) Description: The International Institute of Business

Analysis (IIBA) has launched a new global multilevel certification program. This competencybased program recognizes BA professionals’ knowledge and skills. For more information, visit iiba.org/certification-recognition.

Costs: US$60 to US$125 exam application fee, US$110 to US$325 exam fee for IIBA members or US$235 to US$450 for non-members.

Administering organization: IIBA (iiba.org).

GRAPHIC DESIGN CGD (Certified Graphic Designer) Description: Awarded to practising designer who

has completed at least seven years of combined graphic design education and professional practice and whose work and professional integrity are of acceptable standards.

Requirements: Applicants submit membership form and resumé, sign licensing agreement and undergo confidential case study/portfolio review. Practising web and new media designers are eligible to apply for CGD status. Also included in this category are professional design educators and design administrators. Three- or four-year course of studies in graphic design is recommended but not required.

Costs: $300 annual dues.

Administering organization: Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (gdc.design).

HOME INSPECTION Licensed Home Inspector Description: Home inspectors must be licensed

in British Columbia. Licensing and regulation are conducted by Consumer Protection BC. Requirements: Candidate must hold appropriate designation from the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC, Canadian National Association of Certified Home Inspectors, National Home Inspector Certification Council or Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors BC. As of September 1, 2016, membership in a home inspection association is no longer required.

Disclosure of any criminal history, insurance coverage, peer recommendation letter and 50 hours of home inspection with an approved trainer also required. For a complete list of licensing requirements, visit homeinspectionrightsbc.ca.

Costs: Vary by association designation; $713 for new licence and $656 for renewal.

Administering organization: Consumer Protection BC (consumerprotectionbc.ca).

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HUMAN RESOURCES CPHR (Chartered Professional in Human Resources) Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of National Knowledge Exam (NKE), plus a completed experience assessment validated by current employer. This assessment must prove: a minimum of three years working in an HR role within the last 10 years (at least one year must be within Canada), and experience gained using technical HR knowledge and a level of autonomy in the application of HR knowledge. It is not necessary to be a manager or supervisor. Experience covers at least two of the seven required professional capabilities.

Membership in Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR) required. Recertification required every three years by reassessment or with 100 points for professional development activities and experience from various categories.

Costs: $555 annual member dues; $60 CPHR application fee; $400 NKE registration fee.

Administering organization: CPHR (cphrbc.ca).

PHR (Professional in Human Resources), SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources), GPHR (Global Professional in Human Resources) Requirements for PHR: One year’s demonstrated

professional HR experience with master’s degree or higher; two years’ demonstrated professional HR experience with bachelor’s degree; or four years’ demonstrated professional HR experience with less than a bachelor’s degree. Three-hour, 175-question multiple-choice exam.

Requirements for SPHR: Four years’ demonstrated professional HR experience with master’s degree or higher; five years’ demonstrated professional HR experience with bachelor’s; or seven years’ demonstrated professional HR experience with less than a bachelor’s. Three-hour, 175-question multiplechoice exam.

Requirements for GPHR: Two years’ demonstrated global professional HR experience with a master’s degree or higher; three years’ demonstrated professional HR experience (with two of the three being global HR experience) with bachelor’s; or four years’ demonstrated professional HR experience (with two of the four being global HR experience) with less than a bachelor’s. Three-hour, 165-question multiple-choice exam. Certification exams occur twice a year (see website for dates and deadlines).

Recertification required after three years by accumulation of 60 credit hours of HR-related continuing education activities prior to end of the three years or by retaking of exam.

Costs: US$395 PHR exam, US$495 SPHR exam, US$495 GPHR exam. US$100 application fee.

Society for Human Resource Management national members receive US$50 discount when applying for exam.

Administering organization: Human Resource Certification Institute (hrci.org).

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CITP (Certified International Trade Professional) Requirements: Minimum of one year’s professional international trade experience. Completion of Forum for International Trade Training program (FITTskills) or equivalent thereof. There are eight FITTskills courses, each requiring approximately 45 hours’ classroom instruction. Completion of all eight earns candidate the Forum for International Trade Training diploma in international trade. FITTskills courses are available at partner learning institutions from seasoned international trade professionals or online.

Exemptions from course requirements are available

through a prior learning assessment and recognition process, which provides credit for previous work experience and/or education. Designees must adhere to standards of ethical conduct and maintain membership in good standing. Members must engage in ongoing professional development.

Costs: Vary.

Administering organization: FITT (fitt.ca).

LAW B.C. practising lawyer Description: Membership in the Law Society of

British Columbia (LSBC) is required for eligibility to practise law. Eligible lawyers from other jurisdictions may practise in B.C. temporarily.

Requirements: To become a lawyer for the first time, a person must complete a law degree from a Canadian common-law university or obtain a Certificate of Qualification from the National Committee on Accreditation if the law degree is not a Canadian common-law degree. Candidates must then complete the 12-month Law Society Admission Program, which includes nine months of articles and the Law Society’s 10-week Professional Legal Training Course. Lawyers from other jurisdictions can apply to transfer to B.C.; examinations may be required.

Costs: $2,750 (plus GST) for Law Society Admission Program; $1,125 (plus GST) transfer application fee; $2,139.72 annual practice fee plus $1,800 insurance fee.

Administering organization: LSBC (lawsociety.bc.ca).

MANAGEMENT CIM (Certified in Management), C.Mgr. (Chartered Manager) Requirements for CIM: Two years’ proven and recognized Canadian management/administration experience. Completion of certificate in management and administration or graduation from accredited program. The certificate in management and administration program involves completion (minimum grade of 60 per cent) of eight-subject study: six mandatory and two optional courses.

Requirements for C.Mgr.: There are three paths. (1) Graduate degree – master’s degree or doctorate in management, commerce or business administration from an Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) institution or CIM-approved non-AUCC institution (see website for lists); two years’ experience in senior managerial, academic or research position. (2) Undergraduate degree – bachelor’s degree in management, commerce or business administration from an AUCC institution or CIM-approved non-AUCC institution (see website for lists); submission of 25,000-word graduatelevel research paper on a managerial or business administration topic reflecting the applicant’s research or industry interests or submission of substantial portfolio of work demonstrating application of managerial principles; four years’ managerial, academic or research experience. (3) Non-degree – eight-course CIM certificate in management and administration studies or equivalent; 12 additional pre-approved non-introductory courses reflecting a continuation of the concepts covered by the CIM certificate in management and administration studies (or equivalent); submission of 25,000-word graduatelevel research paper on a managerial or business administration topic reflecting the applicant’s research or industry interests or submission of substantial portfolio of work demonstrating application of managerial principles; six years’ senior managerial, academic or research experience; comprehensive

examination (at discretion of C.Mgr. committee).

Additional requirements for all paths: completed C.Mgr. application accompanied by letter of recommendation from a manager or colleague familiar with applicant’s managerial, academic and/ or research experience; two professional/academic reference letters; detailed CV outlining all academic and managerial experience; official transcripts (direct from institution[s] to CIM national office); 500-word statement of interest; and adherence to CIM code of ethics for professional members.

Costs: Vary.

Administering organization: Canadian Institute of Management (cim.ca).

CMC (Certified Management Consultant) Requirements: Minimum undergraduate degree or a CA, CGA, CMA, CPA or P.Eng. designation.

Membership in the Canadian Association of Management Consultants (CMC-Canada). Completion and signature of declaration serving as bond to abide by the association’s Uniform Code of Professional Conduct. For entry stream, at least three years’ experience in management consulting. Candidates must each find two current CMCs in Canada to sponsor them and attest to their experience in management consulting. Completion of required courses of study, written descriptions of three consulting assignments and a structured interview, and references from three clients.

Note: Qualifications are also available in experienced stream, executive stream and approved MBA and continuing education stream (see website for details).

Costs: $542 annual membership fee, $850 oral assessment (interview), $675 upon becoming a CMC. Additional fees assessed for courses of study and examinations.

Administering organization: CMC-Canada (cmc-canada.ca) through affiliate institutes.

PAYROLL PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) Description: The PCP certification is the foundation

for a career in payroll. It provides candidates with the legislative content required to keep an organization compliant throughout the annual payroll cycle, effectively communicate payroll information to all stakeholders and understand the accounting function as it relates to payroll.

Requirements: Four courses including Payroll Compliance Legislation, Payroll Fundamentals 1, Introduction to Accounting, and Payroll Fundamentals 2.

Ongoing requirements: 14 hours of continuing professional education credits earned annually.

Costs: $235 annual membership; online courses available through Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) and classroom courses vary with institution.

Administering organization: CPA (payroll.ca).

CPM (Certified Payroll Manager) Description: The CPM certification builds on

the PCP knowledge and at least two years of payroll compliance experience to develop payroll management skills. It provides the core management subjects and competencies required to manage a payroll department, such as decisionmaking, managing people, project management, organizational policy and strategy development. PCP certification is a prerequisite for this program.

Requirements: Each student must submit an application form and receive approval from the CPA prior to enrolling in the Introduction to Payroll Management course. Students must have at least two years of experience being responsible for an organization’s payroll, which includes being

accountable to management for the accuracy of employees’ pay and all government statutory remittances, or equivalent experience, obtained in the past five years. The CPM program involves five courses: Introduction to Payroll Management, Organizational Behaviour Management, Managerial Accounting, Compensation and Benefits Management, and Applied Payroll Management.

Ongoing requirements: Membership in CPA, adherence to CPA’s code of professional conduct, 21 hours’ continuing professional education credits earned.

Costs: $235 annual membership; online courses available through CPA and classroom courses vary with institution.

Administering organization: CPA (payroll.ca).

PROJECT MANAGEMENT PMP (Project Management Professional)

PMI-RMP (PMI Risk Management Professional) Description: Recognizes demonstrated knowledge

and expertise in specialized area of assessing and identifying project risks while mitigating threats and capitalizing on opportunities.

Requirements: For candidate with high school diploma or global equivalent, 4,500 hours’ project risk management experience and 40 hours’ project risk management education. For candidate with bachelor’s degree or global equivalent, 3,000 hours’ project risk management experience and 30 hours’ project risk management education. For all candidates: 170-question multiple-choice exam.

Ongoing requirements: 60 PDUs to be earned in three-year cycle.

Costs: US$520 for PMI members, US$670 for nonmembers, US$129 membership fee (see website for local chapter information and membership fees).

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

Description: Recognizes demonstrated knowledge

PgMP (Program Management Professional)

and skill in leading and directing project teams and delivering results within schedule, budget and resources.

Requirements: For candidate with high school diploma or global equivalent, five years’ project management experience and 35 hours’ project management education. For candidate with bachelor’s degree or global equivalent, three years’ project management experience and 35 hours’ project management education. For all candidates: four-hour, 200-question multiple-choice exam.

Ongoing requirements: 60 professional development units (PDUs) within three-year cycle.

Costs: US$405 for Project Management Institute (PMI) members, US$555 for non-members, US$129 membership fee (see website for local chapter information and membership fees).

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

skill and performance in oversight of multiple, related projects aligned with an organizational strategy.

Requirements: For candidate with high school diploma or global equivalent, four years’ project management experience and seven years’ program management experience. For candidate with bachelor’s degree or global equivalent, four years’ project management experience and four years’ program management experience. For all candidates: passing of panel review on application, multiplechoice exam, multi-rater assessment.

Ongoing requirements: 60 PDUs, to be earned in three-year cycle.

Costs: US$800 for PMI members, US$1,000 for nonmembers, US$129 membership fee (see website for local chapter information and membership fees).

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)

PMI-ACP (PMI Agile Certified Practitioner)

Description: Recognizes understanding of

fundamental knowledge, processes and terminology, as defined in A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge.

Requirements: For candidate with high school diploma or global equivalent, 1,500 hours’ project management experience or 23 hours’ project management education. Three-hour, 150-question multiple-choice exam.

Ongoing requirements: PDUs not required for CAPM certification holders; instead, there is a re-exam before the end of the five-year certification cycle.

Costs: US$225 for PMI members, US$300 for nonmembers, US$129 membership fee (see website for local chapter information and membership fees).

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

PMI-SP (PMI Scheduling Professional) Description: Recognizes demonstrated knowledge

and advanced expertise in specialized area of developing and maintaining project schedules.

Requirements: For candidate with high school diploma or global equivalent, 5,000 hours’ project scheduling experience and 40 hours’ project scheduling education. For candidate with bachelor’s degree or global equivalent, 3,500 hours’ project scheduling experience and 30 hours’ project scheduling education. For all candidates: 170-question multiple-choice exam.

Ongoing requirements: 60 PDUs to be earned in three-year cycle.

Costs: US$520 for PMI members, US$670 for nonmembers, US$129 membership fee (see website for local chapter information and membership fees).

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

Description: Recognizes demonstrated experience,

Description: Recognizes professionalism in agile

practices of project management.

Requirements: For general project experience, 2,000

hours’ general project management experience earned within the last five years; for agile project experience, 1,500 hours’ agile project management experience earned within the last three years, in addition to the 2,000 general project experience hours; 21 hours’ education accrued in agile project management topics; 120-question exam. Holders of PMP and/or PgMP credentials are already verified to have exceeded the experience requirements.

Ongoing requirements: 30 PDUs/three continuing education units every three years in agile project management.

Costs: US$435 for PMI members, US$495 for nonmembers, US$129 membership fee (see website for local chapter information and membership fees).

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

PfMP (Portfolio Management Professional) Description: For portfolio managers looking to

demonstrate a proven ability to manage and align a portfolio of projects and programs to realize organizational strategy and objectives; increase their visibility and value with their organization; and separate themselves in the eyes of employers.

Requirements: Secondary degree (high school diploma, associate’s degree or the global equivalent) with at least seven years (10,500 hours) of portfolio management experience within the past 15 consecutive years; or four-year degree (bachelor’s degree or the global equivalent) with at least four years (6,000 hours) of portfolio management experience within the past 15 consecutive years. All applicants must possess a minimum of eight years

(96 months) of professional business experience.

Costs: US$800 for PMI members, US$1,000 for nonmembers.

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

PMI-PBA (PMI Professional in Business Analysis) Description: Highlights and validates expertise in

business analysis.

Requirements: Secondary degree (high school

diploma or global equivalent), up to five years (7,500 hours) of business analysis experience earned in the past eight years, 2,000 hours of experience working on project teams and 35 contact hours earned in business analysis practice.

Ongoing requirements: At least 60 PDUs to be earned in three-year cycle.

Costs: US$405 for PMI members, US$555 for nonmembers.

Administering organization: PMI (pmi.org).

REAL ESTATE AACI (Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute), CRA (Canadian Residential Appraiser) Description: The Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC)

grants two designations. AACI designates fully accredited membership and may be used by the holder in connection with appraisal of a wide range of properties. CRA designates a member qualified in appraisal and valuation of individual undeveloped residential dwelling sites and dwellings containing not more than four self-contained family housing units.

The designations identify highly qualified persons who have completed AIC’s rigorous education, experience and examination requirements.

Requirements: Designation comprises a universitylevel program administered by the University of British Columbia as the partner of AIC BC; experience under mentorship of a member of the institute; a written exam; an oral exam; AIC’s mandatory professional practice seminar; and the introductory We Value Canada online workshop. See the “path to designation” section of appraisal.bc.ca.

Administering organization: AIC BC (aicanada.ca/ province-british-columbia/british-columbia).

RI (Real Estate Institute) Description: An RI designation recognizes the

achievement of rigorous standards of education and experience that guarantee a high standard of real estate knowledge.

Requirements: University of British Columbia – bachelor of commerce with a major in urban land economics, urban land economics diploma, bachelor of business in real estate, postgraduate certificate in real property valuation. British Columbia Institute of Technology – marketing management (professional real estate option) diploma. University of Guelph – real estate and housing major in the bachelor of commerce program. Ryerson University – School of Business Management, real estate management major.

Administering organization: Real Estate Institute of BC (reibc.org).

Real Property Administrator (RPA), Facilities Management Administrator (FMA) Description: An RPA designation program is

for property managers and teaches all aspects of operating a commercial building. The FMA designation is for facility managers.

Requirements: Mandatory and elective courses.

Professional experience is necessary to complete the qualification process.

Administering organization: Building Owners and Managers Institute Canada (bomicanada.com).

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SALES AND MARKETING CSP (Certified Sales Professional), CSA (Certified Sales Associate), CSL (Certified Sales Leader) Requirements: College diploma plus 35 hours of recognized professional development in sales aligned to the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) professional sales competencies; a minimum of four years of verified experience independently managing client accounts and meeting or exceeding targets.

Ongoing requirements: A membership in good standing with CPSA. Costs: $300 to $2,000 for sales courses at community colleges, $1,595 for professional sales training offered by CPSA, $598 CSP application and exam fee, $1,795 if registering for training and designation at the same time.

Administering organization: CPSA Sales Institute (cpsa.com).

CRSA (Certified Retail Sales Associate), CFLM (Certified Retail First Level Manager), CJRP (Certified Jewellery Retail Professional) Description of CRSA: Helps sales associates become

expert in all aspects of retail sales. Participants build solid career foundations and gain industry-specific credential that major retailers recognize countrywide.

Requirements for CRSA: Retail sales associate course, multiple-choice exam, in-store evaluation conducted by the corporate research group, 600 hours as retail sales associate.

Description of CFLM: Allows first-level managers to build business skills of professionalism, communication, leadership, human resources, operations, marketing, sales, customer service, administration and planning.

Requirements for CFLM: First-level manager course, multiple-choice exam, telephone interview by the corporate research group, 1,500 hours or one year of on-the-job experience in retail.

Description of CJRP: Designed for jewellery retail store managers and consists of 14 online, selfdirected e-learning modules.

Requirements for CJRP: Complete the program, multiple-choice exam, performance review conducted by We Check, one year of on-the-job experience in jewellery industry.

Costs: $300 for CRSA, $400 for CFLM, $699 for CJRP. Administering organization: Retail Council of Canada (retailcouncil.org).

SCPS (SMEI Certified Professional Salesperson), CSE (Certified Sales Executive), CME (Certified Marketing Executive), SCPM (SMEI Certified Professional Marketer) Description: SMEI Inc., with support of its local

chapter, SMEI Vancouver, offers these four designations.

Requirements: Appropriate education and experience.

Preparation for certification exams available through self-study and other options, including professional courses offered through the University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business.

Costs: Visit smei.org/certification or call 604-266-0090 for details.

Administering organization: Sales and Marketing Executives International Inc. – SMEI Vancouver (smeivancouver.org).

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT APICS CSCP (APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional)

supply chain activities. System is self-directed but can combine with instructor-led courses for students preferring classrooms.

Requirements: A conferred bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or APICS CPIM, APICS CFPIM, APICS CIRM, APICS SCOR-P, APICS CTL, CPM, CPSM or CSM designation; or at least three years of related business experience. Four-hour exam consisting of 175 multiple-choice questions.

Ongoing requirements: Must earn a total of 75 professional development points within five years of receiving designation.

Costs: US$695 exam fee for members or US$965 for non-members, US$220 annual membership.

Corporate membership dues vary with size of organization.

Administering organization: APICS (apics.org).

APICS CPIM (APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management) Description: Looks in depth at production and

inventory activities within internal operations of companies. Focuses primarily on manufacturing.

Provides in-depth view of materials management, master scheduling, production planning, forecasting and quality improvement.

Requirements: Passing of five exams on basics of supply chain management, master planning of resources, detailed scheduling and planning, execution and control of operations, and strategic management of resources. APICS certification review courses and study aids help prepare candidates for exams and are available through British Columbia Institute of Technology part-time studies or online.

Ongoing requirements: Must earn a total of 75 professional development points within five years of receiving designation.

Costs: Course costs vary with delivery method.

APICS Plus member bundle option US$1,680.

Administering organization: APICS (apics.org).

ethics ensures the highest level of integrity. With procurement, operations, logistics and all areas of SCM playing increasingly important roles in organizations, employers benefit from the SCMP’s unique and distinctive competence. Offered through the Supply Chain Management Association – the largest association in Canada for SCM professionals – and taught by distinguished academics and senior practitioners, the SCMP designation program is designed to be taken over 36 months concurrent with full-time employment. In-class and online formats available.

Requirements: Business degree or diploma from a public Canadian university, college or technical institution. Other candidates must complete specific business management courses at postsecondary institutions. Successful completion of eight modules covering foundations of SCM and six interactive workshops addressing highlevel business skills, including SCM; leadership and professionalism; procurement and supply management; negotiation skills; logistics and transportation; communications and relational skills; operations and process management; knowledge management; competitive bidding; contract preparation and contract management; global sourcing; risk management; SCM in the public sector; SCM for services, capital goods and major projects; ethical behaviour and social responsibility. Weeklong session in residence integrates knowledge from the modules and workshops. Program includes a final written examination and a minimum of three years’ progressive SCM experience concurrent with the program.

Ongoing requirements: Minimum 30 maintenance credits on a three-year block period.

Costs: $17,000 to $18,000 approximately over three years.

Administering organization: Supply Chain Management Association of BC (scmabc.ca).

APICS CLTD (APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution)

P.Log. (Professional Logistician), LS (Logistics Specialist)

Description: Covers a comprehensive body of

certification for professionals in logistics certifies competence as global supply chain leaders.

Depending on where you are in your career and what the company needs to succeed, there are two different options to earn the P.Log. designation: a leadership program or a process management program.

Description of LS: For logisticians working in tactical and supervisory careers who are looking for certification to create the foundation for a successful career in logistics. The Logistics Foundation program consists of core modules in the Essential Series, Frontline Logistics and Integrated Logistics Networks.

The program will be completely online with the use of a learning management system. Estimated time to complete the program is one to three months.

Costs: For LS, $1,870 for non-members, $1,683 for associate members, $1,496 for corporate members of Logistics Institute.

Administering organization: Logistics Institute (loginstitute.ca).

knowledge that sets the global standard for best practices in logistics, transportation and distribution.

Requirements: Three years of related business experience or bachelor’s degree or the international equivalent or CPIM, CSCP, CTL, CFPIM, CIRM, SCOR-P, CPM, CSM or CPSM designations. An eightmodule program with an exam that reflects critical areas in logistics, transportation and distribution for the roles and responsibilities of logistics managers.

The exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions (130 operational and 20 pre-test).

Costs: Course costs vary with delivery method.

Exams (administered by APICS) are US$475 for members, US$625 for non-members. APICS Plus member bundle option US$1,200.

Administering organization: APICS (apics.org).

CCLP (CITT-Certified Logistics Professional) Requirements: Candidates who already have a university or college degree or diploma in a business discipline can simply apply for advanced standing toward the CCLP designation. Candidates must have at least five years of experience working in a supply chain or logistics function and successfully complete the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation’s (CITT) five-course suite of expert-level, specialized logistics courses, including three core courses plus two electives (online options available).

Administering organization: CITT (citt.ca).

SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional)

Description: Provides professionals with the

Description: The SCMP designation is the mark of

knowledge necessary for understanding and managing integration and co-ordination of end-to-end

strategic leadership in supply chain management (SCM). An SCMP’s adherence to a code of

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TECHNOLOGY AScT (Applied Science Technologist), CTech (Certified Technician) Description: Applied Science Technologists and

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Experience must be reasonably current, progressive, accumulated and relevant to an approved discipline and supported by references.

Requirements for CTech: Certificate of technology in an applied science and engineering technology program that meets academic requirements for registration in one of 16 applied science technology disciplines in which ASTTBC currently certifies practitioners. Applicant may also demonstrate equivalent outcome competencies to national technology standards. Completion of two years’ experience in field of practice in which certification is sought. Experience must be reasonably current, progressive, accumulated and relevant to an approved discipline and supported by references.

Costs: $256.25 application fee, $353 annual dues for certified members.

Administering organization: ASTTBC (asttbc.org).

ISP (Information Systems Professional), ITCP (Information Technology Certified Professional) Description of ISP: Demonstrates knowledge and technical background in IT. Visit cips.ca/isp.

Description of ITCP: Directed specifically at senior IT practitioners and academics who want to demonstrate that, in addition to possessing IT knowledge, they understand how to use and apply organizational experience effectively to achieve goals and expectations. The ITCP standard has been accredited by the International Professional Practice

Partnership (IP3), and ITCP holders are internationally recognized under the IP3 umbrella. Visit cips.ca/itcp.

Requirements: Documented evidence of ability to meet or exceed established criteria for academic qualifications and relevant experience. Experience must be in role requiring use of significant level of IT knowledge where high level of independent judgment and responsibility is exercised.

Costs: For application and certified member fees, see cips.ca/certification.

Administering organization: CIPS – Canada’s Association of IT Professionals (cips.ca).

proven supervisory or managerial experience). Annual membership with ACTA. Certification steps must be completed within six months of enrolment.

Costs: Visit acta.travellearningcampus.ca for details.

Administering organization: ACTA (acta.ca).

TOURISM CTC (Certified Travel Counsellor), CTM (Certified Travel Manager)

Description: CTP and CTDP are national standards for

Description of CTC: A professional credential based

on ability to perform the knowledge and performance tasks required for meeting expectations for employment within the travel industry.

Requirements for CTC: Enrolment, passing of knowledge exam, minimum of 1,000 hours’ recent and relevant work experience and completion of performance checklist and performance evaluation.

Annual membership with the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA).

Description of CTM: Certification demonstrates competence in meeting job standards set by the travel industry.

Requirements for CTM: Enrolment, passing of knowledge exam, completion of performance evaluation (case-study activities) and five years’ related industry experience (minimum of three years’ applicable travel trade experience and two years’

WORKPLACE LEARNING AND PERFORMANCE; TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CTP (Certified Training Practitioner), CTDP (Certified Training and Development Professional) excellence in workplace learning and performance, stressing the roles of learning and training in today’s organizations.

Prerequisites: For CTP, two years’ part-time experience in instruction/facilitation; for CTDP, four years’ full-time work experience in field.

Requirements for CTP: Knowledge exam on theories and principles of adult learning and facilitation and instruction. Submission of facilitation video or participation in live skill demonstration. Two references validating skill in facilitation.

Requirements for CTDP: Knowledge exam on theory and principles of assessing performance needs, designing training, facilitating training, supporting transfer of learning and evaluating training.

Submission of work project or participation in live skill demonstration in one of three competencies. Two professional references.

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GO Recruitment 601 Broadway W Suite 400, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2 p: 604-871-4166 f: 604-871-4168 e: raymond@gorecruitment.com w: gorecruitment.com Industries served: Soft ware, clean tech, education, manufacturing Lock Search Group 1040 Georgia St W Suite 810, Vancouver, BC V6E 4H1 p: 604-669-8806 f: 604-669-5385 e: fjoe@locksearchgroup.com w: locksearchgroup.com Industries served: Business-to-business, consumer packaged goods, industrial, life sciences, insurance, IT, sales, finance, hospitality, marketing, management, HR, retail, operations, supply chain and logistics

MacDonald Search Group 475 Georgia St W Suite 720, Vancouver, BC V6B 4M9 p: 604-687-6464 e: bruce@macdonaldsearchgroup.com w: macdonaldsearchgroup.com Industries served: Sales, marketing, operations, finance, HR and management positions; consumer products, life sciences, industrial, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, transportation, telecom, business-to-business, retail/ multi-unit, office administration

PERMANENT & TEMPORARY STAFF RECRUITMENT FIRMS

Impact Recruitment 688 Hastings St W Suite 800, Vancouver, BC V6B 1P1 p: 604-689-8687 e: contact@impactrecruitment.ca w: impactrecruitment.ca Industries served: Financial, legal, public sector, construction, forestry and paper, mining, oil and gas, property management, technology, retail

IT/IQ Tech Recruiters 1111 Georgia St W Suite 680, Vancouver, BC V6B 4M3 p: 604-294-1200 f: 604-294-1242 e: contact@it-iq.com w: it-iq.com Industries served: Information technology – soft ware development, infrastructure, PMO, health care, ERP/CRM+BI

Industries served: All industries

Premium Staffing Solutions 1661 2nd Ave W Suite 101, Vancouver, BC V6J 1N3 p: 604-602-9193 e: recruiter@premiumsolutions.ca w: premiumsolutions.ca Industries served: Information technology, engineering, professional services, accounting, food production, manufacturing

Recruiting in Motion 595 Howe St Suite 308, Vancouver, BC V6C 2T5 p: 604-639-1222 f: 604-639-1222 e: vancouver@recruitinginmotion.com w: recruitinginmotion.com Industries served: Accounting and finance, administration and corporate office, sales/ marketing/communications, human resources, legal, IT, engineering, insurance, logistics/warehousing/distribution, operations/manufacturing/production, general labour/trades, special events/ promotions, executive/senior management Recruiting In Motion 9097 120 St, Delta, BC V4C 6R7 p: 604-262-2054 e: delta@recruitinginmotion.com w: recruitinginmotion.com

GO Recruitment 601 Broadway W Suite 400, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2 p: 604-871-4166 f: 604-871-4168 e: raymond@gorecruitment.com w: gorecruitment.com Industries served: Soft ware, clean tech, education, manufacturing Annex Consulting Group Inc 555 Burrard St Suite 950, Vancouver, BC V7X 1M9 p: 604-638-8883 e: scerniuk@annexgroup.com w: annexgroup.com Industries served: All industries

IT/IQ Executive Search 1111 Georgia St W Suite 680, Vancouver, BC V6B 4M3 p: 604-294-1200 f: 604-294-1242 e: executive@it-iq.com w: it-iqexecutives.com Industries served: Exclusively specializes in conducting IT leadership searches for organizations spanning virtually every market sector and vertical

David Aplin Group - Vancouver 1050 Pender St W Suite 1710, Vancouver, BC V6E 3S7 p: 778-372-3476 e: awong@aplin.com w: aplin.com Industries served: Engineering and technical, accounting and finance, sales and marketing, supply chain management, office personnel, IT, human resources, legal, executive/management search

McNeill Nakamoto Recruitment Group 860 Homer St Suite 407, Vancouver, BC V6B 2W5 p: 604-662-8967 f: 604-662-8927 e: askme@mcnak.com w: mcnak.com

Swim Recruiting Inc (legal name is Swim International Recruiting Inc) 601 Cordova St W Suite 330, Vancouver, BC V6B 1G1 p: 604-689-7946 f: 604-689-7950 e: info@swimrecruiting.com w: swimrecruiting.com Industries served: Accounting and finance, information technology, operations, supply chain, HR, marketing and sales, professional services

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Lock Search Group 1040 Georgia St W Suite 810, Vancouver, BC V6E 4H1 p: 604-669-8806 f: 604-669-5385 e: fjoe@locksearchgroup.com w: locksearchgroup.com Industries served: Business-to-business, consumer packaged goods, industrial, life sciences, insurance, IT, sales, finance, hospitality, marketing, management, HR, retail, operations, supply chain and logistics

TEMPORARY STAFF RECRUITMENT FIRMS

MacDonald Search Group 475 Georgia St W Suite 720, Vancouver, BC V6B 4M9 p: 604-687-6464 e: bruce@macdonaldsearchgroup.com w: macdonaldsearchgroup.com Industries served: Sales, marketing, operations, finance, HR and management positions; consumer products, life sciences, industrial, manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, transportation, telecom, business-to-business, retail/ multi-unit, office administration

Wood West & Associates Inc 8047 199 St Suite 107, Langley, BC V2Y 0E2 p: 604-682-3141 e: info@wood-west.com w: wood-west.com Industries served: Recruiting leaders in resource development, civil infrastructure, construction and building engineering and architecture

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BBW International Inc 999 Canada Pl Suite 404, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E2 p: 604-984-0352 f: 604-608-3510 e: vancouver@bbwinternational.com w: bbwinternational.com Industries served: Event staffing, experiential marketing, box office management, registration, cashiers and booth hostesses

Nasco Staffing 128 Pender St W Suite 205, Vancouver, BC V6B 1R8 p: 604-683-2512 e: sales@nasco.ca w: nasco.ca Industries served: Canada’s largest event staffing solution, offering qualified conference, event, promotional and hospitality staff

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New-skills training directory HR TRAINING Capilano University Executive Education 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5 p: 604-984-4910 f: 604-983-7545 e: execed@capilanou.ca w: capilanou.ca/execed Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (B.C. and Yukon) 1111 Hastings St W Suite 1101, Vancouver, BC V6E 2J3 p: 604-684-7228 f: 604-684-3225 e: info@cphrbc.ca w: cphrbc.ca Clear HR Consulting Inc 601 Broadway W Suite 400, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2 p: 604-688-3879 f: 604-688-3841 e: info@clearhrconsulting.com w: clearhrconsulting.com Creativity at Work 2181 38th Ave W Suite 804, Vancouver, BC V6M 1R8 p: 604-327-1565 w: creativityatwork.com Insights Learning and Development Canada West 17 Fawcett Rd Suite 339, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V2 p: 604-522-4229 f: 604-522-4230 e: info@insightscw.com w: insightscw.com JIBC Centre for Conflict Resolution 715 McBride Blvd, New Westminster, BC V3L 5T4 p: 604-525-5422 f: 604-528-5518 e: conres@jibc.ca w: jibc.ca/conres Jouta Performance Group Inc 1055 Hastings St W Suite 300, Vancouver, BC V6E 2E9 p: 604-488-8885 f: 604-642-6606 e: info@jouta.com w: jouta.com Kison Inc & Growth Through Learning 10551 Shellbridge Way Suite 35, Richmond, BC V6X 2W9 p: 604-284-5133 f: 604-284-5132 e: contact@kison.com w: kison.com Korn Ferry 1021 Hastings St W Suite 3000, Vancouver, BC V6E 0C3 p: 778-945-2917 f: 888-210-6976 e: mathe.grenier@kornferry.com w: kornferry.com Royal Roads University 2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2 p: 250-391-2511 f: 250-391-2500 e: info@royalroads.ca w: royalroads.ca Thompson Rivers University 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 p: 250-828-5000 e: futurestudents@tru.ca w: tru.ca UBC Sauder School of Business Executive Education 800 Robson St Suite 1600, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3B7 p: 604-822-8263 f: 604-822-8496 e: exec.ed@sauder.ubc.ca w: sauder.ubc.ca/exec_ed University of the Fraser Valley 33844 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M8 p: 604-504-7441 f: 604-885-7614 e: info@ufv.ca w: ufv.ca

IT TRAINING Alandale Training Corp 6580 Bouchard Crt, Richmond, BC V7C 5H4 p: 604-839-8777 e: info@alandaletraining.com w: alandaletraining.com BCIT High-Tech Professional Programs 555 Seymour St Suite 350, Vancouver, BC V6B 3H6 p: 604-412-7788 f: 604-408-0921 e: htp@bcit.ca w: bcit.ca/cas/htp BrainStation Vancouver 455 Granville St Suite 400, Vancouver, BC V6C 1T1 p: 800-903-5159 e: vancouver@brainstation.io w: brainstation.io/campus/vancouver Global Knowledge Training 1155 Pender St W Suite 650, Vancouver, BC V6E 2P4 p: 855-206-0375 w: globalknowledge.com New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) – Vancouver Campus 701 Georgia St W Suite 1700, PO Box 10104, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1K8 p: 604-639-0942 f: 778-371-7928 e: vanouverinfo@nyit.edu w: nyit.edu/Vancouver On-Track Corporate Training 609 Granville St Suite 650, PO Box 10381, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1G6 p: 604-683-0020 f: 604-683-0045 e: learn@on-track.com w: on-track.com Thompson Rivers University 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 p: 250-828-5000 e: futurestudents@tru.ca w: tru.ca MANAGEMENT/LEADERSHIP TRAINING Art of Leadership Consulting Ltd 1817 Creelman Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 1B7 p: 604-779-2601 e: peter@artofleadershipconsulting.com w: artofleadershipconsulting.com Avail Leadership Box 93094 Willowbrook PO, Langley, BC V3A 8H2 p: 604-866-3399 e: info@availleadership.com w: availleadership.com Canadian Professional Management Services 1140 Pender St W Suite 1240, Vancouver, BC V6E 4G1 p: 604-688-2641 f: 604-688-2642 e: inquiries@cpmsnational.com w: cpmsnational.com Capilano University Executive Education 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5 p: 604-984-4910 f: 604-983-7545 e: execed@capilanou.ca w: capilanou.ca/execed Catalyst Training Services Inc 1200 73rd Ave W Suite 1100, Vancouver, BC V6P 6G5 p: 604-298-5505 e: dan@catalysttraining.ca w: catalysttraining.ca

Clear HR Consulting Inc 601 Broadway W Suite 400, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2 p: 604-688-3879 f: 604-688-3841 e: info@clearhrconsulting.com w: clearhrconsulting.com Creativity at Work 2181 38th Ave W Suite 804, Vancouver, BC V6M 1R8 p: 604-327-1565 w: creativityatwork.com Dale Carnegie Training of BC 4710 Kingsway Suite 1028, Burnaby, BC V5H 4N2 p: 604-299-5115 f: 604-299-5657 e: paul.sinkevich@dalecarnegie.com w: bc.dale-carnegie.ca Dynamic Achievement 1296 Haywood Ave, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1V1 p: 604-926-6465 e: info@dynamicachievement.com w: dynamicachievement.com Insights Learning and Development Canada West 17 Fawcett Rd Suite 339, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V2 p: 604-522-4229 f: 604-522-4230 e: info@insightscw.com w: insightscw.com JIBC Centre for Leadership 715 McBride Blvd, New Westminster, BC V3L 5T4 p: 604-525-5422 f: 604-528-5518 e: leadership@jibc.ca w: jibc.ca/leadership Jouta Performance Group Inc 1055 Hastings St W Suite 300, Vancouver, BC V6E 2E9 p: 604-488-8885 f: 604-642-6606 e: info@jouta.com w: jouta.com Kison Inc & Growth Through Learning 10551 Shellbridge Way Suite 35, Richmond, BC V6X 2W9 p: 604-284-5133 f: 604-284-5132 e: contact@kison.com w: kison.com Korn Ferry 1021 Hastings St W Suite 3000, Vancouver, BC V6E 0C3 p: 778-945-2917 f: 888-210-6976 e: mathe.grenier@kornferry.com w: kornferry.com Kwela Leadership and Talent Management 3695 10th Ave W, Box 39222, Vancouver, BC V6R 1G0 p: 604-417-7188 f: 877-725-8903 e: admin@kwelaleadership.com w: kwelaleadership.com MDA Training Inc 409 Granville St Suite 1005, Vancouver, BC V6C 1T2 p: 866-632-0686 f: 866-203-8715 e: spowell@mdatraining.com w: mdatraining.com Royal Roads University 2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2 p: 250-391-2511 f: 250-391-2500 e: info@royalroads.ca w: royalroads.ca SFU Segal Graduate School of Business 500 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6C 1W6 p: 778-782-5013 f: 778-782-5122 e: grad-business@sfu.ca w: beedie.sfu.ca/graduate

Thompson Rivers University 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 p: 250-828-5000 e: futurestudents@tru.ca w: tru.ca UBC Sauder School of Business Executive Education 800 Robson St Suite 1600, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3B7 p: 604-822-8263 f: 604-822-8496 e: exec.ed@sauder.ubc.ca w: sauder.ubc.ca/exec_ed University of the Fraser Valley 33844 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M8 p: 604-504-7441 f: 604-885-7614 e: info@ufv.ca w: ufv.ca SALES/MARKETING TRAINING Capilano University Executive Education 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3H5 p: 604-984-4910 f: 604-983-7545 e: execed@capilanou.ca w: capilanou.ca/execed Dale Carnegie Training of BC 4710 Kingsway Suite 1028, Burnaby, BC V5H 4N2 p: 604-299-5115 f: 604-299-5657 e: paul.sinkevich@dalecarnegie.com w: bc.dale-carnegie.ca Dynamic Achievement 1296 Haywood Ave, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1V1 p: 604-926-6465 e: info@dynamicachievement.com w: dynamicachievement.com Insights Learning and Development Canada West 17 Fawcett Rd Suite 339, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6V2 p: 604-522-4229 f: 604-522-4230 e: info@insightscw.com w: insightscw.com Kison Inc & Growth Through Learning 10551 Shellbridge Way Suite 35, Richmond, BC V6X 2W9 p: 604-284-5133 f: 604-284-5132 e: contact@kison.com w: kison.com Thompson Rivers University 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 p: 250-828-5000 e: futurestudents@tru.ca w: tru.ca Trainwest Management & Consulting Inc | Sandler Training 4170 Still Creek Dr Suite 110, Burnaby, BC V5C 6C6 p: 604-291-1272 f: 604-291-1279 e: trainwest@sandler.com w: trainwest.ca UBC Sauder School of Business Executive Education 800 Robson St Suite 1600, Vancouver, BC V6Z 3B7 p: 604-822-8263 f: 604-822-8496 e: exec.ed@sauder.ubc.ca w: sauder.ubc.ca/exec_ed University of the Fraser Valley 33844 King Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M8 p: 604-504-7441 f: 604-885-7614 e: info@ufv.ca w: ufv.ca

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Online & distance learning ASQ Vancouver Section

Credit Institute of Canada

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

asq.bc.ca Areas of study: Green and Black Belt Six Sigma training,

creditinstitute.org Description: Continual professional development and work-life

12666 72 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 2M8

customized for any organization with the goal to equip students with the knowledge to make immediate improvements in their organization. In addition, it prepares those who wish to take the ASQ certification exams. The certifications are internationally recognized.

Prerequisites: Some knowledge of Six Sigma and statistics is helpful but not required. Courses can be suited to content and organization requirements.

Costs: Customized pricing based on number of students; please contact education chair at education@asq.bc.ca to discuss your needs.

balance through flexible learning options. All programs and courses are designed for independent study and online delivery.

Web-based technology provides wide range of support, including multimedia lectures, online course tutors and study groups.

Costs: $299 for four-week short module, $425 for 12-week module, CPP course fees vary between $745 and $845 per course.

Athabasca University 1 University Dr, Athabasca, AB T9S 3A3 athabascau.ca Contact: Contact through website Phone: 800-788-9041 Areas of study: Accounting, administration, arts and sciences,

communications, economics, English, finance, human resources management, computer science, information systems, legal studies, management science, marketing, languages, taxation.

Full programs available in arts (master, post-baccalaureate), business (DBA, MBA), counselling (master, baccalaureate, post-baccalaureate), distance education (doctor, master, postbaccalaureate), health/nursing (master, post-master), science and technology. See website for undergraduate programs.

Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

British Columbia Institute of Technology Part-time studies 3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2 bcit.ca/distance Contact: Student information and enrolment services or email

distance@bcit.ca Phone: 604-434-1610 Areas of study: Financial management, business communications, business law, business administration, management studies, human resources management, business systems, computing, media communications, geographic information systems, engineering, health management, specialty nursing, occupational health and safety, venture development Prerequisites: Vary Costs: $400 to $500 for three-credit course in academic studies, computing and business; costs vary for trades, technology and health sciences.

Canadian Virtual University cvu-uvc.ca Areas of study: A national network of Canada’s leading

universities specializing in online and distance education. Offers accredited distance and online degrees, diplomas and certificates recognized by employers and universities worldwide.

Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

Dalhousie University

design, horticulture, community and health studies, science, mathematics and applied sciences, trades and technology, continuing studies, academic and career advancement Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

Centre for Learning and Teaching – Distance Education Halifax, NS B3H 3J5

Langara College

dal.ca/onlinelearning Contact: de@dal.ca Phone: 902-494-1622 Areas of study: Social work (bachelor and master), business

langara.bc.ca Contact: Monica Molag, nutrition and food service management;

administration, public administration, information management, science, health services (diploma). Distance courses listed in the Dalhousie timetable are generally restricted to students enrolled in those specific programs. Contact the course department for further information about program-specific online courses.

Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

eConcordia 1250 Guy St Suite 700, Montreal, QC H3H 2T4 econcordia.com Contact: Customer service, helpdesk@econcordia.com Phone: 888-361-4949 or 514-848-8770 Areas of study: Arts and science, business, fine arts, international

trade, management Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary (credit-course costs are same as Concordia tuition

fees)

Emily Carr University of Art + Design 520 1st Ave E, Vancouver, BC V5T 0H2 ecuad.ca/programs/online Contact: Co-ordinator of student recruitment, student services,

masters@ecuad.ca Phone: 604-844-3897 Areas of study: Design, media arts, visual arts (resident master of applied arts or the low-residency master of applied arts programs) Prerequisites: Four-year bachelor in design, media arts or visual arts from an accredited college or university with an overall grade-point average of 3.0 (B) or higher.

Costs: See website for details.

Human Resources Professionals Association hrpa.ca Contact: webinars@hrpa.ca Description: Live and on-demand webinars, online courses

available Costs: Vary (membership discount)

iTunes U For information about Canadian universities on iTunes U, visit 4icu.org/itunesu

College of the Rockies

Justice Institute of British Columbia

2700 College Way, Cranbrook, BC V1C 5L7

715 McBride Blvd, New Westminster, BC V3L 5T4

cotr.bc.ca/cotronline Contact: Apply online at cotr.bc.ca/registration or email ask@

jibc.ca/courses Phone: 888-865-7764 Areas of study: Certificates, diplomas and degrees in intelligence

cotr.bc.ca Phone: 877-489-2687, ext. 3243 Areas of study: Accounting, marketing, general management, Aboriginal financial management, bachelor of business administration in sustainable business practices Prerequisites: Grade 12 graduation with C or better in Math 11 and English 12 Costs: Vary

kpu.ca/online-learning Phone: 604-599-2100 Areas of study: Business, arts, social sciences, humanities,

analysis, emergency management, public safety, workplace bullying and online human resources and liberal studies courses Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

100 49th Ave W, Vancouver, BC V5Y 2Z6

Janet Ready, recreation management; Serenia Tam, library and information technology; Brian Koehler, computer studies and information systems; Rob Clark, project management (continuing studies online and in class) Phone: 604-323-5511 Areas of study: Nutrition and food service management (twoweek residency), project management, recreation management (bachelor’s degree may require a residency), photography, computer studies and information systems, library and information technology Costs: Vary

McGill School of Continuing Studies 688 Sherbrooke St W Suite 1100, Montreal, QC H3A 3R1 mcgill.ca/continuingstudies Contact: Distance education co-ordinator, info.conted@mcgill.ca Phone: 514-398-6200 Areas of study: Business management and entrepreneurship for

Indigenous people, aviation management, project management, computers and information technology, property management, languages, psychology Prerequisites: Vary

Memorial University of Newfoundland Centre for Innovation in Teaching and Learning G.A. Hickman Building (Education) Room ED-1032, St. John’s, NL A1B 3X8 citl.mun.ca Phone: 709-864-8700 or toll-free 866-435-1396 Areas of study: Arts (bachelor, various), business administration

(bachelor, certificate, diploma), education (master, various), maritime studies (bachelor), nursing (post-RN bachelor, master), technology (bachelor), various academic credit courses Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

Okanagan College Distance education 1000 KLO Rd, Kelowna, BC V1Y 4X8 okanagan.bc.ca/distance Contact: distance@okanagan.bc.ca Phone: 888-638-0058 Areas of study: Over 80 academic courses in the areas of arts and

sciences, business and office administration, health and social development; certificate programs in bookkeeping, health and safety, project management Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

Open Acadia Rhodes Hall, Acadia University, 21 University Ave, Wolfville, NS V4P 2R6 openacadia.ca Contact: openacadia@acadiau.ca Phone: 902-585-1434 Areas of study: Accounting, education, economics, management,

marketing, arts and science Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary; for details see www2.acadiau.ca/online/

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Queen’s Smith School of Business National executive MBA program Stephen J.R. Smith School of Business, Goodes Hall, Queen’s University, 143 Union St, Kingston, ON K7L 3N6 execmba.com Contact: emba@queensu.ca Phone: 888-393-2622 or 613-533-6811 Areas of study: Executive MBA (national), a 16-month program

delivered nationally through on-campus sessions and interactive video-conference sessions. These are broadcast to boardroom learning centres in seven Canadian cities (including Vancouver) and to virtual learning teams in other communities connected via their own computers. This team-based program also offers team, personal, career and lifestyle coaching services.

Prerequisites: Criteria considered are management experience, letters of reference, previous academic experience, responses to essay questions and personal interview.

Costs: $102,000 (all-inclusive)

Queen’s University 68 University Ave, F100, Mackintosh-Corry Hall, Kingston, ON K7L 3N6 queensu.ca/artsci_online Contact: cds@queensu.ca Phone: 613-533-2470 Areas of study: Undergraduate degree-credit courses in social

sciences, humanities, sciences, commerce; certificate in global development studies for professionals, media and pop culture, digital media, effective writing and global political economy of development. More than 125 fully online courses available.

Prerequisites: Application required; no documentation required to take distance degree-credit courses as an interest student.

Course prerequisites vary.

Costs: $685.90 for one-term, three-unit course; $1,371.80 for twoterm, six-unit course

Royal Roads University 2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2 royalroads.ca Contact: rruregistrar@royalroads.ca Phone: 877-778-6227 Areas of study: Business and management (MBA, B.Comm.,

MGM), communication (BA, MA, graduate certificate), conflict and disaster management (BA, BA justice studies, MA, graduate certificate, graduate diploma), environment and sustainability (B.Sc., M.Sc., MA), leadership (MA, graduate certificate), tourism and hospitality (BA, MA, graduate certificate), education studies (MA, graduate certificate), doctor of social sciences, continuing education/executive programs (various) Prerequisites: Vary (flexible) Costs: See royalroads.ca/prospective-students/tuition-and-fees

Ryerson University G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education 350 Victoria St, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3 ryerson.ca/ce Contact: ce@ryerson.ca Phone: 416-979-5035 Areas of study: Business management and economics,

communication and media, community health and well-being, computer and information technology, design, gateway for international professionals, languages, law and government, programs for 50-plus, science and engineering. Approximately 400 courses delivered online and 15 fully online career-related certificate programs (see website for details).

Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

Simon Fraser University Centre for Online and Distance Education 1300 West Mall Complex, 8888 University Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6

kinesiology, mathematics, political science, psychology, publishing, sociology and anthropology, Spanish, statistics, sustainable community development Prerequisites: Admission to SFU Costs: Vary

Simon Fraser University Graduate diploma in business administration Segal Graduate Programs, Beedie School of Business 500 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6C 1W6 beedie.sfu.ca/gdba Contact: gdba@sfu.ca Phone: 778-782-3552 Areas of study: Accounting, economics, quantitative business

methods, management systems, marketing, finance, human resources/organizational behaviour Prerequisites: Non-business undergraduate degree with minimum CGPA of 2.5 (3.0 preferred).

Costs: $16,500 (GDBA)

Thompson Rivers University Open learning BC Centre for Open Learning, 805 TRU Way, Kamloops, BC V2C 0C8 tru.ca/distance Contact: Student services, student@tru.ca Phone: 800-663-9711 Areas of study: Arts, business and management studies,

education, general studies, health and human services, science, technology, tourism and consortium distance programs with Simon Fraser University, the University of Victoria and the University of British Columbia Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

University Canada West 626 Pender St W Suite 100, Vancouver, BC V6B 1V9 ucanwest.ca/online-courses Phone: 604-915-9607 or 800-360-7213 Areas of study: Arts, media and communications (BA), business

administration (MBA), commerce, general studies (BA) Prerequisites: High school diploma (college-transfer credits

accepted, prior learning considered, scholarships available) Costs: $25,440 to $34,560

University of British Columbia Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology 1961 East Mall Suite 214, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4 distancelearning.ubc.ca Phone: 604-822-9836 (enrolment services) or 604-827-4494 Areas of study: 130 courses in 30 subjects including civil

engineering, English, fine arts, law, earth sciences, library sciences, life sciences and social sciences Prerequisites: Vary (candidate must be enrolled as UBC student) Costs: Vary

University of Calgary Continuing Education Main campus: Education Tower 202, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4 conted.ucalgary.ca/elearn Contact: conted@ucalgary.ca Phone: 403-220-2866 Areas of study: Adult learning, business management, computer

applications and technology, digital media design, health, safety and environment, human resources management, security management, teaching second languages, writing (business/ technical, marketing/public relations) Prerequisites: None Costs: Vary

University of Fredericton 371 Queen St Suite 101, Fredericton, NB E3B 1B1

code.sfu.ca Phone: 778-782-3524 Areas of study: Archeology, biological sciences, communication,

ufred.ca Contact: admissions@ufred.ca Phone: 877-454-6232 Areas of study: Degree, certificate and diploma programs in

computing science, criminology, education, English, First Nations studies, fine and performing arts, gender and women’s studies, geography, German, gerontology, history, humanities, Japanese,

Prerequisites: Vary; contact each program.

Costs: Vary; contact admissions.

business administration

University of Guelph Centre for Open Learning and Educational Support 160 Johnston Hall, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 opened.uoguelph.ca Contact: Learner services, info@opened.uoguelph.ca Phone: 519-767-5000 Areas of study: More than 200 online degree-credit courses in

arts, business, environment, equine, food science, horticulture, hospitality, human resource management, information management, MA (leadership), MBA Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

University of Manitoba Extended Education 185 Extended Education Complex, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 umanitoba.ca/extended Contact: extended@umanitoba.ca Phone: 204-474-8800 Areas of study: Arts, social work (bachelor),

education (post-baccalaureate diploma) and 140 other courses

University of Northern British Columbia Continuing Studies 3333 University Way, Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9 online.unbc.ca Contact: cstudies@unbc.ca or cstudiesonline@unbc.ca Phone: 250-960-5980 or 866-843-8061 Areas of study: Occupational health and safety (online

certificate), environmental monitoring certificate, bear awareness and safety, custom training Prerequisites: None Costs: See website for details.

University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies 158 St George St, Toronto, ON M5S 2V8 learn.utoronto.ca Contact: learn@utoronto.ca Phone: 416-978-2400 Areas of study: Accounting and finance; advertising; career

development; e-business and web marketing; human resources; innovation management; international professionals; leadership; marketing; merchandising; project management; publicity and public relations; quality and productivity management; risk management; sales; strategic leadership; website development, strategy and execution; various business courses in analysis, communication and writing; intelligence, law and insurance; management and strategy Prerequisites: None Costs: Vary

University of Victoria Division of Continuing Studies PO Box 1700 Stn CSC, Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 continuingstudies.uvic.ca/online-learning Contact: register@uvcs.uvic.ca Phone: 250-472-4747 Areas of study: Business administration; computing and

technology; heritage, culture and museums; education, teaching and training; health and safety; public relations; sustainability and environment Prerequisites: Contact field of study.

Costs: Contact field of study.

University of Waterloo Centre for Extended Learning East Campus 3, 195 Columbia St W, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1 uwaterloo.ca/extended-learning Contact: extendedlearning@uwaterloo.ca Phone: 519-888-4002 Areas of study: Accounting, business analysis, communication,

human resources, leadership and management, productivity, project management, sales and marketing, writing Prerequisites: Vary Costs: Vary

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MBA–University of British Columbia

AN MBA THAT TRANSFORMS CAREERS UBC Sauder’s top-ranking, innovative programs equip students for professional success

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he University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business empowers students to transform their careers with an MBA ranked in the top 45 of “Global Elite” schools by the QS World University Rankings, and a master of management ranked No. 1 in North America by the Financial Times. UBC Sauder is the only Canadian member of the prestigious Global Network for Advanced Management, a collaboration of 30 top business schools spearheaded by the Yale School of Management.

Full-time MBA The 16-month full-time MBA at UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School equips students to strategize like a CEO. Small class sizes and mentorship allow students to focus on their career goals and to receive dedicated support to get there. The UBC MBA offers four career tracks: finance, product and service management, innovation and entrepreneurship, and a custom track tailored to individual career objectives. In the classroom, the innovative curriculum offers hands-on experiences and opportunities to learn from senior business leaders, as well as courses in ethics and corporate responsibility. The program also has a distinctly global perspective; each year, students travel to destinations like Chile, Israel, Hong Kong and Germany to consult on business problems with international organizations. To learn more about the full-time UBC MBA, go to sauder.ubc.ca/ftmba.

Professional MBA UBC Sauder’s part-time professional MBA propels careers without taking students away from work.

The 24-month program is designed around a full-time work schedule: classes take place every two to three weekends, all exams are online, winter and summer breaks are included, and three separate eight-day professional residencies help students deepen their network. Through collaborative coursework and personalized career coaching, the professional MBA builds business acumen, helping students develop an ethical leadership style, deepen their understanding of the inner workings of an organization and cultivate their strategic thinking skills. To learn more about the UBC professional MBA, visit sauder. ubc.ca/Programs/MBA/Professional_MBA.

Master of management Ranked as one of the top master of management programs in North America by the Financial Times for the past four years, the UBC master of management delivers a broad foundation in business and management in just nine months.

Designed for recent university graduates from non-business disciplines, it is ideal for those with less than two years’ work experience. Through a community business project, students apply newly acquired management skills to solve business challenges for local organizations. With 88 per cent of graduates achieving full-time employment within three months of graduation, the program offers an accelerated path to career success. To learn more about the UBC master of management, visit sauder.ubc.ca/mm.

Career and professional development At UBC Sauder, students get one-on-one support for their professional goals before, during and after graduation, through the Hari B. Varshney Business Career Centre. The centre is instrumental in connecting students with the business community and equipping them with a long-term career strategy. From networking events and interview training to mock salary negotiations and mentorship programs that pair students with experienced professionals, the career centre

encourages students to build skills such as emotional intelligence that are highly desired in today’s hiring market.

Costs and application deadlines Full-time MBA: Runs August 2019 to December 2020. Cost for Canadian citizens and permanent residents: $48,450. Next application deadlines in 2019: January 8, March 12 and May 7.

Professional MBA: Starts in January of an academic year; next intake is January 2020 to December 2021. Cost for Canadian citizens and permanent residents: $48,450. Applications for January 2020 entry will be accepted starting in spring 2019.

Master of management: Runs August 2019 to May 2020. Cost for Canadian citizens and permanent residents: $29,610. Next application deadlines: February 5, April 2 and June 4, 2019.

Scholarship opportunities UBC Sauder offers a number of financial aid and support options for exceptional students. All students are evaluated upon admission. Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly research all options available to them on the UBC Sauder website.

SOURCE: UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

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MBA–University of Northern British Columbia

THE MBA FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALS UNBC’s multidisciplinary approach ensures the richest learning environment for students

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ecognizing the demand on today’s working professionals, a principal focus at the University of Northern British Columbia is to provide its MBA students with skills immediately applicable to their career while they attend a full-time program that is well suited for balancing work and school.

Why choose the MBA with UNBC? The program is offered in both Vancouver and Prince George, with classes scheduled just one weekend per month. Students are able to attend their courses in either location, allowing them to develop a schedule around their work needs, travel requirements or learning preferences. A focus on accessibility and convenience attracts American students from Washington and Oregon who want to take advantage of Canada’s lower tuition but do not want to resort to moving or give up their careers. On the other hand, students from remote locales of northern B.C. often choose to fly to classes in the Lower Mainland during winter, rather than drive to Prince George.

The MBA from UNBC is a full-time, multidisciplinary degree that takes just 21 months to complete, as opposed to the majority of master’s programs that take two full years. With a multidisciplinary program that motivates professional growth in various relevant fields, MBA students are able to develop the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in management or build their own business.

UNBC structures its MBA program to bring professionals from various fields together for an enriched learning experience. Graduates of the program consistently stress that the greatest advantage of completing their MBA is the new perspectives and skills they learned from being in a classroom with expert instructors and peers from a range of backgrounds.

Students find they benefit from small class sizes and participation in projects with colleagues from diverse sectors, including technology, manufacturing, resource extraction, health care and education. Moreover, students discover from being part of this unique cohort that they gain applicable knowledge they are immediately able to use in their own field or area of expertise. The program also accepts “exceptional applications” from applicants who, despite not possessing an undergraduate degree, may have incredible work experience that the MBA admissions board may deem a valuable addition to the cohort.

a capstone project under faculty supervision.

This option applies relevant theory to the study of a substantial organizational issue, enabling students to focus on an area that is relevant to their profession.

Build a complete skill set UNBC’s focus on applied learning encourages its MBA students to develop foundational skills for senior management roles or for entrepreneurial endeavours in building a company. Thus, the program covers a number of topics, including business and corporate strategy, managerial economics, accounting, corporate finance, organizational behaviour, marketing, operations management, strategy implementation, financial management and project management. The diverse range of courses aim to provide learners with in-depth knowledge and conventional understanding of the business environment so they can respond appropriately and adapt to new demands.

In addition to the applied learning opportunities, students also have the option to undertake

What are UNBC MBA alumni saying?

“The program structure had all the things I needed. As a project manager, you have to know the laws, you have to manage people, you have to make strategic decisions; the UNBC course met all these needs and more. The amount of course topics and the way it was structured, so I could continue in my career, was perfect for me.”

–Siddharth Minz, grad class 2018 “The MBA has helped me refocus my energy and time to what is relevant to my business and helped me get a promotion. The MBA is a tool that will help you in any business to do things smarter.

It’s a safe environment to try your argumentative self, to come out of your shell, to do things you are not normally comfortable with and be outside of your comfort zone.”

–Sylvain Godbout, grad class 2017 For more information about the UNBC MBA program, visit unbc.ca/mba or email mba@unbc.ca.

SOURCE: UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA

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MBA–Simon Fraser University

‘LEARN BY DOING’ AT SFU BEEDIE Suite of specialist MBA programs offered through Segal Graduate School

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he Segal Graduate School at Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business offers multiple MBA program options, each using a cohort model tailored to meet the requirements of today’s professionals. In addition to the full-time MBA, delivered in an accelerated 12-month curriculum with a four-month work term that maximizes students’ valuable time, SFU Beedie offers a range of part-time programs designed for working professionals to supplement their existing skills.

Cohort learning is an integral part of all SFU Beedie MBA programs. With a typical class size of 45 students, the learning experience is as personalized and interactive as it gets. Students “learn by doing” and have the freedom and space to explore their interests, discover their strengths and take risks in a collegial, supportive environment. Students collaborate within this diverse group on projects and inevitably learn from one another as they form a business network that will last a lifetime.

Beyond the classroom, engagement opportunities such as case competitions, career journey workshops, the Mentors in Business mentoring program and industry networking events enable students to connect with the wider business community as well as MBA candidates across all SFU Beedie programs and at other business schools.

Full-time MBA in downtown Vancouver The full-time MBA combines theory and application over three semesters, empowering students to apply what they learn as they progress through the program. With courses based on the principles of experiential learning, the comprehensive, engaging curriculum incorporates real-world business challenges and explores relevant topics such as sustainability, entrepreneurship and international business. After a four-month internship at the end of the program, students graduate with a business management tool kit that applies across industries, providing more career options and greater mobility.

Executive MBA SFU Beedie’s executive MBA – the first in Canada, and celebrating its 50th anniversary this year – is designed to meet the needs of mid-career professionals to develop the confidence and capabilities to drive a business strategically at the senior management level. Delivered part time over 20 months in downtown Vancouver, the program

brings leading-edge theory and knowledge together with practical application that students can use at work immediately. Executive MBA candidates can also take the optional Americas MBA for Executives stream and study with students from partner institutions in the four largest economies in the Americas: Canada, Brazil, Mexico and the U.S. Executive MBA in Indigenous business and leadership The SFU executive MBA in Indigenous business and leadership is the only accredited MBA program in North America addressed primarily at Indigenous business, economic development and governance. The program includes the core concepts and knowledge covered in most MBA programs but recognizes that traditional knowledge plays a significant role in decision-making in Indigenous communities.

Part-time MBA in Surrey The part-time MBA meets the needs of a growing number of managers, entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking to enhance their business skill set without skipping a beat in their professional careers. The primarily evening program is taught over 24 months by leading SFU Beedie faculty at

SFU’s award-winning Surrey campus.

Management of technology MBA The management of technology MBA (MOT MBA) – the first of its kind in Canada, and still the only one in Western Canada – is designed to prepare technology industry professionals to transition from scientific or technical roles and handle the business problems faced by their companies. Developed in partnership with industry leaders, the MOT MBA is delivered part time over 24 months in downtown Vancouver.

Alumni network for life Completing a program at SFU Beedie gives alumni lifetime membership into an exceptional group of more than 25,000 leaders, innovators and gamechangers around the world. Many SFU Beedie alumni remain highly engaged with the school, sharing their experience and expertise and giving back to the community. They are shaping the next generation of student talent by volunteering in a wide range of roles: as mentors, case competition coaches or judges, panellists at events and classroom speakers.

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MBA–Trinity Western University

SMALL CLASSES, DYNAMIC INTERACTION Personal approach supports MBA students’ professional development

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he MBA program of the Trinity Western University School of Business is designed around small classes to ensure dynamic interaction between faculty and students. Students seeking to differentiate themselves can choose from three select specializations. Understanding that working professionals have busy schedules, TWU’s School of Business works personally with all students to design a program that meets their professional development needs and accommodates their busy schedules. Students in the program gain the skills to become not just organizational leaders, but also agents of positive change in the world. Professors believe that profit is critically important for the success of organizations, but only when made and managed with integrity. They challenge students to question not only how they do business, but why.

Core program TWU’s MBA is delivered in either a 12-to-13-month full-time format or a convenient 21-month blended format. Those who wish to focus on the global market can pursue the international business specialization, which involves 12 to 13 months of full-time study, including a two-week study trip overseas. The 21-month option accommodates busy working professionals with online courses throughout the year and face-to-face classroom experiences in four short summer residencies.

The MBA program offers three specializations: international business, management of the growing enterprise, and non-profit and charitable organization management. All TWU MBA courses are designed so that what is taught in each learning activity can be applied the very next day in a student’s professional life. Students work with professors to integrate their personal and professional goals into the assignments.

Specializations The international business specialization offered at both the Richmond and Langley locations is delivered in a 12-to-13-month full-time format. This specialization is designed to convey the managerial skills and cultural intelligence that business leaders need for navigating the international market with a global perspective. The fact that students enrol from around the world helps create the stimulating learning environment in which they learn about business across borders. Students take courses in comparative international management, global economic competitiveness, international business law and cross-cultural leadership. A two-and-a-half-week trip, in which

case studies concerning venture capital, create business models and learn how to navigate legal challenges while breaking ground as emerging business leaders.

The non-profit and charitable organization management specialization prepares students to think in innovative ways as they lead mission-driven organizations to greater impact. They learn about formation and structure of non-profits and charities; management and leadership of non-profits; legal issues for charities; financial management of non-profits; and grants, fundraising and non-profit marketing. Corporate social responsibility and consideration for environmental sustainability are an active part of business planning.

the student meets with company executives in an influential region of the world, provides a truly global education. The international business specialization is also delivered over about 18 months in Shanghai, Beijing and Tianjin, China.

The 21-month option offers two specializations designed for those seeking to influence their environments through innovative thinking and social responsibility. The growing enterprise specialization helps students become creative and confident social entrepreneurs who are passionate about making a positive difference.

The program equips them with the managerial and analytical training they need for bringing their ideas to market. Students work through

Costs/application deadlines The cost of the 21-month MBA with specializations in managing the growing enterprise or non-profit and charitable organization management was $34,425 for students starting in 2018.

Students can start the program at the beginning of each term, allowing applications to be received year-round. The most common entry point is in August of each year. Scholarships are available.

The cost of the 12-to-13-month full-time MBA program with an international business specialization was $36,225 (plus travel costs for the international study trip) for students starting in 2018. The international business specialization has a rolling entry throughout the year, allowing students to begin in any month.

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MBA–University of Victoria

WEEKEND WARRIORS AND BUSINESS GLOBETROTTERS UVic programs offer an intensive and personal education, locally grounded with an international reach

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he Sardul S. Gill Graduate School at the University of Victoria’s Peter B. Gustavson School of Business offers a weekend MBA program for the 2019 intake year. Admissions for the daytime MBA are being paused for the 2019 year to allow the school to conduct a program review and redesign. The weekend MBA aims to provide students with a flexible and intense education steeped in the school’s four pillars: international, integrative, innovative and sustainable/ socially responsible. In addition to the weekend MBA, there is a unique master of global business (MGB) program.

MBA: Weekend program stream The weekend MBA is designed for working professionals and is completed in 24 months. Students attend courses on campus one weekend per month and work online between weekends. Students complete the entire program as a cohort.

Cohorts are small by design. In the weekend MBA, cohorts are up to 25 students.

The program begins with an intensive fiveday experience. The first three days consist of a course called Essentials of Business and Leadership (EBL), which lays the groundwork for the program as a whole. There is a focus on cohort building, team building, global business, sustainability, innovation and integration. An outdoor experience and an intensive case study integrate the learning experience. EBL is followed by two days of regular weekend classes.

The program features major team-based consulting projects, called applied projects, which provide students the opportunity to work with local, regional or international client organizations.

The projects integrate learning from multiple courses taken that term. One of the applied projects has an international focus and culminates in an international trip where students meet with stakeholders, tour facilities and gather market data to complete their project. Recent countries visited include Thailand, Colombia, Malaysia, China, Chile and Brazil.

All students are also required to complete a capstone project, either a team-based consulting project or an individual research project.

Throughout the MBA, students participate actively in a professional development course. The backbone of the course is the personal business plan. Students prepare their plan at the start of the

MBA program and update it each term, developing their long-range life/career vision and setting academic, personal and career goals for the coming term that align with their vision. Students have access to an executive mentor program through the professional development course. The mentor program provides students with the opportunity to develop strong and meaningful connections relevant to their professional aspirations and to explore new areas for career development.

The UVic MBA is affordable: total cost (including tuition, program fees and travel costs for the international applied project) is approximately $35,000. For more information, visit uvic.ca/gustavson/gill/mba/index.php.

MGB: Study, work and live in three different countries The Gill Graduate School also offers a unique one-year MGB degree. A prospective MGB student can apply to the one-year, full-time program right after completion of an undergraduate business degree. As with other Gustavson programs, the MGB is cohort-based, and students attain an MGB after one year. The program structure includes an academic component with study modules in three countries and a global internship. (The program can be extended to 16 months to accommodate longer internships.)

Students can join one of four paths for their MGB journey. Path 1 takes students from Victoria to Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and ends in Linz, Austria.

Path 2 takes students from Victoria to Montpellier, France; and Seoul, Korea. Path 3 includes Victoria; Maastricht, the Netherlands; and Lima, Peru. Path 4 includes Victoria; Glasgow, Scotland; and Bangkok, Thailand. The degree finishes with a global internship, providing each student with valuable cross-cultural study and work experience. For more information, visit uvic.ca/ gustavson/gill/mgb/index.php.

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MBA–Royal Roads University

TEAM-BASED LEARNING, LIFELONG BONDS Royal Roads’ blended MBA delivers a strong network of experience and support

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he first person Kevin Gatley saw when he walked into class at Royal Roads University was his future business partner.

Gatley, who entered the MBA in executive management with a background in science, IT, hospitality and coaching, dreamed of owning his own consultancy. Sitting next to classmate Justin Beadle turned out to be a fortunate meeting.

By the end of the three-week residency, the two men discovered they had mutual goals, complementary skills and strong work ethics.

Eighteen months later, the duo launched Gatley Beadle Management Consultants.

“We came out of this program having a real sense of camaraderie,” Gatley says. “We stand shoulder to shoulder.”

For Beadle, who accepted a position as Alert Bay’s chief administrative officer soon after starting the program, the decision was obvious.

“Being on a team together, the hours we did, trying to achieve the grades that we did, it proved to me this is someone I could work with once I finished the MBA,” Beadle says.

Royal Roads professor Frances Jorgensen is familiar with such stories. As an instructor in the 18-month blended MBA program, she says the combination of online learning and on-campus residencies that focus on team-based learning, and solving real clients’ problems, facilitates these bonds.

“Lifelong close relationships and good networking opportunities come from our residencies,” she says. “We nurture those relationships.”

Jorgensen says there’s something about the students Royal Roads attracts that makes magic.

With seven to 10 years of work experience required to enter the MBA , flexible admission options and a commitment to meeting individuals’ needs, Royal Roads’ MBA attracts a diverse and motivated group of working professionals from across industries, she says. Specializations include leadership, management consulting and international business, with an opportunity to focus on Asia-Pacific or European regions.

The program stood out to Rieghardt van Enter, a chartered professional accountant. He wanted an MBA that would allow him to continue working while getting an edge in his career. “I needed something to bolster my resumé and I thought, ‘Why don’t I do an MBA?’” Van Enter, who is now the B.C. regional director for the Progressive Contractors Association of Canada, first researched 40 programs before running into a Royal Roads alumnus who raved about

the MBA program.

“I looked at the campus; it was gorgeous. The administrative staff was phenomenal to deal with,” he says. “I decided that June to enrol, and I started the residency in August. That’s how quickly it happened.”

He experienced the same phenomenon as Beadle and Gatley with his own classmates – and benefited significantly from his ready-made network. “I had a diverse cohort; it really enriched the whole experience,” he says. “I know I can call any of them now and get solid advice.”

Royal Roads’ instructors further set the MBA program apart. Jorgensen says the focus on

having a balance of scholar-practitioners with years of industry experience and traditional academics gives students a unique perspective.

Instructors value students’ work experience, and leverage that in the classroom.

“We’re on equal footing. There’s a real shared learning environment,” she says. “We learn a lot from our students, and they contribute a lot to our way of teaching.”

And as van Enter attests, the instructors set high expectations right off the bat.

“You have to put in the time and commitment to do an MBA. It’s tough, but if you’re diligent it’s doable,” he says. “The experience was tremendous.”

For Gatley and Beadle, the journey has been rewarding. The two have been pouring time into their business consultancy and building their client list. Beadle’s day-to-day work has taught him a Royal Roads MBA is highly regarded. “It’s taken very seriously by industry,” Beadle says.

Gatley, meanwhile, is confident he made the right career move. “I wouldn’t have been as brave to be an entrepreneur if I hadn’t enrolled,” he says. “Royal Roads helped me meet the right business partner.”

Visit royalroads.ca for more information.

SOURCE: ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY

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MBA–Thompson Rivers University

MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY AND CHOICE TRU produces high-calibre managers with a global perspective

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veryone’s goals are different. Thompson Rivers University’s business graduate programs are different, too. Students can learn on campus or online, part time or full time, and make the program their own.

Flexible and accessible Students can choose to complete the program on campus or online, or combine online with on-campus studies to suit work and life commitments. Part-time study options make it possible for busy working professionals to advance leadership skills without putting careers on hold.

With no minimum professional work experience requirements, the TRU MBA is a great choice for recent graduates and those just beginning professions and wanting to fast-track their careers.

Choice Students can customize their learning experience with maximum flexibility and choice. The core courses provide students with competency in all the major functional management areas of an organization, preparing them to manage effectively in today’s complex and rapidly changing business environment. Students can choose from three completion options: the graduate project, thesis completion or the course-based option. With the project and thesis completion options, students focus in-depth on an area of specialization. The course-based option is a generalist program in advanced management topics.

Global perspective It is critical for leaders to understand and embrace the international business environment.

Global perspectives are incorporated throughout the curriculum, while the diversity of students and faculty further enhance the development of intercultural understanding. Upon leaving the program, students will have a high degree of understanding of the cultures and business practices found around the world and a true empathy for all participants in our global economy.

Bridge to business (B2B) This series is a new initiative designed to enhance the experience and knowledge gained in the classroom through experiential and executive learning opportunities delivered in collaboration with the business community. Through B2B you will have the opportunity to learn, network and mentor with executives, professionals and community leaders.

Learn and live on campus Situated in the centre of Kamloops, TRU is near all the amenities available in this city of more than 90,000 people. You will find a vibrant arts and culture scene, shopping and some of the best four-season recreational activities in Canada.

For more information and to apply, visit tru.ca/ mba.

Master’s degrees in environmental economics and management Now in their second year, TRU’s master’s degrees in environmental economics and management prepare students to become leaders in environmental and fiscal responsibility, while growing their career opportunities in sustainability and change management. These interdisciplinary

programs combine business education with the study of economic sustainability and produce managers with unique perspectives. The master in environmental economics and management is a course-based degree, while the master of science in environmental economics and management consists of both coursework and research.

Students with a business education background may be eligible for direct entry into the second year of the program, allowing them to complete a master’s degree in 12 months. Career prospects include environmental management and policy development in the private and public sectors.

For more information and to apply, visit tru.ca/ meem.

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MBA–New York Institute of Technology

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NYIT-Vancouver’s MBA program gives graduates a competitive advantage

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he master of business administration program at the New York Institute of Technology’s Vancouver campus (NYIT-Vancouver) is recognized around the world for its high standards in business education. Whether you’ve just completed your undergraduate degree or have been working in your chosen field for years, the MBA program offers a great opportunity to pursue your professional goals and be prepared to address and solve global challenges using a multidisciplinary, culturally competent approach.

Rooted in the Vancouver business world, NYIT-Vancouver’s respected MBA program, accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), focuses on the ever-changing needs of the global economy and workplace. By examining and understanding the application of modern business theories to problems that managers face in the public and private sectors of today’s global economy, the curriculum emphasizes career-oriented technologies and practices that provide graduates with a competitive advantage. Full-time students have the ability to complete the program in less than two years.

Highlights • The NYIT MBA degree is offered by a world-renowned institution with campuses in the United States (Long Island and New York, New York) and Canada (Vancouver, B.C.). Students have the opportunity for campus transfers between New York and Vancouver campuses.

• The program offers an innovative, technology-oriented and interdisciplinary curriculum taught by qualified and experienced faculty.

• Financial aid is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

• Career planning services are available on campus for all students.

• International students are eligible for both off-campus (maximum 20 hours per week) and post-graduation work permits (up to three years).

The program is open to all qualified students regardless of their undergraduate major and is approved in New York and offered in Vancouver under the written consent of the Ministry of Advanced Education in British Columbia. The degree is also accredited by the AACSB International. Courses are taught by academically and professionally qualified professors from NYIT’s New York campuses as well as local faculty.

Students receive personal attention from outstanding professors with hands-on experience in the business sector. With NYIT’s presence in both Atlantic and Pacific gateways (New York, Vancouver, China and the Middle East), it is able to provide students with opportunities to pursue a high-quality, career-oriented business education with a global edge.

At NYIT-Vancouver, students have the option to take the general MBA or a general MBA with a concentration in finance. The MBA curriculum comprises 31.5 to 49.5 credits for management or 37.5 to 55.5 credits for finance, depending on prior coursework. Students may be eligible to waive courses.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE MBA PROGRAM IN VANCOUVER, VISIT NYIT. EDU/DEGREES/MANAGEMENT_MBA OR EMAIL VANCOUVERINFO@NYIT.EDU.

The best thing I got from my NYIT education is the learning opportunity outside the class, where you may participate in guest seminars, team projects, student clubs, business networking events, and join leadership programs offered to students by several non-profit organizations. You’ll find these growth opportunities are a great way to see your learning come to life and enrich what you bring to your dream job.… At the end of your MBA, you’ll have a degree that opens career doors, industry knowledge and business management skills to take you forward. You will find great mentors who will support your journey and connect you with professionals that share similar interests.

Faisal Khan, 2016 graduate and winner of the MBA Leadership award

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Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at New York Institute of Technologyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vancouver Campus nyit.edu/vancouver 604.639.0942 vancouverinfo@nyit.edu

NYIT is among only 5% of business schools that are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).

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MBA–University Canada West

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Embrace your future: Start with an MBA at UCW

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f you’re an ambitious, business-minded professional looking to further your education, take a closer look at University Canada West’s (UCW) Master of Business Administration (MBA) program.

UCW’s MBA degree program has been attracting increasing numbers of students from around the world for more than a decade. Attracted by the program’s practical blend of theory and application, students develop employable competencies in critical thinking, persuasive communication, system analysis, leadership and business ethics in small classes taught by personable professors whose academic and professional qualifications are enhanced by practical field experience in the subjects they teach.

The MBA Foundation program is available to students not meeting the professional or academic qualifications to enter directly into the MBA program.

Vancouver campus Located in the historic London Building in the business centre of Vancouver, UCW is easily accessible by transit and surrounded by coffee shops, restaurants, entertainment, shopping centres and gym facilities, making it highly attractive to international and domestic students alike.

Thinking about studying an MBA online?

University Canada West’s online programs offer flexibility to balance studies with work and/or family commitments, and to pursue an education from anywhere in the world. Students benefit from a wide range of online resources, including videos, online discussions, extensive library resources and one-on-one time with professors.

The online MBA program develops competencies in leadership, critical thinking, project planning and a host of other business disciplines.

Courses are taught by professors who possess real-world experience in addition to academic and professional qualifications. Highly interactive classes provide students with the opportunity to learn from each other as well as from their professors.

Awards and scholarships Financial help is available. Students can apply for an MBA Foundation Study Grant that provides financial support of up to $6,900. UCW’s Academic Excellence Scholarships are available to students with qualifying academic grades, who can demonstrate leadership potential in a business environment through academic accomplishments and an established track record of excellence in their field of choice. Scholarships for MBA students range from $2,500 to $10,000.

Student testimonial “An online MBA was a goal I could pursue. Many career advancement opportunities were attainable from my experience, but the education requirements were not there,” said Tammy McMullen, a recent winner of UCW’s Medal for Academic Excellence in the MBA program. “The online experience was perfect for me to maximize my efforts and work around an already busy personal schedule.”

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University Canada West’s online programs offer flexibility to balance studies with work and/ or family commitments, and to pursue an education from anywhere in the world.

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MBA–Athabasca University

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Climbing higher: How one Athabasca U student fast-tracked his path to an MBA

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anjeet Koonar has always enjoyed reaching for his own highwater mark.

He’s been a database developer and a naval combat system engineering officer with the Canadian Armed Forces and held senior engineering positions at Lockheed Martin, MDA, Honeywell Aerospace and Flex.

Over the past year, Koonar has also been ramping up his educational ambitions, from completing a supply chain certificate to an aggressive pursuit of an MBA online at Athabasca University.

“I was inspired to enrol by my wife Parminder,” says Koonar, who lives with her in the Ottawa area. “She works a busy job in the medical field and launched her pursuit of a bachelor of professional arts in communication studies degree at Athabasca in 2008. I saw her as a real hero, pursuing that goal credit after credit in six-month courses until she recently graduated with her degree.”

Koonar enrolled in a single course on governance at Athabasca to get a feel for the university. He says he had thought about earning an MBA beginning with his service in the Canadian Armed Forces.

“But completing that program while serving in the military seemed impossible,” he recalls. “By the time I joined Lockheed, I was involved in projects that kept me so busy I was putting in 70-hour weeks and additional education commitments seemed impossible.”

As an engineer responsible for the execution of complex projects from the ground up, supply chain management skills are critical. To test his capacity for distance education and to hone those skills, he enrolled in Athabasca’s Online Supply Chain Management Certificate in August 2017. The certificate requires the completion of eight intensive courses, each a month long.

“My work schedule was still crazy,” he says. “But I found I could complete the coursework. I was enjoying myself and doing so well that in October I decided I wanted to transition to the full Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Leadership and Management (PBDLM).”

It was an easy transition. The PBDLM program offers three specialties: leadership, manufacturing management and supply chain management.

Students have the option of pursuing certificates in those individual areas or transferring all their credits to PBDLM at any time.

“I applied to PBDLM online,” Koonar says. “I provided a resumé, my original university degree transcripts from Lakehead University and a professional reference letter indicating my suitability for the program.

Once I was accepted, the three credits I had earned in supply chain management were transferred to the PBDLM. The university offered the services of an enrolment adviser in case I had any questions.”

Koonar began the PBDLM in January 2018, still concentrating on completing the supply chain management courses that had first inspired his interest. During the fifth course, Green Supply Chain, he received a shout-out from internationally recognized supply chain expert and course coach Larry Berglund.

“Because of my performance in the program, Larry encouraged me to consider the MBA program at Athabasca,” Koonar says. “Being

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Over the past year, Ranjeet Koonar has been ramping up his educational ambitions, from completing a supply chain certificate to an aggressive pursuit of an MBA online at Athabasca University encouraged to enter the MBA program helped me muster up the courage to finally commit to it.”

Koonar applied to the Athabasca MBA program in May 2018, following completion of his sixth PBDLM course.

“Pursuing these programs has really changed the way I think about myself. I believe the MBA will open a lot of doors for me at the management level.”

“It only took two weeks to move from the PBDLM to the MBA,” he says. “Athabasca took care of all the administration behind the scenes.

They de-rostered me from the PBDLM courses and filled my roster with MBA courses, which are completed in a pre-set sequence.”

Three applicable course credits were transferred to the MBA program.

Koonar says the PBDLM’s intensive one-month courses gave him the confidence to take on the MBA’s intensive two-month courses. But he’s not scheduled to begin the MBA program until August, following completion of the final courses that will earn him a supply chain management certificate of completion. If all goes according to plan, he will earn his MBA by the end of 2021.

“Pursuing these programs has really changed the way I think about myself. I believe the MBA will open a lot of doors for me at the management level,” Koonar says.

“I’ve always been the type of person who keeps on climbing until someone tells me I can’t climb any more. At that point, I tend to disagree and climb some more.”

To learn more, visit business.athabascau.ca/mba.

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The MBA has helped me realize a more holistic view of the business by learning facets of every department from HR, to marketing, to finance, to operations. Being able to bring it all together adds tremendous value to any organization.”

Len Hoang, MBA ‘17 Area Director, Nando’s Canada

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