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GODWIN YU | STUDENT SUCCESS
Godwin Yu decided he needed a career change, so he enrolled in Langara’s Career Development Professional Certificate (CDPC) program. Upon graduating from the program, he landed a job as a corporate trainer for a multinational bakery organization. The organization supplies frozen and ready-to-eat baked goods to large corporations. His role requires him to plan and deliver training to new hires in a corporate and manufacturing setting.
The CDPC program provided Godwin with the confidence needed to structure the training sessions he facilitates in his current role in an easy-to-understand way, ensuring that he successfully promotes safety and health within the workplace.
While going through the CDPC program, Godwin really valued and appreciated the respectful communication and open-mindedness within his cohort group. He found his peers to be very encouraging and brought with them to the classroom a wealth of experience from various industries, which helped make the learning experience all the more rewarding and fulfilling. He also found the two-week practicum component of the program to be beneficial as well.
“I would like to credit much of my academic success and my personal growth in the short three months to Joanne Chung, lead instructor of the CDPC program. She was not only a competent facilitator; she also inspired us to practice excellence and the highest ethical standards by role-modelling them daily.”
In the past, Godwin has had the incredible opportunity to mentor volunteers, student staff and athletes in a post-secondary setting. This includes coaching SFU and UBC’s women’s and men’s tennis teams to the Canadian University National finals on three separate occasions. His past experience combined with the CDPC certificate will continue to bring him great success as he embarks on his new career.
In Godwin’s spare time, he enjoys drinking and brewing coffee with his friends and colleagues. He also enjoys going for hikes, exploring new cuisines and learning new languages. He loves the outdoors and spends as much free time outside as possible. He especially enjoys spending time at the Stanley Park seawall.
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Fri/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $444 to $1,349 per course
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $410 to $710 per course
Yasmin Virji | 604.218.1783 yvirji@langara.ca Type: Full-time Entry Dates: Sep Schedule: Daytime Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $5,232, includes course package
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $252 to $695 per course
Builder Licence
OFFERED ONLINE The program curriculum provides a strong practical foundation in construction management to allow graduates to be licensed to work in the construction and development field or establish their own construction business to build residences. The courses include the seven core competencies required by BC Housing to obtain a builder licence: Business Planning & Administration; Construction Management & Supervision; Construction Technology; Customer Service & Home Warranty Insurance; Financial Planning & Budget Management; Construction Legal Issues; and Relevant Enactments. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of BC Housing. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
Building Energy Assessor
Energy management is critical in any organization to better control costs and energy efficiencies. This program enables you to make informed decisions on energy-related matters. You learn techniques to identify needs; to plan; and to monitor implementation of energy management information systems, re-commission buildings, and finance energy projects. This program will also ensure you have a full spectrum of knowledge in building construction and building operations that is important in energy management decisions. These courses are approved by the Architectural Institute of BC (AIBC) for continuing professional development. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
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Career Development Professional
The Career Development Professional Certificate program is a full-time, intensive program offered during the daytime. The focus is on Employment Services with nine courses that will teach the student about the career development theories, career planning and assessment, job search, job development, job search skills, group facilitation, and career program development. Students will also complete a workplace practicum. It will prepare students to work in careers such as case manager, career consultant, proposal writer, job search trainer, job developer, intake interviewer, employment counselor, or career practitioner. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/cdpc
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Construction and Development
OFFERED ONLINE This program provides skills and knowledge to conceptualize and complete construction projects on budget. Graduates gain a thorough understanding of the physical aspects related to residential properties, as well as specific issues surrounding construction projects and how to tackle these issues to ensure the project is kept on track. Instructors provide practical and relevant content for today’s construction standards. These courses meet continuing professional development points for home builders as set out by the Homeowner Protection Act, and the Architectural Institute of BC. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
Yasmin Virji | 604.218.1783 yvirji@langara.ca
Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $436 - $695 per course *Total cost may differ depending on choice of electives.
Yasmin Virji | 604.218.1783 yvirji@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves Delivery: Online Cost: $632 per course + $250 for textbooks
Yasmin Virji | 604.218.1783 yvirji@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: Jan, Sep Schedule: Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $333 per course
Yasmin Virji | 604.218.1783 yvirji@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: Jan, Sep Schedule: Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $469 per course (includes course package for three courses)
General Business Management
The General Business Management Certificate provides a career-oriented foundation in business management and organizational leadership skills. It is designed to be a basic academic credential for new managers and those looking to advance their career. Identify your managerial strengths and discover pathways to improve your communication and financial skills. Learn the fundamentals of human resources management, discover how to optimize planning, administration, business process, and leadership as a manager. Courses in this program may be taken individually in any order. langara.ca/general-business
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Insurance The General Insurance Essentials (GIE) course is your pathway to a rewarding career in the growing and diverse field of insurance. It covers all the fundamentals of insurance practice for beginning students, and fulfills the educational requirements for obtaining a Level 1 Salesperson/Adjuster license. The course also prepares you for writing the Level 1 licensing exam, which is included as part of the course fee. For more information on the GIE program requirements, licensing, and careers in the insurance industry, visit the Insurance Institute of British Columbia website at insuranceinstitute.ca. Required textbooks (GIE C81 Part 1 & 2) are available from the Langara Bookstore. langara.ca/insurance
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Management Skills
The Management Skills Certificate program provides foundational people-management skills required in business today. Designed with both the experienced and new manager in mind, participants will develop the practical skills needed to realize their full management potential. The Management Skills Certificate includes four weekend courses: Leading and Managing Employees, Communicating Effectively, Managing for Success, and Managing for Conflict. You can take the courses as part of the overall certificate over a period of up to two years. Courses in this program may be taken individually in any order. langara.ca/management-skills
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Advanced Management Skills
The Advanced Management Skills Certificate program highlights practical exposure of training in personal and organizational success for managers. The program will enhance your decision-making skills required as a manager, identify gaps and help you understand how managerial decisions impact business strategy. Learners will learn to lead and motivate teams and employ best practices that will equip managers to succeed. The Advanced Management Skills Certificate program includes weekend courses: Change Management, Performance Management, Labour Relations, and Human Resources Management. langara.ca/management-skills
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $252 to $590 per course
William Carne | 604.323.5982 wcarne@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: Jan, Sep Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $360 per course
Rob Clark | 604.862.3953 rclark@appliedmanagement.com Type: Part-time Entry Dates: Sep, Jan, Apr Schedule: Saturdays or online Delivery: Classroom/Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $5,600
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $410 to $695 per course
Professional Building Manager
Learn to oversee the daily operations of a given site. Our Professional Building Manager program provides you with supervisory and management skills related to building operations for residential and commercial buildings, as well as hospitality and health facilities. The core courses develop essential knowledge and skills in building management, building operating systems, communications, and tenant relations, as well as creating productive relationships with staff, tradespeople, and those on a property management team. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
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Professional Sales
The Professional Sales Certificate - Online Program provides you with a proven system to increase your sales. If you are looking at sales as a career option, or already have sales experience and want to develop a sales process, this in-depth program will introduce you to exciting new ways to achieve sales success and help you achieve your full potential as a salesperson. The Certificate consists of four 18-hour courses: Successful Selling Strategies; Persuasion, Communication, and Relationship Building; Motivation, Closing, and Keeping Clients; and the Sales and Planning Toolkit. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/sales
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Project Management
Professional project management is a highly valued and transferable skillset. It combines planning, organizing, and controlling resources to meet timelines, quality standards, risk factors, and budgets. Certified project managers are in demand all over the world in all types of industries. The Advanced Project Management Certificate program is an opportunity for you to apply proven methods and practices in your field of experience. You will receive instruction and support from PMP® certified instructors who have extensive experience managing real-world projects.
Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/project-management
* Registered Education Provider, the REP logo and PMP ® are registered works of Project Management Institute. Inc.
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Property Management
This program delivers comprehensive knowledge for success in property management. Our residential and commercial courses cover legal, operating, and management topics related to rental buildings, strata buildings, and commercial properties including office, retail, and shopping centre developments. The balance of the program develops essential skills in communications, negotiation and dispute resolution, financial statement review, and building operations. Graduates and licensed strata managers can further their studies with the Advanced Strata Management course. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time/Full-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Diploma Cost: $15,500
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $138 to $695 per course
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $60 to $695 per course
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $400 to $695 per course
Real Estate
The CS Diploma in Real Estate is a part-time or full-time program that delivers a comprehensive body of knowledge and skills for success in the real estate field. The diploma includes study courses to allow you to pursue various career options: Property Management, Construction & Development, and Real Estate Investing. Upon completion of your studies, you will be qualified to write the Mortgage Broker, Trading Services, Broker’s, or Rental Property License examinations. Earn an RI® designation from the Real Estate Institute of BC. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
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Real Estate Investing
OFFERED ONLINE Without the right knowledge and skills, real estate investing can have adverse effects. This certificate program will provide you with the skills and knowledge to be equipped to become an informed real estate investor. These courses examine the principles and techniques of real estate valuation, mathematics, finance, investment analysis, and law. You can develop your knowledge in different areas of related expertise, such as real estate development, commercial lease analysis, condo investing, commercial property investing, and buying income properties. Courses are offered on evenings and weekends as a flexible, self-paced, part-time option. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
Real Estate Trading/Broker
OFFERED ONLINE This program provides a strong foundation in real estate to allow you to work in the trading services field. Courses examine the principles and techniques of real estate valuation, mathematics, investment analysis, and law. Elective courses allow you to develop your knowledge in different areas of related expertise, such as property management, residential construction, building operating systems, financial statement review, and negotiation. You will be prepared for the Trading Services exam, and Mortgage Broker License exam. Courses are also available to prepare for the Real Estate Broker’s License exam and the Mortgage Broker License exam. Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
Real Property Analyst
OFFERED ONLINE This certificate provides a strong academic foundation in real estate investment analysis, with practical knowledge of the operating aspects of income-producing real estate. Core courses examine the principles and techniques of real estate valuation, mathematics, investment analysis, and law, and also allows you to develop your knowledge in different areas of related expertise. The program creates pathways for you to obtain the Trading Services License, Rental Property Management License, or to continue your studies with UBC and work towards the professional designation in appraisal from the Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC). Courses in this program may be taken individually. langara.ca/real-estate
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time/Full-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $252 - $695 per course
Real Property
The program curriculum provides a strong foundation in real estate to allow for graduates to work in any real estate field: including appraisal, real estate sales, property management, mortgage brokering, strata and rental management, real estate investing, and many more. Upon completion of studies, you will be qualified to write the Trading Services, Broker’s, or Rental Property Licence examinations. Also you are able to transfer credits toward your appraisal certification in the Appraisal Institute of Canada. langara.ca/real-estate
Yasmin Virji | 604.218.1783 yvirji@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $270 - $439 per course
Matt Rossington | 604.323.5409 real-estate@langara.ca Type: Part-time Entry Dates: May, Sep, Jan Schedule: Eves/Wknds Delivery: Online Credential: Certificate Cost: $410 - $468 per course
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Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Our Small Business Management and Ownership Certificate offers practical courses that enable students to advance their entrepreneurial goals with confidence. Courses cover the development and testing of business ideas; improving planning, operations, sales and marketing, and customer service; and producing and analyzing financial documents and reports. Using real-world business examples and students’ own businesses (whether already in operation or at the idea stage), instructors help students quickly develop the knowledge and skills needed to grow their businesses. Courses in this program may be taken individually in any order. langara.ca/small-business
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Social Housing Management
Learn to oversee the daily operations of a social housing site. Through a partnership with the BC Non-Profit Housing Association, we offer a Social Housing Certificate designed for staff, managers, and volunteers who are involved in social housing operations or development. Graduates can now become members of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH). The core courses develop essential knowledge and skills in building management, communications, and tenant relations, engaged in social housing operations and development. langara.ca/real-estate
Oren Lupo | 604.323.5971 Deanna Pike | 604.323.5166 supplychain@langara.ca Type: Full-time Entry Dates: Jan, Sep Schedule: Weekdays Delivery: Online Credential: Post-Degree Diploma Cost: See website
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Supply Chain and Logistics
This two-year full-time program prepares university and college graduates for careers in the growing supply-chain management industry. The program is a career-oriented educational foundation for positions at the supervisor, coordinator, analyst, planner or specialist level. Learn from experienced professionals about sourcing, procurement, coordination, strategic management, manufacturing, and the delivery of goods, services, and information. The program also features course-work in business studies, enabling students to maximize their contributions to any organization’s success. langara.ca/supply-chain
Computer Technology
MARK ILMAN | STUDENT SUCCESS
Mark Ilman is the founder and CEO of Internetwizards Web & SEO Consulting, a Vancouver-based company that helps small businesses attract more clients and increase sales by strategically improving their online presence. He decided to start his own consulting business after completing the Web Marketing Certificate program at Langara. Before that, he had a successful career in sales and marketing but was looking to shift his career into online marketing as he knew that’s where the industry was heading.
Mark always dreamed of starting his own business. By studying at Langara Continuing Studies and being a dedicated, top of the class student, he felt prepared to kick off the process of making his aspirations a reality. “I didn’t know anything about digital marketing, or SEO, or Google Ranking at all. I learned everything in a very professional way through Langara’s top-class instructors. The instructors were always pushing me to be the best in this field and even helped me create my business website before graduating.”
Going back to school as a mature student was a natural transition for Mark as he realized lifelong learning is essential in the ever-changing technology industry. After graduating, he continued to pursue training by joining mastermind SEO groups. He is now a well-known SEO expert and SEO specialist, and has clients from as far away as Australia and Bali. He strongly believes that working hard to be the best in anything we do will bring us success in any field.
