Certificate
in Management Development
Part-time, in-class or online study tailored for:
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supervisors
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managers
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font-line workers
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support staff
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career changers
Investing in business education paid off for Christopher Tom
“The instructors are very knowledgeable and bring real-world experiences to the classes.”
Management at all levels has a dramatic impact on the performance of an organization, influencing areas from productivity and growth to profitability and employee retention. Organizations count on people to excel at decision-making, problem-solving, motivation methods, and strategic planning.
The Management Development Certificate program from the Faculty of Extension, University of Alberta provides a solid grounding in managerial techniques and processes, while also equipping learners with the specific skills needed in management and supervisory positions. Courses within this program cover topics like human resource management, financial management, marketing, strategic management, and business communication, among others.
Designed for individuals in supervisory or management positions who wish to upgrade or sharpen their managerial abilities, this program will also benefit prospective or aspiring managers ready to take the next step in their careers. Students from all sectors (government, industry, not-for-profit organizations, or small to large enterprise) have completed this career-enhancing program to build relevant skills.
Understand ways in which organizations function in a complex, changing environment.
Explore concepts of managerial finance and develop financial decision-making skills.
Learn and practice techniques for finding optimal solutions to key business problems faced by organizations.
Build knowledge and skills in critical areas such as group dynamics, interpersonal communication, information gathering and analysis, and many others.
Network with like-minded professionals in an innovative post-secondary program that provides development with fellow business professionals.
Courses may qualify for recognition toward CIM and AAP
A note about COVID-19 measures
If you see a program on our website announced as an in-person or downtown Edmonton offering, please disregard the format—but not the program. Summer & Fall courses have been converted to remote delivery platforms. Register for a course online or apply to a program via email, and keep learning!
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University of Alberta parchment in as little as 2 years
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Pay as you go
Earn a Certificate
in Management Development
This program is currently open for enrolment—apply now
7+ courses needed to graduate with a UAlberta Certificate and become a UAlberta Associate Alumni.
Complete all three core courses
Select 156 hours of electives
- Business Finance 39 hrs
- Commercial Law 39 hrs
- Human Resources Foundations 39 hrs
- Interpersonal Communications in Business 39 hrs
- Marketing 39 hrs
- Operations Management 39 hrs
- Organizational Behaviour 39 hrs
- Negotiations 39 hrs
- Change Leadership 21 hrs
- Leadership Fundamentals 21 hrs
- Managing Organizational Change 21 hrs
- Managing People Through Change 21 hrs
- Stakeholder Relationships 21 hrs
- Business Analytics for Managers 14 hrs
- Project Management Essentials 14 hrs
- Project Management: From Communication to Closure 14 hrs
- Project Management: Risk and Resourcing 14 hrs
You can register for a course without applying and enrolling in the program. If later you decide to apply for the full program, the course you’ve taken will be applied toward your Certificate.
Enrolling in the program is a requirement if you want to obtain the certificate. You may apply for admission as you start your studies or, if you prefer, after you have taken one or more courses.
We are open to students with a variety of educational and professional backgrounds. Our expectation is that you have a commitment to learn and achieve your continuing education goals.
Many of the electives are also part of other programs, such as professional development series in Project Management, Change Management, Business Analysis and Business Strategy. Some of the electives are also part of the Advanced Certificate in Leadership. If you would like help planning out your courses please contact Kimmie at kimmie.eichelt@ualberta.ca or by calling 780.492.3027.
Accreditation Opportunity: CIM, CCAP
Courses from the Management Development Certificate may qualify for recognition toward the following professional designations:
- CIM — Canadian Institute of Management
- CCAP — Canadian Certified Administrative Professional
For more information, please contact our program office at 780−492−3027.
This part-time program is comprised of three core courses and 156 hours of electives. Typical course load is one to two courses per term, and we offer courses in Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall terms. When following this structure, students can fulfill the certificate requirements within two to three years.
Courses do not have to be completed in any specific order, allowing students to choose the courses that best fit their schedule in any given term. Please note that it is recommended for students to complete Strategic Management closer to the end of their program.
Evening, weekday, and weekend learning opportunities are available to accommodate a variety of schedules. A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 is required to obtain the certificate (3.5 or higher earns a certificate with distinction).
Once you are admitted, you can verify your program requirements by logging into the University of Alberta’s student portal, Bear Tracks, to view your Academic Advisement.
- An application fee of $100 is required for admission into the program.
- Tuition is paid on a course-by-course basis as you register for your classes.
- Courses are GST-exempt.
- Eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant.
- Corporate multi-registration packages are available for most Extension courses. Contact us at excorp@ualberta.ca for preferred pricing.
Bursaries and funding opportunities
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