About PACE
About The University of Winnipeg Professional, Applied and Continuing Education
In a world of constant change, lifelong learning is a means to success. Since 1972, The University of Winnipeg Professional, Applied and Continuing Education (PACE) has been nurturing minds and advancing careers with high quality, dynamic and innovative programs.
PACE offers more than 600 full-time and part-time programs, courses and seminars in a full range of program areas.
PACE's unique education model blends university-level academics with practical hands-on experience to fully expand the potential of our students. Our programs specialize in high-growth career fields with strong employment prospects such as project management, human resources, business management, network and ICT security, big data and machine learning, and marketing, public relations and strategic communication. We also offer a vast array of training opportunities to meet the needs of all kinds of students - from those requiring basic skill upgrading to those looking to redefine their careers.
Whatever your learning goals, PACE is here to help you achieve them.
The success of our students is at the heart of everything we do. We provide unparalleled advantages such as small class sizes and industry-aligned programs that are continually evolving to meet the changing needs of the job market. Our programs are taught by accomplished professionals in the field who impart their real-world knowledge to provide students with a competitive edge. PACE's connections to industry leaders, associations, and the local community offer additional benefits to students and often provide a bridge to potential job opportunities.
PACE is driven by the satisfaction of our graduates. Ninety-six percent of our students reported last year that they are satisfied with the quality of their education at PACE.
Top 6 Reasons to Enrol at PACE
Interested in developing a specialized skill, preparing for a new career, or pursuing an intellectual interest? Whatever your reason, here are six reasons why PACE is the right choice for you.
Top 6 Reasons to come to PACE
PACE has all the right programs to help you get on track to the best jobs in the top industries. Here are six reasons why PACE is the right choice for you.
QUALITY EDUCATION
PACE offers university level credentials delivered by industry recognized professionals.
LOCATION
Located in the heart of Winnipeg, PACE programs are offered in Buhler Centre.
UNIQUE PROGRAMS
PACE is continually creating new & unique programs that enhance our student's employability.
INDUSTRY-CONNECTED
PACE programs are industry-aligned and keep you connected to the job market.
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
PACE offers Full-time day, Part-time evening, weekend and online programs.
REPUTATION
UWinnipeg has an outstanding reputation for academics, inclusion and socially just values.
Our Partners
PACE is pleased to have so many valued partners throughout Manitoba, some of which are displayed below. We work with our partners to ensure the most industry aligned programming available. Our partners also work with us on providing internships to our students.
Winnipeg Harvest is a non-profit, community based organization that is a food distribution and training centre. Our goals are to collect and share surplus food with people who are hungry and to offer training opportunities to help people step up and out of poverty. Our ultimate goal is to eliminate the need for food banks in our community.
People First's vision is to be the most trusted provider of people solutions to Canadian business. We contribute substantially to the success of our clients by working with them to: recruit top talent; discover the full potential of each of their employees; maximize the collective strength of a highly engaged workforce and assist in the exiting process when it's time to part ways. Founded in 2000 in Winnipeg, the firm has grown to be one of the largest human resource consulting firms in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Northwestern Ontario.
CANADIAN YOUTH BUSINESS FOUNDATION
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is the 'go to' place for youth entrepreneurship. As a national non-profit organization, we are dedicated to growing our nation's economy one young entrepreneur at a time. We look at character not collateral, when providing youth, age 18-39, with pre-launch coaching, business resources and start-up financing. We hand-match every entrepreneur with a professional business mentor for a minimum of two years, to ensure they have support during the critical start-up or expansion phase.
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GEORGE & FAY YEE CENTRE FOR HEALTHCARE INNOVATION
PEMBINA TRAILS SCHOOL DIVISION
ORGANIZATION & STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Organization and Staff Development (OSD), a branch of the Manitoba Government Civil Service Commission, is responsible for providing workshops, programs and consulting services in support of Manitoba government-wide priorities and goals. Since September 2003, the OSD has partnered with UW PACE in an articulation for credit transfer agreement whereby many OSD workshops are eligible for credit toward programs in the UW Professional Studies Program Area. For additional information on the workshops and programs offered through OSD please visit their website at www.gov.mb.ca/csc/osd/.
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