Rupa is originally from Kathmandu, Nepal and moved to Canada in January 2017 to pursue her education at The University of Winnipeg PACE.
After her MBA, she secured a position at an advertising and research firm in Nepal and realized she needed to sharpen her skills. The Marketing Manangement Diploma at PACE had the practical experience she needed to succeed. Why would she recommend UWinnipeg?
"UWinnipeg PACE is not only about shaping your career or your academic pathway, it is about transforming you into a complete individual. It teaches you how to anticipate and react to the challenges you face whether it is academic, professional or a personal. Therefore, I encourage you to be a part of the UWinnipeg family and grow into a strong and independent individual."
"I would say that PACE is a great platform for international students like me who can take an opportunity to shine and achieve their goals. However, one should be willing to work hard and work smart because there is no shortcut to your dreams."
Olga Shupta works at the City of Winnipeg. She credits her career success and professional accomplishments to PACE.
“The PACE program was definitely a life-changing experience that gave me an overall good foundation of a lot of different areas of human resources,” says Olga. “All PACE staff members were extremely supportive. As an international student, that helped me to make the transition to a new country a lot easier.”
Olga already had an MA in psychology from Ukraine when she decided to come to Canada. She knew she wanted to obtain a Human Resource Management Diploma and a management certificate. She sent her application to a number of universities across Canada, and chose UWinnipeg PACE for the support that was provided from the beginning of the application process.
Olga says that aside from the support through the application process, PACE programs set her up for success.
“PACE has an amazing internship program that provides work experience once you have completed your education.”
Shupta is presently a candidate working towards attaining the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation — the leading standard for HR professionals in Canada. Because PACE’s Human Resource Management Diploma program has been granted accreditation by the Human Resource Management Association of Manitoba (HRMAM), PACE students who have completed the program are eligible to waive the National Knowledge Exam (NKE) — the first step to attaining the CPHR designation.
Olga Shupta Recruitment, HR Division, Staffing Branch City of Winnipeg
Human Resource Management Post-Degree Diploma for International Students
Although Tadeu Augusto Costa de Albuquerque Meira spent several years working for a prominent Brazilian insurance company in many projects, he lacked the formal education he needed to advance in the area. After visiting a recruiter at a student fair, he knew moving to Canada to pursue PACE’s Project Management Diploma Program was the right move.
“In order to perform my tasks as a product manager, I attended several courses related to project management back in Brazil. None of them were as comprehensive and applied as PACE,” says Tad.
Prior to arriving in Canada, Tad led agile teams responsible for replacing company management software and optimizing customer processes. Despite his leadership role, his focus was more on project ownership than managing specific resources. The Project Management Diploma helped round out his expertise.
“No matter how much time or work experience you have in a specific field, a good academic program can always surprise you with applied knowledge that could improve your performance and results as a professional,” he says.
Tad says that despite the intense workload, PACE is enriched by a sense of “joyfulness” that can be found in everything from student events to the different types of people who make up the program.
“The more diverse the group you are working with — the culture, gender, backgrounds — the more innovative the output that you will have on your project.”
Tad was offered a postion with Mantioba Public Insurance as a Regulatory Analyst prior to graduating, now the Manager, Regulatory Affairs.
Aran Lawrence took the foundational skills and mentorship he received in the Project Management Diploma Program and used them to found his own company after graduation.
After an accident prevented Lawrence from returning to his position as a locomotive technician, he looked to PACE to find a new career path. Lawrence had previous training in creative arts and business, but he knew he needed supplemental education to achieve his goals. The Project Management Diploma Program provided exactly that.
“The program allowed me to embrace my creative side, while applying structure and updated business concepts that formed a well-rounded skill set to tackle any project,” he said.
Lawrence’s two biggest takeaways from the program were that proper planning is the biggest factor in a project’s success, and that not all risks are negative if you have an understanding of them beforehand. He also benefitted from ongoing mentorship from industry professionals that helped him co-found Bluewater Digital Arts, a creative arts company that builds websites and mobile applications.
Despite his successes, Lawrence isn’t content with slowing down. He plans to continue taking new courses every year, saying that any education has the power to change your life.
“It could be something very small that you learn within a program that can trigger or unlock vast potential.”
Aran Lawrence Territory Manager Standard Motor Products
Project Management Post-Degree Diploma for International Students
Originally from Mexico, Mirna Sainz-Gomez landed her role as Marketing Specialist for StandardAero just as the COVID-19 pandemic was declared in mid-March 2020.
Prior to this, Mirna landed a role as Events, Marketing and Communications Coordinator at the ALS Society of Manitoba following an internship with the organization before working full-time as an interpreter, while hunting for her dream job in the aerospace industry.
She chose PACE because it was exactly what she was looking for. “It’s a one-year diploma, at a recognized university in North America, and with affordable student fees,” said Mirna.
“I really enjoyed studying at PACE,” says Mirna. “It exceeded my expectations. This one-year program offered me the perfect mix of education. It was an updated 360-degree communications overview, with a high-level of English writing, offered by great instructors.”
As an international student, she found this full-time program to be ideal for what she needed.
“I was fully immersed in an intensive training and learning process on how communications and marketing currently work to help business grow in very competitive markets,” says Mirna. “When you are serious in taking your career to the next level in the international job market, PACE is definitely an option to consider. Going back to school helped me reconnect with my passion for communications and to take a step ahead in my professional career.”
"Most of my school projects at PACE were about the aerospace industry dreaming of one day working there," says Mirna, who as a lifelong lerner pursued further credentials with an online Masters in Aerospace and Airport Management to help her succeed. "I love school!"
The Management Certificate is designed for individuals who want to develop their professional skills and further their career. Students explore current business topics and trends and develop the skills to help businesses suceed in the current competitive environment. The certificate program emphasizes skills such as leading and motivating employees, communication and problem-solving.
International Studentsmay apply for this program as all courses are completed in your home country via online learning. This program does not allow for application of a study visa.
Please budget approximately $800 CAD for textbook costs. Textbook costs may vary depending on new, rental, used, or electronic purchasing choices. Textbooks are a requirement.
Cost may vary depending on course selection and subject to change.
MUST provide an official transcript for all previous post-secondary study (including university, CEGEP, or private college)
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose previous education was completed outside of Canada and where English may or may not have been the medium of instruction, must submit proof of meeting one of the accepted English language proficiency measures.
6.5 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking categories
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL MyBestScore
86 20 on each component
Heartland International English School Advanced 3, Level 6
80%
International Language Academy of Canada English Language Pathway Program
3.4
The University reserves the right to request English language proficiency testing result documentation for any international applicant.
Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.
The program consists of two components: Core and Elective courses. Students may take courses in any order as long as they have the required prerequisite and they have up to five years to complete the 290 hours of study. Students may condense their studies by taking more than one course per term or participating in a full-time program.
Graduates of the Management Certificate Program may be eligible for equivalent course credits towards an undergraduate degree at The University of Winnipeg. Learn more.
Applied Project Management Certificate - International Students
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Master core project management skills to participate in, and lead, projects in this certificate program. Project management is a growing field with no indications it is slowing down. There is an increased demand for individuals to know about, and manage, both small- and large-scale projects. No matter the industry the skills of a project manager are relevant.
The Applied Project Management Certificate program will take students through the lifecycle of a project, providing the terminology and concepts required to participate in, and lead, projects. The courses will go through the planning, cost estimates and budgeting, communication strategies for stakeholders, and monitoring and controlling projects.
The program is for individuals wanting to augment their education and gain the foundational knowledge and skills needed in project management or wanting to step into project management. This program may be taken entirely online, or through a blended learning format (some in class, some online).
International Students may apply for this program as all courses are completed in your home country via online learning. This program does not allow for application of a study visa.
Please budget approximately $800 CAD for textbook costs. Textbook costs may vary depending on new, rental, used, or electronic purchasing choices. Textbooks are a requirement.
Cost may vary depending on course selection and subject to change.
Create and execute project work plans, define project scopes and deliverables, determine project resources and staffing requirements, set project milestones, develop budget proposals, and successfully close a variety of projects;
Gain a thorough understanding of the procurement life cycle;
Create a project management communication plans;
Manage changes in project scope, create comprehensive risk profiles, and identify and develop mitigation and avoidance strategies;
Foster a dynamic team environment built on collaborative relationships.
Applicants whose previous education was completed outside of Canada and where English may or may not have been the medium of instruction, must submit proof of meeting one of the accepted English language proficiency measures.
6.5 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking categories
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL MyBestScore
86 20 on each component
Heartland International English School Advanced 3, Level 6
80%
International Language Academy of Canada English Language Pathway Program
3.4
The University reserves the right to request English language proficiency testing result documentation for any international applicant.
Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.
Priscilla Rios is a Director for Aramark Canada in Winnipeg. She found that PACE provided her with the knowledge she needed to start her career in marketing, public relations, and strategic communication.
“The PACE program has a great team of instructors,” Priscilla says. “They are willing to go an extra mile for you if they see you are taking the program seriously, and that support is priceless!”
She also appreciated how the full-time program allowed her to graduate in one year.
“I got a job in my area of study three weeks before I finished the program,” says Priscilla. “PACE was a perfect fit due to its length and its high quality of education. When I signed up for the program I knew I would return to the market quickly.”
Before coming to PACE, Rios was a journalist in Brazil for ten years. She worked as an editor-in-chief for TV and print. The PACE courses provided her with a broad foundation of PR and marketing-specific knowledge and skills with an emphasis on best practices, as well as current and emerging issues —that naturally complement her experience as a journalist.
“It has been a great journey,” says Priscilla.
Priscilla Rios Director National Corporate Marketing Aramark Canada
Public Relations & Strategic Communication Post-Degree Diploma for International Students
As an international student, PACE proved to be an excellent choice for building my education and life experience with an incredibly designed program. I got to meet students from around the world and learning became a way of connecting with your classmates through discussing and debating diverse ideas, and interacting with our experienced instructors. PACE gave me the unique opportunity to showcase my talents, improve my skills and most importantly, have fun while doing it. After the program finished, I graduated with my two greatest accomplishments, an opportunity to work as a corporate affairs intern at Cargill and a Brand Ambassador at CBC.
Public Relations & Strategic Communication Post-Degree Diploma for International Students
As a freelance publicist and journalist in the Caribbean, Tracelyn Cornelius had many years of experience in marketing and communications. UWinnipeg PACE's Public Relations, Marketing & Strategic Communication Diploma allowed her to quickly acclimatize to a new job market after moving to Canada.
“After being in management for many years, my skills were becoming dated,” says Tracelyn, who wanted to pursue a new career that would allow her to spend more time with her family.
“PACE helped me to upgrade my skills within a short time. It also taught me to approach job hunting in Canada from a strategic point of view. The résumé writing and interview techniques I learned helped me to stand out to potential employers.”
Tracelyn says the biggest lesson she learned was the need to conduct extensive research before taking on a project. She also appreciated the “real-life” projects she was able to work on. “In our media relations course, we actually had to plan an event and execute it from start to finish. From mopping the floors of the conference room to drafting and disseminating media releases, we received a lot of practical experience.”
Tracelyn is now using the skills she gained at PACE in her current role as a Director, Inclusive Comunications with the University of Waterloo.
Tracelyn Cornelius Director, Inclusive Comunications University of Waterloo
Public Relations & Strategic Communication Post-Degree Diploma for International Students
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The program consists of two components: Core and Elective courses. Students may take courses in any order as long as they have the required prerequisite and they have up to five years to complete the 290 hours of study. Students may condense their studies by taking more than one course per term or participating in a full-time program.