Management Certificate
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Build the Skills to Lead with Confidence
Strong managers are essential to every successful organization. Whether leading teams, managing projects, solving business challenges, or supporting organizational growth, today's leaders need practical skills that help people and organizations succeed.
The Management Certificate provides professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to become effective leaders in today's workplace. Through a flexible online format, students develop expertise in leadership, communication, problem-solving, team development, and business management while exploring current business trends and workplace challenges.
Designed for working professionals, this certificate prepares graduates to confidently lead teams, improve organizational performance, and advance into supervisory and management roles across a wide range of industries.
Domestic
Online
Tuition & Fees
$4,200
Please budget approximately $800 for textbook costs. Textbook costs may vary depending on new, rental, used, or electronic purchasing choices. Textbooks are a requirement.
For more information regarding tuition & fees and payment options, click here.
Costs may vary depending on mode of course delivery and are subject to change.
Who Attends
This certificate is ideal for individuals looking to strengthen their leadership and management skills or prepare for greater workplace responsibilities.
Typical participants include:
- Emerging leaders and aspiring managers
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Professionals seeking career advancement
- Individuals transitioning into management roles
- Business professionals looking to strengthen leadership skills
- Anyone interested in building practical management expertise
Objectives & Outcomes
Objectives
The Management Certificate develops the practical leadership, communication, and business skills needed to succeed in supervisory and management roles.
Throughout the program, students will learn to:
- Apply core business management principles.
- Lead and motivate individuals and teams.
- Strengthen written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
- Analyze workplace challenges and develop practical solutions.
- Support organizational performance through effective leadership.
- Apply management strategies across a variety of business environments.
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this certificate, graduates will be able to:
- Explain the major principles of business management and their interrelationships.
- Analyze organizational practices and business issues.
- Apply business concepts and management strategies in workplace settings.
- Lead and motivate individuals and teams effectively.
- Communicate confidently using written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaborative leadership skills.
- Apply structured problem-solving techniques to workplace challenges.
Admission Requirements
- Be a high school graduate or hold a Mature Status Diploma.
- MUST provide High School Transcript or recognized equivalent GED or Mature Grade 12 Diploma.
OR
- Be 18 years of age or older and have completed 90 hours of coursework or more at a recognized post-secondary institution (including UWPACE) with minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- MUST provide an official transcript for all previous post-secondary study (including university, CEGEP, or private college).
English Language Requirement
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.
Download the UWPACE English Language Requirements (PDF) for additional English proficiency tests and programs and waiver options for the English language requirement.
Accreditation
Management Certificate accredited by Chartered Managers Canada (CIM)
Students graduating from the Management Certificate may apply for the Certified in Management designation (CIM).
For more information on obtaining the CIM Credential click here.
Courses & Descriptions
Elective Courses
Completion of three of the following courses.
Electives Required
3
Student Life
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Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue or advance into roles such as:
- Administrative Services Manager
- Operations Manager
- Office Manager
- Financial Administrator
- Purchasing Manager
- Materials Manager
- Project Coordinator
- Team Lead or Supervisor
- Customer Service Manager
- Business Development Coordinator
- Small Business Owner or Entrepreneur
Articulation For Credit
Graduates of the Management Certificate Program may be eligible for equivalent course credits towards an undergraduate degree at The University of Winnipeg. Learn more about Pathways to UW here.
Student Success Story
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The program consists of two components: Core Courses 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.