Graduate Certificate
PROGRAMS
CENTENNIALCOLLEGE.CA
Advertising – Account Management
Program Code: 6419
Program Length: 12 consecutive months/
3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
416-289-5100
thecentre@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
The Advertising Account Management program
will prepare you for the client service area of
the integrated marketing and communications
industry. The advertising world needs
specialized account managers, who understand
the full scope of advertising tactics and can
manage integrated communication plans from
inception to final production.
Advertising Account Management is a unique
field where you’ll maximize your creative,
strategic and business skills to develop and
coordinate advertising, sales promotion, event
marketing, interactive, or direct marketing.
If you like planning, managing and working
in collaborative and professional teams, then
this program will provide you with what you
need to speed past the competition. You’ll be
mentored by a team of seasoned professionals
as you build new skills and confidence for the
industry.
Testimonials
“I gained everything I needed and more from
this program. I learned a bit of everything.
All the professors were still involved in
the industry, and they had very specific
knowledge and a large breadth of it. I
wouldn’t be where I am now if I hadn’t taken
the step and enrolled in the Advertising –
Account Management program.”
Chris Rotolo, Director of Operations,
Compound, Ontario College Graduate
Certificate, Advertising Account
Management, 2006
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Benefits
Career Outlook
Companies that have hired Centennial graduates
include:
• Agency 59
• Canadian Tire
• Cossette Communications
• Doner Canada
• Draft FCB Toronto
• J. Walter Thompson
• MacLaren McCann
• Palmer Jarvis DDB
• Taxi
• Young & Rubicam
Program Highlights
• the program provides hands-on practical
learning
• students are equipped with career-ready skills in
marketing communication management, media
business communication
• faculty members are from the industry and can
help you connect with the industry
• on-site professional computer software, media
planning and research systems are available
• industry-recognized graduate certificate
reflects a high standard of learning and is
only available through the Centre for Creative
Communications
• a 15-week industry field placement allows
you to gain critical knowledge, professional
relationships and work experience.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. We will also consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience.
Non-academic Requirements
• program admission session, including a writing
test and questionnaire
Program Outline
Semester 1
AAM-103
AAM-322
AAM-401
AAM-403
AAM-404
AAM-406
AAM-407
AAM-411
Advertising Research*
Professional Practice (wk 8-15)*
Integrated Marketing Foundations*
Account Management Practices*
Media for Account Managers*
Communications Agency Primer*
Broadcast Production Basics (wk 8-14)*
Business Communications (wk 1-8)*
Semester 2
AAM-323
Strategic Planning*
AAM-402
Copywriting Techniques*
AAM-405
Design and Production Fundamentals*
AAM-410
Advanced Integrated Marketing*
AAM-412
Agency Finance & Operations*
AAM-413
Advertising Planning & Campaign
Management*
AAM-414
Advertising Issues for Account
Managers*
Semester 3
AAM-420
Placement (Account Management)*
*minimum C grade required to pass
At A Glance
Graduates start new careers with leading
marketing and communications companies in
• advertising
• sales promotion
• event marketing
• interactive marketing
• direct marketing
Advertising – Media Management
Program Code: 6403
Program Length: 12 consecutive months/
3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
416-289-5100
thecentre@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Your career in advertising starts here.
Advertising Media Management is a unique
post-graduate program that will prepare you for
the advertising and communications industry
in the role of strategic media planning and
buying. This hands-on and intensive industryapproved program will provide you with the
fundamentals of media management, with
a focus on consumer-driven communication
channel choices for advertising messages.
In this program:
• you’ll develop an expertise in reaching
target audiences with a creative message.
• you’ll build your business and negotiating
skills on behalf of advertising clients to
achieve strategic results.
• you’ll complement your in-class education
with an industry field placement providing
you an opportunity to work in the industry
and hone your skills.
Benefits
Program Outline
Program Highlights
• you get practical hands-on learning
• the program provides career-ready skills
in media management, research, analysis,
planning, estimating and buying
• high-level industry professionals teach you and
help you to connect with the industry
• the school houses on-site professional software
• the program is unique and the first of its kind
in Canada
• extensive career and global job opportunities
exist in this field
Semester 1
AAM-322
AAM-401
AAM-411 AMED-401
AMED-403
AMED-404
AMED-405
AMED-407
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. We will also consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience.
Non-academic Requirements
• program admission session, including a basic
mathematics test and questionnaire
Professional Practice (wks 8-15)*
Integrated Marketing Foundations*
Business Communications (wks 1-8)*
Interactive Communications I*
Media Research Data and Analyses*
Introduction to Media Planning*
Broadcast Buying and Measurement*
Connection Planning*
Semester 2
AAM-413
Advertising Planning and Campaign
Management*
AMED-406
Media Account Administration*
AMED-420
Media Buying and Reporting*
AMED-421
Interactive Communications II*
AMED-423
Media Advertising Negotiation and
Sales*
AMED-424
Media Industry Issues*
Semester 3
AMED-450
Field Placement (Media
Management)*
*minimum C grade required
At A Glance
Successful graduates of this program will launch
new careers with:
• advertising agencies
• independent media management companies
• marketing companies
• multi-media owners and sellers
• research companies
• advertisers
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Benefits Management
Program Code: 2735
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Description
The Total Benefits Management program
prepares graduates for career success in
the total benefits sector of the financial
services industry. It encompasses both group
retirement plans and group benefits. The
program is delivered in collaboration with
CEBS, a partnership between the International
Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEPB)
and Dalhousie University. Graduates will
gain a solid foundation in total benefits in a
comparatively short period of time, buttressed
with credentials that are recognized as the
industry standard
Benefits
Certifications
In the employee benefits and compensation
field, CEBS is widely recognized and respected.
Students completing the Total Benefits
Management program will be eligible to
earn a designation in two distinct areas of
specialization, group benefits (GBA) and group
retirement (RPA), from Dalhousie University
and the International Foundation of Employee
Benefits Plans (IFEBP) subject to successfully
completing the required professional exams and
complying with its professional requirements.
Any exam credits from the specialty credentials
can be applied towards the CEBS credential
requirements.
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Career Outlook
Graduates of this program may work in the
following areas:
• organizations with employee benefit and
pension plans, especially those that are mid- to
large-sized
• organizations that function in an advisory
capacity to group benefit and retirement plans
such as unions
• insurance providers and actuarial firms
• pension plans
• governmental regulatory bodies.
Possible occupations/job titles include:
• compensation and benefits: researcher/analyst,
coordinator
• compensation officer, consultant, coordinator
• employee benefits officer, consultant,
coordinator
• salary/wage analyst
• human resources: analyst/searcher, consultant,
coordinator
• labour relations coordinator
Program Highlights
• there are strong employment prospects for total
benefits professionals
• the program is delivered in collaboration with
the CEBS Program, a partnership between
Dalhousie University and the International
Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP)
• qualified students are eligible to earn the
Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS),
Group Benefits Associate (GBA) and Retirement
Plans Associate (RPA) designations granted by
Dalhousie University and the IFEBP
• industry-leading CEBS curriculum is
supplemented by graduate level instruction in
Project Management, HRM and Accounting
• courses are taught by professors with extensive
experience in Total Benefits Management,
Human Resources Management and Accounting
• emerging trends and issues in Total Benefits
Management including changing legislative
requirements are given a strong focus
• extensive learner centered approaches such
as: case studies, simulations, project-based
learning, with a focus on developing project
management, teamwork, and report writing and
presentation skills are used
• there is HRMS system training using an SAP
application
• students graduating from other programs and
those in career transition are able to alter
their focus and gain a solid foundation in Total
Benefits Management in relatively short period
of time.
Professional Associations
CEBS Program
Dalhousie University
1535 Dresden Row, Suite 201
Halifax , Nova Scotia B3J 3T1
Phone: 902-422-7211
Fax: 902-494-1453
E-mail: cancebs@dal.ca
The CEBS program was established in 1977
through a partnership of the International
Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and the
Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
The International Foundation, the largest
educational organization in the employee benefits
field, is responsible for the overall administration
of the program. The Wharton School, one of the
preeminent business schools in the U.S., oversees
academic content and standards in the United
States. In 1986, in cooperation with Dalhousie
University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, the International
Foundation established a CEBS program in Canada
to meet the specific professional development
needs of Canadian employee benefits personnel.
No other employee benefits or compensation
program provides the opportunity to gain
knowledge and insight through such a broad
university-based curriculum.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. Open to all disciplines.
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 1
CMSC-401
Compensation Concepts and Principles
GBAC-401
Group Benefits
HRPD-402
Contemporary Organizational
Behaviour
PMGT-401
Project Management
Semester 2
ACCT-404
Personal Taxation
CMSC-402
Strategic HRM and Total
Compensation
HRPD-415
Total Benefits Learning Lab
RPAC-401
Retirement Plans
Bioinformatics for Software Professionals
Program Code: 3613
Program Length: 1 year/3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter,
Campus: Centennial Science and
Technology Centre
BiSP@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Bioinformatics is an exciting new field that
integrates computers with biology. The recent
explosion of available biological data types
has created an increasing demand, which far
exceeds the supply for skilled bioinformatics
specialists with comprehensive training in both
biology and software.
Current advances have increased the need
for the creation of new and innovative
bioinformatics tools. Unique computational
tools open a vast potential for new scientific
discovery, with the ultimate goal of
understanding and modeling living systems.
The bioinformatics industry is growing rapidly
with increasing career opportunities in Canada.
Skills in bioinformatics can be applied in the
pharmaceutical, agricultural, and environmental
industries and in all areas of biotechnology.
The program offers software students a career
specialization in the field of bioinformatics. This
intensive hands-on, problem-based program
will include course work, an individual research
thesis and a co-op component, providing you
with the unique skill set and training that are
in high demand in the field. Much of the study
level of this curriculum is beyond the Bachelor’s
degree.
This program is the first in Canada to provide a
12-month, post-degree bioinformatics certificate
targeted to students with existing software
backgrounds. Students will experience unique
training that will distinguish them in Ontario,
Canada and the world.
Co-op Term
This program has a mandatory co-op
component. Academically-qualified students
enhance their education by working as paid
employees in the field. The experience not
only allows you to put classroom learning into
practice, but also provides valuable contacts for
future careers.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates are prepared to work in academic,
government and industrial labs as:
• bioinformatics analysts
• bioinformatics software developers
• bioinformatics research technicians
• application developer
• software developer
• database developer
Program Highlights
• the program includes one-semester paid co-op
experience
• courses are delivered using leading-edge
technology geared to industry standards
project-based learning
• faculty members are knowledgeable and
approachable with diverse business experience
and academic credentials
• the certificate that is earned is recognized in
Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards
of learning
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a four-year degree
in Computer Science or Software Engineering or
related discipline, from an accredited college or
university.
Non-academic Requirements
• transcript and resumé review may be required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required.
Co-op Requirements
• minimum GPA 2.5 or above for COOP-222,
mandatory Co-op term.
Program Outline
Semester 1
BIO-411 Bioinformatics Tools, Databases and
Models
BIO-412 Biochemistry
BIO-413 Molecular Biology and Genomics
BIO-414 Statistics and Data Analysis for
Bioinformatics
BIO-415 Research Methods in Bioinformatics Thesis Part I
BIO-416 Ethics and Intellectual Property
BIO-417 Current Topics in Bioinformatics
COOP-221 Employment Preplacement
Semester 2 BIO-421 Bioinformatics Algorithms
BIO-422 Computational Intelligence
BIO-423 Advanced Protein Structure and
Analysis
BIO-424 Developing Bioinformatics Tools
BIO-425 Parallel and Distributed Computing
BIO-426 Database Design and Biological Data
Management
BIO-427 Organizational Behaviour and
Facilitation
BIO-428 Research Thesis in Bioinformatics
Semester 3 COOP-222 Mandatory Co-op term
At A Glance
Organizations that have hired our graduates
include:
• Ontario health networks
• Ontario hospitals
• Provincial government
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Book and Magazine Publishing
Program Code: 6438
Program Length: 1 year/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
416-289-5100
thecentre@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
The Book and Magazine Publishing program
is one of the most prestigious programs in
Canada and, with hands-on education, will
prepare you for a wide variety of positions.
In this program:
• you’ll be an integral part of the team that
helps to shape the evolution of Canada’s
cultural and literary landscape.
• you’ll help to build the careers of the
next generation of writers in the publishing
industry.
• you’ll complement your formal learning with
an industry field placement at a book or
magazine publisher in Toronto, where you’ll
acquire critical working experience, industry
knowledge and professional relationships as
you initiate your new career.
• you’ll take part in publishing On the
Danforth magazine twice a year.
Established in 1974, this award-winning and
unique program has earned several accolades
for academic excellence and for the career
success of its graduates. A career in book and
magazine publishing promises a world of
innovation, stories and culture, integrating your
creative, marketing and business skills.
Testimonial
“The Book and Magazine Publishing program
at Centennial gave me a strong understanding
of the Canadian publishing industry,
offered numerous opportunities to meet
industry professionals, and introduced me
to classmates who have now become good
friends. I was hired by the company at which I
interned. The program works.”
Maya Bahar, Ontario College Graduate
Certificate, Book and Magazine
Publishing, 2005
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Benefits
Career Outlook
Companies that have hired program graduates
include:
• Chatelaine Magazine
• Harper Collins Canada
• Outpost Magazine
• McClelland & Stewart
• McGraw-Hill Ryerson
• Profit Magazine
• Random House Canada
• Toronto Life Magazine
• Nelson Educational Publishings
Program Highlights
• the one-year accelerated format covers all
facets of the publishing process
• the program is associated with Centennial
College Press, a commercial publishing
operation
• the Graduate Certificate that is earned reflects
high standards of learning
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. We will also consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience.
Non-academic Requirements
• program admission session including editing
exercises, portfolio of writing and resumé
Program Outline
Semester 1
PB-200
PB-201
PB-202
PB-204
PB-205
PB-206
Semester 2
PB-250
PB-251
PB-252
PB-253
PB-254
PB-255
PB-290
Introduction to Publishing
Writing for Publication
Editing
Book Production
Elements of Publishing Design
Copyright, Contracts and Permissions
Book Editing
Magazine Editing
Magazine Marketing
Book Marketing and Sales
Applications of Publishing Design
Online Magazines
Field Placement
Note: minimum C grade required in all courses for graduation.
Bridging to University Nursing
Program Code: 9251*
9252 (IEN)
9253 (Flexible)
Program Length:
1 year/2 semesters (9251)
1 year/2 semesters (9252)
1 year/3 semesters (9253)
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall (9251, 9252, 9253) Winter (9252)
Campus: Centennial Science and
Technology Centre
healthstudies@centennialcollege.ca
416-289-5303
Program Overview
This program is an academic pathway offered
in flexible and full-time formats to assist
Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) to bridge to
BScN in approximately three years.
Nurses taking this program may be:
• RNs who hold a certificate of registration in
Ontario without evidence of current and safe
clinical practice.
• RNs who hold a certificate of registration
in Ontario and are currently practicing but
would like to review their nursing knowledge
and practice in an acute medical/surgical or
mental health/community setting.
• internationally-educated Nurses who have
not met the 2005 baccalaureate nursing
education requirements for Ontario RNs.
• RPNs who hold a diploma from a Community
College of Applied Arts and Technology
(CAAT).
Curriculum is based on the College of Nurses’
Standards of Practice for Nursing and Entry to
Practice Competencies for Ontario Registered
Nurses. You will apply theoretical knowledge in
clinical settings under the direction, facilitation
and guidance of faculty. Courses emphasize
ethics and professional practice, health
assessment, skill mastery and caring for clients
with acute and chronic illness, and will provide
the foundation for nursing practice. An exciting
and unique aspect of the Bridging to University
Nursing program is the focus on caring for
individuals, groups and communities in both the
acute mental health and community settings.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Nurses work in a variety of settings inclusive of but
not limited to the operating room, long-term care,
and specialty areas such as emergency, pediatrics
and community settings. Typically, RPNs are
attracted to positions where they can work with
people through the healing process and provide
hands on nursing care. Graduates will be prepared
to work with persons and communities of diverse
backgrounds, ages, degrees of health and illness, in
a variety of contexts. A recent study commissioned
by the Canadian Nurses Association predicts that
by the year 2011, 59,000 to 113,000 new nurses
will be needed.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the graduate of
the RPN to BScN Bridging Nursing Program will be
able to:
• apply generic skills that will facilitate the
practice of nursing, ongoing learning, and self
development including effective communication
and interpersonal skills
• demonstrate scholarly writing
• apply decision making models which reflect
critical thinking and self-reflection
• assess knowledge appropriately and using
research outcomes
• utilize self as a change agent and advocate.
• acquire basic technological literacy skills
• understand self, society, and its institutions in
order to assume a role as a responsible citizen
• practice from a primary health care perspective
with a multicultural client population including
individuals, families, groups and communities
• provide nursing care to clients in complex
health care situations where predictability of
outcomes tends to be uncertain or unstable
• manage a health care team of varying skill
mixes to make appropriate use of resources
• provide safe, effective and ethical nursing care
that meets the current College of Nurses of
Ontario professional standards for Registered
Nurses.
Distinctive Benefits for Centennial
Students
• the certificate that is earned provides evidence
of reflective practice, employment and
continuing education opportunities
• individual clinical feedback and evaluation gives
employers valuable evidence of current and safe
clinical practice
• clinical placement allows you to develop
employment networking opportunities
• the school houses a well-equipped nursing
lab that is available for independent and selfdirected practice
• evidence based practices are threaded through
the delivery of the program
• faculty members are knowledgeable,
experienced, and caring
• the needs of adult and English-as-a-secondlanguage students are supported.
Educational Partners
Upon successful completion of all program
requirements, students may apply to the Postdiploma Nursing Degree Program at Ryerson
University, offered by the Daphne Cockwell School
of Nursing and the Change School of Continuing
Education or Athabasca University (BN [post LPN]
Program).
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At A Glance
Through the program you will:
• have opportunities to develop your
communication and leadership skills at an
advanced level for application in practice
• gain an understanding of nursing knowledge
and knowledge acquisition, and how
research is utilized and applied to complex
patient care situations
• develop critical thinking and problem solving
skills to advance knowledge and practice.
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Bridging to University Nursing (Cont’d)
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
Nursing or Practical Nursing diploma or degree
program.
*All applicants interested in the RPN to BScN
Bridging Nursing Program apply to program code
9251. Transcripts/documentation will be reviewed
by the program coordinator to determine whether
the full-time or flexible version of this program is
appropriate for each applicant.
Academic Requirements
For nurses who hold a current Certificate of
Registration in Ontario:
• photocopy of their current Certificate of
Registration in Ontario (original may be
requested)
For nurses who have an expired Certificate of
Registration in Ontario and do not have evidence
of current and/or safe nursing practice:
• a letter from the College of Nurses of Ontario
outlining the requirements for re-entry or safe
practice requirements
For nurses who have obtained a nursing diploma
or degree out-of-country and do not hold a current
Certificate of Registration in Ontario:
• a letter from the College of Nurses of Ontario
stating that the diploma/degree from country
of origin does not meet baccalaureate entry to
practice requirements
• proof of English Language proficiency may be
required
• proof of successful completion of a nursing
program from country of origin or equivalent
For Registered Practical Nurses:
• transcripts from a Community College Diploma
program (indicating minimum B average and
inclusion of courses in Anatomy and Physiology
and Pathophysiology)
• a photocopy of their current Certificate of
Registration in Ontario (original may be
requested)
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Field Placement Requirements
• certifications must be valid for the entire clinical
placement.
• evidence of current immunization, flu shots and
completion of health record as required by the
Ontario Public Hospital Act, ministry guidelines
and placement agency policies (The appropriate
medical form is available from Centennial’s
School of Community and Health Studies’ main
office, room 352 at Centennial Science and
Technology Centre campus)
• completion of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
(CPR) Health Care Provider (HCP) certification/
re-certification on a yearly basis
• current certificate of completion of an approved
standard first aid course. Most SFA courses are
included with CPR courses
• annual vulnerable persons police check.
• Mask Fit Testing – will be done at Centennial
College throughout the year.
Program Outline: 9251 and 9252
Semester 1
NUPD-400
Health Assessment
NUPD-401
Acute and Chronic Illness Theory
NUPD-402
Acute and Chronic Illness Practice
(2 hours lab + 12 hours practice)
NUPD-403
Ethics and Professional Practice
PATH-400
Pathotherapeutics
COMM-170/171 College Communications 2
Semester 2
NUPD-406
Family-Centred Nursing Theory
NUPD-431
Mental Health & Crisis Management
Theory
NUPD-432
Mental Health Nursing Practice
NUPD-435
Advanced Communication and
Leadership
NUPD-441
Community Nursing Theory
NUPD-442
Community Nursing Practice
NUPD-450
Nursing Knowledge: Historical and
Futuristic Perspectives
NURS-237
Nursing Research
Note:
1. all courses require a minimum C grade
2. cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to be eligible to apply to
the Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing at Ryerson University
Program Outline: 9253
Semester 1
NUPD-401
Acute and Chronic Illness Theory
NUPD-403
Ethics and Professional Practice
NUPD-435
Advanced Communications &
Leadership
PATH-400
Pathotherapeutics
COMM-170/171 College Communications 2
Semester 2
NUPD-400
Health Assessment
NUPD-402
Acute and Chronic Illness Practice
(2 hours lab + 12 hours clinical
practice)
NURS-237
Nursing Research
Semester 3
NUPD-406
Family-Centred Nursing Theory
NUPD-431
Mental Health & Crisis Management
Theory
NUPD-432
Mental Health Nursing Practice
NUPD-441
Community Nursing Theory
NUPD-442
Community Nursing Practice
NUPD-450
Nursing Knowledge: Historical and
Futuristic Perspectives
Note:
1. all courses require a minimum C grade
2. cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to be eligible to apply to
the Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing at Ryerson University
Children’s Entertainment:
Writing, Production and Management
Program Code: 6424
Program Length: 12 consecutive months/
3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
416-289-5100
thecentre@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
From Sesame Street to Dora the Explorer,
children’s entertainment is a multi-billion dollar
industry around the world.
The Children’s Entertainment: Writing,
Production and Management program is a new
and one-of-a-kind post-graduate program that
will prepare you for a career as a highly-skilled
children’s content producer. You will learn to
create a wide range of entertainment products
– film, TV, books, education products, games,
and interactive media – for the rapidly growing
children’s market.
You will hone your creative storytelling abilities,
business skills and production management
practices for the development of unique
and innovative children’s media content for
education or entertainment genres. The program
is project-driven, collaborative and designed
to provide you best practices in a diverse and
gender inclusive environment.
You’ll complement your in-class training with
an industry field placement in a media
organization in Canada.
Benefits
Program Highlights
This unique program, developed by industry and
education professionals, is the first program of
its kind in Canada. To prepare you for a career
in field, the program offers:
• hands-on practical learning
• career-ready skills
• high-level industry professionals teaching
and helping you connect with the industry
• on-site professional software
• extensive career and global job opportunities
You will develop new skills in:
• writing for children
• children’s entertainment marketplace
• marketing of children’s learning and
entertainment products
• project management
• pitching
• TV and multi-platform production
• team building for creative production
• child development
Program History
The program was formulated by some of the
very best – and most respected – contemporary
producers, writers and directors in children’s
entertainment in Canada, comprising our program
advisory committee, including:
• S. Lawrence Mirkin: Graduate of Yale Drama,
who produced numerous shows for Jim Henson,
the man whose vision – via the Children’s
Television Workshop and Sesame Street –
revolutionized Children’s Entertainment in the
1970s, 80s and 90s.
• Laura Phillips: Writer/producer of Jake and
The Kid and writer of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth,
Fraggle Rock and The Christmas Toy.
• Jed Mackay: Producer of numerous TVOntario
shows such as Today’s Special, Join In and Polka
Dot Shorts.
• Pat Ellingson: Creative head of TVOntario.
• Matt Wexler: Licensing Manager of Spinmaster
Toys, a company currently on the cutting edge
of new entertainment for kids.
• Matt Bishop: Founder of Sinking Ship
Entertainment, a leader in digital animation.
• Adina Pitt: VP Acquisitions, Nickelodeon
• Lynn Oldershaw: Developmental Psychology,
CBC Children’s Department
• Rich Collins: Pres Big Tent Entertainment, New
York
• Kate Barris: Children’s writer on such shows as
Today’s Special, Mr. Dressup, Canadian Sesame
Street, Big Comfy Couch, Stickin’ Around,
Eckhart and Peep and the Big Wide World and
the award-winning show, If the World Were a
Village. She’s also been executive story editor
for Skinnamarink TV, The Hippo Tub Co., Wilbur,
Max & Ruby and the CBC show, The Mighty
Jungle.
• Carole Bonneau: Director of Programming for
Teletoon
• Jack Lenz: Music impresario and executive
overseer of the extraordinary puppet
productions Nanalan, Mr Meaty etc.
• Doug Williams: Committee chair, director,
writer and producer
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. We will also consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience.
Non-academic Requirements
• program admission session including portfolio
of writing and a writing skills assessment
Program Outline
Semester 1 CHLD-401
Intro. To Child Development
CHLD-402
Develop the Project
CHLD-403
Integrated Media for Children’s
Entertainment
CHLD-404
Know Your Buyer
CHLD-405
Survey of Children’s Entertainment:
The Classics
CHLD-406
Survey of Children’s Entertainment:
Hits & Misses
CHLD-407
Team Building
CHLD-408
Writing for Children’s Entertainment 1
CHLD-409
Building the Brand: Licensing &
Merchandising
Semester 2 CHLD-411
Producing the Project
CHLD-412
Marketing Integrated Media for
Children’s Entertainment
CHLD-413
Funding the Project
CHLD-414
Writing for Children’s Entertainment 2
CHLD-418
Television Production
Semester 3 CHLD-421
Industry Field Placement
CHLD-422
Professional Practice
CHLD-428
Advanced Writing for Children’s
Entertainment
At A Glance
Prepare for a new career in the Children’s
Media industry as a:
• children’s writer
• marketing specialist
• project manager
• content manager
• children’s TV producer
• children’s multi-platform producer
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Complementary Care – Holistic Practitioner
Program Code: 9120
Program Length: 34 weeks/ 3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: Centennial Science and
Technology Centre
healthstudies@centennialcollege.ca
416-289-5303
Program Overview
The value of complementary care – which
encompasses a broad assortment of therapeutic
modalities – has been demonstrated and
acknowledged across a wide range of
applications. Complementary Care plays an
important role in proactive and preventative
health and wellness, pain and stress
management. It is an adjunct to medical care
where psychological and emotional well-being
are recognized factors in patient progress and
in long-term and palliative care environments
where quality of life issues are of central
importance.
Centennial’s Complementary Care/Holistic
Practitioner one-year Graduate Certificate
program is the first such program to be
approved by the Ministry of Training, Colleges
and Universities. It provides students from
a variety of health-related backgrounds the
opportunity to develop a strong initial base
of competency as Complementary Care
practitioners.
The program provides in-depth training in
four well-established modalities: reflexology,
craniosacral therapy, therapeutic touch
and aromatherapy. Together, these four
modalities allow graduates to offer effective
complementary care therapies to a broad range
of clients with varying needs. In addition, you
will develop a solid foundation in the human
sciences, including pathophysiology, nutrition
and therapy theory. As private practice is often
a choice in this field, the program includes
extensive training in creating and building an
independent practice. The program combines
in-class hands-on modality training, supervised
public clinic and a community placement.
All faculty members are practitioners in their
field and bring therapeutic experience to their
teaching.
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Benefits
Career Outlook
A qualification from Centennial College has
a great deal of standing in the holistic and
complementary care community. You will have
the opportunity to work in a variety of health care
settings including: chiropractic and naturopathic
offices, multi-disciplinary health care clinics and
long-term health care facilities. This program
uniquely positions you to build a successful private
practice based upon a solid foundation of wellestablished and widely recognized therapeutic
modalities.
Distinctive Benefits for Centennial
Students
• the program integrates education in
complementary care/holistic modalities with
knowledge of the human sciences, anatomy,
physiology, and pathophysiology
• students are prepared to create an independent
practice through management and operational
techniques obtained through the business skills
course
• all modalities are taught by actively practicing
professionals
Educational Partners
• advanced standing is available for registered
massage therapists, nurses, physiotherapists,
occupational therapists among others
• the Reflexology course is approved by the
Reflexology Registration Council of Ontario
(RRCO).
Testimonial
“After joining the Complementary Care program
… I have more confidence and more hands-on
experience that have helped me finally start a
career in something I love to do.”
Raluca Lyon – Graduate ‘07
At A Glance
• the program includes a supervised holistic
practitioner clinic, where you will practice in
a public setting
• you will take part in a community placement
• modalities include Aromatherapy,
Craniosacral therapy, Reflexology and
Therapeutic Touch
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs
must submit an official transcript demonstrating
proof of successful completion of a postsecondary diploma or degree program in health
or community services. We will also consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience.
Non-academic requirements
• interview, resumé and transcript review may be
required
Field Placement Requirements
Certifications must be valid for the entire field
placement.
• Vulnerable sector police check
• immunization review
• Mask Fit
• Standard aid CPR level HCP
• flu shot
Program Outline
Semester 1 CAHM-500
CAHM-502
CAHM-503
CAHM-504
CAHM-506
Aromatherapy 1
Therapy Theory and Practice
The Human Body
Holistic Nutrition
Research Literacy
Semester 2
CAHM-600
CAHM-601
CAHM-602
CAHM-603
CAHM-604
CAHM-607
CAHM-609
Aromatherapy 2
Business Skills
Therapy Theory & Practice 2
Pathophysiology
Holistic Nutrition 2
Aromatherapy Pharmacology
Clinic
Semester 3
CAHM-708
Placement
(4 weeks – All CAHM courses
semester 1 and 2 are prerequisites
to this semester)
Note: A minimum C grade required in all courses
Corporate Communications and Public Relations
Program Code: 6417
Program Length: 1 year/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter
Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
416-289-5100
thecentre@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
If you want to get connected to the PR industry
and study a field that’s full of variety, then this
is the program for you. No two days are alike in
corporate communications and our program –
one of the most highly-regarded in Ontario
– equips grads to enter this exciting industry.
Corporate communicators and PR practitioners
research, write, plan, edit, design, and
implement everything from strategic
communications plans and employee
newsletters to gala dinners for 500 people. They
create communications strategies that influence
employee attitudes, shift stockholders’ opinions
and tell an organization’s story to the media.
You’re an ideal match for this program if you
possess strong writing skills and the ability to
manage various projects at the same time.
Testimonials
“Centennial helped me figure out that I am
good at what I do. After graduation you are
able to go into the job and know you have
the skills to succeed.”
Murray Gaudreau, Ontario Ministry of
Education
“Centennial College is really good at focusing
you and getting you to look forward. The
program gave me a lot of confidence and
direction.”
Frances Bedford, Random House Canada.
“I was taught a framework of skills and now
I’m building on them and I use those skills
every day.”
Ashley Tilley, ABC Literacy Canada
“I think the biggest thing I took from Centennial
is network, network, network. Every single job
I’ve had has been from networking.”
Olivia Yu, Environics Communications
“I’m really glad I decided to go to Centennial. So
many things were triggered from that. If I hadn’t
learned some of the skills and taken the courses
in the program, I don’t think I’d be in such a
great position as I am now.”
Virginia Middleton, Kids Help Phone Line
Benefits
Career Outlook
Centennial College’s Corporate Communications
and Public Relations program will get you
connected and prepared to meet the demands
of a fast-paced, exciting field. As an entry-level
communications specialist, you may work in
media relations, employee communications and
web-based communications for a variety of
organizations.
Companies hiring Corporate Communications
graduates include:
• Apex Public Relations
• CIBC
• City of Toronto
• St. Elizabeth Health Care
• Enbridge
• Environics Communications
• Hill & Knowlton Public Relations
• Maverick Public Relations
• Ontario Ministry of Transportation
• RBC Insurance
• World Wildlife Fund
Graduates work as communication specialists
with:
• corporations
• municipal governments
• PR agencies
• the Ontario government
• trade associations
• hospitals
• not-for-profit organizations
Program Highlights
• leads the way in social media and PR content
• located close to the heart of Toronto’s PR
industry
• includes a full-time, eight-week Field Placement
• curriculum emphasizes learning by doing
• emphasis on employability skills & landing a job
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. We will also consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education (minimum two years)
and relevant work experience.
Non-academic Requirements
• a program admission session where applicants
will complete writing and editing exercises
• portfolio of writing and resumé
Field Placement Requirements
• The coordinator works one-on-one with each
student to secure a field placement.
Program Outline
Semester 1
CN-101
Intro to Corporate Communications
CN-121
Public Relations Writing 1:
Writing to Inform
CN-145
Event Management
CN-151
Copy Editing
CN-171
Project Management
CN-211
Canadian Business Practices
CN-220
Media Relations
Semester 2 CN-161
Design and Layout
CN-207
Public Relations Writing 2:
Writing to Persuade
CN-235
Online Public Relations
CN-250
Client Project
CN-252
Communications Management
CN-253
Presentation Skills
CN-257
Career Management
CN-290
Field Placement
Note: minimum C grade required for all courses.
At A Glance
Key Performance Indicator Results
• 92 per cent of graduates very satisfied
or satisfied with the overall quality of
instruction
• 83 per cent of graduates very satisfied or
satisfied with the overall quality of their
learning experiences
• 90 per cent of students very satisfied or
satisfied: teachers’ up-to-date/current in their
fields
• 86 per cent of students very satisfied or
satisfied with skills and abilities specific to
CC+PR career
• 100 per cent of employers of CC+PR grads
are very satisfied or satisfied with their jobrelated knowledge
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Event Management – Festival and Conference
Program Code: 1831
Program Length: 1 year/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: Progress Campus
hospitality@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
You will have the opportunity to discover a
successful career in various aspects of this
exciting and vibrant tourism sector. Imagine
helping to plan Toronto’s Caribana festivities or
the Toronto Home Show! What about working
as an independent event manager for a major
corporation, or planning a wedding as an event
specialist at the Four Seasons Hotel. If working
in a winning career, while enjoying each and
every day at work, is something that appeals to
you, then this is the program for you.
Benefits
Program Highlights
• Centennial offers an on-premises Cultural &
Heritage Institute and conference centre
• faculty has many years experience in this field
• employers are committed to hiring program
graduates
• this is a rapidly growing and exciting sector of
the hospitality industry
• there is an opportunity to plan real events and
conferences
• valuable opportunities for networking with
professional industry associations such as FEO,
ISES, NACE, IFEA, and MPI.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. We will consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience, open to all disciplines.
Non-academic Requirements
• transcript and resumé review may be required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required.
Program Outline
Semester 1
FECM-101
Risk & Security Management
FECM-102
Site Logistics & Operations
Management
FECM-103
Trends in Festival, Event & Conference
Marketing
FECM-104
Programming Community & Cultural
Festivals, Events & Conferences
FECM-105
Volunteer & Team Building
Coordination
FECM-106
Sponsorship & Budgeting
Development I
FECM-107
Festival, Event & Conference
Practicum I
Semester 2
FECM-201
Networking & Industry Relations
FECM-202
Creativity & Innovation
FECM-203
Greening Your Festival, Event &
Conference
FECM-204
Sponsorship & Budgeting
Development II
FECM-205
Communications & Media Planning
FECM-206
Festival, Event & Conference
Practicum II
Note: minimum C grade is required for graduation. At A Glance
Our employment partners include:
• Sport Alliance of Ontario
• Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
• AVIVA Canada
• Toronto Board of Trade
• Toronto Community News
• Marriott Hotels
• Toronto International Film Festival
• Delta Hotels
• Fairmont Hotels
• Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
• Convention & Conference Centres
• Event Management Companies
• Associations
• Museums
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Financial Fraud Investigation
Program Code: 2730
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Winter
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
The program provides students with the
essential skills and knowledge in forensic
accounting and investigation techniques,
equipping them to work in entry-level positions
in the field of forensic accounting and audit
investigations, within the public or private
sector.
The program is designed for students who have
completed a recognized diploma or degree
program and wish to acquire a specialization in
the emerging field of forensic accounting and
fraud investigations
The program prepares the graduate to
practice in areas such as fraud and economic
loss quantification including: investigating
and analyzing financial evidence, testifying
as a witness, becoming involved in criminal
investigations and uncovering financial
evidence in employee or insurance fraud cases,
and investigating in the rapidly evolving area of
computer fraud.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Successful analysis and findings reported by
practicing professionals may be the difference
between whether perpetrators avoid detection
of their illegal activities or are brought to justice.
In most cases, success is directly and primarily
dependent upon the knowledge, skills and
abilities of the professionals performing the
work. Consequently, the demand for entry-level
professionals with formal education in fraud and
forensic accounting has grown.
Employment opportunities include positions such
as: forensic accounting/litigation consultant,
tax auditor, gaming investigator, insurance
investigator, bank investigator, and internal
auditor.
The program content will prepare students for CFE
– Certified Fraud Examiner examination.
Program Highlights
• there are strong employment prospects for
payroll professionals
• eight months continuous program
• courses are delivered by experienced faculty –
experts in the industry, providing students with
practical hands-on learning.
• geared to the motivated, mature learner with
career experience, the program provides short,
intensive training.
• dynamic learning situations use the most recent
technologies, case studies, and simulations.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma/degree in Business or Accounting.
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE Semester 1 FFIC-401
Introduction to Fraud Examinations
FFIC-402
Financial Crimes Investigation
FFIC-403
Introduction to Intelligence Gathering
FFIC-404
Financial Institutions & Identity Theft
FFIC-405
International Legal Elements
Semester 2
FFIC-411
Advanced Fraud Examinations
FFIC-412
Forensic Accounting
FFIC-413
Electronic Investigations
FFIC-414
Ethics and Fraud Criminology
FFIC-415
Practical Fraud Investigation
Case Management
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Financial Planning
Program Code: 2843
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
The Financial Planning program will provide
students with the opportunity to obtain an
Ontario Graduate Certificate in the field of
financial planning in two semesters. The
program will provide these students with all of
the educational requirements to challenge the
CFP exam and to be fully licensed with IDA/
MFDA.
Professional Association
Accreditations gained as a result of successful
completion of courses and industry exams
include:
• Canadian Securities Course (CSC®)
• Conduct and Practices Handbook Course
(CPH®)
• Wealth Management Essentials (WME®)
Designations and licences that can be obtained
as a result of completing preparatory courses
and successfully writing the industry exams
include:
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP™)
• Life Licensing Qualification Program (LLQP)
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Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates will find work in areas associated with
their studies and the CFP licence with banks,
credit unions, financial planning companies, life
insurance companies, mutual fund companies, and
with investment dealers.
A 2006 Deloitte and Touche report speaks to the
need for financial professional today and in future.
A 2009 report by the Toronto Board of Trade
likewise states that, with demographic changes
and the need for regulation and associated trained
professionals, there will be an increasing demand
for graduates from programs such as this Financial
Planner stream.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program.
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 1
ACCT-401
Accounting for Managerial Decision
Making
ACCT-405
Tax Planning
FINA-401
Estate Planning and Risk Management
FINA-402
Retirement Financial Planning
HRPD-401
Human Resources Management in
Canada
MKTG-416
Marketing
Semester 2
ACCT-402
FINA-403
FINA-404
MGMT-402
MGMT-403
MGMT-404
Financial Management
Corporate Credit Management
Certified Financial Planner Preparation
Crafting and Executing Strategy
Ethics and Stakeholder Management
Managerial Leadership
Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Management
Program Code: 1830
Program Length: 1 year/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: Progress
hospitality@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate Hotel, Resort and
Restaurant Management program will
address the needs of graduates who would
like to retrain in a short period of time for the
exciting field of Hotel, Resort and Restaurant.
This program is designed for students who
are planning to build their futures in the
accommodation industry. In Canada, there are
8,356 hotels, motels, Inns and resorts with
446,318 rooms. These accommodations employ
378,000 people and have generated revenues
of almost $18.8 billion in 2008.
This short yet intensive program will cover
key management areas such as: finances,
human resources, labour relations, oenology,
international operations, leadership,
entrepreneurship, security & risk, service quality,
marketing and revenue management.
You will gain valuable work experience through
an individualized industry placement, designed
to provide a practical foundation for your career.
After graduation, many students continue on as
full-time employees at their placements.
Benefits
Program Highlights
• two days per week industry placement for 15
weeks semester 2
• operational lab practice facilities
• full service student operated restaurant
“horizons”
• modern continually updated computer labs
• access to Delphi catering management software
system
• on-site conference centre
• industry experienced faculty
Educational Partners
• Qualified graduates may be eligible to
participate in an articulated program with
selected universities, institutes, and professional
associations. These partnerships allow students
to apply academic credit towards further study.
Our partners are
• Athabasca University
• International Hotel Management Institute
(Switzerland)
• Malaspina University-College (B.C.)
• Ryerson University
• University of Calgary
• University of New Brunswick
• Royal Roads University (B.C.)
• University of Guelph
• University of South Carolina (U.S.)
• Southern New Hampshire University (U.S.)
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. We will consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post secondary education and relevant work
experience, open to all disciplines.
Non-academic Requirements
• transcript and resumé review may be required
PROGRAM PENDING APPROVAL
Semester 1
HOTL-301
Hospitality Financial Management
HOTL-302
Human Resources and Labour
Relations Management
HOTL-303
Wines and Oenology
HOTL-304
International Hotel, Resort and
Restaurant Management
HOTL-305
Foundations of Leadership
HOTL-306
Managing Service Quality and
Business Excellence
Semester 2
HOTL-351
Hospitality Safety, Security, Risk and
Crises Management
HOTL-352
Hospitality Marketing Strategies
HOTL-353
Hospitality Revenue and Distribution
Management
HOTL-354
Hotel, Resort and Restaurant Industry
Internship
Note: minimum C grade is required for graduation. Pending Ministry Approval
Companies who hire our graduates:
• Delta Hotels
• Fairmont Hotels
• Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
• InterContinental Hotels
• Marriott Hotels
• Starwood Hotels
• Hyatt Hotels
• Cara
• Darden Restaurants – Red Lobster
• Prime Restaurants
• Shoeless Joes
• The Keg
• Sircorp
• Cruise Lines
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Human Resources Management
Program Code: 2860
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter, Summer
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
The Human Resources Management Graduate
Certificate program prepares graduates for
career success in HRM. You will gain both the
required knowledge-base as well as develop
and enhance crucial skills in a number of key
areas. The program boasts an extensive use
of case studies, simulations, project-based
learning, with an emphasis on developing
project management, teamwork, report writing
and presentation skills.
Upon graduating, you will be prepared to begin
working as an HR generalist, or to specialize,
depending on your specific areas of interest.
Benefits
Certifications
Qualified students are eligible to earn the Certified
Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation
granted by the Human Resources Professionals
Association (HRPA) of Ontario.
Career Outlook
Graduates of the program are prepared to work as:
• human resources administrators
• human resources generalists
• human resources specialists (i.e. recruiters,
compensation analysts, trainers, pensions and
benefits administrators; occupational health
and safety officers, HRMS specialists)
Program Highlights
• upon graduating there are strong employment
prospects for both generalists and specialists
• courses are taught by professors with extensive
experience in human resource management
• a strong focus is placed on emerging human
resource management trends such as managing
diversity, alternative dispute resolution, human
resources management systems, pensions and
benefits
• emphasis on the use of computer and internet
technology in performing HR functions ensures
that you have the necessary skills for career
success in a modern HR environment
• there is an integration of key concepts and
materials, utilizing a project management
framework in a capstone course (Human
Resources Strategy)
• HRMS training using a SAP application is
provided
• students graduating from other programs and
those in career transition are able to alter their
focus and gain a solid foundation in HR practice
in a relatively short period of time
Educational Partners
Qualified graduates may be eligible to
participate in an articulated program with
selected universities, institutes, and professional
associations. These partnerships allow graduates
to apply academic credit towards further study.
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Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs
must submit an official transcript demonstrating
proof of successful completion of a postsecondary diploma or degree program. Open to all
disciplines.*
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 1
HRPD-401
Human Resources Management in
Canada
HRPD-402
Contemporary Organizational
Behaviour
HRPD-403
Management Accounting for Human
Resources
HRPD-404
Staffing Organizations
HRPD-405
Strategic Compensation
HRPD-406
Labour and Employment Law
Semester 2
HRDP-407
HRPD-408
HRPD-409
HRPD-410
HRPD-411
HRPD-412
HRPD-413
Employee Health and Safety
Training and Development
Industrial Relations
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Pensions and Benefits
Human Resources Strategy
Advanced HRMS
* This program is not open to graduates of the three-year
Human Resources Management program at Centennial
Interactive Digital Media
Program Code: 6410
Program Length: 12 consecutive months/
3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
416-289-5100
thecentre@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Interactive Digital Media is a post-graduate,
collaborative and project-driven program that
prepares you for today’s world of technology,
media and innovation.
Through intensive training in classroom and
studio environments, you will learn to produce
interactive and rich media content for online,
web design and development, mobile, social
networks, hybrid media, games, e-learning and
interactive installations.
Interactive Digital Media emphasizes technical
competence, diversity of thought, exploration
and an interdisciplinary approach creating a
culture of risk-taking, problem solving and team
building. You’ll be involved with the industry
in early stages of the program and complete
your learning with an intensive industry field
placement.
Testimonial
“After spending eight years in the design
industry, it was time for me to upgrade
my training and expand my skill set. My
experience over that time ranged from
graphic design to corporate multimedia. The
Interactive Digital Media course offered at
Centennial College gave me the opportunity
to gain valuable skills and experience using
industry software and procedures. The
course offered me a chance to broaden my
design skills and apply them through various
mediums including web and video. After
completing the course, I used the internship
to find a position with CTV, and spent two
years designing and animating for the
morning show Canada AM. Since then, I have
spent the past two years managing video
productions at Xero Digital.”
Benefits
Career Outlook
Where do program graduates go? With a
combination of creative and practical skills, our
alumni work in all aspects of the interactive media
industry in Canada including the following:
• Jenna Yim, AI specialist at Sonic Boom Creative
Media Inc.
• Jay Sawh – AdBeast
• Andrea Acosta-Duarte, interactive developer
at Sonic Boom Creative Media Inc.
• Bonnie Large, designer/producer at CanWest
Interactive
• Candace Lee, multi-media producer at
CanWest Interactive
• Kharlo Tawatao, national training designer,
RCI, customer care at ROGERS
• Darren Chanderbhan, project manager at
Virtual Visit Presentations
• Jason Rudniski, online editor at Marketing
Magazine
• Deena Neimat, new media producer of CBC
Kids at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
• Tracey Ratelle-Westdorp, Project Manager at
Enbridge
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. Will consider
applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary and relevant work experience.
Non-Academic requirements
• attendance at a program admission session
• letter of intent
• portfolio review
Program Outline
Semester 1
IDM-401 Software Systems for Digital Content
Creation*
IDM-402 Hardware Systems for Digital and
Content Creation*
IDM-403 Interactive Digital Industry*
IDM-404 Design for Online Environment*
IDM-405
Interface Design Navigation and
Interaction
IDM-406 Project 1: From Methodology to
Implementation*
IDM-407
Skills for Collaborative Workplace
IDM-408
Sound Design for Interactive and Time Based Media
IDM-409
Video Production for Interactive Media
IDM-410
Writing for Interactive Media
Semester 2
CO-428
Integrated Media
IDM-421
Non-Linear and Interactive Narrative
Lab/studio
IDM-422
Project Management/Client Project
IDM-423
Software for Interactive Media
IDM-424
Studio Mentorship/Partnership
IDM-425
Emerging Technology
IDM-426
Project: 2
IDM-427
Programming for Interactive Media 2
Semester 3
IDM-430
IDM-431
IDM-432
IDM-450
Career Networking
Portfolio
Entrepreneurship
Field Placement
*minimum C grade required for graduation.
At A Glance
Careers opportunities include:
• online producer
• interactive project manager
• interactive visual designer
• interactive media art director
• interactive marketing specialist
Nitin Sharma, Graduate
Graduate Certificate Programs/171
International Business Management
Program Code: 2859 (with internship)*
2899 (without internship)
Program Length: 1 year/3 semesters (2859)
2 semesters (2889)
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter, Summer
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Business today is international and you need
to be prepared for it. Centennial College’s
International Business Graduate Certificate
program will prepare you, in less than one
year, for an exciting career in the field of
international business.
You will gain specialized career expertise,
technical knowledge and skill, as well as
practical experience that will enable you to start
or further your specific career in international
business.
Engaging in the optional, full-time, 12-week
internship, in a participating organization
will allow you to gain valuable international
business management experience. You will also
be required to participate in an online course
and prepare assignments related to the work
placement.
Professional Association
Qualified students are eligible to earn credit
towards the Certified International Trade
Professional (CITP) designation granted by the
Forum for International Trade Training (FITT).
Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates of the program are prepared to work as:
• export/import coordinators
• customs brokers
• trade representatives
• logistics support assistants
• foreign investment and risk analysts
• foreign trade consultants
• commercial bank officers
• international marketing representatives
• international development assistants
Program Highlights
• upon graduating there are strong employment
prospects
• program faculty members have extensive
experience in international business
• a strong focus is placed on specialized
areas of international business, including
international development, small to mediumsized international entrepreneurship, trade and
investment, global logistics and transportation,
and global management
• there is an emphasis on the use of computer
and Internet technology in performing
international business functions to ensure
that you have the necessary skills for career
success in the current international business
environment
• an extensive use of case studies, simulations,
and project-based learning, with focus on
developing project management, teamwork,
report writing and communication, and
presentation skills are features of the program
• students graduating from degree and diploma
programs, and those in career transition are
able to channel their focus and gain a solid
foundation in international business practice in
a short period of time
• you will gain practical industry experience
through the industry project component.
Students work in a team for an entrepreneurial
endeavour, small business or major company.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs
must submit an official transcript demonstrating
proof of successful completion of a postsecondary diploma or degree program. Open to all
disciplines.**
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• transcript and resumé review may be required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE Semester 1
INTL-403
Comparative Geopolitical Systems
INTL-405
International Organizations,
Agreements and Business Law
INTL-406
Global Business Strategy
INTL-409
Global Knowledge and e-Business
Management
INTL-410
International Development
PMGT-401
Fundamentals of Project Management
Semester 2
BUSN-401
Employment Preparedness
BUSN-450
Business – Experiential Learning
ECOM-241
Customer Relationship Management
INTL-402
International Finance and Banking
INTL-404
Global Logistics and Operations
INTL-411
International Entrepreneurship: Import
and Export Mgmt
INTL-412
Business Language: Training, Culture
and Customs
MKTG-432
International Marketing & Trade
Semester 3 (2859)
BUSN-450 Business – Experiential Learning
**This program is not open to graduates of the three-year
International Business diploma program at Centennial
College
* applicants should apply to program code 2859. Those not securing an internship will be transferred to program code 2899
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Marketing Management
Program Code: 2825
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter, Summer
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
In today’s complex global market, it is essential
that every business – large, small or virtual –
be guided by a strategic marketing plan. The
ability to market products, services or causes
– and to integrate online and offline – is a vital
advantage in a competitive and increasingly
saturated marketplace.
The Marketing Management program combines
strategic, creative and technological expertise
to provide you with the most sought-after skill
set in today’s economy. The program offers you
the information and leading-edge tools you
need to connect with consumers effectively and
efficiently.
You’ll study marketing theory, along with
related subjects in advertising, sales and
research. You will learn how to apply e-business
concepts to every aspect of marketing. Finally,
as part of the program’s hands-on component,
you will participate in industry project
during which you will work in a team for an
entrepreneurial endeavour, small business or
major company.
Understanding what customers want and
getting those products and services to them
is the essence of marketing, but behind that
is a vast array of business techniques and
strategies. You’ll explore them all in this
challenging graduate certificate program, which
is specifically designed for people with career
experience who now want to add marketing
expertise to their existing skill set.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates of the program are prepared to work as:
• marketing coordinators
• sales and account managers
• Client service managers
• marketing researchers
Program Highlights
• you will gain hands-on industry experience
while completing an exciting marketing
assignment for a small, medium or large sized
business
• e-business orientation is an important part of
the program
• geared to the motivated, mature learner with
career experience, the program provides short,
intensive training in marketing management
• marketing professionals with extensive industry
backgrounds teach the courses
• dynamic learning situations use the most recent
technologies, case studies, and simulations
• the Graduate Certificate that is earned is
recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting
high standards of learning
• student membership privileges are available in
the Canadian Marketing Association
Educational Partners
Qualified graduates may be eligible to
participate in an articulated program with
selected universities, institutes, and professional
associations. These partnerships allow graduates
to apply academic credit towards further study.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs
must submit an official transcript demonstrating
proof of successful completion of a postsecondary diploma or degree program. Open to all
disciplines.*
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 1
BUSN-433
MKTG-416
MKTG-417
MKTG-424
MKTG-432
Business Presentations
Marketing
Internet Marketing
Marketing Research and Analysis
International Marketing and Trade
Semester 2
BUSN-401
ECOM-241
MKTG-426
MKTG-427
MKTG-428
MKTG-429
Employment Preparedness
Customer Relationship Management
Sales Management
Strategic Marketing
Integrated Marketing Communications
Capstone
* This program is not open to graduates of the Marketing
(three-year) Advanced Diploma program
Our partner is:
• Athabasca University, Professional Arts degree
(Communications).
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Media Engineering Design Integration
Program Code: 3420
Program Length: 1 year/3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Winter
Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
dpringle@centennialcollege.ca
automation@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Media Engineering Design Integration is
a unique post-graduate and hybrid program
focused on the design, production and
management of innovative media products.
This includes application development and
content creation for wireless devices,
interactive museum and retail installations,
digital signage systems and networks
and more. In this hands-on program, you will
develop a balanced set of design skills and
capabilities in media production and media
engineering. You will also be cross-trained
to lead collaborative teams of technologists
and media producers in the creation of new
applications and products for the media
marketplace complemented by an industry
field placement.
You will understand the challenges of media
design in order to engineer innovative media
solutions and enhance your core strengths
in engineering or media production, with a
genuine understanding and working knowledge
of each discipline.
The project-based learning environment
will focus your analytical and decision-making
skills on real world challenges. The program’s
coaching and consultation is designed to
focus your ability to assess, develop, manage
and execute a media technology project from
prototype to delivery.
Testimonials
“The Media Engineering Design Integration
program will provide graduates with the
essential experience of working with cross
functional teams that are found in the
workplace; supplying them the skills and
flexibility to lead hybrid teams and develop
new solutions.“
Lynn Shannon, Director of Online
Operations, Consumer Publishing Group,
Rogers Media
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“The MEDI program is designed to train
media professionals for the new world of
ubiquitous computing. You don’t have to be
tied to a workstation or even a laptop. You are
free to move around, travelling through your
daily affairs and interacting with “clouds” of
information wherever you go. The data is already
there, and the networks are letting you access it
from a mobile phone, PDA or even an embedded
chip. The possibilities are endless for untethered
and anytime access to entertainment, education,
business and social networks. MEDI students
will explore these possibilities in both live and
laboratory situations where technology creators
and media experts will collaborate to create
innovative solutions.”
Michael O’Farrell & Jostein Algroy
Co-Authors, Mobile Internet For Dummies
Benefits
Program Highlights
• the program offers an industry field placement
(15 weeks) in a media technology company,
interactive design firm, or media publisher
• hands-on experience is gained in the creation
and distribution of digital media, video
and audio project for mobile networks and
environmental installations
• laboratory experience is gained in PLCs,
robotics, sensors, electrics and network
technology project management, media
informatics and information metrics knowledge
• participation in team and individual projects
guided and assessed by industry entrepreneurs
provides essential skills
At A Glance
Graduates will be in high demand by media
producers and publishers and media technology
developers.
Career opportunities include:
• Project Manager, Digital Media Production
• Interactive Technical Producer, Museum and
Instructional Design
• Producer, Digital Signage Networks
• User Experience Designer, Consumer
Electronics
• Mobile Communications Application
Developer
• Service producer, digital signage networks
• Content manager, multi-stream electronic
publishing
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. Centennial College
will also consider applicants presenting partial
post-secondary (eight college or university credits)
in media production or engineering technology.
Non-academic Requirements
• program information session
• portfolio review
Program Outline
Semester 1
MEDI-401
Project 1
MEDI-402
Introduction to Media Engineering
MEDI-403
Production 1: Video Production &
Sound Design
MEDI-404
Design 1: Visual Design
MEDI-405
Design 2: Design for Web and Mobile
Devices
MEDI-406
EM 1: Math & Electrical Fundamentals
MEDI-407
ICT 1: Media Electronics
MEDI-408
ICT 2: Computer Systems and
Networks
MEDI-409
Software 1: Programming
Fundamentals
Semester 2
MEDI-411
Project 2
MEDI-412
The Marketing Cycle
MEDI-413
Production 2: Physical Computing
MEDI-414
Entrepreneurship & Product
Development
MEDI-415
ICT 3: Media System Engineering 4hrs
MEDI-416
EM 2: Automated Control Systems
MEDI-419
Software 2: Web Programming
Semester 3
MEDI-421
MEDI-422
MEDI-423
MEDI-424
MEDI-420
Project 3
Media Informatics/Information Metrics
Content Management
Portfolio Production
Industry Field Placement
Note:
1. Students can apply for transfer credits, advanced standing
and Prior Learning and Recognition (PLAR).
2. In order to bring these two groups to a level of equivalence,
students in engineering technology and those in media
design will be expected to qualify for advanced standing in
two courses in their respective disciplines in the first semester.
Payroll Management
Program Code: 2725
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Professional payroll management is missioncritical to businesses and other organizations
because of the significant amounts of money
involved in employee remuneration and the
complexity of the legal requirements.
The Payroll Management Graduate Certificate
program prepares graduates for career success
as payroll professionals. In addition to gaining
an extensive knowledge base, you will develop
and enhance crucial skills in a number of key
areas and will be ready to begin working as a
payroll generalist with a solid foundation for
subsequent career advancement. The program
use case studies, simulations and project-based
learning, with a focus on developing project
management, teamwork, and report writing and
presentation skills.
Benefits
Certifications
Students completing this program will be eligible
to receive both the Payroll Compliance Practitioner
(PCP) and Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) from
the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) subject
to their joining the CPA and complying with its
professional requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. Open to all disciplines.
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Career Outlook
Program graduates are prepared to work in every
sector of the Canadian economy as:
• payroll clerks/officers
• payroll and benefits clerks/administrators
• payroll accountants
• human resource and payroll generalists –
general accounting coordinator
• small business bookkeeper/accountant
– office manager
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Program Highlights
• there are strong employment prospects for
payroll professionals
• the program is delivered in partnership with the
Canadian Payroll Association (CPA). Qualified
students are eligible to earn both the “Payroll
Compliance Practitioner (PCP)” and the
“Certified Payroll Manager (CPM)” professional
designations granted by the Association
• industry leading payroll curriculum is
supplemented by graduate level instruction in
managerial accounting, strategic compensation,
pensions and benefits
• the program is taught by professionals with
extensive experience in payroll management,
human resources management and accounting
• focus is on emerging trends and issues in
payroll management, such as the use of
promising technologies and changing legislative
requirements
• payroll system training is taught using an SAP
application
• students graduating from other programs and
those in career transition are able to alter their
focus and gain a solid foundation in payroll
management in a relatively short period of time
Semester 1
ACCT-403
Fundamentals of Financial Accounting
CPAC-401
Payroll Compliance
HRPD-401
Human Resources Management in
Canada
HRPD-405
Strategic Compensation
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 2
CPAC-402
Payroll Management
HRPD-402
Contemporary Organizational
Behaviour
HRPD-403
Management Accounting for Human
Resources
HRPD-411
Pensions and Benefits
HRPD-414
Payroll Systems
Note: There are additional materials and examination fees for
each of the CPAC courses
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Project Management
Program Code: 2528 (with internship)
2598 (without internship)*
Program Length: 1 year/3 semesters (2528)
2 semesters (2598)
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter, Summer
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Today’s business environment is changing.
Most new and innovative work is in the form
of projects delivered on-time and on-budget.
Graduates from any discipline are encouraged
to join this prestigious graduate program in
Project Management.
The program follows the Project Management
Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) methodology and
provides solid, fundamental hands-on training
to equip specialists in any discipline with the
skills needed to manage projects in a timely
and cost effective manner. The program is also
designed to enhance the basic learning from
PMBOK by delivering a curriculum that includes
hands-on integration of technology tools such
as Microsoft Project and leading edge industry
case studies with a focus on organizational
leadership.
Engaging in a full-time optional, 12-week
internship, in a participating organization will
allow you to gain valuable project management
experience. The experience can be used towards
work requirements for the PMI designation. You
will also be required to participate in an online
course and prepare assignments related to the
work placement.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates are prepared to work in both private
and public sectors:
• Project managers (health, engineering,
computer, new media, advertising, marketing,
financial, education, transportation,
construction etc.)
• Project leaders
• Process development analysts
• Global project managers
Educational Partners
Qualified graduates may be eligible to
participate in an articulated program with
selected universities, institutes and professional
associations. These partnerships allow graduates
to apply academic credit towards further study.
Program Highlights
• you will feel confident to write the PMP
certification exam after completing this
program, provided you meet the eligibility
requirements.
• manage projects in your own specialized
discipline and strategic business skills is gained
through the program
• your earning power may increase with a
program which could help you in obtaining the
PMP certification
• you will network with industry professionals
from all disciplines and use leading edge
enabling project management tools,
technologies and best practices.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. Open to all disciplines.
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 1
PMGT-401
Fundamentals of Project Management
PMGT-402
Project Leadership
PMGT-403
Effective Communication
PMGT-406
Business Principles & Requirements
Management
PMGT-421
Project Planning & Scheduling
PMGT-425
Project Management Tools &
Applications
Semester 2 PMGT-423
Project Risk & Quality Management
PMGT-424
Procurement & Contract Management
PMGT-427
Project Estimation & Cost
Management
PMGT-428
International Project Management &
Professional Responsibilities
PMGT-429
Project Management Office
BUSN-450
Business – Experiential Learning
BUSN-401
Employment Preparedness
Semester 3 (2528)
BUSN-450 Business – Experiential Learning
This program is suited for college and university
graduates from any discipline who wish
to increase their employability by working
towards a globally recognized certification
in project management. It is also ideal for
experienced project managers seeking to bring
a new dimension of leadership to their work
environment and for leaders who want to
manage innovation in a structured manner.
Professional Association
You will be prepared to write the Project
Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Exam from the Project Management Institute
(PMI) by meeting the eligibility criteria.
* applicants should apply to program code 2528. Those not securing an internship will be transferred to program code 2598
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RN – Perioperative Nursing
Program Code: 9400
Program Length: 402 hours
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter
Campus: Centennial Science and
Technology Centre
healthstudies@centennialcollege.ca
416-289-5303
Program Overview
The RN – Perioperative Nursing program
curriculum is current and innovative. It reflects
the trends and changes that are occurring
in the perioperative workplace. The program
is grounded by and reflects the national
competencies as outlined in the Operating
Room Nurses Association of Canada: Standards,
Competencies and Position Statements for
Perioperative Registered Nursing Practice. The
program offers classroom theory and hands-on
simulated operating room lab, as well as clinical
placement in teaching and community hospitals.
Graduates of this program will function as
entry-level practitioners. Graduates will be
prepared to function in a variety of specialty
areas such as acute care hospital operating
rooms, labour and delivery suites, ambulatory
practice settings and private surgery clinics.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates are employed in a variety of
perioperative/surgical settings including
teaching hospitals, community hospitals, and
clinics such as ambulatory and plastic surgery
clinics.
Health care organizations, that have hired
program graduates include:
• St. Michael’s Hospital
• The Hospital for Sick Children
• The Scarborough Hospital
• The University Health Network
• Toronto East General Hospital
• York Central Hospital
• Mt. Sinai Hospital
• Markham Stouffville Hospital
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program,
students will have attained the following
characteristics of a Perioperative RN:
• knowledge
• respect
• clinical decision making
• communication skills
• team work skills
• accountability and responsibility
• organizational skills
• teaching and leadership ability
Upon successful completion, students will
demonstrate the ability to:
• practise professionally
• provide physical patient care in the circulating
and scrub RN role
• provide supportive care to patient & family
designates
• provide supportive care to the health care team
• promote a safe environment
• respond to urgent/emergency situations
• manage resources
Distinctive Benefits for Centennial
Students
• faculty members have current operating room
experience
• theory and lab classes are combined to
reinforce concepts that have been taught
• the program is 15 weeks long
• theory and lab component is nine weeks,
Wednesday to Friday each week
• clinical placement is six weeks, monday–friday
each week
• the perioperative lab facility is well equipped,
replicates an actual operating room and
supports the use of simulation as a teaching
methodology
• course is awarded two credits from Ryerson
University towards the collaborative BScN
degree program
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating:
• diploma or degree in Nursing
• current College of Nurses of Ontario Certificate
Registration
Non-academic requirements
• one year of recent post-graduate clinical
nursing experience is strongly recommended
Graduation Requirements
• minimum B+ (75%) grade in theoretical
component and a pass grade in lab and clinical
required to graduate.
Field Placement Requirements
Certifications must be valid for the entire field
placement.
• current CNO Registration
• current CPR Level HCP (Health Care Provider)
Certification
• current Standard First Aid
• Vulnerable sector police check
• immunization review form or waiver is
acceptable if student is taking clinical
placement in the hospital where they are
currently employed
• current Respiratory Mask Fit Certification
Note: The clinical component is only offered on a full-time
basis – five days a week for six weeks
Program Outline
Semester 1
NP-403
NP-411
NP-412
Operating Room Practicum
Operating Room Theory*
Operating Room Lab Skills
* NP-411 requires a minimum B+ grade
At A Glance
Organizations that have hired program
graduates include:
• Southlake Regional Health Centre
• Humber River Regional Health Centre
• Rouge Valley Health System
• St. Joseph’s Health Centre
• North York General Hospital
• Sunnybrook Health Sciences
• William Osler Health Centre
• Woman’s College Hospital
• Trillium Health Centre
• Lakeridge Health Sciences Centre
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Spa Management
Program Code: 5130
Program Length: 1 year/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: Centennial Science and
Technology Centre
healthstudies@centennialcollege.ca
416-289-5303
Program Overview
The spa wellness industry is currently
experiencing unprecedented growth. Studies
indicate that the spa industry is one of the
fastest growing industries around the world.
This growth represents a huge demand for
qualified professionals to manage and operate
day spas and resort/destination spas within
Canada and around the world.
Within this program you will study spa
operations such as business practices and
human relations. You will also investigate how
the spa industry is positioned within the sectors
of health, business and hospitality.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Spa managers are responsible for managing
the operations and employees of a spa. There
is a focus on financial accountability, budgets,
leading a team, networking with the industry
and gaining a competitive edge.
Employment opportunities for graduates of
this program are very broad. Spas Ontario is
committed to hiring only qualified personnel
for their member spas and there is a shortage
of qualified people. Spas in Ontario include
resort/destination spas in rural settings such
as Muskoka, and day spas in all major urban
centres. Employment opportunities also exist on
cruise ships and in spas overseas
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates will have the ability to:
• lead others through effective organization,
the fostering of team activity and efficient
communication
• develop, implement and evaluate a system
to maintain consistent client expectations
regarding exceptional customer service
• analyze and differentiate among various
types of spas for the purpose of conducting
market research
• formulate promotional plans for a spa
through the use of current and relevant
computer software programs
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• develop and implement a human relations
plan that addresses job descriptions/posting,
interviewing systems, employee evaluations,
staff scheduling and compensation packages in
routine and non-routine contexts
• assess, predict and construct a menu of spa
services as well as pricing strategy that ensures
the profitability of a spa business
• create, analyze and interpret financial
statements relative to a spa business, including
profit and loss, break even point and operating
statements to develop innovative approaches
that address real and potential fiscal challenges
• design and evaluate a plan for a spa layout
that allows for effective use of space, customer
and employee comfort, pleasing aesthetic
environment and flexibility in non-routine
contexts
• analyze sales and spa activity using industry
standard software program such as Salon
Account Manager (SAM) and formulate
business plans to improve results
• develop policies and practices to comply with
labour laws, safety standards and practices
relevant to the operation of a spa in routine and
unpredictable contexts
• develop seminars and staff training sessions
including lesson plans, learning outcomes,
manuals, and evaluation of performance criteria
Distinctive Benefits for Centennial
Students
• gain theoretical knowledge as well as
experience in practical application
• learn in an adult environment featuring a
diverse population
• focus on current industry trends and issues
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program in the following fields:
• health or community services,
• business (such as management, human
resources), hospitality; or
• a resumé demonstrating five years of work
experience in the fields listed above.
Non-academic requirements
• demonstrated fluency in English
Program Outline
Semester 1 SPAM-400
SPAM-401
SPAM-402
SPAM-403
SPAM-404
SPAM-405
Introduction to Spas and Management
Spa Design and Development
Marketing and Sales
Retail Sales and Management
Financial Analysis and Budging
Field Placement 1
Semester 2
SPAM-420
Human Resource Management
SPAM-421
Spa Operations & Booking
Management
SPAM-423
Leadership & Communication
SPAM-424
Spa Nutrition & Health
SPAM-425
Field Placement 2
At A Glance
Employment opportunities for graduates of the
program include:
• Spas Ontario, including its member,
residential and day spas in places such as
Muskoka and in all major urban centres
• cruise ships
• spas overseas
Sports Journalism
Program Code: 6415
Program Length: 12 consecutive months/
3 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Winter
Campus: The Centre for
Creative Communications
416-289-5100
thecentre@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Sports Journalism is a new and unique postgraduate program that will prepare you for a
career in the high-profile and energetic world
of sports media. Whether it is covering the
World Series or interviewing a local athlete,
you’ll develop your specialized talents in sports
writing, editing and reporting as you tell the
stories behind the games, the players and the
fans. Sports Journalism is a highly specialized
field and requires specific knowledge and skills,
but the disciplines and practices are similar to
those of a standard journalist.
In this program:
• you’ll learn best practices for sports
reporting in a diverse and gender inclusive
environment with others as dedicated to and
as passionate about sports as you.
• you’ll complement your in-class training with
an industry field placement in a sports media
organization in Canada or around the world.
• you’ll prepare for a new career as a
specialized journalist.
Benefits
Program Outline
Program Highlights
• you’ll learn to write and tell stories in an
energetic, dynamic and hands-on environment,
led by a faculty of experienced sports journalism
professionals and educators.
• you’ll develop a portfolio of published sports
journalism stories and photos.
• you’ll discover new career paths in sports
reporting with local, national and international
news and media outlets.
Semester 1
SPRT-411
Sports Writing and the Sports
Experience
SPRT-412
Sports Interviewing and Beat
Reporting
SPRT-413
Sports in Canada: – The Field of Play
SPRT-414
Sports Reporting 1
Industry Field Placement
You’ll also complement your in-class training
with a specialized industry field placement,
applying your new skills in a sports media
organization in Canada or internationally.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of the successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program in journalism. We
will consider applicants who present a degree or
diploma in another discipline.
Non Academic Requirements
• program admission session
• submit a resumé
• submit a portfolio to include a minimum of
three pieces of work, published or unpublished
• complete a writing test – for applicants who do
not have a degree or diploma in Journalism.
Semester 2
SPRT-421
The Sportscast
SPRT-422
Total Sports – Stats and Research
SPRT-423
The Business of Sports
SPRT-424
On-air Performance
SPRT-425
Feature Writing for Mags, Docs and
Profiles
SPRT-426
The Feature for Sports Radio and
TV
Semester 3
SPRT-431
OR
SPRT-432
SPRT-433
SPRT-450
Sports Observer/Placement
Centennial Sports TV
Professional Placement Seminars
Field Placement
At A Glance
You’ll develop new career skills in:
• sports writing for print, radio, TV, online and
multiplatform media
• advanced interviewing techniques
• sports beat reporting, statistics and imaging
• sports history, culture and business
Testimonial
“As I move forward in my career as a
professional sports writer, I keep going
back to what I learned in Malcolm Kelly’s
(Program Coordinator) sports writing course.
The guest speakers, as well as Malcolm’s own
personal insight were sources of invaluable
information. Since taking the course I have
been published by USA Today, The Associated
Press and have been employed by TSN, and
I’ve applied what I learned in the sports
writing course in all of those endeavours.”
Jonah Schuman, Sports Reporter
Graduate Certificate Programs/179
Strategic Management
Program Code: 2841
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
Strategic Management is a program that is
designed to provide the knowledge, skills
and competencies to individuals who aspire
to become successful middle and upper level
managers across a variety of industries.
The program is uniquely configured to provide
graduates with a solid understanding of the
macro environmental and industry-specific
contexts in which strategic decisions are made
and implemented.
As a student in the program, you will gain
a solid understanding of the managerial
techniques required for effective execution of
strategic decisions, the need for the alignment
of the policies and programs of all areas of the
business, and the critical role which managerial
leadership plays in the viability and growth of
the business enterprise.
Throughout the program, a strong emphasis
is placed on relevance and application to the
managerial challenges of the contemporary
workplace and also on the current managerial
practices of leading companies in the world.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates of the program, depending upon their
undergraduate education and work experiences,
seek middle management positions in fields
such as engineering, information technology,
financial services, life sciences, commercial
real estate, pharmaceuticals, supply chain and
logistics, contract management, and service sector
management.
A sample of the job titles which the graduates of
the program are likely to have within a reasonable
period of time after graduation include:
• business manager
• business analyst
• project manager
• program manager
• account manager
• facilities manager
• service operations manager
• departmental manager
• client service manager
• supply chain manager
• business development manager
Program Highlights
• comprehensive coverage of all the key areas of
management
• extensive use of case studies and simulations
• strong focus on leading-edge managerial
practices (including leadership practices) of the
best companies in the world
• hands-on exposure to the latest technology
applications in the area of management
information systems, including ERP systems
• an optional third semester for industry work
placement
• qualified graduates may be eligible to proceed
further in their studies at the MBA level,
pursuant to articulation agreements negotiated
by the School of Business with other institutions
• delivered by a team of professors with strong
academic backgrounds and extensive business
and management experience
Educational Partners
Qualified graduates may be eligible to participate
in an articulated MBA program with selected
universities. These partnerships allow graduates to
apply academic credit towards further study.
Our Partner is:
• Canada West University
180 /Graduate Certificate Programs
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree program. Open to all disciplines.
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and relevant work
experience will be considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 1 ACCT-401
Accounting for Managerial Decision
Making
ECON-401
Economic Analysis for Managers
HRPD-401
Human Resources Management in
Canada
MGMT-401
Information Systems for Business
Management
MKTG-416 Marketing
OMGT-401
Operations Management for Products
& Services
Semester 2
ACCT-402
Financial Management
HRPD-402
Contemporary Organizational
Behaviour
MGMT-402
Crafting and Executing Strategy
MGMT-403
Ethics and Stakeholder Management
MGMT-404
Management and Leadership
OMGT-402
Supply Chain Management & Logistics
BUSN-401
Employment Preparedness
Strategic Management – Accounting
Program Code: 2844
Program Length: 8 months/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall, Winter
Campus: Progress
416-289-5000 ext. 2280
business@centennialcollege.ca
Program Overview
This unique program is designed to provide
graduates with advanced accounting, financial
management and strategic management
expertise that are required to be successful in
today’s complex business environment.
As a student in the program you will gain a
perspective on the organizational techniques
required for the effective execution of strategic
decisions, and the critical role which managerial
leadership plays in the viability and growth of
the business. You will continue to learn and
deepen your understanding in the areas of
financial accounting, management accounting,
taxation, and auditing.
Graduates work in a broad range of
employment settings in all sectors of business
and industry including financial institutions,
government offices, public accounting firms,
manufacturing industries, service industries,
small business, and self-employment.
Graduates may also apply to CGA-Ontario
and depending on the student’s academic
background may receive up to 4 levels of CGA
transfer credits.
Benefits
Career Outlook
Graduates of the program, depending upon
their undergraduate education and work
experiences may seek middle and upper
level management positions in areas such as:
financial institutions, government offices, public
accounting firms, manufacturing industries,
service industries, small business, and selfemployment.
Program Highlights
• comprehensive coverage of all the key areas of
management
• extensive use of case studies and simulations
• strong focus on leading-edge managerial
practices (including leadership practices) of the
best companies in the world
• hands-on exposure to the latest technology
applications in the area of management
information systems, including ERP systems
• qualified graduates may be eligible to proceed
further in their studies at the MBA lever,
pursuant to articulation agreement negotiated
by the School of Business with other institutions
• provides graduate with CGA transfer credit – up
to four levels
• delivered by a team of professors with strong
academic backgrounds and extensive business
and management experience
• consists of 12 courses and will take two
semesters to complete. Upon completion
students will receive an Ontario College
Graduate Certificate
• recognition for previous studies is maximized
• the program provides rigorous study of financial
accounting, managerial accounting, taxation,
and auditing
Educational Partners
Qualified graduates may be eligible to
participate in an articulated program with
selected universities, institutes and professional
associations. These partnerships allow qualified
graduates to apply academic credit towards
further study.
Our educational partner is:
• Certified General Accountants Association of
Ontario
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs must
submit an official transcript demonstrating proof
of successful completion of a post-secondary
diploma or degree in an accounting discipline.
Applicants presenting a combination of partial
post-secondary education and demonstrated work
experience in the accounting field will also be
considered.
Non-academic Requirements
• interview, transcript and resumé review may be
required
• English and/or math skills assessment may be
required
• English proficiency will be considered in the
admission process
Graduation Requirements
• minimum C grade average is required for
graduation with an overall minimum GPA of 2.0
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Semester 1 ACCT-425
Accounting Theory and Policy
ACCT-446
Advanced Taxation
HRPD-401
Human Resources Management in
or Canada
MGMT-401
Information Systems for Business
Management
OMGT-401
Operations Management for Products
& Services
MKTG-416 Marketing
Semester 2
ACCT-442
Advanced Auditing
ACCT-455
Advanced Financial Management
HRPD-402
Contemporary Organizational
Behaviour
MGMT-402
Crafting and Executing Strategy
MGMT-403
Ethics and Stakeholder Management
MGMT-404
Management & Leadership
Note: Students planning to pursue the CGA designation should
have their college/university transcript evaluated by CGA-Ontario
and/or CGA-International in order to find the appropriate
placement level in the CGA program.
Pending Ministry Approval
A sample of the job titles which the graduates
of the program are likely to have within a
reasonable period of time after graduation
include:
• accounting supervisor
• accounting manager
• assistant controller; controller
• business analyst
• business manager
• cost accountant
• financial analyst
• supply chain manager
Graduate Certificate Programs/181
Workplace Wellness and Health Promotion
Program Code: 1213
Program Length: 1 year/2 semesters
Credential: Ontario College Graduate
Certificate
Start: Fall
Campus: Ashtonbee (TBC)
healthstudies@centennialcollege.ca
416-289-5303
Program Overview
Centennial Workplace Wellness and Health
Promotion graduates promote the total wellbeing of individuals and groups within a
corporate and community context. Skilled in
program planning, design and management,
psycho-social and physical health issues, mental
health management, and health promotion
theory, they bring a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to workplace wellness
and community health promotion.
This is Canada’s first accredited post-graduate
wellness program with a respected national
and international reputation that is recognized
by leading employers. You will benefit from
acquiring essential programming, management
and communication skills needed to become
an effective manager of wellness programs and
health promotion initiatives.
The program focuses on assessing health
risk factors, researching, developing and
implementing plans, and strategies to promote
health and wellness in a variety of settings.
You will also gain knowledge in providing
lifestyle coaching; designing, implementing
and evaluating effective wellness strategies
and programs, and managing programs in
accordance with organizational policies and
procedures. As a graduate you will be able to
utilize a variety of presentation techniques and
strategies, develop a business case and market
and promote health and wellness initiatives.
Testimonials
“Returning to school in the Workplace
Wellness and Health Promotion program,
after 25 years experience as a nurse, was the
perfect choice for me. It gave me the skills to
take my career to the next level, with formal
training in how to integrate wellness, health
promotion and program planning. I am now
armed with the tools to introduce and then
deliver wellness programming/teaching into
any organization.”
Amy Langer BScN, Workplace Wellness
and Health Promotion Program Graduate
‘09
182 /Graduate Certificate Programs
Benefits
Career Outlook
This program opens employment doors in
corporate employee wellness, community health
promotion and not-for-profit organizations. It also
prepares you to work as a wellness entrepreneur
in such positions as wellness coordinator, health
promotion consultant or program manager.
Workplace wellness and promotions provides
employment search support services and has an 90
per cent job placement rate.
Organizations hiring program graduates include:
• ACT (Aids Committee off Toronto)
• Australian – Ministry of Health Promotion
• Canadian Mental Health Association
• Canadian Tire Corporation
• Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada
• Connex Health Consultants
• Department of National Defense
• Health Systems Group
• Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario
• Mt. Sinai Hospital
• North York General Hospital
• Ontario March of Dimes
• Ontario Physical Health Education Association
• Ministry of Labour
• Queens University
• Scarborough General Hospital
• Sun Life
• Tim Horton’s Foundation
• Toronto District School Board
• University of British Columbia
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates have demonstrated the ability to:
• apply best practices to design, implement,
evaluate and manage effective individual and
agency intervention strategies and wellness
programs to achieve goals mutually determined
through consultation
• communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing (i.e. presenting workshops, seminars,
speeches and facilitating groups; writing reports
and proposals and developing promotional
materials)
• analyze the trends and issues in the political,
social and economic environment and
effectively deliver contemporary wellness
programs that address these factors
• work in team settings and apply leadership and
organizational skills to a variety of populations
and settings
• provide appropriate referral information to
assist individuals, groups and organizations;
• advocate wellness concepts and philosophies in
community and employment settings
• maintain professional helping and working
relationships which adhere to legal and ethical
standards
• apply principles of health promotion to a
variety of diverse individuals, organizations and
communities
• apply research design and methods to
Workplace Wellness and Health Promotion
projects
• examine the strategic approach to human
resource management
• develop global citizenship and equity
knowledge, skills and experiences as it relates
to sustainability of resources, individual and
community identities, critical social analysis and
enhanced personal and social responsibility
Admission Requirements
Applicants to Graduate Certificate programs
must submit an official transcript demonstrating:
proof of successful completion of post-secondary
diploma or degree program. Open to all disciplines.
Field Placement Requirements
Certifications must be valid for the entire field
placement.
• CPR – Level HCP and standard first aid
(available at the College at additional cost)
• Vulnerable Sector Screening (Police Check)
Monetary Requirements
• Approximate costs – $1,800 each semester
Program Outline
Semester 1
WELL-407
WELL-421
WELL-429
WELL-430
WELL-431
WELL-427
Program Planning*
Health Promotion Theory*
Health & Wellness Concepts*
Coaching & Communication Skills*
Mental Health Management*
Placement Theory and Practice*
Semester 2
WELL-408
Research Methods in Health Studies*
WELL-424
Program Planning and Management
Techniques*
WELL-432
Environmental Health*
WELL-433
Organizational Development*
WELL-434
Field Placement*
ELECT
Elective (from selection)*+
* requires a minimum C grade
+ Not eligible for transfer credit
At A Glance
Course assignments focus on practical
application of individual, workplace and
community employability skills
• As part of practical experience, you will
design promotional materials for corporate
and community and health awareness events
• Students have the opportunity to practice
and apply skills and to network and gain
relevant experience two days per week in a
work placement