Applied Leadership and Business Management Certificate
Overview
Develop critical thinking and problem-solving techniques while exploring leadership practices. Gain the communication, human resource, and operations skills to successfully lead and manage.| Tuition | N/A |
|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 2-3 years |
| Hours | N/A |
| Delivery | N/A |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates |
What to expect
What you will learn
- Communicate effectively as a manager, coordinator, or leader
- Demonstrate leadership competencies in a variety of settings
- Employ appropriate decision making and evaluation practices
- Apply sales and marketing principles
- Act ethically and professionally in regard to relevant stakeholders and the environment
- Apply critical thinking and problem solving techniques to make sound leadership and management decisions
- Utilize basic accounting principles in the operation of a business or organization
- Apply human resources processes and systems in both small and large organizations
- Manage client, customer, and stakeholder relations
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
This part-time program can be completed over 2 years. Courses are offered during the evening and on weekends. Maximum time for completion: 3 years.
Admission Requirement
Program-specific
None.Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
- Interest in leadership, management and/or business
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English
- Ability to work with confidence independently or on a team
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to conduct themselves in a responsible and professional manner
- Willingness to share experiences and reflect on past actions as part of the learning process
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses (9 credits) | ||
| LEAD 1201 | Introduction to Business Management | 1.5 |
| LEAD 1202 | The Fundamentals of Leadership | 1.5 |
| LEAD 1203 | Sales and Marketing Fundamentals | 1.5 |
| LEAD 1204 | Foundations of Human Resource Management | 1.5 |
| LEAD 1205 | Ethics in Business | 1.5 |
| LEAD 1206 | Finance and Accounting Fundamentals | 1.5 |
| Electives (9 credits) | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Business Communication and Project Management Electives: | ||
| LEAD 1207 | Interpersonal Communication & Relationships | 1.5 |
| LEAD 1208 | Communicating in the Workplace | 1.5 |
| LEAD 1209 | Project and Change Management | 1.5 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Skills Electives: | ||
| LEAD 1210 | Reflective Leadership | 1 |
| LEAD 1211 | Public Speaking and Strategic Narratives for Leaders | 1 |
| LEAD 1212 | Workplace Culture and Organizational Success | 1 |
| LEAD 1216 | Leading from Conflict to Collaboration | 1 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Coaching Skills Electives: | ||
| LEAD 1213 | Essential Coaching Skills for Leaders | 1 |
| LEAD 1214 | Taking Your Leadership Coaching to the Next Level | 1 |
| LEAD 1215 | Coaching Your Team for High Performance | 1 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Small Business Administration Electives: | ||
| SMBU 1201 | Entrepreneurship for Small Business | 1 |
| SMBU 1203 | Operations for Small Business | 1 |
| BUSI 1334 | Foundations of Business | 3 |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Ecommerce Electives: | ||
| ECOM 1001 | Developing Ecommerce | 1 |
| ECOM 1002 | Maintaining Ecommerce | 1.5 |
| ECOM 1003 | Growing Ecommerce | 2 |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and Costs
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
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Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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