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About English Essentials: – Module-based program to help learners advance English language skills in a flexible, engaging online format – Learners can choose to take one, a few or all of the modules. – Each module is self-paced to allow participants to take their time and complete the activities whenever they like. – Modules typically take three-hours to work through, however learners will have unlimited access even once they have completed them. – The modules contain engaging activities and built-in feedback. This program will help you improve on: – Building strong arguments and refuting counterarguments – Sentence structure and connecting ideas – Understanding published work through critical reading, detecting bias and understanding inference – Avoiding common sentence structure errors – Enhancing coherence – Developing and organizing presentation content, including using visuals Who should take this course: – Students looking to improve their skills in academic reading, writing, grammar, and presentations. – Anyone who needs a refresher in the English language Modules & Topics: – Critical Reading – Writing Fundamentals – Grammar: Building Strong Sentences – Grammar: Connecting Ideas – Effective Presentations Fees: Each module is $10+HST. Schedule: All modules are asynchronous and can be taken at your own pace, and...

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Learn Key Skills in: – HTML – CSS – SEO – Javascript – UX Mapping – UI Patterns – REACT – REST API – JSX Course Description: This online course introduces key concepts of the web and the internet and the principles of web design and development. Topics covered include fundamentals of the internet and the web, introduction to social media, web development and design tools and languages, basics of HTML, principles of web layout and design, screen design principles, legal and ethical issues in web design, and basics of content management systems. At the end of the course, the successful student will know and be able to: > Understand the fundamental concepts of the web and social media and their impact on business and everyday life. > Understand the basic concepts of web development and design. > Explain the principles of web design clearly. > Recognize the legal and ethical issues of designing websites. > Understand the importance and application of version control and utilize it. > Design and develop a basic html website. Level: Beginner (no prior knowledge of web design required) Format: Online Classroom Assignments: Build a wireframe and a basic website with HTML (or using similar...

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This online class will introduce the area of business finance. The primary objective is to understand the fundamentals of financial management of a business through the development of budgets and forecasts; analysis of projects using discounted cash flows to develop net present value (NPV) comparisons; using sensitivity analysis to see how profitability and cash flows would be affected by changes in underlying assumptions. The course will also use current news events to illustrate how concepts are used by companies. Learner Outcomes Learners who successfully complete the class will be able to: > Understand the fundamentals of finance and its uses in business. > Interpret the information contained in the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows to develop budget/forecasts for the business. > Understand the basic financial concepts of “present value”, “future value”, and calculate the present and future values of streams of cash payments. > Calculate the net present value, internal rate of return and payback period. > Use the net present value rule to analyze problems that involve competing projects. > Use sensitivity and scenario analyses to determine different outcomes of project profitability and cash flows. > Define and calculate a company’s weighted average cost of...

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Cohorts for 2025 starting in March, June and October

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This online class is an introduction to the principles, concepts and techniques of marketing. A significant objective of this class is the development of a basic understanding of the marketing process and its role in the organization, and in the economy. Marketing is an exciting field of study; it taxes your basic knowledge of economics, psychology, sociology, and other business fields, as well as your powers of observation. Additional class focus will be placed upon the marketing manager’s need to make decisions with fluctuating and limited information, and better understanding client management, client decision-making, and the complexity and dynamism of marketing. Empowering you to make not only better marketing decisions but more strategic marketing decisions is critical. Learner Outcomes Learners who successfully complete the class will be able to: > Ability to make decisions based upon complex, partial and competing information to best achieve organizational goals > Engage a strategic-level of approach and analysis when making overarching decisions and then operationalize tactical choices rooted in strategy > Assimilate multiple points of information to deduce, comprehend and shape the wisest possible decision given the depth and/or dearth of intelligence > Explain the importance of socially responsible marketing decisions and how they...

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Investing in Women’s Futures

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This online class will cover a set of proven and highly respected methodologies and tools focused on tackling waste and variability in processes, also known as Lean Six Sigma. Rising costs, missed delivery deadlines, recurring quality issues and customer complaints are all typical challenges that any organization can face. Through 10, half days of interactive online instruction, you will have the chance to become a Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and an indispensable champion for continuous improvement in your organization. Your perception of your work processes, products/services, and clients will be transformed. Using powerful tools and methodologies, you will identify waste in a process, develop strategies to get to the root cause of problems, and learn to lead multidisciplinary teams. By the end of the class, you will be able to create and implement lean six sigma solutions that will drastically improve the way you deliver value to your customers. As a learner of the class you will: > Identify opportunities for improvement > Learn strategies to lead teams in tackling inefficiencies > Understand how to create a plan to implement lasting solutions > Master the DMAIC cycle (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control) > Apply critical tools on real life case studies To...

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The Human Resources Management Essentials online class will introduce the fundamental concepts and practices required to manage people effectively. A focus on guidelines for effective recruitment, selection, performance management and training will be highlighted. Participants will have the opportunity to examine the impact of employment legislation and organizational strategy on human resources management practices. Learner Outcomes Learners who successfully complete the class will be able to: > Understand legislative requirements in the employment relationship, including the Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Rights Code and Labour Relations Act. > Identify critical requirements to attract and acquire skilled talent and explore best practices for developing talent. > Determine strategies to effectively manage in a unionized environment, including dealing with challenging issues such as discipline, performance management, and job competition. > Explore strategies to design and foster a Human Resource Strategy that directly aligns practices with organizational goals and actively contributes to the bottom line. > Examine the strategic role of training and development within an organization and develop an organizational training needs analysis. Learners will actively participate in online classes and complete a combination of assignments. Learners will be assigned a grade of “complete or incomplete” upon completion....

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This online class provides an introduction to data analytics for business professionals. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the nature of business data, analyzing this data to obtain business insights, and communicating key insights derived from the application of data analytic techniques. Students will develop their ability to express business problems in forms that can be addressed using data analytics and their ability to perform analytics tasks using common software tools and methods. Students will also develop the foundations necessary for understanding and applying more advanced data analytics methods. Learner Outcomes Learners who successfully complete the module will be able to: > Explain the value and importance of data analytics to organizations. > Differentiate among different forms of data and select suitable methods for preparing these different forms of data for analysis. > Analyze business data using basic data analytic methods and software. > Appraise the business significance of insights derived from the application of data analytic methods. > Create visualizations that effectively communicate data-driven business insights. > Evaluate the risks posed by organizational reliance on data analytics. Learners will actively participate in online classes and complete a combination of assignments. Learners will be assigned a grade of “complete or...

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Cohorts for 2025 starting in June and October

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This class is designed to develop strategic problem-solving abilities of students in the miniMBA Program. The focus of the course is on the application of the strategic management process, strategy principles, analytical frameworks and tools by using a combination of lectures, readings and active learning through case studies. In this intense, nine-hour online module, students wear the hat of the CEO and learn how a chief executive officer applies strategy principles, conducts problem solving cross functional barriers and formulates viable business strategies in order to achieve competitive advantage for the organization in the industries. Learner Outcomes Learners who successfully complete the module will be able to: > Differentiate strategic problem solving from other forms of problem solving in business management. > Explain the process of strategic management in complex business environments. > Apply strategy principles, fundamental tools and frameworks when conducting strategic analysis. > Assess the viability of business strategy in case studies. > Improve business communication skills in writing and through public presentations. Learners will actively participate in online classes and complete a combination of assignments and case studies. Learners will be assigned a grade of “complete or incomplete” upon completion.

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Cohorts for 2025 starting October