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Diploma in Accounting Admission and Program Requirements
previous post-secondary education is not requiredindividuals with post-secondary education are required to complete five core and any six specialist courses. students may take any number of basic courses as required for external accreditation individuals without post-secondary education are required to complete Effective Communication and Organizational Behaviour in addition to the five core and any six specialist courses
Certificate in Advanced Accounting Admission
and Program Requirements
open to individuals with post-secondary education who have completed foundation/ core-level accounting courses outside of CCe prior to beginning the Certificate To qualify for the Certificate, students must complete any six specialist courses
Note: Graduates of the Diploma in Accounting are not eligible for the Certificate in Advanced Accounting and graduates of the Certificate in Advanced Accounting are not eligible for the Diploma in Accounting.
English Language Proficiency Requirements
if your first language is not english, you must meet the university’s english language proficiency requirements as outlined atwww.mcmastercce.ca/english-language-proficiency-requirements
Professional Designations
The CPA designation is your key to a prosperous and fulfilling career.
To find out which McMaster CCe accounting courses are recognized as CPA (PreP) equivalencies, visit our professional associations and Designations page at
www.mcmastercce.ca/accounting/cpa-professional-associations
Whether you are a student in university, already working or an internationally-educated professional, learn how you can become a Cpa at goCPAontario.ca
Professional Association Events
CPA Ontario Information Session – Tuesday, august 25, 2015, 6:30 pm
for details, times and registration information, visit www.mcmastercce.ca/events
Students pursuing an external designation are responsible for ensuring that they satisfy the external program’s requirements.
McMaster University’s Accounting programs were designed in collaboration with industry experts and the DeGroote School of Business to help you efficiently achieve your learning goals.
FEATURES
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study under skilled instructors who bring industry experience and up-to-date application No formal admission procedure
FORMAT
in-person, weekdays, evenings and weekends online (self-study)
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WHO SHOULD TAKE
THIS PROGRAM
anyone wishing to pursue a career in managerial or financial accounting
professionals pursuing a Cpa
students who only wish to take a few courses, without completing one of our academic programs, may do so as long as posted prerequisites or equivalencies are satisfied prior to enrolment. New students are strongly advised to contact the Centre for Continuing education for academic counselling and a program study plan.
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Core Courses
Introductory Financial Accounting
examine generally accepted accounting principles, the transaction cycle, financial statements and the balance sheet.
recommended prerequisite: Basic Bookkeeping or equivalent
Intermediate Financial Accounting I
investigate the reporting environment, accounting process and asset valuation issues. special topics include accounting for changes, errors and prior period adjustments.
Prerequisite: introductory financial accounting or equivalent
Intermediate Financial Accounting II
examine current financial reporting requirements and practices for liabilities and shareholders’ equity, concentrating on the theoretical application and highlighting of other regulatory requirements.
Prerequisite: intermediate financial accounting i or equivalent
Introductory Management Accounting
study managerial and cost accounting issues as a framework for approaching contemporary cost problems.
Prerequisite: introductory financial accounting or equivalent
Intermediate Management Accounting
Build on the concepts of cost accumulation and allocation. examine cost-volume-profit analysis and capital budgeting.
Prerequisites: introductory financial accounting + introductory
Management accounting or equivalent
Specialist Courses
Accounting TheoryGain insight into the concepts, principles and issues that underlie the discipline of accounting.
Prerequisites: introductory Management accounting + intermediate
financial accounting ii or equivalent Advanced Financial Accounting
study accounting methods and recording procedures during takeovers, accounting for business combination after acquisition, accounting for intra-company transactions and for non-profit organizations.
Prerequisites: intermediate financial accounting i or equivalent
Advanced Management Accounting
Building on models presented in intermediate Management accounting, study how systems and information are structured for managerial planning, decision-making and evaluation.
Prerequisites: introductory financial accounting + intermediate
Management accounting or equivalent Auditing
explore procedures involved in auditing internal corporate functions and services. emphasis is placed on audit, evidence gathering, internal control and statistical sampling.
Prerequisites: intermediate financial accounting ii + introductory
Management accounting or equivalent
Financial Management
Gain insight into asset and equity management with a focus on working capital levels, capital structure and distribution of profits.
Prerequisites: intermediate financial accounting ii + intermediate
Management accounting or equivalent
Note: students pursuing a program other than the Diploma in accounting or the Certificate in advanced accounting should consult with their program Manager to review acceptable prerequisite equivalencies.
Management Information Systems
explore system analysis, design and implementation with reference to the relationship between system management and organizational development. Taxation I
examine the theory and application of the income Tax act as it relates to both individuals and corporations.
Prerequisites: intermediate financial accounting ii or equivalent
Taxation II
Continue to examine the theory and application of the income Tax act as it relates to corporations.
Prerequisite: Taxation i or equivalent
Basic Courses
Basic Bookkeepingreview fundamental bookkeeping principles and skills associated with a senior high school-level understanding of bookkeeping.
Business Foundations
examine business in a Canadian context, including finance, personnel, marketing, operations and general management.
Business Law
Gain insight on legal topics that accountants and general business managers encounter to recognize where legal problems exist and what avenues are open to resolve them.
Business Statistics
understand statistical techniques commonly used in solving business problems and understanding market research.
Business Strategy
Gain practical training in setting goals and objectives for organizations and in creating business strategies and plans.
Prerequisite: Business foundations
Economics
understand economics, including the basic principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics. some knowledge of graphs and equations is required. Effective Communication
Gain the knowledge and skills associated with clearly receiving, transmitting and communicating information within the business environment.
Organizational Behaviour
explore human behaviour through influences that affect productivity, efficiency and organizational effectiveness through group work and case material.
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BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT | ACCOUNTING
Fall 2015 – In-person Fall 2015 – Online or Online Self-study Winter 2016 – In-person Winter 2016 – Online or Online Self-study
Course Name Units Course # Tuition Date/Time Section Offered Section Date/Time Section Offered Section
Accounting Theory 3 aCC 939
Advanced Financial
Accounting 3 aCC 934 $669 fri, sep 18 - Dec 18 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss)Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C31C32 sun, Jan 10 - apr 17 9:00 aM - 12:15 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss)Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C31C32
Advanced Management
Accounting 3 aCC 930 $669 Thurs, sep 17 - Dec 10 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss)Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C31C32 sat, Jan 9 - apr 9 9:00 aM - 12:30 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss)Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C31C32
Auditing 3 aCC 931 $669 sat, sep 19 - Dec 12
9:00 aM - 12:30 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss)Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C31C32 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss)Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C31C32
Basic Bookkeeping 1.5 aCC 830 $439 sep 15 - Dec 15 (oss) C31 Jan 15 - apr 15 (oss) C31 Nov 15 - feb 15 (oss) C32 Mar 15 - Jun 15 (oss) C32
Business Foundations 3 Bus 825 $669 Wed, sep 16 - Dec 9
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o)Nov 2 - Jan 20 (o) C21C22 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
Business Law 3 Bus 436 $669 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o) C21
Business Statistics 3 aCC 855 $669 fri, Jan 15 - apr 15 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Business Strategy 3 Bus 852 $669 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
economics 3 aCC 818 $669 Thurs, sep 17 - Dec 10
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o) C21
effective
Communication 3 aCC 920
Financial Management 3 aCC 933 $669 sun, sep 20 - Dec 13
9:00 aM - 12:30 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 Mon & Thurs, Mar 7 - apr 25 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM
C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31 Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Intermediate Financial
Accounting I 3 aCC 926 $669 fri, sep 18 - Dec 18 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 sun, Jan 10 - apr 17 9:00 aM - 12:15 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31 Mon & Thurs,
Nov 2 - Dec 17 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM
C02 Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Intermediate Financial
Accounting II 3 aCC 927 $669 Mon, sep 14 - Dec 14 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 Mon & Thurs, Jan 11 - feb 29 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM
C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31
Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 fri, Jan 15 - apr 15
6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C02 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Intermediate Management Accounting
3 aCC 929 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 8
6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 Mon & Thurs, Jan 11 - Mar 3 9:00 aM - 12:00 pM
C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31
Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6
6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C02 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Introductory Financial
Accounting 3 aCC 925 $669 Mon & Thurs, sep 14 - oct 31 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM
C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7
6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31
sun, sep 20 - Dec 20
9:00 aM - 12:15 pM C02 Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Introductory Management Accounting
3 aCC 928 $669 Wed, sep 16 - Dec 9
6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31 Mon & Thurs,
Nov 2 - Dec 21 9:00 aM - 12:00 pM
C02 Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Management
Information Systems 3 aCC 932 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 8 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss)Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C31C32 Tues, Jan 12 - apr 5 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss)Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C31C32
Organizational
Behaviour 3 hrM 821 $669 Wed, sep 16 - Dec 9 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o) C21
Taxation I 3 aCC 937 $669 sat, sep 19 - Dec 19
9:00 aM - 12:15 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 Mon, Jan 11 - apr 11 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31 Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 Mon & Thurs,
Mar 7 - apr 21 9:00 aM - 12:00 pM
C02 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Taxation II 3 aCC 938 $669 Mon, sep 14 - Dec 14
6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss)Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C31C32 sat, Jan 9 - apr 16 9:00 aM - 12:15 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss)Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C31C32
student fees of $7 per unit of credit have been included in the listed tuition fee.
students must enrol in online (o) and online self-study (oss) courses at least 10 days prior to the start date. Visit www.mcmastercce.ca for the latest schedules, policies, prerequisites, instructor information, class updates and to enrol. In-person and online formats now share the same course number. Take care to choose your desired format when enrolling. Former course numbers can be found on the course description pages at www.mcmastercce.ca
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Affiliated Associations
association of administrative assistants Canadian institute of Management Global risk Management institute project Management institute and more
students pursuing an external designation are responsible for ensuring they satisfy the external program’s requirements.
Business Administration Program Requirements
Certificate in Business Administrationall 5 core courses
Diploma in Business Administration all 5 core courses + any 3 elective courses
Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Business Analysis all 5 core courses + the corresponding Global knowledge program
Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance all 5 core courses + 4 finance electives
Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources all 5 core courses + 4 human resources electives including human resources Management Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Management
all 5 core courses + 4 Management electives including human resources Management and Business strategy
Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing all 5 core courses + 4 Marketing electives
Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management all 5 core courses + either McMaster university’s project Management program or the
corresponding Global knowledge program
Diploma in Business Administration with a concentration in Risk Management all 5 core courses + McMaster university’s risk Management program
Developed in collaboration with the DeGroote School of Business, McMaster’s flexible Business Administration program is designed to help a wide range of professionals gain, add or refine the crucial business skills that employers seek.
FEATURES
select the best program option for your needs. students can complete a certificate, diploma or diploma with concentration
fast-track course loads available. a Diploma in Business administration can be earned in 8-12 months on a fast-track load
FORMAT
in-person, evenings and weekends online
online (self-study)
WHO SHOULD TAKE
THIS PROGRAM
anyone entering the business world New managers
professionals pursuing external designations Current managers wanting to upgrade
their knowledge anyone managing projects
Business
administration
Get down to business.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/business
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
Many courses in this program sell out early. Enrol ASAP to avoid disappointment.
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Core Courses
Business CommunicationsGain the knowledge and skills associated with clearly receiving, transmitting and communicating information within the business environment. Business Finance & Accounting
Become familiar with the concepts, language and uses of financial and management accounting in business, including statements, budgets and profit planning.
Business Foundations
examine business in a Canadian context, including finance, human resources, marketing, operations and general management. Introduction to Marketing
Learn essential marketing concepts, including product development, market segments, pricing strategies, brand equity, distribution channels and promotional activities. This course takes a consumer-centred approach to marketing.
Organizational Behaviour
explore human behaviour through influences that affect productivity, efficiency and organizational effectiveness through group work and case material.
Finance Electives
Business Statisticsunderstand statistical techniques commonly used in solving business problems and undertaking market research.
Economics
understand economics, including the basic principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics. some knowledge of graphs and equations is required. Financial Management
Gain insight into asset and equity management with a focus on working capital levels, capital structure and distribution of profits.
Prerequisite: Business finance & accounting or economics or statistics
Financial Modelling
use financial modelling to solve a variety of finance-related problems and support management decisions.
Prerequisites: financial Management + Business finance & accounting
Risk Management Electives
Risk Management Principles & PracticesLearn how to identify, analyze and develop techniques for treating loss exposures.
Risk Assessment & Treatment
study the two dimensions of loss: frequency and severity, with particular attention on losses to property, people, net income and liability. Risk Financing
examine the selection, implementation and monitoring of risk financing techniques including use of affiliated assurers, insurance pricing, selection of insurers and risk cost allocation.
Human Resources Electives
Compensationunderstand the process, issues and techniques involved in developing and administering a compensation system.
Human Resources Management*
using an experiential approach, this course explores the fundamentals of human resources management.
Human Resources Planning
examine human resources planning theory, including job analysis, planning and forecasting, management development, information systems and program implementation.
Labour Relations
study the relationship between employers and employees in ontario, including collective bargaining and grievance resolution.
Occupational Health & Safety
explore technical, legislative, political and personal safety issues in the workplace.
Recruitment & Selection
explore recruitment, selection, job analysis, competency modelling, screening, interviewing and decision-making.
Training & Development
examine the function of training and development, including the psychology of learning, needs assessment, program design and evaluation, and group dynamics.
Wellness in the Workplace
examine why health promotions make sense as a return on investment for employers and gain insight into the process of designing, managing and evaluating a program.
*required for concentration
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT | BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
“ The McMaster Business Administration program has allowed me to assume a number of promotions in my career. The benefits were the personal relationships I was able to make, the mentorship from the instructors, and the practical tools that I was able to apply to my workplace, which in turn gave me success.”
Brian Brouwer, Graduate, Business administration program, concentration in Management
WaTCh BriaN’s sTory: mcmastercce.ca/brian
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BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT | BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Management Electives
Business LawGain insight on legal topics that accountants and general business managers encounter to recognize where legal problems exist and what avenues are open to resolve them.
Business Statistics
understand statistical techniques commonly used in solving business problems and undertaking market research.
Business Strategy*
Gain practical training in setting goals and objectives for organizations and in creating business strategies and plans.
Prerequisite: Business foundations
Economics
understand economics, including the basic principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics. some knowledge of graphs and equations is required. Financial Management
Gain insight into asset and equity management with a focus on working capital levels, capital structure and distribution of profits.
Prerequisite: Business finance & accounting or economics or statistics
Human Resources Management*
using an experiential approach, this course reviews the fundamentals of human resources management.
Management Information Systems
explore system analysis, design and implementation with reference to the relationship between system management and organizational development. Operations Management Techniques
examine operations management, including forecasting, capacity planning, inventory control, project management, transportation cost analysis, quality control and problem-solving techniques.
Principles & Practices of Supervision
understand behaviours that lead to effective supervision. study the concept of situational leadership.
*required for concentration
Marketing Electives
Branding & Imageexplore the foundation, application and management of a strong brand, including key principles and brand equity, characteristics of a strong brand, brand building and positioning, and the role of ethics in branding. Building Social Media Relationships
explore the theoretical aspects and practical applications of social media tools, including blogs, wikis and social media websites (like facebook and youTube) to engage new audiences and build relationships.
Business-to-Business Marketing
To be effective, marketing strategies need to take into account not only the customer but also the customer’s customers. Learn the basic institutional details and principles of successful business-to-business marketing. Consumer Behaviour
study why and how consumers make decisions, including consumer psychology and social responsibility.
Integrated Marketing Communications
examine strategic communications and the effective use of advertising, sales promotion, personal selling, public relations, event marketing and media.
Marketing Plans & Implementation
Learn to create and communicate marketing plans, including marketing audits, market analysis, strategy, tactics and implementation tools. Market Research
in today’s marketing landscape, data can be difficult to collect and even misleading and confusing. assess marketing research techniques to help you collect and analyze data for effective marketing plans. Social Media Research & Techniques
apply social media knowledge to public relations practice by conducting research, campaigns and engaging communities. study current business cases to explore best practices.
Prerequisite: Building social Media relationships
Stackable Credentials
Students who complete a Business Administration Certificate and want to continue towards the Business Administration Diploma may apply the certificate courses to the diploma. A one-time $79 fee applies.
Students who complete the Business Administration Diploma and want to pursue a concentration within the same diploma must take at least 9 units of credit in the new concentration area. Students will be charged a one-time $79 fee to pursue each additional concentration.
Students who complete a Diploma in Marketing or Human Resources Management are not eligible to then pursue the Business Administration Diploma with a concentration in that same topic. Note: students who complete the concentration first are eligible to pursue the Human Resources Management or Marketing Diploma. See pages 9-10 and 19-20.
Upon successful completion, 1-day and 2-day courses from the Essentials Programs may be applied towards elective requirements in the Business Administration Diploma. See pages 12-13.
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Fall 2015 – In-person Fall 2015 – Online or Online Self-study Winter 2016 – In-person Winter 2016 – Online or Online Self-study
Course Name Units Course # Tuition Date/Time Section Offered Section Date/Time Section Offered Section
Branding & Image 3 MkT 106 $669 sat, sep 19 - Dec 19
9:00 aM - 12:00 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
Building Social Media
relationships 3 puB 111 $669 sat, sep 19 - Dec 19 9:00 aM - 12:00 pM C01 Tues, Jan 12 - apr 5 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Business Communications 3 Bus 850 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 14
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21 Mon, Jan 11 - apr 16 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o)Mar 7 - May 28 (o) C21C22
Business Finance
& Accounting 3 hrM 817 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 8 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Nov 2 - Jan 23 (o)sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21C22 sat, Jan 9 - apr 16 9:00 aM - 12:00 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o)Mar 7 - May 28 (o) C21C22
Business Foundations 3 Bus 825 $669 Wed, sep 16 - Dec 9
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o)Nov 2 - Jan 20 (o) C21C22 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
Business Law 3 Bus 436 $669 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o) C21
Business Statistics 3 aCC 855 $669 fri, Jan 15 - apr 15 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Business Strategy 3 Bus 852 $669 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Business-to-Business
Marketing 3 MkT 107
Compensation 3 hrM 898 $669 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Consumer Behaviour 3 MkT 102 $669 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
economics 3 aCC 818 $669 Thurs, sep 17 - Dec 10
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o) C21
Financial Management 3 aCC 933 $669 sun, sep 20 - Dec 13
9:00 aM - 12:30 pM C01 sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31 Mon & Thurs, Mar 7 - apr 25 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM
C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss) C31 Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss) C32 Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C32
Financial Modelling
and Analysis 3 Bus 490 $669 sep 14 - Dec 6 (oss) C31 Jan 18 - apr 10 (oss) C31 human resources
Management 3 hrM 901 $669 Thurs, sep 17 - Dec 10 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Mon, Jan 11 - apr 1 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o) C21
human resources Planning 3 hrM 923 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 8
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 feb 22 - May 14 (o) C21
Integrated Marketing
Communication 3 MkT 103 $669 sat, Jan 9 - apr 16 9:00 aM - 12:00 pM C01
Introduction to Marketing 3 MkT 819 $669 Thurs, sep 17 - Dec 10
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o)Mar 14 - Jun 5 (o) C21C22
Labour relations 3 hrM 899 $669 sat, sep 19 - Nov 7
9:00 aM - 4:00 pM C01 feb 22 - May 14 (o) C21
Management Information
Systems 3 aCC 932 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 8 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 Nov 15 - apr 16 (oss)sep 15 - feb 20 (oss) C31C32 Tues, Jan 12 - apr 5 6:30 pM - 9:45 pM C01 Jan 15 - Jun 18 (oss)Mar 15 - aug 20 (oss) C31C32
Market research 3 MkT 104 $669 Wed, sep 16 - Dec 9 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Marketing Plans &
Implementation 3 MkT 101 $669 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21 Tues, Jan 12 - apr 5 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Occupational health
& Safety 3 hrM 921 $669 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Operations Management
Techniques 3 Bus 816
Organizational Behaviour 3 hrM 821 $669 Wed, sep 16 - Dec 9
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o)Nov 2 - Jan 23 (o) C21C22 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o)Mar 7 - May 28 (o) C21C22
Principles & Practices
of Supervision 3 Bus 847 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 14 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
recruitment & Selection 3 hrM 897 $699 Mon, sep 14 - Dec 14
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 feb 22 - May 14 (o) C21
risk Assessment
& Treatment 3 rsk 714 $729 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
risk Financing 3 rsk 715 $729 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21
risk Management
Principles & Practices 3 rsk 713 $729 Mon, sep 14 - Dec 14 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
Social Media
research & Techniques 3 puB 113 $669 sat, Jan 9 - apr 16 12:30 pM - 3:30 pM C01
Training & Development 3 hrM 902 $699 Nov 2 - Jan 23 (o) C21 Tues, Jan 12 - apr 5 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Web Analytics 3 Wap 101 $2,895 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21
student fees of $7 per unit of credit have been included in the listed tuition fee. students must enrol in online (o) and online self-study (oss) courses at least 10 days prior to the start date. Visit www.mcmastercce.ca for the latest schedules, policies, prerequisites, instructor information, class updates and to enrol. In-person and online formats now share the same course number. Take care to choose your desired format when enrolling. Former course numbers can be found on the course description pages at www.mcmastercce.ca
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Diploma in Human Resources Management Requirements
all 5 core courses + 3 elective courses (24 units of credit in total)
FAST TRACK!
Diploma can be completed on a part-time basis or in 12 months with a fast-track course load (september start).Professional Designation
human resources professionals association (hrpa™)
students pursuing an external designation such as Chrp™ are responsible for ensuring that they satisfy the external program’s requirements. Courses approved by the human resources professionals association are noted in the schedule on the next page. effective october 2014, a university degree is no longer required for the Chrp designation. for information on the three (3) hr designations: Chrp, ChrL and Chre, offered through hrpa, visit www.hrpa.ca
students who complete the diploma may apply for advanced credits towards degree studies. The Human Resources Management program has been designed in association
with the DeGroote School of Business to help human resources professionals succeed as strategic partners within their organization.
Gain university-level knowledge and applied skills in the key human resources disciplines of recruitment, strategic planning, training, labour relations, compensation, health and safety, and human behaviour.
FORMAT
in-person, weekdays, evenings and weekends online
WHO SHOULD TAKE
THIS PROGRAM
anyone wishing to pursue a career in human resources
anyone pursuing a Certified human resources professional (Chrp™) or Certified human resources Leader (ChrL™) designation Managers who want to gain confidence in
human resources issues
There is no formal admission procedure. Courses can be taken as part of the program or individually.
human resources
Management
People + Skills.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/HR
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
“ McMaster was the place I wanted to be. The teachers are professionals by day and instructors by night so they bring a lot of real-world experience to classes. The opportunity offered by the Human Resources Diploma program at McMaster has been just fabulous for me. It’s going to open a lot of doors.”
Nicole fraser, human resources Management Diploma student
Full Diploma now available online!
Many courses in this program fill up quickly. Enrol early to avoid disappointment!
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Core Courses
Compensationunderstand the process, issues and techniques involved in developing and administering a compensation system.
Human Resources Management
using an experiential approach, this course explores the fundamentals of human resources management. This course (or equivalent) is the suggested prerequisite for all others in the program.
Labour Relations
study the relationship between employers and employees in ontario, including collective bargaining and grievance resolution.
Organizational Behaviour
examine the structure and function of human behaviour in organizations. study behavioural influences that affect productivity, organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
Recruitment & Selection
explore recruitment, selection, job analysis, competency modelling, screening, interviewing and decision-making.
Elective Courses
Basic Bookkeepingreview fundamental principles and skills associated with a senior high school-level understanding of bookkeeping. This course does
not count as an elective credit.
Business Communications
Gain the knowledge and skills associated with clearly receiving, transmitting and communicating information within the business environment. Business Finance & Accounting
Become familiar with the concepts, language and uses of financial and management accounting in business, including statements, budgets and profit planning.
Human Resources Planning
examine human resources planning theory, including job analysis, planning and forecasting, management development, information systems and program implementation.
Occupational Health & Safety
explore technical, legislative, political and personal safety issues in the workplace.
Principles & Practices of Supervision
understand behaviours that lead to effective supervision. explore the concept of situational leadership.
Training & Development
examine the function of training and development, including the psychology of learning, needs assessment, program design and evaluation, and group dynamics. Wellness in the Workplace
examine why health promotions make sense as a return on investment for employers and gain insight into the process of designing, managing and evaluating a program.
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT | HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Fall 2015 – In-person Fall 2015 – Online or Online Self-study Winter 2016 – In-person Winter 2016 – Online or Online Self-study
Course Name Units Course # Tutition Date/Time Section Offered Section Date/Time Section Offered Section
Basic Bookkeeping 1.5 aCC 830 $439 sep 15 - Dec 15 (oss) C31 Jan 15 - apr 15 (oss) C31 Nov 15 - feb 15 (oss) C32 Mar 15 - Jun 15 (oss) C32
Business
Communications 3 Bus 850 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 14 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21 Mon, Jan 11 - apr 16 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
Business Finance &
Accounting 3 hrM 817 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 8 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o)Nov 2 - Jan 23 (o) C21C22 sat, Jan 9 - apr 16 9:00 aM - 12:00 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o)Mar 7 - May 28 (o) C21C22
Compensation 3 hrM 898 $669 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
human resources
Management 3 hrM 901 $669 Thurs, sep 17 - Dec 10 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Mon, Jan 11 - apr 1 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o) C21
human resources
Planning 3 hrM 923 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 8 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 feb 22 - May 14 (o) C21
Labour relations 3 hrM 899 $669 sat, sep 19 - Nov 7
9:00 aM - 4:00 pM C01 feb 22 - May 14 (o) C21
Occupational health
& Safety 3 hrM 921 $669 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o) C21 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Organizational
Behaviour 3 hrM 821 $669 Wed, sep 16 - Dec 9 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 sep 14 - Dec 5 (o)Nov 2 - Jan 23 (o) C21C22 Wed, Jan 13 - apr 6 3:00 pM - 6:00 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 9 (o)Mar 7 - May 28 (o) C21C22
Principles & Practices
of Supervision 3 Bus 847 $669 Tues, sep 15 - Dec 14 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
recruitment & Selection 3 hrM 897 $699 Mon, sep 14 - Dec 14
6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 feb 22 - May 14 (o) C21
Training & Development 3 hrM 902 $699 Nov 2 - Jan 23 (o) C21 Tues, Jan 12 - apr 5 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
Wellness in
the Workplace 3 hrM 941
student fees of $7 per unit of credit have been included in the listed tuition fee.
students must enrol in online (o) and online self-study (oss) courses at least 10 days prior to the start date. Visit www.mcmastercce.ca for the latest schedules, policies, prerequisites, instructor information, class updates and to enrol. In-person and online formats now share the same course number. Take care to choose your desired format when enrolling. Former course numbers can be found on the course description pages at www.mcmastercce.ca
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Fall 2015 Workshops
Computer Training
Workshops
Putting technology into practice.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/computer
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
Technology is a critical tool in today’s workplace. Maximize your productivity and increase your contribution at work by learning how to effectively use the latest software. McMaster’s computer training workshops provide participants with in-class hands-on practical experience and expert instruction in a variety of popular software.
* hsT must be added to workshop costs.
Visit www.mcmastercce.ca/computer for the latest schedule, complete workshop details and description, cancellation policy, and enrolment process.
Due to the new enrolment system, course numbers have changed but course titles and content have not. Former course numbers can be found on the course description pages at www.mcmastercce.ca
Legend:
half day, 9 aM - 12 pM; cost: $129*
half day, 1 pM - 4 pM; cost: $129*
full day, 9 aM - 4 pM; cost: $329*
Two full days, 9 aM - 4 pM; cost: $599*
Two evenings, 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM; cost: $329*
New course
Eight new courses added! Visit program website for full course descriptions.
Workshop/Course # Section Date/Time/Cost Access 2010 Fundamentals: Designing a
Database CoT 608 C01 Thurs, sep 24 C02 Wed, oct 21 Access 2010 Fundamentals: Manipulating
a Database CoT 609 C01C02 Thurs, oct 1 Wed, oct 28 Adobe Acrobat 11 CoT 602 C01 fri, Nov 20 Adobe Dreamweaver CS6 Fundamentals
CoT 245 C01 Mon, Nov 2 & Mon, Nov 9 Adobe Dreamweaver CS6 Next Steps CoT 246 C01 Mon, Nov 16 &
Mon, Nov 23 Adobe InDesign CS6 CoT 603 C01 fri, Dec 4 Adobe Photoshop CS6 CoT 600 C01 Thurs, oct 22 &
fri, oct 23 Drupal CoT 610 C01 Thurs, Nov 5 excel 2010 Fundamentals CoT 571 C01 Tues, sep 22 C02 Tues, Nov 10 excel 2010 Formula Foundations CoT 572 C01 Tues, sep 22 C02 Tues, Nov 17 excel 2010 More Formulas explored CoT 613 C01 Tues, sep 29 C02 Tues, Nov 17 excel 2010 Charts CoT 573 C01 Tues, Nov 24 excel 2010 Data Manipulation CoT 574 C01 Tues, sep 29 C02 Tues, Nov 24
Workshop/Course # Section Date/Time/Cost excel 2010 Macro Fundamentals CoT 575 C01 Tues, oct 6
C02 Tues, Dec 1 excel 2010 Pivot Tables CoT 576 C01 Tues, oct 6 C02 Tues, Dec 1 Google Collaborative Tools CoT 616 C01 Tues, oct 20 hTML & CSS Fundamentals CoT 617 C01 fri, sep 25 Joomla! CoT 611 C01 Thurs, Nov 5 Microsoft Graphics CoT 615 C01 Tues, Nov 10 Outlook 2010 email Basics CoT 588 C01 Tues, oct 27 Outlook 2010 Beyond email CoT 589 C01 Tues, oct 27 PowerPoint Fundamentals CoT 614 C01 Thurs, Nov 12 Prezi CoT 618 C01 Wed, Nov 25 Project 2010 Fundamentals CoT 606 C01 fri, Nov 6 Project 2010 Next Steps CoT 607 C01 fri, Nov 13 Word 2010 Fundamentals CoT 560 C01 Thurs, Nov 19 Word 2010 Lists, Columns & Tabs CoT 561 C01 Thurs, Nov 19 Word 2010 Tables & Templates CoT 563 C01 Thurs, Nov 26 Word 2010 Mail Merge & Collaboration
CoT 568 C01 Thurs, Nov 26 WordPress CoT 612 C01 Thurs, oct 29
Do you need personalized training for a Microsoft Office program such as Word or PowerPoint? We offer individual (or small group) tutorial sessions. Contact CCE to learn more.
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The essentials
Critical tools for professional success.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/essentials
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
Business Essentials
succeeding in any business endeavour really comes down to a few time-honoured principles that are applicable in a variety of business settings. Learn the skills required to become a successful business manager: strategic planning, communication, finance and superior customer service.
Communication Essentials
knowing how to communicate effectively is an indispensable skill. The ability to express yourself clearly and confidently affects both your professional and personal life and can have a significant impact on your relationships with others. Learn valuable verbal and written skills that will improve your interpersonal communication immediately.
Innovation Essentials
The process of solving workplace problems is often the ideal springboard for enhancing creativity and innovation within your organization. This program will train you to think critically and assess an array of options when problems arise. The end result will see you treating problem-solving as an opportunity to push boundaries and expand possibilities.
Leadership Essentials
Great leaders are made, not born. Learn how to tap into your natural leadership abilities and enhance your credibility in the workplace. With the insights gained in this program you’ll discover how to improve productivity and better motivate your team.
Productivity Essentials
studies show that a significant amount of time is lost during the workday due to disorganization. This program will teach you the secrets of effectively organizing your time, prioritizing your commitments and optimizing your professional interactions with management, co-workers and customers. By implementing these simple and effective strategies, you’ll achieve a significantly increased level of personal productivity.
Team Essentials
Teamwork is crucial to any harmonious work environment. This program examines the qualities that foster truly outstanding teamwork. you’ll learn how to effectively manage, motivate and work as part of a successful team, including, most importantly, how to strengthen your overall team by recognizing the individual strengths of your team members. Are you as efficient and productive during the workday as you’d like to be? Do you have the
professional and interpersonal skills to excel in today’s competitive business environment? Through a series of highly concentrated programs that you can tailor to your needs, the Essentials sessions offer crucial tools to help you achieve your professional goals.
Complete 5 days of training within a program above to earn a Certificate of Completion.
Call 905-525-9140 ext. 24321 for details.
Bring a
Course
to my
Office
“ I truly enjoyed the ‘real life’ examples. They added substance and strength to the material content. Also, the pace was just perfect. The exercises and case studies were very helpful in solidifying the theoretical concepts. The McMaster instructors are just excellent.”
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Essentials Programs – Fall 2015/Winter 2016
Schedule Instructor Cost Course Duration (days) Business essentials Communication essentials Innovation essentials Leadership essentials Productivity essentials Team
essentials
Achieving SMArT Goals (eSS 837) –
redesigned! Thurs, Nov 5, 9 aM - 5 pM Laura Cole $445 1 The Art of Active Listening (eSS 797) Tues, sep 29, 9 aM - 12:30 pM Lori Wilson $295 0.5
Building high-Performance Teams (eSS 871) Tues, Jan 26, 9 aM - 5 pM &
Tues, feb 2, 9 aM - 5 pM Willi Wiesner $895 2
Business Storytelling (eSS 817) Thurs, oct 15, 9 aM - 5 pM Diana kawarsky $445 1
Coaching & Mentoring (eSS 902) Wed, feb 10, 9 aM - 5 pM &
Wed, feb 17, 9 aM - 5 pM Lori Wilson $895 2
Conflict resolution in the Workplace
(eSS 899) 1
Creating your Work-Life Balance (eSS 816) Thurs, apr 7, 9 aM - 12:30 pM Lori Wilson $295 0.5
Creative and Critical Thinking (eSS 862) 2
Customer Service excellence (eSS 801) Tues, oct 27, 9 aM - 12:30 pM peter o'Donnell $295 0.5
Dealing with Difficult People (eSS 800) 0.5
Dynamic Decision Making (eSS 814) Thurs, Nov 12, 9 aM - 5 pM Jonathan hughes $495 1
Delegating that Works (eSS 806) 1
Delivering Powerful Presentations (eSS 838) 1
effective Business Writing (eSS 895) 1
emotional Intelligence at Work (eSS 835)* Wed, Dec 9, 9 aM - 5 pM Lori Wilson $495 1
Finance for Non-Financial Managers
(eSS 874) Tues, Nov 10, 9 aM - 5 pM & Tues, Nov 17, 9 aM - 5 pM Mike Michalski $895 2
Giving and receiving Constructive Feedback
(eSS 834) Wed, oct 21, 9 aM - 5 pM susan Vaughan $445 1 Leadership Foundations (eSS 811)* Wed, Nov 25, 9 aM - 5 pM Linda pickard $495 1
Leading Applied Creativity (eSS 828) 2
Leading Change for Success (eSS 812) 1
Maximizing Personal Productivity (eSS 802) 1
Meetings that Make a Difference (eSS 798) 0.5
Navigating Change for Success (eSS 810) 1
Negotiation Skills (eSS 877) Tues, Dec 1, 9 aM - 5 pM Janice Locke $445 1
Personal Leadership: Building from our
Strengths (eSS 813) 1
Problem-Solving Primer (eSS 808)^ 1
Project Management (eSS 836) Wed, sept 23, 9 aM - 5 pM &
Wed, sept 30, 9 aM - 5 pM susan Vaughan $895 2
Strategic Planning Fundamentals (eSS 804) 1
Strengthening Communications with
True Colors® (eSS 807) Tues, Mar 1, 9 aM - 5 pM Linda spence $495 1
Supervision essentials (eSS 796)^ 1
Unleashing Creativity with IMPrOV! (eSS 815) Wed, oct 7, 9 aM - 12:30 pM Linda spence $295 0.5
Using Outlook 2010 to Maximize
Personal Productivity (eSS 803) 0.5
Checkmark denotes that course is aligned under the program.
Course fees include refreshments, lunch and materials (lunch is not included for half-day courses).
upon successful completion, 1-day and 2-day courses may be applied towards elective requirements in the Business administration Diploma. * students must enrol at least two weeks before the start date to allow time for an online assessment to be completed prior to the course.
^ Course is approved for professional development units by the project Management institute (pMi)®. pMi is a registered mark of the project Management institute, inc. Visit www.mcmastercce.ca/essentials for more details related to course description, Certificate of Completion, enrolment process, cancellation policy and more.
Former course numbers can be found on the course description pages at www.mcmastercce.ca
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Lean six sigma
Seeking perfection.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/lean-six-sigma
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
Who Should Take This Program
project managers, engineers, quality experts and continuous improvement specialists searching for opportunities to drive greater organizational value
Leaders at all levels of the organization focused on identifying opportunities for dramatic improvement in customer satisfaction and corporate profitability
Groups of employees from organizations seeking greater value and success (having already employed lean process improvement methods)
Professional Designations
This program qualifies for 70 pDus from the project Management institute (pMi)®. Professionals with Lean Six Sigma credentials have long been valued inthe manufacturing sector for their ability to meet customer specifications by improving performance, reliability and value while reducing defects and variation in the deliverable product or service. There is also a growing trend of recruiting for this skill set in the health care, financial services, information technology and government sectors.
McMaster University’s Lean Six Sigma Green Belt program utilizes the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) method, providing the roadmap, tools and methods to successfully drive improved process solutions.
Participants who successfully complete the program will be awarded a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate of Completion from McMaster University. See website for details.
Now offered in Burlington!
The pMi registered education provider logo is a registered mark of the project Management institute, inc. “ The McMaster Lean Six Sigma course spurred
a fundamental shift in thinking. We were working on real-life business cases that had meaning to us. It’s an excellent investment in our company that will benefit our customers and our team.”
Trevor pocaluyko,
operations Manager, Turkstra Lumber
Fall 2015 – Burlington
McMaster’s ron Joyce Centre (rJC) – 4350 South Service road, Burlington, ON
Module Format Date
1. Introduction online oct 13-18
2. Define Phase/Measure Phase in-person (rJC) oct 19-20
3. Live Project & Analyze Phase online oct 21 - Nov 11
4. Improve Phase/Lean Thinking/
Control Phase in-person (rJC) Nov 12-13 5. Plant Tour and Project Work in-person (rJC) Nov 25
early Bird special $400 off program fee if enrolled by september 25, 2015.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/
project-management
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
NEW courses available in Fall 2015!
project Management
Always on target.
Today’s business environment is fast-paced and constantly evolving. Stay ahead by choosing a career that’s always in demand. Those who invest in project management training deliver higher quality results with fewer resources; organizations value people who are versatile with deep, strategic insight. Learn how to establish realistic schedules, manage detailed budgets and calculate risk while mastering project leadership and communication in this invaluable training for professionals of all levels.
FORMAT
all sessions are held during the day, in person at the McMaster university Centre for Continuing education at one James North.
Project Management Program
Cohort with six modules; a total of 18 weekday and saturday classroom days from september to December
upon program completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in project Management from McMaster university
Agile Project Management
a 4-day introductory course to agile
PMP exam Prep Boot Camp
a 5-day intense exam preparation course
WHO SHOULD TAKE
THESE COURSES?
anyone who manages projects, from team members to senior executives
anyone pursing a project Management professional (pMp)® designation or other credentials from the project Management institute®
Career-minded individuals who want to ensure they have mastered the skills employers value most
pMBok, pMi, pMp and the rep logo are registered trademarks of the project Management institute, inc. “ The Project Management program was
phenomenal. The McMaster instructors came with such a wealth of knowledge and expertise and such a passion and energy to share their learnings. The program has enabled me to expand upon my knowledge and further develop my skills. The program truly opened up my career path.”
Bobby Jo smith,
project Management program participant
NeW
PMP
®Exam Prep Boot Camp (PMP 201)
Gain the essential preparation needed to pass the pMp® and CapM® exams. Concentrating on exam content from A Guide to the Project Management Body of
Knowledge (PMBOK®Guide) – Fifth Edition and other sources, this course includes
a wide variety of learning tools and study aids, all using pMi® terminology.
NeW
Agile Project Management (PMP 301)
in this course, you'll walk through a project using the agile project management methodology from conception to completion. you will learn and apply agile practices as you determine ways to make your own projects more agile.
Fall 2015
Module PDUs Date Cost
PMP 201 PMP® exam Prep Boot Camp35 Nov 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 (8:30 aM - 4:30 pM) $2,495
PMP 301 Agile Project Management 28 Nov 20, 21, Dec 4, 5 (9 aM - 4 pM) $1,995
please note these courses will run pending a minimum number of participants.
pMp 201 and pMp 301 cannot be used towards either the project Management Certificate of Completion or as Business administration electives.
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PMP 101 Module 1: Project Management Fundamentals This course provides an introduction on how to effectively manage all phases of a project. you will learn the project management framework of initiation, planning, execution, control and formal closing and discover what it takes to ensure project success. in this skills-building course, you will focus on practical tools and techniques. This course is the
prerequisite for all other modules.
PMP 102 Module 2: Project Leadership & Communication Managing a successful project involves more than schedules and templates – it requires the ability to work effectively with people in a variety of roles. The course provides an interactive classroom environment, supplemented by hands-on exercises and self-assessments, to help you practice and understand the various models, strategies, tools and techniques in applying effective management, leadership
and communication skills.
PMP 103 Module 3: Scheduling & Cost Control
Get the skills you need to effectively establish and manage a realistic schedule and detailed budget. you’ll learn to develop an integrated budget and schedule while monitoring project performance during execution. you will be introduced to analytical techniques, and learn the management tools that help to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, as well as the importance of creating baselines for the project schedules and budgets.
PMP 104 Module 4: Risk Management
Learn to proactively reduce the probability of project failure. in this course, you will learn to use proven approaches and techniques specific to risk management. you will learn to plan and analyze projects so as to minimize risk in a formal environment. you will identify, analyze and address uncertainty throughout the project life-cycle and incorporate lessons learned and industry best practices related to risk management. PMP 105 Module 5: Contract Management Principles & Practices Discover how to manage all aspects of project procurement effectively. you will learn the logic behind contracting principles and practices, and you’ll learn the terms, techniques, and tools of converting project needs into outsourced goods and services. you will learn to ensure successful procurements by gaining an understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of the internal and external stakeholders involved in the procurement chain.
PMP 106 Module 6: Quality in Project Management
in this course, you will learn how to integrate quality management concepts, tools and processes to plan quality into your projects. The course provides hands-on exercises that further your learning experience by applying quality planning, quality assurance and quality control concepts to increase the likelihood of project success.
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT | PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Professional Designations
McMaster university’s Centre for Continuing education has been approved as a registered education provider of project management training by the project Management institute (pMi).
Project Management Program
Fall 2015
Module PDUs Date (Courses run 9 AM - 4 PM) Cost
PMP 101 Module 1: Project Management Fundamentals 21 sept 17, 18, 19 $1,495
PMP 102 Module 2: Project Leadership & Communication 21 oct 1, 2, 3 $1,495
PMP 103 Module 3: Scheduling & Cost Control 28 oct 23, 24, 30, 31 $1,895
PMP 104 Module 4: risk Management 21 Nov 12, 13, 14 $1,495
PMP 105 Module 5: Contract Management Principles & Practices 21 Nov 26, 27, 28 $1,495
PMP 106 Module 6: Quality in Project Management 14 Dec 11 & 12 $995 enrol in all 6 Modules before aug 14, 2015 $6,899 (saVe More ThaN $1,950!) enrol in all 6 Modules after aug 14, 2015 $7,399 (saVe More ThaN $1,450!)
Certificate of Completion Requirements
participants who successfully complete all 6 modules with full participation, attendance in module activities and a passing grade in each module exam will be awarded a Certificate of Completion from McMaster university.Stackable Credentials
The Certificate of Completion earned through this program may be counted towards the project Management Concentration in the Business administration Diploma.
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risk Management
Planning to manage the unimaginable.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/risk-management
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
Risk is part of our everyday lives. Learning how to assess, identify, communicate and control the exposure of risk will enable you to better create and implement structured risk management programs within your organization.
Earn a McMaster Certificate of Completion in Risk Management by completing all three courses. McMaster’s Risk Management courses can also be used towards earning a Business Administration Diploma with a Risk Management Concentration.
WHO SHOULD TAKE
THIS PROGRAM
anyone working in an area of business where risk is assessed (insurance, finance, healthcare, hospitality, Technology and more)
professionals pursuing Canadian risk Management (CrM) or fellow Chartered insurance professional (fCip) designations
Study online or in person!
Fall 2015 – In-person Fall 2015 – Online Winter 2016 – In-person Winter 2016 – Online
Course Name Units Course # Tuition Date/Time Section Offered Section Date/Time Section Offered Section
risk Management
Principles & Practices* 3 rsk 713 $729 Mon, sep 14 - Dec 14 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01 Jan 18 - apr 10 (o) C21
risk Assessment & Treatment 3 rsk 714 $729 Thurs, Jan 14 - apr 7 6:30 pM - 9:30 pM C01
risk Financing** 3 rsk 715 $729 sep 14 - Dec 6 (o) C21
* New students must start program with this course.
** Course only available for students who have completed risk Management principles & practices and risk assessment & Treatment. student fees of $7 per unit of credit have been included in the listed tuition fee.
students must enrol in online (o) courses at least 10 days prior to the start date.
Visit www.mcmastercce.ca for the latest schedules, policies, prerequisites, instructor information, class updates and to enrol. In-person and online formats now share the same course number. Take care to choose your desired format when enrolling.
Certificate of Completion in Risk Management
Complete all three risk courses to be awarded a Certificate of Completion in risk Management.Diploma in Business Administration –
Risk Management Concentration
Complete all three risk courses and the five Business administration core courses to be awarded a Diploma in Business administration with a risk Management concentration.
Courses
Courses should be taken in the following sequence: 1. risk Management Principles & Practices
Discover how to identify, analyze and develop alternative techniques for treating loss exposures. Learn to choose the best risk management alternative and select the most appropriate techniques for handling each exposure.
2. risk Assessment & Treatment
explore the selection, implementation and monitoring of risk control techniques that are essential in preventing or minimizing potential losses before they occur. examine fault-free study, statistical analysis, contractual liability reviews and in-house safety programs. study the two dimensions of loss, frequency and severity, with particular attention on losses to property, people, net income and liability.
3. risk Financing
examine the selection, implementation and monitoring of risk financing techniques, which are ways an organization can obtain funds to pay for any accidental losses that occur. study the framework and criteria for risk financing techniques; financing property, net income, liability and human resources losses; accounting and some income tax aspects of accidental losses; implementing risk retention, including use of affiliated assurers; insurance pricing; selection of insurers and their representatives; and risk cost allocation.
Professional
Designations
after completing this program, you will be ready to apply for the Canadian risk Management (CrM) designation from the Global risk Management institute. The courses in this program also count towards the insurance institute’s fellow Chartered insurance professional (fCip) designation.
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Web Analytics was developed collaboratively with leading industry experts from Google, Cardinal path, CLiCkiNsiGhT, online authority and others. Develop the specialized skills to uncover, communicate and act on meaningful patterns in your organization’s online data. you’ll gain valuable insights from sharing with other program participants, advisory Board members and facilitators who can offer advice on how to strengthen your organization’s online strategy, and what today’s web analytics professionals need to get hired by top employers.
The web tools your organization already has – from your website, social media and online customer communications to web views, customer loyalty programs or eNewsletters – contain a virtual goldmine of data.
The staggering amount of data created on a daily basis requires professionals with a unique skill set to gather, evaluate and translate the information into actionable business goals. Professionals who understand how to extract and analyze this information and translate it into strategic decisions are among the most in-demand employees in business today.
FORMAT
100% online 5 modules
Budget for 2-3 hours of independent work in addition to online class time per module
WHO SHOULD TAKE
THIS PROGRAM
Marketing professionals Website developers
Web and digital media professionals Business analysts
anyone wanting to leverage digital analytics for business growth
HOW WILL THIS
BENEFIT My CURRENT
OR FUTURE CAREER?
Becoming a web analyst is not just about learning how to harness online data, it’s also about enhancing your critical thinking skills to tie digital analytics to your organization’s business goals and strategy.
Web analytics
Harness the digital world to power your business.
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www.mcmastercce.ca/web-analytics
905-525-9140 ext. 24321
ViDeo: WhaT is WeB aNaLyTiCs?
Watch a 2-minute overview atmcmastercce.ca/web-analytics
Fall 2015 – Online
Module Date
1. Introduction to Web Analytics sept 14 - sept 27
2. Digital Collection Techniques and Metrics sept 28 - oct 12
3. Actionable Web Analytics: Key Performance Indicators oct 13 - Nov 1
4. Mastering the Tools: Maximizing your Digital Analytics Platform Nov 2 - Nov 22
5. Converting Digital Data into Success Nov 23 - Dec 6
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