Explore your career options with Certificate in University and College Administration (CUCA) Level 1
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Program details
This program is for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Information for international students who wish to study with us can be found at Intensive program packages.
Credential: Earn a University of Manitoba Certificate in University and College Administration Level 1.
Fees: $5,680 plus $100 non-refundable application fee.
Pricing subject to change without notice.
Expected duration: 1 to 5 years, part-time
Admission requirements: Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, or mature student status. If primary language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required.
Learners with 1 (one) or more years of university courses outside of the University of Manitoba must provide an official transcript.
Course requirements: Courses are graded on a pass/fail basis.
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Program courses
Determine the courses you will need to complete this program.
This Extended Education program has open registration, which means that students can register for individual courses without being admitted to a program. Any courses taken within 10 years that are in the program will be applied to the student’s program record. Please note that the course schedule below may change based on enrollment numbers and student interest.
Students will need to be admitted to a program before they will be allowed to graduate with a certificate.
Required courses
| Course number | Course name | Contact hours | Term(s) offered |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUCA 0102 | Mission, Culture, and Governance in Higher Education | 25 | Winter |
| CUCA 0100 | Financial Management and Budgeting | 25 | Fall |
| CUCA 0106 | The Role of the Student and Student Needs | 25 | Winter |
| CUCA 0104 | Powerful Communication through Writing | 25 | Fall |
Elective courses
Choose a minimum of 100 contact hours, with at least one course from each group.
| Group A | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Contact hours | Term(s) offered |
| CUCA 0116 | Leadership | 25 | Fall |
| CUCA 0114 | Effective Communication | 25 | TBA |
| CUCA 0110 | Administrative Law | 25 | TBA |
| CUCA 0112 | Special Topics Course: Conflict Resolution | 25 | TBA |
| Group B | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Contact hours | Term(s) offered |
| CHRD 0110 | Advising Essentials | 25 | Fall |
| CHRD 0114 | Current Issues in Advising | 25 | Summer |
| CHRD 0116 | Advising International Students | 25 | Summer |
| CUCA 0120 | Supporting International Students (Formerly Supporting New Cdn Students) |
25 | TBA |
| CUCA 0122 | Supporting Students with Disabilities | 25 | Winter |
| CUCA 0124 | Working with Cultural Differences | 25 | N/A |
| CUCA 0150 | Aboriginal Students and the Post-Secondary Journey | 25 | Winter |
| CUCA 0152 | Assessment of Academic Advising | 25 | Winter |
| Group C | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Contact hours | Term(s) offered |
| CUCA 0132 | Key Performance Indicators and Accountability | 25 | TBA |
| CUCA 0134 | Strategic Planning at the Unit Level | 25 | Summer |
| CUCA 0136 | Technological Implications – Insights into Higher Education Information | 25 | TBA |
| CUCA 0130 | Branding | 25 | TBA |
How to apply
Complete and submit your Application Form (PDF):
- Save to your computer before filling out the form.
- To register for individual courses, please visit Courses.
You must be admitted to a program in order to graduate with your certificate.
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Extended Education
185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada