To work in advertising, marketing, and public relations in B.C., you may choose to earn the Accredited in Public Relations (APR) designation. Eligibility can be achieved after at least of five years of work experience and completion of the yearlong accreditation process.

Employment as an advertising or public relation manager additionally requires several years of related work experience.

Advertising and public relations managers

To work in advertising, marketing, and public relations in B.C., you may choose to earn the Accredited in Public Relations (APR) designation. Eligibility can be achieved after at least of five years of work experience and completion of the yearlong accreditation process.

Advertising and public relations practitioners

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. These programs include courses in the theory and practice of interpersonal, group, organizational, professional, and intercultural communication; speaking and listening; verbal and non-verbal interaction; rhetorical theory and criticism; performance studies; argumentation and persuasion; technologically mediated communication; popular culture; and various contextual applications.

Speech communication and rhetoric

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on the development, use, critical evaluation, and regulation of new electronic communication technologies using computer applications; and that prepares individuals to function as developers and managers of digital communications media. These programs include courses in computers and telecommunications technologies and processes; design and development of digital communications; marketing and distribution; digital communications regulation, law, and policy; the study of human interaction with, and use of, digital media; and emerging trends and issues.

Digital communication and media/multimedia

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on general communication processes and dynamics within organizations. These programs include courses in the development and maintenance of interpersonal group relations within organizations; decision-making and conflict management; the use of symbols to create and maintain organizational images, missions, and values; power and politics within organizations; human interaction with computer technology; and how communications socialize and support employees and team members.

Organizational communication, general

This instructional program class comprises any program that focuses on the communication of technical and scientific knowledge to a variety of audiences through print, video, and digital media; and that prepares individuals to function as technical writers and editors, documentation developers, web designers, and usability specialists. These programs include courses in scientific and technical writing and editing, graphic and information design, web design, audience analysis, document usability and field testing, publications management, and applications to specific technical fields.

Technical and scientific communication

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Advertising and Public Relations Practitioners

To receive the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation, you must be registered with the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) in good standing. Eligibility is achieved through completion of the required coursework, relevant exams, and the Job Ready Program offered by the HRPA. 

Please confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work in human resources in B.C., you may choose to pursue the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation. Eligibility is achieved by completing requisite education requirements or passing the National Knowledge Exam, and by proving sufficient work experience.

Human resources professionals

Employment insurance and revenue officers

Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces

Post-secondary teaching and research assistants

College and other vocational instructors

Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as an educational policy researcher in B.C., you may need a Certificate of Qualification in Teaching. Eligibility is achieved through meeting requisite education requirements, including a teacher education program.

Education policy researchers, consultants and program officers

Program officers unique to government

Technical writers

Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade

Postal and courier services managers

Any Bachelor's Degree

The  Information and Communication Technology Post-Degree Diploma is designed for those who already have your bachelor’s degree and are looking to pick up the technical skills for a career in IT. You’ll be introduced to a number of concepts in IT, including programming, systems analysis, project management and more. You'll learn the technical concepts needed for success in this field and have the opportunity to further explore topics with five elective information technology courses. You can gain a better understanding of hardware maintenance and advanced computer applications, and graduate with job-ready skills. You’ll get to learn and use communication and information technology tools such as HTML, CSS, C#, JavaScript, Ajax and more. You'll also have the option to participate in the Career Boost program.

Information and Communication Technology Post-Degree Diploma

The Professional Communication Post-Degree Diploma helps you gain experience writing in a variety of genres, editing both print and online documents, designing and producing documents using industry-standard software, and working on projects in teams and individually. You'll also participate in a professional experience opportunity - either a job or a project - that requires a significant amount of writing. Following graduation, you'll be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to work as a professional communicator in sectors including business, government, non-for-profit and publishing. Please note that you must have a bachelor's degree in order to take this program.

Professional Communication Post-Degree Diploma

The Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Communication can upgrade your academic credentials in communication studies.

Communication Post-Baccalaureate Diploma

 By blending traditional academic knowledge with hands-on training, the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Digital Communication and Promotion program ensures that you are well-prepared to thrive in the modern workplace. With a focus on both local and global communication strategies, including multicultural perspectives, Indigenous ways of knowing, and knowledge applied to communication and design, the PBD fosters a holistic understanding of digital communication.

Additionally, this program expands the boundaries and application of skills training both within the context of the School of Communication and through interdisciplinary collaboration with departments such as Graphic + Digital Design and Media and Communication Studies. Practical skills combined with theory, taught across several courses, will help you create a solid foundation in digital communication to pursue multiple careers or prepare for graduate work.

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