Certificate in Business Communication and Professional Writing

It takes training, research, and practice to make sure these documents inform, compel, and persuade readers.

Specialize in one or more areas of professional writing

SFU’s Certificate in Business Communication and Professional Writing is for you if you're creative, you work well independently and on teams, you enjoy the challenge of deadlines, and you'd like to become a more effective writer and communicator.

Through our program, you'll increase your confidence as a writer, learn the practical skills and strategies you need to write professionally, and stay current with the latest developments in business communications by taking core courses in writing, communications strategy, editing, and ethics. You can customize your training by choosing from a variety of business electives, as well as any course from our Certificate in Editing.

Study when it works for you

Our business communication and professional writing courses are designed to fit a working professional's schedule. You can take courses, all of which are part-time, in the evenings and on weekends, over one to three days, online, or by distance. You can also study in Vancouver or Surrey—or both: