Part-time, in class, or in class/online Executive Leadership Certificate

Program details

Format	To complete this part-time program, you can choose from two formats: Face-to-face in Vancouver Combination of in-class (Vancouver) and online
Schedule	Face-to-face modules are three days long, running Thursday to Saturday. Online modules are six weeks long. Download the 2018/2019 Vancouver schedule. Download the 2019 Vancouver & Online schedule. *Online courses can be accessed at your convenience via Canvas, our online course management system.
Duration	We offer this program twice per year: Vancouver program – September to May Vancouver & Online program – January to October
Courses	There are five required modules, including the ‘Leadership in Action’ module.
Learning materials	There are no required textbooks for this program. We will recommend readings for each module.
Tuition	Tuition is based on the total cost of individual course fees, which are currently $1,655 per module, and $2,495 for the 'Leadership in Action' module.
Application fee	$75 (non-refundable)
Application deadline	Vancouver program: Limited seats available. Applications open as long as space permits. Vancouver & Online program: December 12, 2018 We accept qualified students on a first-come, first-served basis, and will continue to accept applications after the deadline if space permits. We only hold a select number of seats for certificate students. Since the program can fill quickly, we recommend applying and registering for your courses early.

Upcoming program

Location	Class dates	Payment	Application status
Vancouver	Sept 20, 2018–May 04, 2019	You may choose to pay as you go, but your seat in a module is not reserved until we receive your payment.	Apply online
Vancouver & Online	Jan 24, 2019 - Oct 25, 2019	You may choose to pay as you go, but your seat in a module is not reserved until we receive your payment.	Apply online

Learning environment

Modules feature a wide variety of instructional techniques, including individual and group exercises and discussions. You’ll work through the program with a cohort—a diverse group of leaders—with whom you can share experience, ideas and expertise.

Coursework: What to expect

This certificate is university-level. You’ll complete pre-readings and in-class exercises for each of the modules. You’ll also complete practical assignments for each module.

In the online modules, you will set your own coursework hours, following posted assignment and discussion timelines. Through our online learning management system, Canvas, you will be able to connect with your classmates and instructors.

Graduation requirements

To receive the Executive Leadership Certificate, you must successfully complete all modules within a three-year period.

Take individual modules

If you’re not ready to take the Executive Leadership Certificate, you may still register for most modules individually if space is available. You can register directly or add your name to a waitlist if the module is full.

Technical information

If you register for our online modules, you’ll access the online courses through Canvas, our learning management system, which is available through the SFU website. Canvas is extremely user-friendly—even if you’ve never studied online before. All you need is a computer with an Internet connection.

You may log into Canvas beginning on the first day of each course. For a list of Canvas-supported operating systems and web browsers, visit our supported web browsers page.

To learn more about Canvas, visit the SFU Canvas Student Guide.

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