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With a graduate certificate in Project Management, you’ll be able to manage project scopes, changes, innovation, goal setting, project management, staffing, risk management, use project management tools and perform other tasks in careers that involve project management or as a project manager on your own. You can look forward to a rewarding career in varied positions like a junior project manager, team leader, project coordinator or project analyst.

Note: This program is also offered in a fully online format. Check out the Project Management online postgraduate program (B425) for more details.

With a postgraduate certificate in Project Management (Online), you'll be able to manage project scopes, changes, innovation, goal setting, project management, staffing, risk management, use project management tools and perform other tasks in careers that involve project management, or as a project manager on your own. You can look forward to a rewarding career in varied positions like a junior project manager, team leader, project coordinator or project analyst.

This program is part of our online postgraduate programs. Online postgraduate programs offer working professionals the flexibility of a fully online program scheduled in the evening and on weekends. Join other students across Canada in live, instructor-led classes. In just eight months of study, you’ll acquire professional skills in a flexible, convenient format.

Note: This program is also offered full-time in person. Please see the Project Management postgraduate program (B415) for additional details.

The Human Resources Management 12-month online graduate certificate program integrates business theory and practical application to highlight the importance of HR as a strategic partner in any organization. As a graduate of this program with a semester of real-world work experience, you'll be prepared to apply for a variety of positions, such as a human resources generalist or coordinator, recruiter, compensation analyst, or learning and development coordinator.

This program is part of our online postgraduate programs. Online postgraduate programs offer working professionals the flexibility of a fully online program scheduled in the evening and on weekends. Join other students across Canada in live, instructor-led classes. In just eight months of study and a four-month work term, you'll acquire professional skills in a flexible, convenient format.

Note: This program is also offered full-time in person. Please see Human Resources Management postgraduate program (B408) for additional details.

The Human Resources Management 12-month graduate certificate program integrates business theory and practical application to highlight the importance of HR as a strategic partner in any organization. As a graduate of this program with a semester of real-world work experience, you’ll be prepared for a variety of exciting positions such as a human resources generalist or co-ordinator, recruiter, compensation analyst or learning and development co-ordinator.

In today’s complex local and global economies, there is a tremendous need for skilled professionals in supply chain management. Our one-year Supply Chain Management program will teach you how to design and manage supply chains in a variety of industries. After you’ve completed the program, you’ll be ready to take on a variety of positions in global sourcing and procurement management, transportation and distribution management, production management, business planning, supply chain analysis and logistics management.

The two-semester Customs and Trade graduate certificate program equips students with the knowledge and practical experience needed to launch a successful career in the customs and trade sector. Designed for postgraduate students, this real-world-focused program prepares graduates for employment in key areas of the field, including the Canada Border Services Agency, customs brokerages, customs consulting firms, and the private import/export industry.

Transform big data into actionable strategic insights in human resources (HR) with the one-year People Analytics program. Create effective data visualizations and dashboards to bring to the HR leadership table, learn to use digital tools that support data-driven decision-making, and explore ethical and robust data governance and reporting. 

Watch our pre-recorded information session to learn more about this program.

Prepare for client-facing roles in the wealth management field with the fully online Wealth Management – Client Management (B191) program. 

Prepare for operations roles in the wealth management field with the fully online Wealth Management – Financial Operations Management program. 

In the Marketing Management – Digital Media graduate certificate program, you’ll learn foundational skills employers value in digital marketing. You’ll discover how to use social, owned and paid media to communicate with your target audience by enjoying both on campus and online learning experiences.

Please note: Approximately 30 per cent of the program is delivered online. This program is also offered in a fully online format (which may not be suitable for international students due to student visa requirements). Students who wish to apply for the Marketing Management – Digital Media (Online) Postgraduate program should apply to B423.

In the Marketing Management – Digital Media (Online) graduate certificate program, you’ll learn foundational skills employers value in digital marketing. You’ll discover how to use social, owned and paid media to communicate with your target audience – and do it all from the comfort of your own home. Join other Canadian students for live, online classes taught by our expert instructors.

This program is part of our online postgraduate programs. Online postgraduate programs offer working professionals the flexibility of a fully online program scheduled in the evening and on weekends. Join other students across Canada in live, instructor-led classes. In just eight months of study and a four-month work term, you’ll acquire professional skills in a flexible, convenient format.

Note: This program is also offered in a blended format. Please see Marketing Management – Digital Media Postgraduate program (B433) for additional details.

In the heart of Canada’s marketing capital, George Brown Polytechnic’s one-year Sport and Event Marketing graduate certificate equips students with the knowledge and skills that employers value most. This program transforms passionate learners into workplace-ready professionals through real-world learning experiences that encompass innovative practices, tools, and techniques, while leveraging our dynamic industry connections.

Are you a hospitality or culinary arts graduate passionate about health care and nutrition? The one-year Food and Nutrition Management (Postgraduate) program is for you. Through classroom instruction and work placements, you’ll learn how hospitals, retirement homes and long-term care facilities provide their patients with nutritious food and care.

Prepare for your baker or pastry chef career with the one-year Baking and Pastry Foundations certificate program – study in downtown Toronto, surrounded by top restaurants, bakeries and hotels. 

Get ready for a career as a cook or a chef with the one-year Culinary Skills certificate program. Learn the fundamentals of food preparation from professional chefs, explore a wide range of ingredients and discover the world of food culture.

Whether you want to launch your career in the hospitality and tourism industry, lay the foundation for further study, or build skills for the Canadian workplace, the Hospitality Services program is for you. Get a solid overview of the industry and develop the skills needed to provide exceptional service to global hospitality and tourism customers with this one-year certificate program.

In the three-semester Women in Fashion Technology certificate program, you’ll gain the skills to become a machine operator in the digital fashion technology fields of knitting, embroidery, dye sublimation and laser cutting.

The 16-week Industrial Power Sewing certificate program prepares you to work in an industrial sewing environment. After completing this program, you’ll be able to construct standard garments using industrial machines to a high standard. You’ll also gain experience using specialty sewing machines and pressing equipment.

In the 16-week Apparel Fit Technician certificate program, you’ll learn to recognize good apparel fit, identify fit problems, correct fit in ready-made garments and apply ideal fit standards across different body types and fabrics. As a student in this program, you’ll also develop your customer service skills. 

The Art and Design Foundation certificate program is your gateway to mastering a diverse range of art and design disciplines in just one year. This program offers a rich blend of knowledge and hands-on skills tailored for those eager to expand their creative horizons in a dynamic studio setting. Whether you're aiming to enhance your portfolio or seeking a foundation for advanced studies, this program invites you to unleash your potential in an environment that celebrates innovation and creativity. Join us to transform your artistic passion into a professional pursuit.

The Jewellery Essentials one-year certificate program gives you the skills and techniques you need to begin a fulfilling career in the jewellery industry. Get ready to learn to solder, file, saw, polish and finish metals, including copper, brass, silver and gold. You will learn to create jewellery pieces through fabrication, computer modelling and casting techniques.

George Brown’s Jewellery programs were ranked #7 in the world by Penarth Nub News. Find out why.

Commercial Dance (P106) is a one-year certificate program that will train you to become a triple-threat performer, ready for your turn in the spotlight as a commercial dancer.

This program is offered in partnership with Jörgen Dance.

The Media Foundation one-year certificate program allows you to explore various media career options while developing the skills to succeed in diploma and advanced diploma media programs. You’ll explore photography and image manipulation, storytelling, audio production, interactive media and visual storytelling techniques.

George Brown’s Dance Performance Preparation program is an exciting one-year certificate that sets the stage for a fulfilling future in dance. Our program will help elevate your technical and performance prowess, whether you want to continue studying dance or launch a career in the dance industry.

This program is offered in partnership with Jörgen Dance.

Theatre Arts – Preparation is a dynamic one-year certificate program, specifically designed for students who require the basic skills for entry into theatre and media programs.

Disclaimer: This program has expectations of professionalism, group work, intimacy between actors, whispering, consensual touching, combat training, expressions of physicality, deep exploration of self, personal-psychological examination, conflict and successful failure. This program is meant to train a student to be a professional actor, which includes all of these aspects listed here.

Amidst a thriving mobile entertainment and gaming industry in North America, the demand for sound designers is rising. The Sound Design & Production one-year postgraduate certificate program caters to this need by immersing you in sound creation for film, television and games. By following established industry workflows, this program will equip you with the skills to craft audio experiences that captivate. Working collaboratively with other media programs, you'll gain hands-on experience creating sound for short films, animations and games.

The School of Media is ranked as one of Canada’s best film schools by both CourseCompare and Degrees & Careers.

George Brown Polytechnic's Early Childhood (EC) Management Certificate (Post-Diploma) is a certificate program designed to prepare supervisors and directors for their roles and responsibilities in childcare programs, family childcare, preschools, nursery schools, family drop-in centres, family literacy programs and early intervention services. This program will also prepare you for management and leadership in the integrated early childhood system that is emerging in Ontario.

George Brown Polytechnic's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) program is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to pursue formal studies and receive certification as a Child Development Practitioner. As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to take 23 modules of in-school training on a part-time basis in the evenings. This training is currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online.

Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas is a one-year program that will prepare you for admission to a variety of Health Sciences certificate and diploma programs, including our Practical Nursing (S121) program. You’ll take courses in biology, chemistry, applied math, communications, career readiness preparation and general electives. You’ll also benefit from the support of a pathway specialist who will help you navigate college and create a realistic action plan for the next steps in your education. 

Please Note: If you’re interested in pursuing a three-year advanced diploma or four-year degree program at the college or university level, you should apply to our Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (A108) program.

George Brown Polytechnic’s Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees one-year certificate program paves the way for your success in advanced diploma and degree-level health science programs.

In our nurturing learning environment, you'll uncover the many possibilities that the world of health sciences offers. We'll guide you in mapping out your educational pathway, ensuring that you're on track to achieve your career goals. 

Please note: If you're aiming to fulfill the admission prerequisites needed to apply to a one-year certificate or two-year diploma health sciences program, apply to our Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas (A109) program.

The College Vocational one-year certificate program is for students who identify mild intellectual disability or neurodiversity as a barrier to being successful in the workplace. Our inclusive program will help you develop your skills in the areas of communication, teamwork, self-awareness, self-advocacy and give you the confidence to achieve your goals. Apply to this program if you have graduated from high school with an Ontario Secondary School Certificate (OSSC) or Diploma (OSSD) and workplace credits.

Construction Craft Worker (A106) is a free 18-week supported education program for students who identify mental health and/or addictions challenges as a barrier to education and employment. In a hands-on, small group setting, with experiential work opportunities and job-coaching support, you'll develop the skills you need for entry-level work in Toronto's construction industry. 

This program was developed in collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and is unique in Canada.

Academic Upgrading (A751) is a tuition-free program designed to reduce barriers to accessing and succeeding in post-secondary education. If you're a mature student who hasn't completed grade 12 and wants to obtain a certificate, diploma, or degree, then this program is for you.

Through a personalized assessment, we'll identify your strengths and areas for growth. You'll then participate in targeted learning activities to enhance your skills, which may include reading, writing, math, and/or science. We also offer individual counselling supports, along with academic and career advising.

With multiple intakes throughout the year and options for full-time or part-time study, our program is tailored to accommodate your personal needs. You'll need to complete a reading and writing assessment to make sure the program is the right fit for you and that you receive the proper placement.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will have the choice between courses offered in-person and online, subject to availability. Registered students who are regularly attending the program may be eligible to receive a transportation subsidy, a netbook, and/or monthly Internet device.

George Brown Polytechnic’s English for Professional Success Certificate will give you the English language skills you need to succeed in Canada's highly competitive workplace. By polishing your verbal, listening and written communication skills, this part-time program will build your confidence in personal and professional interactions. If you’re a non-native speaker and have advanced-level English skills, this program is for you.

Please note: Classes are delivered in-person during evenings and weekends to accommodate working professionals.

George Brown’s English as a Second Language (ESL) (Part-Time) Certificate is an accelerated hybrid program to develop your English language skills for personal, professional and academic purposes. With eight levels catering to every skill level, from low beginner to advanced, you’ll find your perfect fit. Each level runs for six weeks and includes a mix of activities that will strengthen your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. You’ll also get to choose from an array of elective courses tailored to your unique needs, for a personalized learning experience.

George Brown Polytechnic’s English for Academic Purposes for International Students (EAP) (R115) will help you level up your English language skills as an international student. We’ll prepare you for your exciting journey into post-secondary study and future careers. Our EAP program will not only help you improve your English language skills but will help open doors to a vibrant student life that includes exciting co- and extracurricular events and workshops.

The English for Academic Pathways at George Brown Polytechnic (R903) helps you build the English language proficiency needed for success in full-time post-secondary study in Canada.

This flexible program helps you meet the English language requirements for admission to George Brown Polytechnic's full-time certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, post-graduate and Bachelor’s degree programs.

The Career Development Practitioner is a one-year online postgraduate program designed to prepare you to guide career exploration, skill acquisition, and job search and maintenance for a diverse range of clients. If you’re passionate about empowering others in their professional and life journeys, fostering strong collaborations for employment and career advancement, and making a meaningful impact in your daily work, this program is for you.

The American Sign Language and Deaf Studies certificate is a fully online, synchronous program, where students meet live with professors on Zoom. It is open to both Deaf and non-Deaf learners, with classes offered Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. This program will provide you with intensive training in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.

The General Arts and Science (One-Year) certificate program will help strengthen your skills for future academic study and entry into the workplace. Over two semesters, you’ll study a range of foundational subject areas that will help you build confidence as you develop critical thinking and information literacy skills. After graduation, you can apply to other post-secondary programs, including George Brown's R101 – a diploma program with several advanced standing pathways to a variety of university degree programs.

Take your career to the next level. The Construction Management graduate certificate program meets your needs as a construction manager and construction professional, enabling you to apply your prior knowledge and skills and qualify for in-demand, rewarding jobs in the Canadian construction industry.

The two-semester Digital Product Management program equips you with essential skills for managing and analyzing digital products through interdisciplinary approaches. You'll gain expertise in leading digital product development, conducting market research, defining product requirements, and engaging in strategic analysis throughout a product’s life cycle.

As digital transformation reshapes business operations and innovation, this program prepares you to drive success in this dynamic and growing field.

The one-year Information Systems Business Analysis graduate certificate program answers the urgent need for professionals who can help bridge the gap between business and information technology functions within an organization. As a proud Academic Member of the International Institute of Business Analysis, we’ll prepare you to write the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis™.

If you’re an IT or business professional wanting to enter a business analyst role or a practitioner who wants to enhance your skill set with formal education, this intensive program is for you.

The Mobile Application Development and Strategy one-year graduate certificate program will equip you with a wide variety of skills related to developing, testing and deploying apps for iOS and Android devices.

If you apply to the May 2024/25 intake for this program, you will start in May 2025.

The one-year Cloud Computing Technologies graduate certificate program will give you a broad, in-depth technical base through system and network administration courses, cloud productivity tools and cloud computing design and security. You’ll learn by using the leading cloud providers, like Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS. By the end of this program, you’ll be armed with the practical skills and experience you need to succeed as a cloud-computing pro.

If you apply to the May 2025/26 intake for this program, you will start in May 2026.

In our innovative Applied A.I. Solutions Development one-year graduate certificate program, you’ll immerse yourself in a cross-disciplinary blend of computer science, mathematics and business, equipping you with the expertise to craft solutions across industries using artificial intelligence (A.I.), machine learning, deep learning and data science/analytics.

This unique program merges computer science, math and business with a design-thinking approach to produce machine-learning/deep-learning models and intuitive dashboards to communicate results and findings. As a student, you’ll also receive comprehensive training in tailoring your presentations to target audiences, including technical experts, business stakeholders and potential investors.

If you apply to the May 2025/26 intake for this program, you will start in May 2026.

With more businesses putting their data into the cloud, the ability to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability of digital assets is vital to their success and survival. Cyber security professionals are critical in protecting business assets in all areas of our economy, and we created the Cyber Security one-year graduate certificate program to meet the high demand for cyber security and related IT security professionals across multiple sectors – including consulting services, finance and health care.

To keep pace with the rapid advancement in technology and trends, today’s cyber security professionals must be proficient in traditional networking and cloud-based technologies while possessing strong communication skills. They must also be up to date with security trends and practices, the legal landscape and ethical hacking. This program will give you the knowledge you need to succeed in this exciting field.

The Solar Panel Installer Certificate program provides an introduction to the fundamentals of solar PV installation. Students will gain the skills, expertise and confidence to complete both residential and commercial solar panel installation projects.

The online Solar Panel Installer Certificate is an open-enrolment program with no predetermined time limits. That means you can start at your convenience and finish at your own pace.

International Students

This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.

We developed the 32-week Automation Technician certificate program to meet the industry’s growing demand for workers with a broad set of skills and knowledge in industrial automation, including digital electronics, process control, SCADA systems, and programming of Programmable Logic Controllers and robotics. This program examines applications and examples of automated manufacturing systems, including both the theory and function of digital and industrial electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics, robotics systems, programming languages and alarm management. You’ll learn through a combination of theory and laboratory simulations using LogixSim, a simulation software suite that includes electronics, PLC and robotics simulation.

The Solar Energy Technician program provides comprehensive training in the installation, design, and maintenance of residential or commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. 

The online Solar Energy Technician Certificate is an open-enrolment program with no predetermined time limits. That means you can start at your convenience and finish at your own pace.

Prepare for a career in one of the fastest-growing energy sectors in the world with the Wind Turbine Technician certificate program. George Brown Polytechnic created this online program to address a global need for people skilled in servicing, diagnosing, repairing and installing wind turbines and related equipment.

Using multimedia learning resources and cutting-edge simulation software, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of wind turbine power and control circuits.

International Students

This online distance program does not qualify for study/work permit (including PGWP) eligibility in Canada.

This certificate program introduces the concepts of industrial robots and explains how they are used in a plant or manufacturing system. The primary focus of the program is on automated manufacturing processes, as well as the role of robots and their support equipment. Receive instruction in both theoretical concepts and laboratory exercises using a combination of multimedia learning resources and a robotics simulation software package, RoboLogix.

International Students

This online distance program does not qualify for study/work permit (including PGWP) eligibility in Canada.

The Electromechanical Technician Certificate program provides a complete introduction to electronics and electromechanical systems. This program is often of interest to people who want to study electronics with an emphasis on mechanical systems, for example, someone coming from a millwright background. The program covers mechanical topics outside of a typical electronics program, like industrial control devices, DC and AC motors and control circuits, transformers, analog and digital transducers, industrial process control and PLCs.

Advanced Standing

If you have finished the Electronics Technician program, you are exempted from 18 modules of the Electromechanical Technician program.

International Students

This online distance program does not qualify for study/work permit (including PGWP) eligibility in Canada.

The PLC Technician II Certificate program introduces the theory behind Programmable Logic Controllers while maintaining an emphasis on the application of PLCs in plant and manufacturing systems. The PLC Technician II program provides a more advanced study of PLCs in manufacturing, including DCS & SCADA systems. The PLCLogix 5000 simulator integrated within the program emulates the Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 programming applications and features 3D simulation and advanced programming.

Advanced Standing

If you have finished the PLC Technician program, you will receive credit for exemptions from seven modules of the PLC Technician II program.

International Students

This online distance program is only available to study while remaining in your home country and does not qualify for study/work permit eligibility in Canada.

The Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Technician Certificate program provides the basic technical skills and knowledge necessary to work with programmable logic control systems typically found in an industrial/manufacturing environment. The program covers the operation of various PLC control systems, including both discrete and analog control devices. The simulation software, PLCLogix 500, which is included with the program, simulates the Rockwell RSLogix 500 series of PLCs.

Advanced Standing

If you have finished the PLC Technician II program, you are exempted from 7 modules of the PLC Technician program.

This one-year program is eligible for a $20,000 scholarship.*

Welding is a high-demand trade, driving the success of major development projects across the country. The Welding Techniques one-year certificate program applies the technical theory and elements of the welding field through hands-on learning, transforming you into a welding pro. With our state-of-the-art welding lab featuring 26 stations and virtual welding simulations, you’ll hone your skills in a controlled setting. Our Smart Welding Lab also comes with an infrared camera and monitor that lets instructors demonstrate and digitally document welding techniques.

*Domestic students only — see page for details.

This one-year program is eligible for a $20,000 scholarship.*

The Electrical Techniques one-year certificate program builds your working knowledge of electricity and electronics in relation to residential and commercial electrician applications. You’ll develop skills and competencies in electrical theory, network cabling, electrical system installation and electrical workplace safety.

*Domestic students only — see page for details.

This one-year program is eligible for a $20,000 scholarship.*

The Plumbing Techniques one-year certificate program covers residential, commercial and industrial applications in the plumbing industry, with a focus on residential plumbing. This hands-on program will benefit anyone seeking to enter an apprenticeship or any construction-related career path.

*Domestic students only — see scholarship page for details.

This 1-year program is eligible for a $20,000 scholarship.*

Make more than a living––build the future by entering the Trades. The one-year Construction Techniques certificate program gives you choices when considering a career in the Skilled Trades sector. We’ll introduce you to a variety of trades so you can determine which one interests you the most.

*Domestic students only — see page for details.

The one-semester Registered Nurse – Perinatal Intensive Care Nursing (Postgraduate S404) program prepares Registered Nurses to provide care for critically ill newborns and their families in an intensive care setting.

The Registered Nurse – Critical Care Nursing Program is a one-semester graduate certificate program that prepares Registered Nurses to transition to critical care settings to provide safe, competent care to critically ill individuals and their families.

Registered Nurse – Operating Room Perioperative Nursing (Postgraduate S414) is a graduate certificate program for Registered Nurses. In one semester, graduates will have learned the necessary skills required to work collaboratively in surgical settings. This program includes both a theory and clinical practice component.

The Dental Assisting program provides the education required to work as a certified dental assistant (Levels I and II). As a student in this program, you will develop the skills, technical knowledge and clinical experience necessary to work in a professional, ethical and collaborative manner in a variety of settings.