Format
4 required courses plus 60 hours of optional courses (120 hours)
Delivery
Classroom, Online | Learn more
Duration
Complete in 4 months, or up to 3 years
Management development is a process in which individuals learn and improve their skills to be more effective managers and leaders while accomplishing organizational goals.
Whether you are preparing for a new position or want to build on your current supervisory or management role, our Management Development Extension Certificate covers the essential skills to help you work more effectively and further your career.
In this program, discover practical techniques for improving your communication skills, learn the fundamentals of human resources management, and increase your understanding of how to interpret, evaluate and analyze financial statements.Then, tailor your learning and choose from optional courses or one-day seminars in the areas of business aptitude, communications, human resources, and operations and leadership. As well, explore the difference between management and leadership with hands-on learning you can apply immediately in the workplace.
Highlights and benefits
Earn a recognized credential | Enhance your career prospects
Enhance your life | Develop your personal and professional skills
Gain hands-on experience | Demonstrate workplace competencies to potential employers
Blue Seal eligible | Apply for the Achievement in Business Competencies (Blue Seal) Certificate, which helps Alberta tradespeople demonstrate their business aptitude
Online delivery | Enjoy the flexibility of online learning and complete this program from anywhere
Get started with management basics
Interested in learning more about management but not yet ready to commit to the full program? Consider our Pillars of Management Certificate of Completion, which provides a strong foundation for management in just four courses. Should you decide to continue your management studies, your Pillars of Management courses may apply to the Management Development Extension Certificate.
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Course schedule
Course schedule by semester
| Required | Fall (Sept. - Dec.) |
Winter (Jan. - April) |
Spring/Summer (May - Aug.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Effective Workplace Communication | ON | ON | ON |
| Human Resource Basics | ON | ON | ON |
| Understanding Leadership | ON | ON | ON |
| Understanding and Using Financial Information | ON | ON | ON |
*This online course is offered in a live, online format. Learn more about our online learning options.
| Optional | Fall (Sept. - Dec.) |
Winter (Jan. - April) |
Spring/Summer (May - Aug.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supervision Core Skills | |||
| Introduction to Project Management | ON/ON* | ON/ON* | ON/ON* |
| Effective Business Writing | |||
| Building High Performance Teams | CL | CL | |
| Employee Engagement | ON | ON | |
| Recruitment and Selection | ON | ON | |
| Organizational Effectiveness | ON | ON | |
| Organizational Learning and Development | ON | ON | |
| Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | |||
| Employee Relations | ON | ON | |
| Employee Retention for Managers | |||
| Performance Management | |||
| Emotional Intelligence at Work | CL | CL | |
| Effective Facilitation for Managers and Leaders | ON | ON | |
| Leading with Emotional Intelligence | ON* | ON | |
| The Art of Leadership | ON* | ON | |
| Conflict Management | ON* | ON* | |
| Performance Management Seminar | ON* | ON* | |
| Effective Interpersonal Communication | ON* | ON* | |
| Building Customer Relations | ON* | ON* | |
| Foundations of Project Management | ON* | ON* | ON* |
| Change Management Fundamentals | CL | ON | |
| Marketing and Strategic Communications | CL | ON | |
| Management Through Coaching |
*This online course is offered in a live, online format. Learn more about our online learning options.
Legend
BL: Blended (Online & Classroom)
CL: Classroom
FT: Fast Track
ON: Online
IDS: Independent Study
P: Practicum
This schedule is subject to change. Courses start on various dates within each semester. Fall schedule and registration is available in June; Winter schedule and registration is available in November; and Spring/Summer schedule and registration is available in March.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this program intended for?
This program is intended for existing managers, aspiring leaders, and high-potential employees who need to enhance their leadership and management skills, knowledge, and competencies. The target audience can range from mid-level managers and team leaders to senior executives and new managers, all aiming to improve decision-making, organizational success, and their ability to lead teams effectively.
What type of career options are available if I complete this certificate?
Graduates of the program have a wide range of career options, including entry-level management and supervisory roles like Assistant Manager or Team Lead, specialized positions such as Project Manager, Financial Analyst, or Human Resources Manager, and entrepreneurial ventures like becoming a Business Owner or Management Consultant. The broad applicability of management skills allows for career paths across various industries from healthcare and finance to manufacturing and technology.
Note: additional education and training may be required for some positions.
Do I have to take the courses in order?
"No, each course is designed to stand alone. The Management Development certificate involves completing 4 required courses and 60 hours of optional courses to meet the program requirements.
Students who complete the following required courses can also earn the Pillars of Management Certificate of Completion:
- XMGD 20004 Effective Workplace Communication
- XMGD 20020 Human Resource Basics
- XMGD 20017 Understanding Leadership
- XMGD 20003 Understanding and Using Financial Information
How will I be graded in each course?
Each course has several graded assignments. These assignments vary per course; however, they are all designed to assess the outcomes of each course. These assessments include, but are not limited to, discussion board posts, short answers and quizzes, and case study assignments.
How many hours am I expected to work on each course?
You should plan to access your D2L course site at least 3 times per week. Depending on the course, you can expect to spend approximately 3 hours per week reading material, completing learning activities or assignments, and attending Google Meet sessions.
Is attendance required for Google Meet sessions?
No, these sessions are not mandatory, but they are recommended. Attending Google Meet sessions allows you to get to know your instructor and classmates and provides you with the opportunity to ask questions about content, assignments or due dates.
How many courses can I take at a time?
You can take as many courses as your schedule will allow. There are no restrictions on the number of courses you can take at one time.
Will I get a job once I'm done the certificate?
While having a professional certificate will certainly put you in a favourable position when looking for employment, there are many factors to consider for each individual that it would be impossible to pre-determine your employment success. Our graduate statistics have shown that a significant percentage of past students have experienced a measurable increase in salary, responsibility, and/or activity after completing our programs.
Will Mount Royal help me locate career opportunities?
No, Mount Royal does not have a system in place to assist students with career opportunities upon completion of our certificate. However, there are periodic job postings advertised on our website.
Additional information
Refer to CE Student Information for more information.
Program questions?