Program Overview
Athabasca University’s online University Certificate in Management Applications will help you develop a broad administrative perspective through a curriculum that includes
- accounting
- computers and management information systems
- finance
- organizational behaviour
- HR management
- law
- marketing
Routes and options
Ladder to a degree
Credit earned in this certificate program may be transferred any AU Bachelor of Management program.
To be sure you get the most benefit from your certificate courses, if you think you may want to transfer your certificate to a degree program, you should discuss your course selection with a program advisor.
Completion times
Finish this program in as little as 1 year of full-time study, or work at your own pace and take as long as you need. There is no time limit for completion.
Admission Requirements
There are no formal admission requirements for this program. All you need is to be 16 or older. You can enrol anytime and start right away, regardless of your previous education.
Please note: If you have a Bachelor of Administration, Bachelor of Commerce, or a similar degree, you cannot apply to the University Certificate in Management Applications program.
How to Apply
You can apply to AU online, anytime. Once you’ve completed the online application form and paid the one-time general application fee (and transfer credit evaluation fee, if applicable), you’re officially an AU student and can start registering in courses.
Make sure we get your transcripts if you want us to consider your previous post-secondary education for transfer credit.
Transfer and Advanced Credit
If you have previous post-secondary education or significant life and work experience that relates to this program, you may be eligible for transfer credit or Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). This could mean fewer courses to get your AU certificate.
If you transfer credit, you must complete a minimum of 15 credits at AU.
You will not receive transfer credit for senior (300/400) level courses more than 10 years old in the following disciplines
- Accounting (ACCT)
- Management Science (MGSC)
- Legal Studies (LGST)
- Marketing (MKTG)
- Finance (FNCE)
- Taxation (TAXX)
If you are working in the field and provide evidence of current experience in these areas, this restriction will be waived.
Program Requirements
To complete the program you will need to fulfil all the requirements of the certificate.
Our program plans can give you an idea of what courses you need to finish this program, and how to plan the order you’ll take them in. If you’re feeling stuck, our academic advisors can help.
Tuition and fees
Once you have paid the initial application fee, tuition is pay-as-you-go for each course registration. Course fees vary depending on your location and other factors.
You can estimate your total program cost by multiplying the cost of a 3-credit course by the number of courses you need to take for the program. Remember that tuition costs may increase each year.
Program Learning Outcomes
The University Certificate in Management Applications is designed for students who want a broad perspective in administration and administrative skills. It is designed to help you develop a broad administrative perspective with a curriculum that includes accounting, finance, law, marketing, and information systems.
Continuing Education
Bachelor’s degree in business such as the Bachelor of Management or Bachelor of Commerce.