Certificate in University & College Administration (CUCA)
CUCA
The fully online Certificate in University and College Administration (CUCA) program is designed for mid-level administrators practicing in a post-secondary setting.
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Program Description
The program is designed to provide a background to the complex cultures and administrative challenges found in modern universities and colleges, and to help practitioners become integral members of the academic administrative team.
Who is the Program for?
The Certificate in University and College Administration (CUCA) program is designed for mid-level administrators practicing in a post-secondary setting.
Admission Requirements
Prerequisite requirements include:
- Applicants must meet general admission guidelines for entrance into the University of Manitoba. Individuals currently working in higher education institutions are encouraged to apply.
Program Objectives
The CUCA program aims to:
- Provide an understanding of university and college cultures and governance
- Provide a background so that participants can function as part of the academic/administrative team
- Provide an understanding of student roles, needs and accessibility issues
- Emphasize the role of accurate and concise communication skills for administrators provide an understanding of some of the group dynamics of the workplace
Program Structure
The program consists of a core of four courses, plus four electives selected from three groups of courses (at least one course must be selected from each group). Periodically new courses on emerging issues will be offered in each group.
Program Length
Each completed course is granted 25 contact hours. The total length of the CUCA program is 200 contact hours. The maximum time for completion of the program is seven years.
Course Instructors
Course instructors are experienced practitioners drawn from the post-secondary sector, and the primary emphasis will be on experiential learning and practical application.
Delivery Methods
Each course will be delivered online using UM Learn.
Grading
Courses are graded on a pass/fail basis.
Fees
Each course is $560 CAD.
Courses
The program consists of a core of four courses and four electives to be selected from three groups of courses, (at least one course must be selected from each group).
Core Courses
- Mission, Culture, and Governance of Higher Education
- Financial Management and Budgeting
- The Role of the Student and Student Needs
- Powerful Communication through Writing
Group A
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Effective Communication
- Administrative Law
Group B
- Aboriginal Students and the Post-Secondary Journey
- Working with Cultural Differences (Not currently offered)
- Supporting International Students (Formerly Supporting New Cdn Students)
- Supporting Students with Disabilities
- Assessment of Academic Advising
- Current Issues in Advising
- Advising International Students
Group C
- Key Performance Indicators and Accountability
- Strategic Planning at the Unit Level
- Branding
- Technological Implications – Insights into Higher Education Information Technology
Course Schedule
| Fall 2018 | Fulfils |
|---|---|
| Powerful Communication through Writing September 17, 2018 – October 5, 2018 | CUCA Core |
| Financial Management and Budgeting October 29, 2018 – November 16, 2018 | CUCA Core |
| Leadership October 8, 2018 – October 26, 2018 | CUCA Group A Elective LOA AA Elective |
| Special Topics: Aboriginal Students and the Post-Secondary Journey October 29, 2018 – November 16, 2018 | CUCA Group B Elective LOA AA Elective |
| Special Topics: Advising Essentials October 8, 2018 – October 26, 2018 | CUCA Group B Elective LOA AA Core |
| Winter 2018 | Fulfils |
|---|---|
| Mission, Culture and Governance
January 14, 2019 – February 1, 2019 | CUCA Core |
| The Role of the Student and Student Needs February 5, 2019 – February 22, 2019 | CUCA Core LOA AA Elective |
| Supporting Students with Disabilities February 25, 2019 – March 15, 2019 | CUCA Group B Elective LOA AA Elective |
| Assessment of Academic Advising March 18, 2019 – April 5, 2019 | CUCA Group B Elective LOA AA Core |
| Branding April 8, 2019 – April 26, 2019 | CUCA Group C Elective |
| Spring/Summer 2019 | Fulfils |
|---|---|
| Special Topics: Current Issues in Advising May 6, 2019 – May 24, 2019 | CUCA Group B Elective LOA AA Core |
| Special Topics: Advising International Students June 17, 2019 – July 5, 2019 | LOA AA Elective |
| Strategic Planning at the Unit Level May 27, 2019 – June 14, 2019 | CUCA Group C Elective |
FAQs
What is Online Learning?
Online learning is a way to learn from and engage with peers and your instructor, while at the same time gaining digital literacy. You can access your course 24/7 regardless of your location as long as you have access to the internet. While students may be located all over your city or country, students and instructors come together on the website in UM Learn. It is on UM Learn that you will find the assignments and their due dates, discussion forums, topic notes, and video presentations.
Can I just enroll in a single course if I'm not interested in the entire program?
You can enroll in a single course. Completed courses can later be applied towards the Certificate in University and College Administration (CUCA).
Apply to the Program
Applications may be made to the certificate program at any time.
Fill Out an Application Form
Download and submit a completed Program Application Form.
Application Fees
There is an application fee of $100.00 for admission to the program. If the applicant does not qualify for admission to the program, $50.00 of the application fee will be refunded.
Transfer Credits
If an applicant has successfully completed equivalent courses offered by CHERD or by other institutions, transfer credits may be granted. To be eligible for credit, courses must have been completed within the last four years. The total of these credits may not exceed one half of the program credits.
Transfer Credits: Previous CHERD Courses
Upon the applicant’s admission to the certificate program, CHERD will review any previous courses taken with CHERD. For any course that meets the criteria listed under Transfer Credits, the credit hours will be transferred. No fee is charged for these transfers.
Transfer Credits: From Other Institutions
If the applicant has successfully completed courses at other institutions that meet the criteria listed under Transfer Credits, a request may be made in writing to CHERD at the University of Manitoba. Documentation such as course outline/course content, length of course and proof of successful completion will also need to be included with the request. You may include more than one course in your request – it is not necessary to send a separate letter for each course.
Student Performance
All participants in the certificate program are graded on a pass/fail grade for each course. Participants are assessed on their active contribution and completion of all aspects of the course, including assignments, group discussions, etc.
Register for a Course
You can register for courses either online, by phone or by mail.
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Register by Mail
1. Download and fill out a Course Registration Form (PDF)
2. Payment can be made by cheque, Mastercard, Visa. Make cheque payable to: The University of Manitoba. (Note: No invoices will be issued.)
3. Send your completed form by mail to:
University of Manitoba
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Course Cancellations
CHERD reserves the right to cancel courses in the event of insufficient registration. If a course must be cancelled, all registrants will be placed on a waitlist, and notified once the next offering of the course is available.
Refunds
If payments have been processed prior to course cancellation, arrangements will be made for either a full refund or a credit to be applied towards another CHERD course offering. This credit will only be carried over for one year.
Participant Cancellations
If a participant cancels their registration in a course prior to the course start date there will be no fees charged. Cancellations must be submitted in writing or by email prior to the course start date.
Participant Withdrawals
If a participant withdraws from a course after the course start date there will be no refunds issued. Course withdrawals must be submitted in writing or by email.
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