Program Length
- 12 Days
Credential
- Certificate
Location Offered
- Nanaimo
About the program
Management Skills is a three-part program designed to improve managerial effectiveness through specific skills training. It will appeal to supervisors, administrators, project leaders, and department heads in business, industry, public and not-for-profit sectors. The 12-day program is offered in three four-day modules approximately one month apart. This approach allows participants to integrate new skills and learning on-the-job, then return to class for reinforcement, review, and additional new material. The format includes videos, self-scoring inventories, role plays, case studies, short lectures, and structured exercises to provide a stimulating adult learning experience.
Participants who successfully complete all three parts of the program will receive a certificate from Vancouver Island University. In addition, participants receive two credits per part towards certificate, diploma and degree programs at VIU. Three take-home assignments demonstrating application of skills and knowledge to the work situation must be completed.
On a contract basis, VIU will deliver MGMT 148 to an individual client organization, allowing for maximum flexibility in delivery format and content. Organizations interested in this particular format should contact VIU Professional Training and Development at 250.740.6580.
Admission Information
Domestic Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
| Fees per Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition (6 credits x $411.71 per credit) | 2,470.26 |
| Supply fee | 79.59 |
| Student Activity fee (4 months x $20.37 per month) | 81.48 |
| Student Services fee (4 months x $22.49 per month) | 89.96 |
| VIU Students' Union fee (4 months x $28.87 per month) | 115.48 |
| Total | 2,836.77 |
The VIUSU Health and Dental Plan fee is assessed for all students enrolled in 6 credits or more per term, or in Trades/Vocational programs of 5 months or longer.
The VIU Students' Union fee is calculated on a monthly basis and may vary from the above table.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice and are expected to increase by 2% each year on April 1.
International Fees
Tuition and Other Mandatory Student Fees
When applying to the program, applicants will be charged a non-refundable application fee.
When applying to graduate, students will be charged a non-refundable graduation and alumni fee.
Some courses have additional fees to pay for extraordinary class–related expenses.
| Fees per Program | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition (6 credits x $815.77 per credit) | 4,894.62 |
| Supply fee | 79.59 |
| Student Activity fee (4 months x $20.37 per month) | 81.48 |
| Student Services fee (4 months x $22.49 per month) | 89.96 |
| VIU Students' Union fee (4 months x $28.87 per month) | 115.48 |
| Total | 5,261.13 |
The VIUSU Health and Dental Plan fee is assessed for all students enrolled in 6 credits or more per term, or in Trades/Vocational programs of 5 months or longer.
The VIU Students' Union fee is calculated on a monthly basis and may vary from the above table.
All fees are subject to change without prior notice and are expected to increase by 2% each year on April 1.
Domestic (Canadian)
| Program Start Date | Accepting Applications | Campus | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Ongoing | Nanaimo | MGMT 145 - Interpersonal Skills; MGMT 146 - Team Building Skills; MGMT 147 - Administrative Skills |
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Next Intake(s):
Interpersonal Skills (MGMT 145 S26N70) – January 16-17 and 30-31, 2026; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Team Building Skills (MGMT 146 S26N70) – February 13-14 and 27-28, 2026; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Administrative Skills (MGMT 147 S26N70) – March 13-14 and 27-28, 2026; 8:30 am to 4:30 pm *All courses are delivered in person at the Nanaimo campus (no online option available).
Application Fee:
$46.06
Testing Required:
No
Admissions Officer:
Name: Jenna Milne Phone: 250.740.6400 Email: Jenna.Milne@viu.ca
Coordinator Contact:
Name: Koren Bear Email: fom_pdt@viu.ca
Comments:
The three courses in the program can be registered for individually and taken in any order. After the application is processed the Admissions Officer will contact the student to register. Tuition is due two weeks prior to the start date. Certification is awarded when all three courses have been successfully completed. |
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