UCW Student Brochure

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WE ACKNOWLEDGE that the territories on which UCW and its campuses are situated are the traditional,
ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱ wú7mesh (Squamish)
and Sel̓ íl̓ witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time
immemorial, honour their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our
dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.
WHAT'S INSIDE
President's Welcome ............................................................. 5
Excellence at UCW..................................................................6
5 Star Rating from QS Stars.................................................. 7
UCW by the Numbers.............................................................8
Why Go West.......................................................................... 10
Accreditations & Designations...........................................12
UCW Vancouver House Campus........................................ 14
UCW West Pender Campus................................................. 18
Community Map....................................................................20
Sustainability.........................................................................22
Accommodations ..................................................................24
Experience Vancouver.........................................................26
Vancouver City ......................................................................28
Vancouver Outdoors ...........................................................30
Vancouver as a Career Destination.................................. 32
Employment & Opportunities ........................................... 33
Undergraduate Programs...................................................34
Bachelor of Commerce ...............................................36
Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication ......38
Associate of Arts......................................................... 40
Graduate Program................................................................42
Master of Business Administration......................... 44
Preparatory Programs ....................................................... 48
MBA Foundation ..........................................................50
University Access Program ........................................51
Awards & Scholarships .......................................................52
University Entry Requirements ....................................... 58
How to Apply ........................................................................59
Helpful Resources ............................................................... 60
Student Services ..................................................................62
Career Development Centre ............................................. 64
On-Campus vs. Online Study ............................................65
Meet Our Students................................................................66
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Welcome to
University
Canada West
EDUCATING
LEADERS
since 2004
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President's Welcome
As the President of You may be thinking about getting your first degree, upskilling for
a promotion, planning a career change or simply seeking a stronger
University Canada West measure of security in uncertain times. You might be from the greater
Vancouver area; you may be from BC’s interior or its northern reaches;
(UCW), I’d like to thank or you may be from anywhere across Canada or around the world. UCW
you for taking an interest welcomes all of you.
in our institution. If you’ve UCW was founded in 2004 as a business and technology-focused
university. Our faculty stand out for their hands-on business experience,
picked up or downloaded and our programs are able to stay abreast of the latest changes and
this brochure, it’s likely trends in business, entrepreneurship and innovation. We offer smaller
class sizes and flexible programs, so that students can balance their
because you’re planning school commitments with work and personal life.
your next big move. I’m so But what is very special is we also offer one of Canada’s best urban
glad you’ve discovered us. campus experiences. Vancouver is an oceanfront metropolis set against a
backdrop of snow-capped mountain peaks. Our two campuses are located
in the heart of the city, a short walk away from either the beach or the
business district. Our new campus is situated in the recently-completed
Vancouver House development, an architectural marvel hailed all over the
world for its structural and design innovations.
Once at UCW, you’ll meet students from more than 100 different
countries. They’ve all chosen to study here in Canada, and they’re
discovering what our local students have always known: Vancouver is a
tremendous city, and UCW offers one of its best learning experiences.
Our campuses and our faculty foster a cohesive student community that’s
working and studying together and supporting each other.
COVID-19 has changed much about the world and created uncertainty
for many, but UCW has emerged from the pandemic better prepared
than ever. Our COVID-19 response is designed to keep our campus safe
for everyone.
As you read through this brochure, you’ll learn more about UCW’s
selection of excellent, business and tech-focused undergraduate and
graduate programs. If you are ready to take your next big step, UCW is
here for you. I hope to see you on campus soon.
Your success is
our priority and
this is what makes
us different. We Sheldon Levy
Interim President & Vice-Chancellor
genuinely care.
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UCW is an innovative
business and technology-
oriented, teaching-focused
institution in Canada, offering
undergraduate and graduate
degrees for domestic and
international students.
EXCELLENCE
AT UCW The University is a dynamic and growing Our excellent education, professional practice
institution defined by its close connections to and close connections within the business and
the business community and a commitment to technology community will transform you into
outstanding student services. a leadership-ready graduate.
We create the most innovative, dynamic and

practical learning environment for students.
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Join us and you, too, could be a part of our

world-class learning community.
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The QS Stars rating system provides an in-depth
5 Star Rating
evaluation that assesses a university on a broad
range of key performance indicators. Institutions
receive an overall rating between zero and 5+
stars, as well as a rating in at least eight of 13 key
from QS Stars areas. UCW’s scores included:
University Canada West is honoured Teaching:

UCW received full marks for faculty-student
to have received a 5 Star rating from ratio, overall student satisfaction and
satisfaction with teaching.
the QS Stars higher education rating
Employability:
system, the world’s most popular UCW received full marks for employer
source of comparative data on reputation and career service support and high
marks in graduate employment rate.
university performance, in Fall 2021.
Academic Development:
UCW received full marks in all categories –
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teaching and research assistantships, learning
development centre, faculty office hours, faculty
RD ST development programs and university networks.
Online Learning:
UCW received full marks for student-faculty
engagement, student services and technology,
application per enrolment, track record,
UNIVERSITY IN BRITISH commitment to online learning and student
interaction and high marks for online outsourcing.
IN CANADA COLUMBIA
Social Responsibility:
UCW received full marks for environmental
TO R E C E I V E A 5 STA R R AT I N G impact, funds for community investment
and charity work and regional human
F R O M Q S STA R S capital development.
Inclusiveness:
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UCW received full marks for disabled
access, scholarships and bursaries and
There are only a total of seven low-income outreach.
institutions in the United States
and Canada that have received a Internationalization:
UCW received full marks for international
5 Star rating. diversity, international support centre,
international students and international faculty.
Specialist Criteria – MBA program:
UCW received full marks for accreditations,

applications per place and international
students, and high marks for student
satisfaction, graduate employment rate and
faculty-student ratio.
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UCW
BY THE
NUMBERS
6,500 100
STUDENTS
+
COUNTRIES STUDENTS
+
ARE FROM
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AVERAGE STUDENTS' AGES DOWNTOWN
CLASS SIZE VANCOUVER
CAMPUSES
96.9 % OF MBA STUDENTS ARE WORKING

OR HAVE A JOB LINED UP WITHIN
ONE YEAR OF GRADUATING
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WHY
GO WEST
Flexibility &
Opportunity
NEW CAMPUS G E T P R AC T I C A L
University Canada West opened its state-of-the-art BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
Vancouver House Campus in October 2020. Located Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, UCW is
between Vancouver’s trendy West End and Yaletown surrounded by many of the world’s largest companies,
neighbourhoods, the new campus includes two computer giving our students unparalleled access to a network of
labs, student lounges and an innovation hub. prospective employers.
SMALL CLASS SIZES C A R E E R D E V E LO P M E N T

At UCW, we keep our class sizes small so our students can UCW students are ready to join the workforce as soon as
enjoy a high level of interaction with their classmates and they graduate. Our Career Development Specialists help set
benefit from the one-on-one undivided attention from students up for success with resume, cover letter and job
professors that they require to excel. interview guidance, as well as weekly career workshops.
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96.9% of UCW MBA students are
working or have a job lined up within
one year of graduating.
EXPERIENCED ST U D E N T- C E N T R I C
FAC U LT Y ENVIRONMENT
Our professors are not just esteemed Student success is our business! At
academics; they also have years of UCW, we offer a variety of services for
industry experience. They don’t just students to help enrich their university
repeat textbook content; they bring experience and to ensure every student
their years of experience in business attains their educational goals and
into the classroom. Throughout your personal pursuits.
program, your professors will use their
CANADIAN-MADE,
years of professional work to equip G LO BA L S U C C E S S
you with the latest knowledge and FLEXIBILITY UCW attracts students from more than
skills needed to succeed in today’s Our programs are delivered over four 100 countries around the world, creating
competitive global marketplace. terms per year, which means motivated a richly diverse experience in the
students can complete their degree classroom and giving all our students
more quickly, reducing the amount unique insights into the world and the
TRANSFER CREDITS of time you spend in school before opportunity to broaden their horizons
University Canada West is a member landing your dream job. If you possess without leaving home.
of the BC Transfer System (BCCAT) previously earned university credits
with more than 2,600 credit transfer recognized by UCW, you may find
SCHOLARSHIPS
arrangements with other post-secondary yourself completing your program
institutions. Students can transfer faster than you thought possible. UCW offers a variety of scholarships,
academic credits from other recognized bursaries and grants, including a
post-secondary institutions to UCW discount for members of the Canadian
courses and programs. Armed Forces. Canadian students could
save up to $10,000 in tuition fees.
Student success is our business !

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Accreditations &
Designations
Accreditations, memberships and designations
are important to a university because they
externally validate the quality of the education
provided. UCW is recognized by the following
organizations for its high-quality education:
The Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation identifies BC public and private post-
secondary institutions that have met or exceeded provincial government-recognized standards
for quality assurance and consumer protection. UCW has received permission from EQA to use
its seal on its materials.
University Canada West has earned ACBSP Global Business Accreditation for its MBA
and BCom degree programs. The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
accredits business, accounting and business-related programs at the associate, baccalaureate,
master's and doctoral degree levels worldwide.
University Canada West is a member of the BC Transfer System (BCCAT) with hundreds of
credit transfer arrangements to other post-secondary institutions.
EduCanada is a brand that supports international education in Canada. EduCanada and the
leaf design is a trademark of the Government of Canada and is subject to a Master Licence
Agreement between the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC) and Department of
Foreign Affairs Trade and Development (DFATD).
Languages Canada is Canada’s national language education association representing more

than 225 private and public language education members that offer accredited English and
French programs. UCW’s University Access Program is accredited by Languages Canada,
another mark of distinction.
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) connects educators,

students and businesses to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great
leaders. UCW is a member of AACSB and their mission is to foster engagement, accelerate
innovation and amplify impact in business education.
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University Canada West has earned NCMA National Accreditation for its MBA and
BCom degree programs from CIM | Chartered Managers Canada. CIM | Chartered
Managers Canada offers a comprehensive National Accreditation process that reviews
college and university programs and grants equivalency to the association’s Chartered
Management Program.
Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) is an association of educational

institutions that are engaged in internationalizing education programs, student services,
campuses and communities. They seek to enhance their members’ knowledge and
skills in cross-cultural communications, managing services for inbound and outbound
students, and developing capacity-building projects abroad.
University Canada West is proud to be officially recognized as an affiliate collegiate

chapter of the American Marketing Association. The University launched the UCW
Marketing Association Collegiate Chapter in January 2020 to bring together students
and marketing professionals to connect, learn and find inspiration.
University Canada West is pleased to be a member of the Association for the

Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), furthering campus
efforts to build a thriving, equitable and ecologically just world. Through membership in
AASHE, UCW receives support in advancing its sustainability initiatives throughout its
campuses and in the community.
University Canada West is pleased to be a member of the BC Tech Association. BC Tech

is a non-profit dedicated to making BC the best place to grow and scale a tech company.
The Association is a trusted and respected voice for the tech sector in British Columbia.
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UCW’s Vancouver House Campus is located

downtown between the West End and Yaletown,
just steps from Sunset Beach, English Bay and
Vancouver’s 28-kilometre seawall, the world’s
longest uninterrupted waterfront path. 
OUR NEW
CAMPUS
EAST BUILDING
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The campus is part of the stunning Vancouver House
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development. In 2019, CNN named the globally
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recognized project designed by star Danish architect
Bjarke Ingels of BIG, one of the “most anticipated
buildings set to shape the world.”
S U STA I N A B I L I T Y
UCW Vancouver House offers a deep level of sustainability with green roofs, triple glazing,
innovative energy and resource conservation technologies and a district energy connection, as well
as a mix of wellness programming, including bike facilities, end of trip facilities and integration with
the future pedestrian greenway on the Granville Street Bridge.
90,000
square feet of classrooms,
student lounges and computer labs
WEST BUILDING
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Vancouver
House
Vancouver House Campus
Campus
AWA R D S
& AC C O L A D E S
• In November 2021, Vancouver
House was honoured with two
AFBC Architecture Awards of
Excellence, the highest level of
architecture awards in British
Columbia – a Lieutenant-Governor
of British Columbia Award in
Architecture and a Design
Excellence Award.
• Best Tall Building Worldwide

at the 18th Annual Council on
Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat
(CTBUH) Awards.
• Best Tall Building 100-199 Metres

2021 Award of Excellence at the
2021 CTBUH Annual Awards.
• Best Tall Residential or Hotel

Building 2021 Award of Excellence
at the 2021 CTBHU Annual Awards.
• In 2019, CNN named Vancouver

House one of the “most anticipated
buildings set to shape the world
in 2020.”
• Awarded Future Project of the

Year at the 2015 World Architecture
Festival Awards in Singapore.
1461 GRANVILLE ST,
VANCOUVER, BC V6Z 0E5
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Applying the “Total Design” philosophy to an entire district
and building on the success of Granville Island across
False Creek, Vancouver House is the active core of a new
waterfront neighbourhood called the Beach District. 
Vancouver House Campus
The Beach District community is poised to become a

year-round destination, with a marketplace, creative
workspace and innovative retailers with rotating
year-round programming, a unique mix of restaurants
and cafés, one-off concepts, shops and services, food
carts and craft fairs, all animated by a range of street
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In 2014, UCW opened its West Pender Campus in

The London Building, a historic office building in
the heart of downtown Vancouver.
West Pender
West Pender Campus
Campus
626 W PENDER ST,

VANCOUVER, BC V6B 1V9
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A century old, heritage building,
an inspiring environment for learning.
Since moving into The London Building, UCW

completed a major reconfiguration to the lobby,
significant improvements to the first and second
floors, and renovations to other floors to expand
the number of classrooms and add additional
amenities for students, faculty and staff.
The campus is steps away from public transit,

including the Waterfront SkyTrain Station, bus
routes and the SeaBus terminal. The lively and
diverse neighbourhood is full of restaurants,
stores, entertainment options, shopping centres
and gym facilities.
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VANCOUVER
Cypress Mountain
To Whistler 
West Vancouver
Lions Gate Bridge
Stanley Vancouver Aquarium
Park Coal Ha
English Bay
Museum of Vancouver
Sunset Beach West End
Burrard Bridge Dow
UCW Vancouver House Campus
Granville Bridge
George Wainborn Park

Granville Island
David Lam Park

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A PLACE TO STUDY, WORK & PLAY
International
Grouse Mountain
Mount Seymour
Deep Cove
North Vancouver
Lonsdale Quay
arbour UCW West Pender Campus

Canada Place
Gastown
Robson Square
Gastown Steam Clock
Vancouver Art Gallery
Vancouver Public Library
wntown BC Place
Rogers Arena
Science World
Yaletown
Cooper's Park
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UCW understands the importance of sustainability to the
future of our planet. We are committed to creating a green

SUSTAINABILITY
footprint for the environmental stewardship of our campuses.
UCW strives to not only teach sustainability but also to model
it through our own actions.
T R A N S P O R TAT I O N
UCW is ideally located near public transit. In fact, students
arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) might
never need to drive. The UCW Vancouver House Campus is
conveniently close to two adjacent active travel paths, rapid
transit and an express bus service within a 10-minute walk, as
well as a shuttle that supports both bikes and wheelchairs to
our door, and a foot ferry that also accommodates cyclists.
Transportation is responsible for approximately half of
the climate emissions created in the City of Vancouver.
Gas-powered vehicles also contribute to public health
crises, including respiratory disease caused by microscopic
particulate emissions (learn more about PM2.5 here) from
combustion and tire particles. The automobile also consumes
more than 2% of our land mass for roads and parking. Overall,
transportation is one of the more important sustainability
issues of our time.
UCW manages our transportation footprint by:
• Ensuring that our community is aware of
transit options (rail, bus and boat)
• Encouraging and facilitating self-propelled modes
of commuting (walk, run, bike)
• Where possible, reducing the amount of travel required by
staff and students (remote work and study).
Our Sustainable Transportation Policy can be found on the
website at: ucanwest.ca/about/policies.
If you need to drive to UCW, we won’t hold it against you, but
we will encourage you to get an electric vehicle or carpool as
C U R R I C U LU M & FAC U LT Y health restrictions allow.
University Canada West is dedicated to expanding our UCW has an active working group that considers issues of
sustainability footprint through ongoing integration of policy and Transportation Demand Management (TDM).
sustainability throughout our academic offerings. This group reviews any comments about transportation
For UCW students, sustainability can be a component of and directs them to the appropriate party. They also make
your educational program. Today, we offer two types of recommendations to the Executive Committee.
sustainability education: Current TDM Working Group Members include:
• Course content within our degree programs; and • Ed Bagg – VP Operations & IT Services
• A micro-credential in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). • Herneet Dhillon – Executive Director, People & Culture
In addition, several professors at UCW are involved in • Adrian Mitescu – Director, Institutional Accountability
sustainability research or lead sustainability initiatives
as part of their professional practice. View the full list of Plan Your Journey by Public Transit
sustainability courses on the website at: ucanwest.ca/about/ Find schedules and maps for bus, SeaBus, SkyTrain
sustainability/academics. and West Coast Express at: translink.ca/schedules-and-maps.
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UCW is a proud member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability

in Higher Education (AASHE).
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CAMPUS BUILDINGS
Energy Water UCW also REFUSED to use materials that

were red-listed or compromised indoor
While the campus has a great deal of Water and energy have always been closely
air quality.
windows, efficient triple pane glass was linked in the world of building management.
used to create a tight envelope or shell to The water that we use takes energy to Here are a few examples of such measures:
reduce heat loss. Each of UCW's buildings clean, move and dispose of after use. This • Requiring air quality certification for our
is also well shaded to reduce solar heat is true in British Columbia, as much as purchased furnishings, fittings and fin-
gain in the summer. anywhere in the world, because 97% of our ishes (such as chairs, carpets, counters
electricity comes from hydroelectric dams. and paints)
To create optimal insulation, bird habitat
• Selected carpet that had high recycled
and a pleasing aesthetic, each of our At UCW, all of our fixtures are low
material content
buildings are topped with green roofs. flow efficiency rated to reduce water
• Ensured selection of long-lasting and
consumption. In the interest of human
The buildings are on a district energy easily repaired furniture
health, dining facilities are also equipped
system for both heating and cooling. Of course, our society still wears things
with additional purification systems.
When heating in the winter, the out and relies on packaging for product
district energy system relies on 96% The aforementioned green roofs control protection and safety. To answer this
efficient boiler systems that deliver low storm water by absorbing rainfall. They need for waste management, UCW has an
temperature hot water for heating. also delay storm water release by emptying active recycling program.
excess water to a cistern system before
All of the lighting within our campus is At every dining area, you’ll find four
light emitting diode (LED) technology releasing into the city’s stormwater sewers.
product waste receptacles. We separate
and we selected classroom AV and items that can’t be easily recycled from:
kitchen appliances for energy efficiency. Recycling
• Food waste (organics)
In support of electric vehicles, all parking When UCW moved to Vancouver House, • Containers (plastic, glass and aluminum)
spots in our underground parking are the University was careful to follow the • Wood fiber (paper and cardboard)
wired for EV chargers. waste management hierarchy by: If you’re not sure what can be recycled, a
• Reducing our need for materials current list of materials can be found on
Tips: Help us conserve energy to reduce
(Reduce) the Recycling BC website.
our impact on the planet by:
• Identifying any materials that we could
• Turning off lights and appliances when Tip: Want to help reduce waste? Start by
bring with us (Reuse)
not in use refusing to use single-use containers. The
• Ensuring materials we needed had
• Taking the stairs whenever possible most common source of avoidable waste is
recycled content (Recycle) and that
(It’s better for your health too) our drinking containers. Carry a reusable
our relocation and purchase packaging
mug and water bottle, hydration is also
was recycled
important to your health and studying.
• Recovering hard to recycle by-products
from our purchases (Reclaim)
Our Vancouver House Campus is a highly efficient building due to a wide variety of sustainability
features and its recent construction (2020). The developer of our campus is currently pursuing
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#1 BEST COUNTRY OVERALL*
*US News & World Report, 2021
HOME AWAY
FROM HOME
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University Canada West has partnered with 4stay.com

for off-campus housing for our students.
4stay connects students with local room providers to give students a range
of options for their accommodations. 4stay sources multiple room suppliers
so students don’t have to search multiple websites to find the right fit. No
deposit is required and 4stay guarantees their listings so UCW students
can feel confident when booking.
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Credit: Destination BC/Kezia Nathe
EXPERIENCE
VANCOUVER Vancouver is world-famous for its
natural beauty and cultural diversity.
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“IT’S A LIQUID CITY, A TOMORROW CITY, EQUAL PARTS

INDIA, CHINA, ENGLAND, FRANCE AND THE PACIFIC
NORTHWEST. IT’S THE COOL NORTH AMERICAN SIBLING.”
– The New York Times
You're going
to love it here.
Credit: Destination BC/Hubert Kang
Top spots include Stanley Park, one of the largest urban parks
in North America, the city’s picturesque beaches, Granville
Island Public Market and the largest Chinatown in Canada.
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Vancouver
City
 S E AWA L L
World's longest uninterrupted

waterfront path.
 STA N L E Y PA R K
One of the largest urban parks in

North America and is larger than
NewYork City's Central Park.
VA N C O U V E R ’ S S E AWA L L VA N C O U V E R ’ S G R E E N S PAC E S
One of Vancouver’s top attractions is a paved Vancouver is home to more than 230 parks and green
pathway that stretches 28 kilometres around the city’s spaces, including the world-famous Stanley Park. At 405
waterfront. Known locally as The Seawall, following this hectares, Stanley Park is one of the largest urban parks in
route is one of the best ways to discover Vancouver. North America and is larger than New York City’s Central
UCW’s new Vancouver House Campus is located just Park. It is home to roughly half a million trees, including
steps away from The Seawall, which is the world’s many that are hundreds of years old. Stanley Park features
longest uninterrupted waterfront path. kilometres of trails, beautiful beaches, local wildlife, and
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T H E VA N C O U V E R FAC TO R VA N C O U V E R FA M I LY F U N
Vancouver offers a wealth of study and work opportunities. Vancouver is made for families! In addition to a bounty
The city has a rich history across different business sectors of family-friendly activities and attractions and more
and has made a significant impact on the world economy than 230 parks and green spaces, Vancouver boasts
with both traditional and newer industries, including a more than 150 playgrounds and 24 community centres
booming technology sector. BC has a skilled and innovative that offer a variety of services and activities for all
workforce, rich natural resources, high quality of life and its ages. The city is home to nine indoor and five outdoor
gateway location between North America and Asia provide swimming pools, 14 spray parks and several wading
the foundation for almost unlimited economic opportunity. pools, as well as eight indoor ice rinks.
VA N C O U V E R ’ S D I V E R S I T Y
Vancouver is made up of a mix of different religions, ethnicities and cultural groups from around the world,
as well as Canada’s Indigenous communities. The city is home to a vibrant historic Chinatown. Established in
the 1890s, today Vancouver’s Chinatown is the largest in Canada and the third largest in North America. The
city’s historic Punjabi Market area, also known as Little India, celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2020. It is
the epicentre for the city’s Indo-Canadian community and its annual Vaisakhi Parade, which draws more than
100,000 people. It has become the region’s largest single-day festival.
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Whether you’re a thrill-seeking explorer who enjoys the adrenaline

rush of zipping down a ski slope or someone who prefers the
serenity of green outdoor spaces, you will find it all here.
Vancouver
Outdoors Biking in Stanley Park
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Credit: Destination Vancouver/Rishad Daroowala
C YC L I N G GOLFING FISHING
Vancouver is the ultimate place to
Vancouver’s moderate climate makes Vancouver’s mild climate means that
fish due to its endless coastline.
it possible to cycle almost year- you can play golf almost all year
Before heading out on the water,
round. The City of Vancouver has a round, and there are several golf
fishing-enthusiasts will need to
comprehensive system of bike routes, courses within the city of Vancouver,
get a license from a tackle shop,
paths, dedicated bike lanes and as well as in the surrounding region,
department store or marina. You
greenways throughout the city. And where you can play a round, practise
can then charter a boat from any
Vancouver’s North Shore is famous your swing and perfect your putt.
reputable organization located at
for its stellar mountain biking terrain.
Granville Island, Horseshoe Bay or
It has been featured in countless
Coal Harbour.
freeride films and has inspired trail
builders and bikers around the world
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S K I I N G A N D S N OW B OA R D I N G WAT E R S P O R T S
Snow rarely falls in the city of Vancouver, but the same As a city on the water, Vancouver has plenty to offer for
cannot be said for the city’s local ski hills – Cypress Mountain, water-sports enthusiasts. Stand-up paddleboarding has
Grouse Mountain and Mount Seymour, which delight locals become increasingly popular in recent years and there are
and welcome tourists from around the country all winter long. several locations in the city that offer paddleboard rentals,
And just a couple hours north of the city, is British Columbia’s guided tours and even paddleboard yoga.
world-famous Whistler/Blackcomb Ski Resort. At more than
3,278 hectares, it is the largest ski resort in North America and If paddleboarding isn’t your thing, you can still enjoy
boasts the greatest uphill lift capacity. Vancouver’s waters from a kayak or canoe. And if you’re
looking to escape the urban jungle, Deep Cove is located only
HIKING 25 minutes from downtown Vancouver. From there you can
Whether you’re an experienced hiker, or a beginner looking access Indian Arm, a scenic fjord surrounded by spectacular
to enjoy the great outdoors, there is a plethora of hiking mountains. There are many destinations along Indian Arm
trails for all ages and abilities in and around Vancouver. that range from only a half hour to a full day paddle from
Pacific Spirit Park, which is located on the west side Deep Cove either by kayak or stand up paddleboard.
of the city, offers several easy trails of varying lengths
throughout more than 750 hectares of richly dense forest.
Looking for more of a challenge? The Grouse Grind or
“Mother Nature’s Stairmaster,” as its commonly known
amongst city residents, is a 2.5-kilometre hike up Grouse
 Kayaking on English Bay
Mountain. Don’t let the short distance fool you, this steep
trail features an 800-metre elevation gain – there’s a
reason many locals call it Mother Nature’s Stairmaster.
However, when you get to the top you will be rewarded
with the most breath-taking views of the city and Burrard
Inlet from the 853-metre summit.
From skiing to kayaking and

whale watching, Vancouver
offers a stunning backdrop
for all adventure seekers.
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Vancouver was ranked #1 in North America

for high-tech job growth*
Vancouver as a
Career Destination
VA N C O U V E R L A B O U R M A R K E T B R I T I S H C O LU M B I A L A B O U R
The City of Vancouver offers a wealth of study and work M A R K E T 2 02 1 -2 0 3 1 F O R E C A ST
opportunities and you’ll be surrounded by wonderful natural While employment in British Columbia was impacted by the
beauty. This is truly the ultimate place to be. COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the economy has made a strong
recovery. Employment is now 102.1% above pre-pandemic levels and
Vancouver is British Columbia’s major commercial and financial BC has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Canada at 5.3%.
centre, with strong trading transport and economic links to the
rest of the world. Overall, labour demand is expected to grow faster than supply
in BC, resulting in tight labour market conditions where the
Vancouver is also home to some of Canada’s top companies, demand for workers surpasses the supply of workers.
including Amazon, Salesforce and Samsung, meaning UCW
students have unparalleled access to a network of prospective
employers. The city is home to a number of exciting businesses A G R OW I N G D E M A N D F O R
and a growing startup community. Vancouver was named one WO R K E R S
of the top 25 cities in the world for best startup ecosystems by
It is predicted that there will be more than one million job
Startup Genome.
openings in British Columbia between now and 2031. This
includes 369,000 new jobs due to recovery from COVID-19 or new
Other key urban centres in British Columbia ideally suited for
economic growth and the need to replace 635,000 workers who
conducting business include: Victoria, Kelowna, Kamloops, Prince
will permanently leave the workforce, largely due to retirement.
George and Nanaimo. Metro Vancouver has an excellent and
extensive transportation infrastructure. Vancouver International
Canada welcomed more than 405,000 new permanent residents
Airport (YVR) provides direct air services to some 130
in 2021. To ensure the nation has the workers needed to fill
destinations in Canada, the U.S. and around the world, more than
critical labour market gaps, the 2022-2024 Immigration Levels
110 of which are non-stop flights.
Plan aims to continue welcoming immigrants at a rate of about
1% of Canada’s population, including 431,645 permanent
residents in 2022, 447,055 in 2023 and 451,000 in 2024.
140,000
140,000
120,000 Young People Starting Work vs. Job Openings, BC,

2018-2028, Annual
100,000
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80,000
98,000
94,000
92,000
97,000
97,000
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Less than High High School Bachelor’s, Diploma,
0 School and/or Graduate or First Certificate or
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031
Occupation Professional Apprenticeship
Specific Training Degree Training
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Many of the world’s biggest companies have offices

within walking distance of our downtown campuses,
providing you with unparalleled access to a network
of prospective employers.
Employment and
Opportunities
Vancouver is a hub of exciting activities and a W H E R E D O U C W ST U D E N T S WO R K?
city full of great opportunities. You will be able
to acquire relevant work experience, which is an • University Canada West • Indium Software
important step in launching your career. Many UCW • Loblaws • Skyrine IT Services Pvt. Ltd.
students and graduates are working in or outside • London Drugs • Krafting Networks
Canada, retaining global presence. • Amazon Fulfillment • iXie gaming
• Deloitte • Fox4Conn Services
There are many reasons why students want to • Scotiabank • UP-Channel Broadcasting
work globally. It is very common for students, who • BMO financial Group Company
live and work away from their home country on a • CIBC • KSM
permanent basis, to move to a new city or seek a • TELUS • Trigent Software Inc.
new position while there. • Walmart • BNP Paribas
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Bachelor of Commerce
This 120-credit Bachelor of Commerce degree is ACBSP

and NCMA-accredited. It combines theoretical and practical
learning to give you an in-depth understanding of today’s
evolving business environment.
U N D E R G R A D UAT E P R O G R A M S
K E Y FAC T S You will develop the critical thinking and team building skills necessary for
effective communication in a globally based business setting.
INTAKES
Fall (October) Our Bachelor of Commerce is delivered through four tiers that progressively
Winter (January) develop your knowledge, critical thinking ability and operational skills. Once
Spring (April) you have built up your skillset, you will be ready for the Capstone courses
Summer (July) that bring together everything you’ve learned into real-world projects,
helping you to launch your career.
PRO GRAM LENGTH
4 Years The Bachelor of Commerce program prepares you for a successful career
where you will contribute constructively in a global economy.
Faster completion options
available for motivated
The program focus is found in a sequence of business courses. At the same
students. The UCW academic
time, it integrates communications courses to create an interdisciplinary
year is organized to create
degree that provides a sound background for work that includes the
an environment of learner
development and management of organizations. Team activities are an
flexibility and rapid degree
intrinsic part of many courses and build team skills vital for real-world
completion. Courses are
success as well as providing a collegial learning environment.
scheduled in four terms each
of which consists of 10 weeks
of classes plus two weeks of
review and exams. Students
can take a maximum of five
courses per term.
DELIVERY
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UCW follows professional trends in industry closely TIER 1 UNIVER SIT Y FOUNDATION

and develops elective areas that reflect the best (10 COUR SES)
professional standards in specific fields. Currently, we
• Academic Writing
offer the following elective areas in the BCom degree:
• Business Fundamentals
• Choice of:
ACCOUNTING − Business Mathematics
Accounting skills are consistently in demand. The − Pre-Calculus
accounting elective area, in combination with the rest − Calculus 1
of the BCom degree, will prepare you for entry into a − Calculus 2
professional accounting program. • Choice of:
− Accounting Principles^
To complete the Accounting elective area you must, in − Financial Accounting
addition to your required core courses, take: • Microeconomics^
• Managerial Accounting II • Macroeconomics^
• Principles of Auditing and Assurance • Business Communications
• Taxation • Business Analytics
• Strategic Managerial Accounting • Two (2) electives
TIER 2 DIS CIPLINARY FOUNDATION (10

BU S INESS COMMUNICATIONS COUR SES)
Communication is an essential component of every • Operations Management
organization, whether communicating internally • Business Environment
to staff and managers, or externally to customers, • Choice of:
stakeholders or the public. - Statistics
- Business Statistics
The Business Communications elective area will • Choice of:
prepare you to produce effective communications − Managerial Accounting^
materials for a wide range of contexts and in the − Financial Accounting Applications
framework of business strategy. − Sage 50
− QuickBooks
To complete the Business Communications elective • Organizational Behaviour
area you must, in addition to your core required • Marketing Management
courses, take: • Human Resource Management
• Social Media • Management Information Systems
• Public Relations in Practice and Theory • Career Preparation*
• Persuasive Presentations • One (1) elective
• Integrated Marketing Communications
• Communication Strategy TIER 3 DIS CIPLINARY APPLICATIONS
(10 COUR SES)
• Professional Communications
"I love the support, events and • Business Law^
services UCW offers. I feel •

•
Business Ethics
Choice of:
incredibly welcome here, and − Finance^

− Investments
I know I can count on various − Business Taxation

• Data Analytics & Storytelling
departments to • Five (5) electives
ensure I succeed TIER 4 INTEGRATIVE APPLICATIONS
in my journey." (10 COUR SES)

• Strategy & Decision Making
• Sustainable Business Practices*
Letícia, Brazil • Choice of:
Bachelor of Commerce − Capstone Project
− Internship
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• Seven (7) electives
^ CPA preparatory courses.

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Bachelor of Arts in
Business Communication
In this 120-credit program, you’ll develop core skills in writing
and research, a comprehensive understanding of media
communication and technology, as well as an appreciation of
how they function in the modern world of business.
K E Y FAC T S Our Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication program provides

you with an opportunity to develop a broad knowledge of media,
INTAKES
cultural studies and business. In addition, students will develop
Fall (October) theoretical and practical skills that are relevant to careers in
Winter (January) professional writing, journalism, public relations, communications
Spring (April) and advertising.
Summer (July)
The program focus is found in a sequence of courses in media and
PRO GRAM LENGTH communications. At the same time, it integrates business courses to
4 Years create an interdisciplinary degree that provides a sound foundation
for work in media and communications organizations, as well as
other communications-related business careers. Team activities are
an intrinsic part of many courses and build team skills vital for real
world success, as well as providing a collegial learning environment.
scheduled in four terms each Why Bachelor of Arts in
Business Communication?
review and exams. Students • Use communication theories to assess basic issues in cultural contexts
can take a maximum of five • Critique communication media influence on audience perceptions of
courses per term. issues, events, products and services
• Evaluate the effectiveness and integration of all types of media
DELIVERY communication and technology
• Demonstrate communication-oriented research and information
On-Campus, Online
seeking strategies
• Create ethically and legally sound content for a variety of forms of
TO SEE BA media and markets
TUITION FEES • Integrate media and content to communicate persuasively to
S CAN OR CLICK ON specific audiences
THE QR CODE • Apply communication methods to business problems and contexts
• Work productively in a collaborative environment
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P R O G R A M ST R U C T U R E

T IE R 1 U N IV E R S IT Y FO U N DAT IO N
( 1 0 CO U R S E S )
• Business Fundamentals
• Mass Media & Society
• Business Analytics
• Conversational Writing Tools
• Business Communication
• Economics for Business
• Three (3) electives
T IE R 2 DIS CIP LIN A RY FO U N DAT IO N

( 1 0 CO U R S E S )
• Marketing Management
• Business Environment
• Writing for Media
• Data Analytics & Storytelling
• Content Creation
• Digital Marketing Strategy
• Business Ethics
• Organizational Behaviour
ELECTIVE AREAS • Career Preparation*
UCW follows professional trends in industry closely • One (1) elective
and develops elective areas that reflect the best
professional standards in specific fields. Currently, we T IE R 3 DIS CIP LIN A RY A P P LICAT IO N S
offer the following elective area in the BA degree: ( 1 0 CO U R S E S )
• Project Management
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT • Risk Communication
One of the fastest-growing fields in communications • Professional Communications
is communications management. • Advanced Communications Writing
• Digital Storytelling
By taking selected advanced business courses and
• Five (5) electives
applying them to communications projects, this
elective area provides training for those who hope
to manage complex communications projects and T IE R 4 IN T E GRAT IV E A P P LICAT IO N S
departments in any industry. ( 1 0 CO U R S E S )
• Communications Strategy
To complete the Communications Management • Contemporary Issues
elective area you must, in addition to the required • Choice of:
core courses, take: − Capstone Project
• E-Business − Internship
• Advertising • Seven (7) electives
• Operations Management
• Persuasive Presentations *Course will be offered from Winter 2022 Term.
"Studying at UCW has opened me to new cultures and

experiences. The classes and the people around me encourage
me to do my best. The BA program is preparing me to
tackle any challenge and be a leader of the future."
David, Colombia
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Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts program is an interdisciplinary

set of courses designed to provide core skills in writing,
communication, research and team performance.
K E Y FAC T S The Associate of Arts (AA) degree prepares students for life as an
educated person and lays a solid foundation for further study.
INTAKES
Fall (October) This two-year, 60-credit (20 courses) undergraduate program is
Winter (January) equivalent to the first two years of a four-year degree in the Arts. It
Spring (April) prepares students to transfer to research or teaching universities to
Summer (July) complete a bachelor’s degree or serves as a credential to enter the
labour market. The AA degree is accepted for transfer into bachelor
PRO GRAM LENGTH degree programs at University Canada West (UCW) and all British
2 Years Columbia degree-granting institutions, provided other admission
requirements are met.
At the end of the AA degree, you may transfer into a bachelor degree
program at UCW or any British Columbia degree-granting institution.
Alternatively, you may continue in the Associate of Arts degree and
complete the program with an additional 30-credit hours of study as
per provincial Associate of Arts degree guidelines.
scheduled in four terms each
Graduates of the AA program will develop these skills:
• Workplace problem-solving
• An ability to work in teams
• Leadership in the workplace
• Communications and soft skills for employability
courses per term.
DELIVERY Why Associate of Arts?

On-Campus
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Effective written and oral communications
TO SEE AA • Ability to work collaboratively
TUITION FEES • Application of theoretical understanding to practice
S CAN OR CLICK ON • Research and evaluative skills
THE QR CODE • Mathematical and scientific reasoning
• Analysis, synthesis and integration
of knowledge
• Advanced reading comprehension
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"The dedicated and attentive CORE ENGLISH COUR SES

team at UCW has guided • Critical Analysis and Writing
me in my pursuit of a higher S CIENCE REQUIRED COUR SES
education. This institution gave me • One (1) Quantitative
the opportunity to be a Student

• One (1) Lab Science
• One (1) Additional Science
Brand Ambassador, which has ART S REQUIRED COUR SES
been an important step in my • Two (2) Humanities
professional career in Canada."

Bruna, Brazil
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•
•
Two (2) Social Science
Two (2) Any Arts
Six (6) Second Year Arts
Associate of Arts
REQUIRED ELECTIVE COUR SES
• Three (3) 1XX or 2XX or 3XX or other approved elective
courses
For a comprehensive list of all available courses, please

refer to the academic calendar at: www.ucanwest.ca/
about/academic-calendar
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GRADUATE
PROGRAM
• Master of Business Administration

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Master of Business
Administration
The ACBSP and NCMA-accredited Master of Business Administration
(MBA) program from UCW will prepare you for success on a global
level. You will learn how to take challenging situations in stride, apply
pragmatic solutions to problems and ultimately drive the success of
your organization through intelligent decision-making.
G R A D UAT E P R O G R A M S
K E Y FAC T S The program is four tiers, a total of 45 credits that will develop your
INTAKES knowledge and skillset so that you are able to handle increasingly
complex problems. Team activities are an intrinsic part of the MBA
Fall (October) program, developing team skills for modern business and providing
Winter (January) a collegial learning environment.
Spring (April)
Summer (July) The MBA degree program has been refined to allow you to acquire
more specific knowledge and skills in one of eight elective areas by
PRO GRAM LENGTH choosing courses from one of the following subject areas: Business
2 Years Analytics, Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management,
Human Resources, Marketing and Digital Marketing, Leadership
Faster completion options and Non-Profit. Our MBA program also includes relevant digital
available for motivated components. We collaborate with digital leaders, such as the Riipen,
students. The UCW academic Digital Marketing Institute, Salesforce (Trailhead), Tableau and IBM
year is organized to create to keep our students updated with upcoming technological trends.
flexibility and rapid degree Students can also qualify to earn certifications, including Certified
completion. Courses are Management Consultant (CMC), Chartered Professional in Human
scheduled in four terms each Resources (CPHR), Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP),
of which consists of 10 weeks Certified Digital Marketing Associate (CDMA) and more.
courses per term.
Why MBA?
• Learn to construct strategic responses to business challenges
DELIVERY and opportunities
• Assess the ethical implications of business activities
On-Campus, Online
• Develop, implement and evaluate solutions to business problems
• Formulate business decisions and systematic analysis that
TO SEE MBA reflects critical thinking
TUITION FEES • Demonstrate effective skills to collaborate with diverse groups of
S CAN OR CLICK ON people
THE QR CODE • Lead teams through the resolution of problems and completion
of projects
• Integrate personal values and perspectives into your problem-
solving, taking responsibility for your decisions
• Communicate ideas persuasively as a result of thorough analysis
of information
• Gather, analyze and distribute information in a business context
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TIER 1 – ANALY TICAL FOUNDATIONS

(4 COUR SES)
• Managerial Accounting
• Ethics, CSR and Business Analysis
• Talent Management
• Business Analytics
TIER 2 – MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND

PRACTICES ( 5 COUR SES)
• Financial Management
• Marketing Management
• Leadership in the Global Context
• Operations Management
• One (1) elective
TIER 3 – BU SINESS APPLICATIONS

(4 COUR SES)
• Information Technology for Managers
• Two (2) electives
TIER 4 – INTEGRATION AND

IMPLEMENTATION (2 COUR SES)
• Strategic Management
• Choice of:
− Graduate Internship
− Capstone - Consulting or Innovation Graduate Project
− Research Project
− Launch Your Business
INTERNSHIPS
"The networking opportunities University Canada West builds connections between students and
the business community through real-world education and work
are invaluable, and the skills experiences, including a new internship program for MBA students.
I am learning are setting me This initiative provides students with the choice of enrolling in
WORK 601 Graduate Internship as one of four tier-four MBA courses
up for success in the business to complete their MBA degree requirements.
environments of the future."

Carlene, Canada
Internship programs provide students with exposure to workplace
activities, support application of education and direct skills
practices related to the student intern’s field of study. A key
MBA
component of student value with internships is their ability to
increase their connections and network, increasing their job
opportunities and career prospects.
Our alumni work for some of the world’s leading

organizations such as: Siemens / Scotiabank /
EmpowerID / Sigma Lux / Oakville Trading / Apple /
Telus / SAP / GPP / RBC / Nestlé / SoftMoc / The
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ELECTIVE AREAS B U S I N E S S CO U R S E S P OW E R E D BY
TH E L ATE ST TE C H N O LO GY
B U S I N E S S ANALY TI C S UCW continues its evolution towards becoming Vancouver’s
• Machine Learning tech-business university. We've partnered with leading
• Predictive Analytics business and tech companies, such as Salesforce, Amazon,
• Cloud Computing Shopify, Facebook and many others to incorporate their
CO N S U LTI N G * latest technology and expertise into the Master of Business
• Consulting Practice Administration program courses at UCW.
• Change Management Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most
• One Elective Course comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform from
• Consulting/Innovative Graduate Project startups to large enterprises. UCW has integrated a number
E NTR E PR E N E U R S H I P of their Cloud and Machine Learning Certifications into Cloud
• Design Thinking Computing Technologies and Machine Learning Tools and
G R A D UAT E P R O G R A M S
• Entrepreneurship Management Techniques courses.

• Prototyping for Entrepreneurs Our partnership with the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI)
F I NAN C E * means that upon successful completion of the Marketing
• Investment Analysis & Management Management course, you will receive associate level certification
• Personal Financial Planning from DMI. You will then have the option to take a set of three
• Global Financial Institutions Management digital marketing electives, which will set you up to take
• Green Finance DMI’s Pearson VUE test to get certified as a Digital Marketing
Professional, in addition to earning your MBA degree from
H U MAN R E S O U R C E S
UCW. Thanks to a partnership between DMI and the American
MANAG E M E NT
Marketing Association (AMA), if you complete the digital
• HR Strategy
marketing electives and pass the DMI Pearson VUE test, you will
• Recruiting and Retaining Talent
also get AMA Professional Certified Marketer certification.
• Management & Employee Relations
• Global Human Resource Management Facebook Blueprint helps connect learners to skills, courses
and certifications that will help businesses to optimize their
LE AD E R S H I P *
social media presences on Facebook, Instagram, Messenger
• Change Management
and WhatsApp. Students can complete the Facebook
• Negotiations
Certified Digital Marketing Associate certification through the
• Leadership & Decision Making
completion of the Digital Marketing course.
• Intercultural Relations
UCW has created a new course about entrepreneurship.
MAR K E TI N G MANAG E M E NT *
Business-641 (Entrepreneurship) incorporates IBM Design
• Digital Marketing Strategy
Thinking into the MBA program. The IBM Design Thinking
• Marketing Promotion
model is a scalable framework aimed at big enterprises that
• International Marketing
uses three principles to solve complex problems creatively.
• Marketing Analytics
• E-Commerce Riipen brings industry and academia together, with real company
projects. Projects are embedded directly into curriculum or
N O N - PR O F IT
completed as remote internships. Immersing students in industry
• Politics of Globalization: Theory & Practice
projects equips them with work-ready skills.
• Understanding the Non-Profit Sector
• Strategy & Governance in Salesforce is an online solution for customer relationship
Non-Profit Organizations management (CRM). It gives all departments within a
• Non-Profits in the Global Context company, including marketing, sales, commerce and service,
a shared view of their customers with one integrated CRM
*Available to online students platform. Salesforce has been incorporated into the Marketing
Management course.
Shopify is an all-in-one SAS e-commerce platform that
allows businesses to launch, run and grow an online
business. UCW, through our E-Commerce course, has
partnered with Shopify to train students how to start, run
and grow an e-commerce business.
Tableau, a powerful data visualization tool used in the
business intelligence industry, has been incorporated into
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WO R K I NTE G R ATE D LE AR N I N G All assignments will be reviewed and evaluated by the
instructor and employer supervisor.
All students complete one of the following exit courses:
• MENT 630 (3 CREDIT S) – L AUNCH YOUR
• WORK 601 (3 CREDIT S) – GRADUATE
BU SINESS – This hands-on applied course focuses
INTERNSHIP – Students with limited job experience
on the creation, evaluation, development and launch
will be matched to a commercial company based on
readiness of a new business or social venture. The course
their e-portfolio. Under guidance, they will gain practical
is one of the completion options for the MBA program.
knowledge and skills through completing an analysis
For each new venture, key issues are addressed in a
of their assigned role. After identifying a challenge,
fashion consistent with other formal venture planning
students propose ways to solve it and build a strategic
processes, including business model development,
plan. They present a video story outlining their activities,
customer discovery, product-market validation, in-
their contribution to the organization, analysis of the
depth industry and market analysis, product or service
internship experience and their recommendations for
innovation, brand development and go-to-market
a solution to the challenge. The final report documents
strategies, team selection and management, profit
how they were able to integrate into the organization
models, financing and legal considerations. Throughout
and describe proposed solutions with outcomes.
this course, students refine their venture’s business
All assignments are posted to their e-portfolio and
model based on instructor and peer feedback.
evaluated by both the instructor and supervisor.
• MBAR 661 – RESEARCH PROJECT –
• CAP S 602 (6 CREDIT S) – CAP STONE
Research Project, the final stage in the MBA degree,
CONSULTING – Students define and analyze
is completed independently under the direction of an
a real-life project based on their assessment of its
assigned academic supervisor. Students will be assessed
needs, challenges and opportunities. After identifying
on the quality of the final paper and their ability to
a challenge, they analyze it, propose solutions and
conduct practical research (typically field research) and
build a strategic plan. Throughout, students update
to analyze the results and implications of this research.
their e-portfolio showcasing their progress and
The project will be important not only to advance and
create a personalized video presentation explaining
apply what you have learned in the MBA program, but
their activities, experience and contributions to the
also for the value it delivers to the sponsor organization,
organization. They produce a written report and
whether that is the student’s own workplace or another
analysis of the problem, their contributions and
organization. Students will be required to do an oral
recommendations. Students participate in a mock
presentation of their research paper to invited members
employment interview and pitch the professional
of the University community.
experience and benefits they gained from their project.
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PREPARATORY
PROGRAMS
• MBA Foundation
• University Access Program
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MBA Foundation
Students who seek admission to the MBA program, but do not

meet the general admission requirements nor have a strong
business background may require admission into the MBA
Foundation program.
P R E PA R ATO RY P R O G R A M S
K E Y FAC T S
INTAKES
Fall (October)
Winter (January)
Spring (April)
Summer (July)
PRO GRAM LENGTH

3 months
DELIVERY
On-Campus, Online
TO SEE MBA
FOUNDATION
TUITION FEES
S CAN OR CLICK ON
THE QR CODE
To be admitted to the MBA Foundation courses, you must have a bachelor’s degree
from a recognized university with a cumulative GPA of 2.33 out of 4.33 or higher.
To get into the MBA program, you must earn an overall B grade in the MBAF
program.
The MBA Foundation program includes courses in the following areas:

• Introducing Business and Business Writing
• Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis
• Business Economics
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If you do not meet the minimum English language
requirements for entry to the Bachelor, Associate of Arts or
MBA programs, you can still improve your English skills to
qualify for admission into a degree program at UCW.
P R E PA R ATO RY P R O G R A M S
K E Y FAC T S The University Access Program (UAP), accredited by
INTAKES Languages Canada, prepares you for higher-level education in
an English-speaking institution.
Fall (October)
Winter (January)
Spring (April) The program focuses on academic English, ensuring that you
Summer (July) acquire the study skills needed to complete assignments and
exams with confidence. The courses include the development
PRO GRAM LENGTH of specific academic skills, such as essay writing, research
3 months (students methods, note taking, critical thinking and seminar or tutorial
with IELTS 6.0) discussions.
6 months (students
with IELTS 5.5) You can meet the English proficiency requirements for
9 months (students admission to our degree programs by successfully completing
with IELTS 5.0) the advanced level course of the University Access Program
(UAC 030). This program is three, six or nine months in length,
DELIVERY depending on the entry level. Each course is three months long.
On-Campus
TO SEE UAP
TUITION FEES
S CAN OR CLICK ON
THE QR CODE
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ENTRANCE AWARDS,
SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
ARE AVAILABLE TO NEW
STUDENTS.
AWARDS &
SCHOLARSHIPS
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Scholarships for Academic Excellence

APPLICABLE PRO GRAMS ELIGIBILIT Y
• Master of Business Administration These scholarships are for international and domestic
• Bachelor of Commerce students with excellent academic grades, who wish to
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication go on to excel in their chosen field of study and work.
• Associate of Arts These scholarships are applied automatically when you are
admitted to UCW.
Cumulative GPA
AA BCom or BA MBA
(out of 4.33)
4.3 $2,400 $4,800 $1,200
4 $1,600 $3,200 $800
3.8 $800 $1,600 $400
Continuance: Scholarship Continuance: Scholarship Continuance: Scholarship

recipients of the Undergraduate recipients of the Undergraduate recipients of the Graduate
award must maintain a award must maintain a award must maintain a
minimum GPA of 2.67 out of minimum GPA of 2.67 out of minimum GPA of 3.0 out of
4.33 to remain eligible for the 4.33 to remain eligible for the 4.33 to remain eligible for the
second and subsequent award second and subsequent award second and subsequent award
disbursements. disbursements. disbursements.
MBA Excellence Scholarship for Continuing Students
APPLICABLE PRO GRAMS AWARD VALUE

• Master of Business Administration The MBA Excellence Scholarship is valued at a maximum
of $2,000 and will be disbursed as a tuition credit to
UCW will award a limited number of MBA Excellence successful students for the last four courses of their Master
Scholarships each term to current MBA students who have of Business Administration degree.
completed MBA degree Tier 2 courses (MBA level courses
numbered 600 and higher) equivalent to at least 27 credits. CONTINUANCE
To remain eligible for the Scholarship and receive the tuition
ELIGIBILIT Y disbursement, students must maintain a 3.80 cumulative
This scholarship is open to current domestic and international GPA in all MBA courses.
students in the MBA program who have demonstrated
academic excellence during their MBA courses. Students who
have received an entrance scholarship are not eligible to apply
for the MBA Excellence Scholarship for Continuing Students.
Candidates will be considered for the scholarship based on:

• The cumulative GPA of the courses included in the 2
Tiers of their MBA degree program (MBA courses num-
bered 600+ equivalent to 27 credits).
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MBA Foundation Pathway to
Study Grant Knowledge Bursary
APPLICABLE PRO GRAMS APPLICABLE PRO GRAMS
• MBA with MBA Foundation • Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Arts in Business
This grant is for students who demonstrate leadership Communication
potential and commitment to their chosen field
of endeavour. This bursary was created to help students in bachelor’s
degree programs reach their potential.
ELIGIBILIT Y
To be considered for the Award, you must meet the ELIGIBILIT Y
following requirements: To be considered for this scholarship, candidates must
• Submit a completed scholarship application form when meet these requirements:
applying for admission to UCW; • Apply to UCW by May 31, 2022.
• Submit a Personal Statement describing how • Have a minimum GPA of 2.33 out of 4.33.
undertaking the Master of Business Administration Students who have not applied for any other scholarships
and MBA Foundation programs will impact your will be automatically offered this bursary.
career and personal goals;
• Complete the MBA Foundation program and the MBA AWARD VALUE
degree program within 36 months of starting your Eligible domestic students will receive a discount of
MBA Foundation courses; and $2,784 covering the cost of the student’s final year
of their BCom or BA degree, based on the standard
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.00 out of 4.33.
schedule and fees.
Terms and conditions may apply.
AWARD VALUE
$3,500
The MBA Foundation Study Grant is subject to full
payment of the MBA Foundation course fees and is
issued as a credit towards payment of the last course
credits of the MBA program.
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University Canada West The Emily Baker Scholarship

Founder’s Scholarship APPLICABLE PRO GRAMS
APPLICABLE PRO GRAMS
This scholarship is for Indigenous students, who
are dedicated to pursuing and fulfilling their higher
Communication
education and business goals.
UCW offers up to 20 Founder’s Scholarships to full-time ELIGIBILIT Y

students entering undergraduate degree programs. To be considered for this scholarship, candidates must
The Founder’s Scholarship is a tuition award. Recipients meet these requirements:
are responsible for paying regular student fees and • Submit a completed scholarship application form 
purchasing textbooks. by May 31 to start your program in the following Sum-
mer or Fall term; and
ELIGIBILIT Y
• Submit a Personal Statement describing how receiving
To be considered for this scholarship, candidates must
an award for the MBA program will affect your person-
meet these requirements:
al, educational and career goals, as well as how you
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident at the intend to use your skills to contribute to the growth
time of application; and development of your Indigenous community.
• Be a recent high school graduate or have graduated
from high school within 12 months of applying; AWARD VALUE
• Have a minimum GPA of 4.0 out of 4.33 from high One student will be awarded a full tuition scholarship
school; every year.
• Apply for admission and for the Founder’s Scholar-

ship by May 31 to start your program in the following
Summer or Fall term;
• Submit a letter of recommendation from an educator
or influential community member; and
• Write and submit a 500-word essay describing your
career aspirations, ways in which you plan to positively
impact your community and how your studies at UCW
will help you achieve these goals.
Students may be contacted by UCW for an interview

upon application review.
Recipients must maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.2 to

receive second and subsequent payments.
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Canada 150 Tuition Concession Government Student Loans
for the Armed Forces Government student loans are available to residents of
Canada who demonstrate financial need. The federal and
APPLICABLE PRO GRAMS provincial governments will pay the interest accumulated
on the loan while the student attends school on a full-time
basis. However, repayment of the loan will commence six
months after your studies end.
Communication
For more information about government student loans,
please contact the appropriate agency in your province of
The Canada 150 Tuition Concession for the Canadian
residence.
Armed Forces program is available to all active members,
reservists and veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, • Alberta Student Aid
who will receive a 30% lower tuition rate in recognition of • Student Aid BC
their service to this Country. • Manitoba Student Aid
• New Brunswick Student Financial Services
You must supply documentation confirming your status • Newfoundland and Labrador Student Aid
with the Canadian Armed Forces. • Nova Scotia Student Assistance
• Ontario Student Assistance Plan
• Prince Edward Island Student Financial Services
Financial Aid • Canada-Saskatchewan Integrated Student Loans
Program
There are many ways to pay for your degree at University • Aide Financière Aux Études
Canada West. There are scholarships and awards you may
qualify for that you do not have to pay back at the end of
your studies. If you are currently employed and wish to
study alongside your job, your employer may also be able
to help you.
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University Entry
Requirements
U N D E R G R A D UAT E E N T RY G R A D UAT E E N T RY
REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS
• Canadian High School (Grade 12) diploma or Applicants to the MBA program may qualify for
equivalent with an overall average grade of C or admission based on the following requirements:
better (GPA of 2.00 out of 4.33) • If your first language is not English, submit an IELTS
• If you have graduated from high school but do not score of at least 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in the writing
meet the minimum grade levels, you may still be band) or equivalent (TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, etc.)
considered for admission if you have successfully OR successful completion of UCW’s University
completed at least 30 academic post-secondary Access Program (UAP) with a Grade Point Average
credits at a recognized institution. of at least 70%. If your first language is English and
AND you can demonstrate that you graduated from a
recognized degree program in an English-speaking
• IELTS 6.5 or better with a minimum of 6.0 in the
country, the English IELTS score or equivalent
writing band or equivalent documentation of English
requirement is waived
proficiency. (For students whose first language is not
English). Students who do not meet the minimum AND
English language requirements for the Associate of • A cumulative GPA of 3.00 (on a 4.33 scale) or better
Arts program can still improve their English skills and in a bachelor's degree OR successful completion of
qualify for their degree by starting in the University UCW’s MBA Foundation (MBAF) with a Grade Point
Access Program (UAP). Average of at least 72%.
AND
SPECIAL ADMISSION • One of the following:

− A suitable score on a Graduate Management
The Admissions Committee may consider an applicant Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record
for special admission if the applicant does not Examinations (GRE) that has been written in the
otherwise qualify for admission but demonstrates a last five years.
combination of education and work experience that − A relevant Canadian professional designation or
indicates the ability to be successful in their program of equivalent international designation (e.g., CPA, CA,
study. Generally, such applicants must: CGA, CMA, CHRP or P.Eng).
• Be over 21 years of age on or before the first day of − Bachelor degree in business (e.g., Business
classes; Administration [BBA] degree or Bachelor
• Have been out of high school for at least two years; Commerce [BCom]).
and − A minimum of three (3) years documented
• Approval by the Admissions Committee professional or management experience with
evidence of career progression and relevant
education and/or training.
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How to Apply
 Check off your completed steps
U N D E R G R A D UAT E ST U D E N T S M BA ST U D E N T S
 Consult with a UCW Recruitment Advisor to  Consult with a UCW Recruitment Advisor to
choose the program that best meets your needs and choose a start date that best meets your needs and
commit to a start date for the first term at UCW.. commit to a start date for the first term at UCW.
 Ensure all requirements for the program have  Ensure all requirements for the program have
been met. been met.
 Complete the application form.  Complete the application form.
 Submit a resumé/CV.
NOTE: Where transcripts are in a language other
than English, the applicant must provide an official
English translation of the original transcripts from NOTE: Where transcripts are in a language other than
a certified translator or from the university, on English, the applicant must provide an official English
official letterhead, in addition to the original official translation of the original transcripts from a certified
transcripts. translator or from the university, on official letterhead,
in addition to the original official transcripts.
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Helpful Resources
MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 V I R T UA L A P P O I N T M E N T S
All UCW students have access to a complimentary Microsoft With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, most UCW services
Office 365 account, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, are available both in-person and online.
OneNote and more, as well as personal cloud storage.
• Students can book virtual appointments with the
These tools help our students complete their classwork Registrar’s Office on weekdays (Monday – Friday)
and collaborate on assignments and projects with their between 10 am and 12 pm (PST).
professors and classmates.
• Students can book a 30-minute virtual appointment
Students’ accounts remain active as long as they are a with a UCW Librarian via Microsoft Teams to get help
student at UCW, and our alumni have access to their Office with complex questions about research, academic
365 account for six months after graduation. integrity or APA style.
• Academic Advisors have three virtual meeting
G R A M M A R LY P R E M I U M options available for students:
The Microsoft Office 365 account credentials also gives − Advisor Flash Meetups are for quick questions and
UCW students access to Grammarly Premium, an online quick answers and can last up to 10 minutes.
writing assistant and grammar checker. Grammarly not − Virtual Advising sessions are for questions that take a
only picks up and corrects mistakes, but it also explains bit more time to answer and can run up to 20 minutes
why it was a mistake. in length.
− Virtual Advising Appointments can last up to
W R I T I N G C OAC H E S 30 minutes, giving Academic Advisors time to discuss
The free writing coach service at UCW is available to assist course planning, degree requirements, elective areas
all students with academic writing. Students can send in a and other topics.
draft of an assignment for review or writing coaches can • Students can book a virtual 10-minute appointment with
provide advice on writing processes and help find resources. UCW’s Finance Department. Appointments are available
Monday to Friday between 10 am and 1 pm (PST).
T U TO R S • Students can book a 20-minute virtual appointment with
UCW offers free 60-minute tutoring sessions to a UCW Learning Strategist to help them improve their
all students. Tutors can help students understand success strategies or overcome learning challenges.
concepts or tackle class problems. Tutors are available • UCW’s Career Development Centre has virtual 20-min-
for Quantitative Skills for Business and Mathematics, ute appointments available for one-on-one career
Economics from a Business Perspective, Managerial advising, internship consultation and resume and cover
Accounting, Financial Management, Operations letter review.
Management, Project Management, Business Analytics
and Research Methodologies and Inquiry.
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L I B R A RY
The UCW Library supports students' success in their Students and faculty have 24/7 access to all online
academic and professional careers. The library is committed library resources via the UCW Library portal, which
to providing students and faculty with high-quality resources connects users to:
and services. The library facilities include a computer lab,
• Over 380,000 e-books
individual and group study spaces, as well as printing and
• The Harvard Select Case Study Collection and
scanning tools.
the Harvard Business Core Curriculum
The UCW Library can help you with: • Over 60,000 full text scholarly journals
• Access to scholarly journals, newspapers, magazines, • Tens of thousands of magazines, periodicals and
books, e-books, images, videos and more trade publications
• Reference and research support (how to find and evaluate • Close to 25,000 business case studies
information) • Other resources including company profiles,
• APA Citation Style support (how to properly cite your industry and market research reports, economic
sources) country reports, plus SWOT analyses
• Workshops on APA Style, Plagiarism, Research Skills,
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Student Services
UCW offers a range of services for students who wish to enrich their
UCW experience or who require assistance in variety of areas related to
their educational goals and personal pursuits. Our Student Affairs and
Academic Affairs staff work together with students to assist, support and
develop their academic performance and foster an environment that
supports undergraduate and graduate students.  
AC A D E M I C A DV I S I N G The Centre for Learning Success then provides ongoing

workshops that are available to all UCW students
Academic Advisors will work with you in planning your covering key skills like effective presentations, academic
academic development by providing some assistance and reading, time management and befriending their
guidance below: challenge response.  
• Program and course selections consistent with your
Students are also able to book one-on-one appointments
academic and career goals;
with a Learning Strategist where they can build their skills
• Advice consistent with rules, regulations and policies;
toolkits and work on learning what matters the most to them. 
• Course registration, changes, drop requests and with-
drawals;
• Resources to aid your learning and development within
S O C I A L AC T I V I T I E S A N D T H E
UCW; and
• Assistance to help you graduate in a timely manner. P E E R 2 P E E R P R O G R A M   
UCW’s student body is rapidly growing and diversifying.
N E W ST U D E N T O R I E N TAT I O N Engaging students in informal and social events plays
an important role in academic life. Not only does it help
Our Student Affairs department coordinates New Student shape a student’s experience, but it also fosters a sense
Orientation (NSO) the week before each new term starts. of community and a culture of understanding and respect.
NSO is a mandatory online orientation week that offers Our Student Affairs department provides opportunities for
guidance to help new students transition as smoothly as students to participate in activities and events outside the
possible to Canada and University Canada West. New students classroom, coordinated and organized by Student Affairs
will have the opportunity to virtually meet professors, program staff and students from the Peer2Peer Program.
chairs, the President and current students.   The Student Life Team holds different events both virtual
and on-campus that provides an opportunity for students
to engage with the UCW community.
CENTRE FOR LEARNING
Bi-weekly First Year Friday events are organized by Peer
S U C C E S S  Leaders specifically for new students and include virtual
The Centre for Learning Success provides access to games, or a chance to have a coffee and chat with other
evidence-based integrated learning programs designed to new students.
support student achievement.
Interested students can visit the Student Affairs section
A major component of the Centre for Learning Success is in the MyUCW Student Portal for more information about
the mandatory Learning for Success workshops.  UCW’s Peer2Peer Program.
These weekly workshops start in the first week of classes.
Every week in the first four weeks of their first term, new
students are required to complete a different Learning
for Success workshop where they learn about things like
academic integrity, improving their academic writing,
preparing to study for and take exams, and key skills to
collaborate successfully. 
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ST U D E N T G R O U P S C E N T R E F O R T E AC H I N G E XC E L L E N C E 
At UCW, our students take pride in their UCW’s Centre for Teaching Excellence (CTE) aims to recognize and inspire
leadership and clubs’ development. excellence and innovation in curriculum and all aspects of the learning
Students can apply to have their student experience of UCW students.
clubs, groups or organizations officially The Centre collaborates with UCW’s students, faculty and staff and partners
recognized as part of UCW Student Life to cultivate an engaging and supportive faculty environment through
by contacting Student Affairs. informed dialogue. CTE staff support faculty to forge new connections
UCW-recognized student groups are and to deepen and expand their knowledge, skills and expertise through
voluntary organizations that have creative, innovative and research-driven teaching and technological
“registered” or gained recognition approaches. In pursuit of teaching excellence, the Centre aims to promote
from the Student Affairs Office. Group UCW’s unique teaching culture and to serve as a resource for faculty as they
leaders can apply for recognition evolve and build best practices and learner-centred teaching methods.
through Student Affairs. Student groups
can include cultural groups, hobbies,
advocacy, social justice and much more. I N T E R N AT I O N A L ST U D E N T A DV I S I N G
We support students in formal and University Canada West is committed to supporting its students throughout
informal leadership positions through their academic journey, and International Student Advisors (ISAs) assist
clubs, groups and organizations that are international students before they arrive in Canada and throughout their
formed by the UCW community. time at UCW.
Taking part in Student Life opportunities ISAs can help students in several areas:
as well as participating or leading a
• Student arrival and transitioning into life in Canada
student group and advocating for
• Intercultural transition support and referrals
students are great ways to develop a
• Canadian immigration documents and regulations (e.g., study permit, visa,
variety of power skills and competencies.
work eligibility)
It is also one of the best ways to get
• Medical insurance and the Canadian health care system
involved with the UCW community, as
• Travel restrictions and requirements for entering Canada
well as contributing to the community our
students want to build. ISAs have drop-in sessions Monday to Friday 8:30 – 9 am. Students can book
virtual appointments Monday to Friday 9 – 10 am and 1 – 2 pm. They also host
different info sessions for students.
ISAs offer services in various languages, including English, Farsi,

Hindi, Punjanbi, Portuguese, Mandarin and Cantonese.
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Career Development
Centre
University Canada West’s
Career Development Centre was
created to facilitate an engaging
partnership with students as they
transition from higher education
into the workforce environment
and beyond. Through these
partnerships, the Career
Development Centre bridges the
gap between employers’ needs
and employment opportunities for
our students.
The Career Development Centre includes resources

and workshops in group and one-on-one settings, but
are not limited to assistance with:
• Resumés and cover letters
• Interviewing skills
• Job search techniques
• Networking and volunteer opportunities
• Career advising
• Career exploration
• Personal branding on social media/LinkedIn
• Job fair preparation
• Career panels
• Accessing the hidden job market
• Internship resources
• Career treks
• Career fairs
Our Career Development Specialists will help you prepare

to enter the working world with your best foot forward.
Our student-centric services include help with resumés and cover letters, interviewing techniques, networking and
various other workshops, career management workshops and career info sessions, on-campus employer info sessions,
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On-Campus vs. Online Study
FAC E-TO - FAC E ONLINE
On-campus Online
Location
• Classes scheduled each week. • No scheduled classes.
• When possible, multiple sections with different • Asynchronous, self-paced learning so you can
schedules are available. study around your work, family and busy life.
Schedule • During registration, students choose a section • All course materials are made available at the start
that is convenient for them. of term, except exams and quizzes, so students
• Syllabus identifies materials, activities and can manage their time and plan accordingly.
assignments for planning purposes.
• Weeks 1-10: Students attend a minimum of two • Weeks 1-10: Students access course content online
(2) hours of scheduled synchronous (in-person/ and complete tasks.
on-campus) sessions per week or virtually (via • Weeks 11-12: Students complete review activities
Microsoft Teams during COVID). and final assessments (examinations).
Attendance
• Weeks 11-12: Students attend review and final • Instructors consider student participation in
assessment (presentations/exam) sessions. forum discussions and completion of online
• Instructors record attendance in the MyUCW activities when taking attendance in the MyUCW
Student Portal. Student Portal.
• Students participate in the applied interactive • Students participate in Online Applied Interactive
activities with instructors and classmates during Activities (minimum four (4) hours per week) with
scheduled class time (minimum two (2) hours instructors and classmates through discussion
Participation per week) plus prepare for class sessions in forums and by completing other individual or
online forum discussions, activities, homework group activities.
before or after class time (minimum two (2)
hours per week).
• Syllabus • Syllabus
• Course materials provided plus additional items • Course materials provided plus additional items
Course added by the instructor, readings, videos, etc. in added by the instructor, textbooks, PPT slides,
Content the MyUCW Student Portal. readings, videos, etc. in the MyUCW Student
Portal. All course materials made available at start
of term except exams and quizzes.
• Applied Interactive Activities: mini lectures, case • Applied Online Interactive Activities: recorded mini
Instructional studies, Riipen employer projects, simulations, lectures, case studies, simulations, discussion forums,
Activities debates, discussions, homework, assignments, homework, assignments, tasks, projects, etc.
tasks, projects, etc.
• Students can ask questions during the scheduled • Students can ask questions through discussion
synchronous sessions, through emails to forums in the MyUCW Student Portal and
instructors, or during scheduled in-person office emails to instructors, or during scheduled
Interaction
hours. virtual office hours.
• Two (2) hours of scheduled office hours per week • Two (2) hours of scheduled virtual office hours
per course section. per week per course section.
• Diversified assessments: group projects/ • Diversified assessments: group projects/
presentations, assignments, quizzes and presentations, assignments, quizzes and
examinations, etc. examinations, etc.
• Quizzes and examinations are proctored • Quizzes and examinations are proctored by
Assessment
on campus or facilitated by Examity (online Examity (online invigilation platform).
invigilation platform). • Assignments are submitted through Turnitin for
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FROM PHILIPPINES,
MBA STUDENT
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program at UCW exceeded my
expectations. This program has
changed me a lot and helped me
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BA STUDENT
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how to create a company. On
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MEET PHILBERT
FROM JAMAICA ,
ASS O CIATE OF ART S STUDENT
"Studying at UCW is definitely

one of the best decisions I
have ever made. I was very
comfortable at home, but I know
nothing grows in a comfort zone,
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• Best Tall Residential or Hotel

• In 2019, CNN named Vancouver

• Awarded Future Project of the

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Vancouver House Campus

The Beach District community is poised to become a

celebrations, block parties and pop-up events.

In 2014, UCW opened its West Pender Campus in

626 W PENDER ST,

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Since moving into The London Building, UCW

The campus is steps away from public transit,

Stanley Vancouver Aquarium

George Wainborn Park

David Lam Park

arbour UCW West Pender Campus

Vancouver Public Library

future of our planet. We are committed to creating a green

UCW is a proud member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability

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Energy Water UCW also REFUSED to use materials that

sustainable building certification from the Canada Green Building Council.

Start your search for suitable accommodation by visiting

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University Canada West has partnered with 4stay.com

Credit: Destination BC/Kezia Nathe

“IT’S A LIQUID CITY, A TOMORROW CITY, EQUAL PARTS

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Credit: Destination BC/Hubert Kang

World's longest uninterrupted

One of the largest urban parks in

natural, cultural and historical landmarks.

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Whether you’re a thrill-seeking explorer who enjoys the adrenaline

Credit: Destination Vancouver/Rishad Daroowala

to replicate that North Shore style.

The Beach District community is poised to become a

celebrations, block parties and pop-up events. 

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