Introducing new blockchain short course
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The Project Management for Blockchain Certificate Program is an online series of courses that prepares students to understand blockchain, project management and how to apply the principles of project management to blockchain and cryptocurrency projects.
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Knowledgeable faculty with first-hand industry experience
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Vancouver’s tech sector continues to see growth and increased demand for tech talent.
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The Government of British Columbia recently created the new Launch Online Grant program, which aims to help small and medium-sized businesses adapt to consumer behaviour changes and market their products online.
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Still trying to figure out why everyone is talking about GameStop and the stock market? University Canada West professor Dr. Pooja Lekhi breaks down what happened and why.
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British Columbia’s job market remains steady as the economic effects of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic continue across Canada.
University Canada West regularly updates this space with information on new and upcoming events. Our events range from workshops to movie nights so stay tuned for more information.
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UCW has launched a new short course. Click through to learn more about the Blockchain Project Management Certificate Program.
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University Canada West’s MBA and MBA Foundation programs are ranked #4 in ApplyBoard’s top 10 Canadian university programs.
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Theo Wang used the skills and knowledge he learned at University Canada West to land a job as an auditor for the Real Estate Council of British Columbia (RECBC).
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Dr. Chand is keenly interested in research and has presented her research work at various platforms including Cardiff Organisational Researcher’s Group Conferences held in various cities.
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With over 30 years of experience in the financial sector, both as a consultant and as an executive in financial institutions
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