Diploma in Creative Advertising

at Seneca College- Seneca at York Campus Canada

This two-year diploma program will provide you with a solid foundation of marketing. You will have a detailed understanding of integrated marketing communications, selling, strategies and analysis, web design, research and channel management.
You will be equipped with tools and techniques to create multi-objective marketing strategies, including promotional campaigns, pricing, packaging and distribution of products, services and ideas. You will also benefit from problem-based learning, real-world projects and case studies.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Leadership
• Brainstorming ideas
• Management techniques
• Critical thinking
• Planning
• Project management

This two-year diploma program will equip you with necessary skills to work in the justice sector, as a professional public service administrator, or clerk for courts or quasi-judicial administrative tribunals. You will study Canadian law, procedure and ethics, and gain hands-on experience in the areas of project management, legal research, public administration and technology. Fluency in English is critical to your success as there is a strong focus on effective written and verbal communication throughout the program. 

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Written and verbal communication
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Organization and time management
• Legal research and critical thinking
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Project management
• Technological proficiency

Field Placement
Meet all the academic requirements and you will have the opportunity to participate in a four–week unpaid field placement at the end of your fourth semester. This opportunity will provide you with practical work experience and exposure to the justice administration sector. With the support and assistance of faculty and staff, you will play an active role in securing your placement.

To be placed in a court or other government setting, you will have to provide a police clearance certificate. You must have permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship to be eligible for a field placement with a government court, tribunal, department, or agency.

This twelve-month diploma program gives you the opportunity to develop the specialized skills you need to work in a variety of healthcare settings. Through practical, hands-on training you will acquire a knowledge of computer skills and software, medical terminology, clinical and office procedures, specialized software and medical ethics.

In three consecutive semesters, you will acquire the skills and knowledge usually offered in a four-semester program. This will allow you to complete the program and access the job market at non-traditional times.

Fluency in English is critical to your success in the program and medical environment. There is a strong focus on communicating effectively from the beginning of the program to graduation.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Written communication
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Transcription
• Organization and time management
• Problem-solving
• Scheduling and task coordination in a healthcare setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and specialized medical

In this hands-on three-year advanced diploma program, you will focus on pharmaceutical analysis, product formulation and manufacturing, chemical instrumentation, biochemistry, microbiology and toxicology. You will receive the experience needed to perform experiments, manufacture tablets, ointments and creams with the precision required to meet pharmaceutical standards.

Your academic progress will be monitored during the first two semesters. Since the number of seats in the third semester is limited if you who fail to maintain a semester GPA of at least 2.5 during their first year and subsequent semesters will be transferred to an alternate program within the School of Biological Sciences and Applied Chemistry.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Perform drug assays
• Manufacture tablets, ointments and creams
• Product formulation
• Statistical calculations and analysis
• Prepare organic and inorganic compounds using standard procedures
• Perform instrumental chemical analysis
• Maintain and test laboratory equipment to meet manufacture’s requirements

This two-year diploma program will grow your knowledge and interest in photography and image creation. You will experience hands-on learning focused on the technical skills, business

Skills
You will acquire artistic, technical, business and entrepreneurial skills. You can expect to gain technical expertise in photo manipulation, restoration and compositing.

Endorsed by the Public Affairs Association of Canada and the Government Relations Institute of Canada, this eight-month graduate certificate program features specialized practical government relations training that will prepare you for careers in government relations.

You will learn to work with organizations and clients to co-ordinate and support their efforts to monitor, analyze and shape government action on existing and proposed legislation and regulation.
Government relations professionals establish long term relationships with government policy makers, utilizing strategic planning, issue analysis, lobbying, and stakeholder engagement skills to shape public policy and regulatory issues.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Issue analysis
• GR campaign planning and design
• Strategic communications
• Stakeholder management
• Ethical and regulatory requirements
• Enhanced presentation techniques
• Basic research skills

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term in a formal work environment. The work term is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position. To qualify, students must achieve an overall GPA of 3.5 in their first semester, a minimum grade of "A" (80 per cent) in GRM700 and GRM701 and be recommended by the program

This two-year diploma immerses you in the fast-paced field of live events. From meetings to conferences, fundraisers, trade shows and entertainment and sporting events, you’ll be taught how to plan and execute a wide range of live events. This includes producing content such as interactive presentations, videos, audio and multi-screen mixed media. You will also learn how to scout venues and create floor plans plus set up, operate and tear down the gear behind successful events.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:Event planning and production

• Audio and video production
• Interactive and wide-screen presentation creation
• Script writing
• Video projection
• Show calling
• Event planning and production

Field Placement
This program includes a valuable field placement that allows you to put your studies into practice in a professional setting. You'll be required to complete 150 hours of field placement before graduating from this program.

This eight-month graduate certificate program focuses on providing you with the skills and knowledge to develop and execute successful brand strategies in today's consumer-focused digital environment. You will understand all aspects of a brand and then develop a plan to build successful brand equity.

Your learning will be further advanced through a range of instructional styles, case studies and relationship-building with industry professionals through industry/association field work or optional work term.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Develop brand strategies
• Product launch planning
• Business analysis
• Research
• Branding 

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment.  The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility.  Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This three-year advanced diploma program will prepare you with the knowledge and skills necessary to create effective design solutions for interactive, print and experiential design projects. Fundamental principles and skills training, followed by immersive cross disciplinary learning, culminate with a graduate showcase portfolio and the opportunity to participate in a field placement. This program will prepare you to work as a designer in the communications industry.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Design
• Typography
• Business writing
• Marketing

Field Placement
You will have the option to pursue a field placement or an In-studio practicum during your sixth semester of the program.

This eight-month graduate certificate program will immerse you in public relations and corporate communications theory and practice. You will learn to write news releases, work with the media, research and develop strategic communications programs, hone digital communications skills and work in teams. You will be mentored by highly experienced teachers and learn how to effectively pursue a career in the public relations and communications industry.

In this program, you will collaborate with exchange students from Europe. You will have access to one of the best public relations and corporate communications libraries available and develop transferable skills valuable in a rapidly changing economy. 

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Writing press releases
• Performing communications audits 
• Pitching to the media 
• Media relations 
• Building websites and blogs 
• Public speaking 
• Event planning 

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.