Non‑Credit Diploma in Professional & Leadership Studies
Develop as a leader. Earn professional certifications. Gain valuable work experience in Canada.
Â鶹´«Ã½ the Program
The Ìýis a 16-month, non-credit program designed to give you high-demand leadership skills and hands-on experience.Ìý
You'll complete foundational courses in leadership and human resource management. Then, you will start one of the specialization courses of your choice in Project Management, Human Resource Management, Business Analysis, or Adult Education & Training.  Ìý
Important Program Dates - 2024/25 |
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| Event | January 2025 | April 2025 | September 2025 |
| Open for application | April 1st, 2024 | July 1st, 2024 | November 1, 2024 |
| Application Deadline | July 19, 2024 | October 18, 2024 | March 14, 2024 |
| Admissions issues LOO and invoices | August 2, 2024 | November 1, 2024 | March 28, 2025 |
| Deadline for the first tuition deposit payment ($6850) - 25% | August 16, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | April 11, 2025 |
| Admissions issues LOA and supporting documents | August 30, 2024 | November 30, 2024 | April 25, 2025 |
| Deadline for the second tuition deposit payment ($6850)Ìý- 25% | December 6, 2024 | March 7, 2025 | August 8, 2025 |
| Visa confirmation deadline | December 20, 2024 | March 21, 2025 | August 22, 2025 |
| Orientation: 8:30AM to 3:30PM | January 3, 2025 | April 4, 2025 | September 5, 2025 |
| Start date | January 6, 2025 | April 7, 2025 | September 8, 2025 |
In partnership with theÌýImmigrant Services Association of Nova ScotiaÌý(), our Diploma offers a supportive experience that includes:
- Canadian workplace training
- One-on-one career counselling
- Job search support led by the ISANS team
- A four-month work term in your field of study
Details at a Glance
- Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Duration: 16 months
- Program start dates: September, January, and April
- Format: More than 50% of coursework will be completed in-person (select courses online, blended)
- Program cost: $27,400
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After the Program
Please refer to theÌýÌýfor the latest and most accurate information about eligibility requirements and the length of PGWPs. Visit our FAQs page for more details.Ìý
Career Options
Throughout the program,Ìýthe ISANS team will get to know you and your goals so they can offer you personalized advice. Leading up to graduation,Ìýthe ISANS team will support you with your Canadian job search and give you personalized feedback on your CV and cover letters.
Graduates of this Diploma can pursue positions such as:Ìý
- Operations ManagerÌý
- Human Resource Manager/CoordinatorÌý
- Business AnalystÌý
- Project Manager/CoordinatorÌý
- Business AdministratorÌý
- ConsultantÌý
Why choose Â鶹´«Ã½â€™s Non-Credit Diploma in Professional and Leadership Studies?