Presenting Saint Mary’s University’s Division of Continuing Education
From Left: Kilah, Lauriel, Stefani, Trevor, Cindy, Betty, and Jay!
(Shauna is hiding from the camera.)
ABOUT SMU’s DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Division of Continuing Education facilitates the administration of University programs for part-time and mature learners. This includes admission advising for mature and Open Studies (non-degree) students, credit courses at extension centres, and executive and professional development programs. As well, in cooperation with the Faculty of Science and the Department of Mathematics and Computing Science, the Division coordinates the Certificate in Mathematical Sciences for Education.
The main office of the Division of Continuing Education is located on campus at 883 Robie Street, the white house directly south of the McNally Building. Executive and Professional Development programs are offered at the World Trade Centre, 8th Floor, 1800 Argyle Street and on the 4th floor of the Sobey Building on campus.
Mature Students
The staff of the Division of Continuing Education are available to assist mature students with both on and off campus programs and with application procedures for mature and open studies students. To receive an information package, or to book an appointment, call the Division of Continuing Education, 902-420-5492. For details of the Mature and Open Studies admissions procedures, consult Section 2 of this Academic Calendar.
Open Studies
Students who are interested in taking one or more courses at the University without being registered in an academic program may take up to 30 credit hours under Open Studies. Students who are subsequently admitted to an academic program may count the university credits they have earned under the program. Contact us for further information.
Part-time Degree Programs
It may be possible to complete the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Commerce entirely through part-time, evening and web study. As well, it is possible to begin the Bachelor of Science program by part-time study. Each year the Division of Continuing Education publishes a schedule of web course as well as late afternoon and evening courses to assist part-time students in planning their programs. Part-time students are encouraged to seek academic counselling from the dean of their faculty, the chairperson of the department in which they are majoring, or their designated faculty advisor.
Extension Centre Courses
Each year Saint Mary’s University offers degree credit courses in a number of off-campus extension centres. Courses are offered in a variety of settings: schools, libraries, office buildings, and cultural centres in Dartmouth and downtown Halifax. A number of credit courses are now available over the internet using the World Wide Web. These courses allow part-time and mature learners to begin or continue their university studies without having to leave their community or place of work. For information on courses being offered during the academic year contact the Division of Continuing Education or check out our website.
Executive and Professional Development
Executive and Professional Development Programs are designed to promote and improve skills that benefit both individual career development and organizational and business success. We offer seminars that promote innovative management practices and contribute to successful operations. Seminars and Programs are offered in the following areas:
- Business Communications
- Supervisory
- Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution
- Human Resources
- Project Management
- Management
- Leadership
- Financial Management
For further information, please contact Saint Mary’s University at the World Trade Centre, 902-420-5638 or visit our website: epd.smu.ca.
Management Development for Women
As an alternative to a business degree, this ten-month program, offered jointly by Mount Saint Vincent University and Saint Mary’s University, gives participants a thorough grounding in management skills. Designed specifically for women in management, the program offers intensive classroom learning, in-depth assignments, self assessment, practice and feedback. For information please contact 902-457-6299 or check out our website: www.msvu.ca/mdw
University Preparatory Courses
The Division of Continuing Education offers university preparation courses in writing skills and mathematics, calculus. Preparation and review courses are also offered for the General Management Admissions Test (GMAT) required for admission into the MBA program. For a descriptive course brochure please contact the Division of Continuing Education at 902-420-5492 or check out our website.
Elder Learners
Each fall and winter, the Division of Continuing Education offers a monthly lecture series for Elder Learners, an organization that promotes active learning for seniors. As well, general interest courses and study tours may be
offered. For more information call 420-5020 or check out our web site.
Information
Descriptive pamphlets and evening program schedules are available from The Division of Continuing Education
Saint Mary’s University Executive and Professional Development program information is available at the World Trade Centre:
1800 Argyle Street, 8th Floor
Halifax Nova Scotia B3J 3N8
Telephone: 902-420-5638
Fax: 902-420-5284
Web: epd.smu.ca
Halifax Nova Scotia B3H 3C3
Telephone: 902-420-5492
Fax: 902-420-5103
Web: conted.smu.ca
Services:
Professional Certifications
Executive & Professional Development
Adult Learner Services
Online Courses
Extension Centres (Off Campus)
Evening Courses
Certificates & Diplomas
University/Grad Prep
Elder Learners
