Online and Remote Learning

If you've completed 0588 Italian: Level I or have equivalent grammar and conversation skills, this course will build on that foundation. Through role-playing, simulations and other exercises you'll continue to build your essential vocabulary and your knowledge of structures, idioms and cultural etiquette. You'll be better able to take part in social events and discussions, asking and answering simple questions about immediate needs and familiar topics. You'll also develop language skills to enrich your travel or culinary studies. Understand and use appropriate grammar, syntax and vocabulary in simple everyday conversation.

If you've completed 1016 Italian: Level II or have equivalent skills, this course will strengthen your foundation in grammar and conversation. You'll build your essential vocabulary and your knowledge of structures, idioms and cultural etiquette. Through role-playing and other exercises, learn how to handle short social exchanges, discuss your work and shop. You'll develop language skills to enrich travel in Italy, culinary studies, opera and other cultural appreciation. Use appropriate grammar, syntax and vocabulary in everyday situations. Adhere to the social and cultural etiquette of the language.

When you've completed Levels I and II, Level III will expand your vocabulary and grasp of nuance so you can express what's on your mind more accurately. By this course's end, you'll be able to handle short social exchanges, discuss your work and shop. While the course emphasis is on oral Cantonese, you'll gain a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture and expand your skill in writing Chinese characters. Express original thoughts using an expanded vocabulary. Understand social and cultural etiquette better in simple spoken and written communications. Expand basic writing skills.

Improve your professional speaking skills – and your chances of success in the workplace – with this 10-week course. You’ll develop and practise business presentation skills so you can contribute more at meetings, conferences, networking sessions and other corporate events. You’ll build greater confidence through individual work, group interaction and feedback from your peers and instructor. You’ll learn to express yourself more clearly and concisely whether speaking in impromptu situations or making well-planned presentations. Expect about three hours of homework a week. Speak with increased confidence in all professional settings. Participate more in business meetings and other events. Draw notice with more effective presentations. Build confidence, networking abilities and business relationships. Express yourself more clearly and concisely.

This 10-week course is designed to help you express yourself clearly and accurately. With a focus on essential communication skills and grammatical accuracy, you’ll build a strong foundation for effective spoken English. Through engaging group discussions and interactive small group activities, you will refine your ability to articulate ideas more clearly. Constructive feedback from your peers and your instructor will help you enhance your speaking skills and communication strategies. This course gives you the tools and strategies to communicate effectively and ensure your message is understood.    Communicate effectively in everyday and professional situations Reduce grammatical errors that lead to misunderstandings Strengthen grammar skills as a foundation for effective spoken English Use strategies to deliver your message more clearly and accurately. Identify your strengths and areas for improvement in spoken English.  

Need to know how the strategic aspect of management information systems can maximize organizational capabilities and enable you to achieve your business goals? In this course, you’ll learn how management information systems are selected, designed, managed and monitored to facilitate the information required to run successful organizations. You will learn how you can use enterprise resource planning systems to eliminate the barrier of ineffective collaboration among functions and highlight the impact on organizational design and management. You’ll come away knowing more about the infrastructures and business processes of information technology and how to make effective decisions for your organization. Be familiar with the technical elements of information technology infrastructure including networks, databases, hardware and software and how companies put these elements to use Understand how companies strategically use information systems to gain advantage over competitors  Comprehend how MIS supports business activities that can reinforce an organization’s decision-making process Enhance IT competence through extensive knowledge of IT terminology and situations especially integrated information system Understand the impact of social networking and its innovations on the various functions of an organization Be knowledgeable of governance, managerial processes, risks, planning, systems development and how organizations address these topics  Demonstrate the implementation and management of an information system Identify issues related to ethics, information privacy and accessibility, including data and system security including privacy legislations

Express yourself more accurately and eloquently by improving your English grammar in this 10-week course. You’ll get the strong foundation you need to write and speak more clearly, precisely and persuasively. You’ll explore the relationship between words in sentences, analyze structure and meaning, clarify common problem points and improve punctuation. You’ll get opportunities to practise with your peers and get helpful feedback. You’ll also learn what resources are best for ongoing grammar help. Expect three hours of homework a week. Speak and write English more precisely. Use correct grammar and syntax. Learn how simple, complex, and compound sentences are formed. Analyze common problems – and how to solve them. Find out how to keep refining your skills once the class is over.

Improve your written English for personal, professional and academic purposes with this 10-week course. You’ll refine your sentence structure, punctuation and verb tenses, and eliminate the most common errors that confuse readers. You’ll enhance your writing style with challenging weekly assignments. You’ll get detailed feedback from your instructor so you know what needs improvement and how English sentences work. You’ll also develop valued editing skills that help you revise your work. Expect at least five hours of homework each week. Make your sentences easier to read and understand. Use punctuation correctly and eliminate tense errors. Improve your sentence structure and sharpen your analytical skills. Apply new skills to enhance your writing style. Edit your own writing with confidence.

If you want to master writing copy that engages and sells, this course is for you. Taught by an experienced copywriter, this course combines instruction with real-world examples and practical exercises to show you how to write marketing materials that work. You'll learn elements of persuasion and tricks of the trade, so you can write winning websites, emails, ads, landing pages, direct mail and more. Learn to brainstorm, outline, summarize, and edit using generative AI tools, while applying critical thinking skills to fact-check, customize, and improve the AI writing outputs. This course takes the mystery out of crafting winning headlines, structuring and writing body copy, and composing motivating calls-to-action. You'll also receive constructive feedback on your assignments. Master the basics of writing marketing copy that motivates and persuades. Be able to plan a copywriting project and generate an abundance of good ideas and concepts. Know several practical techniques for writing winning headlines, body copy, and other text elements. Be able to skillfully write the most common types of copywriting projects: ads, emails, landing pages, direct mail, website pages, and more. While using AI tools (like ChatGPT, Jasper, and others) in your writing, develop your own unique voice.

Whatever job you have or aspire to, good presentation skills are a key to success. Mastering the art of presenting and communicating in a convincing, credible and persuasive manner is an asset that will be of benefit to you. This course prepares you to write and deliver effective speeches and presentations. You'll get important pointers on etiquette and body language and learn how to conquer any fears about addressing a large audience. You'll learn to structure, write and communicate a well-defined message that is impactful and dynamic, in addition to learning how to master the question and answer period. To present yourself and your ideas with polish, clarity and professionalism To deliver ideas in a variety of circumstances and settings The critical success factors of a presentation How to plan and structure your message Impromptu speaking To use voice, gesture and body language effectively How to use electronic media such as PowerPoint to enhance your presentation