51 Courses and Certifications

The University of British Columbia Vancouver Courses & Certifications 2024

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Game Theory

Game Theory certification is a short 17 hours course that is offered in conjunction with Stanford University, The University of British Columbia, and the certificate is provided by Coursera. This course has been made by keeping in mind movies like "A Beautiful Mind,” which helps learners identify that game theory is nothing but a mathematics model of strategic interaction between agents like rational and irrational. The course enlightens us that common games like chess, poker, or soccer are more than just games as these involve conflict modelling among political campaigns, competition among firms trading behaviour in New York Stock Exchange, and more.

The game Theory certification syllabus will include fundamentals of topics like representation of games and strategies, Bayesian games, the game trees, repeated and stochastic games, and many more. The course will also impart learning about some classic games and their applications to the participants.

This is a beginner-level course of game theory and can be completed in a time frame of 17 hours. Also, 18% of the students who have completed the course, and earned a certificate have been benefited tangibly in their careers. 

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8 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Game designing skills
Certificate

Useful Genetics Part 1: How Our Genes Shape Us

The ‘Useful Genetics Part 1: How Our Genes Shape Us’ online training is organized for the students to enable them to gain insights on the various aspects of genetics and to study the effects of DNA transformation and inheriting genes in our personal and societal dimensions. This certification course is provided by the Edx online education portal and the course curriculum is designed and offered by the University of British Columbia. The students can complete the course modules in an estimated time of seven weeks with spending six to eight hours per week in the self-paced online learning program.

The instructor for this medicine course is the zoology professor, Rosemary Redfield who will guide the students into acquiring theoretical and practical perspectives of the genetic concepts. The ‘Useful Genetics Part 1: How Our Genes Shape Us’ certification course ensures the participants of the program receive a course certificate at the end of the program after finishing the study, graded assessments, and the final exam.

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7 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of genetics Knowledge of Microbiology
Certificate

How to Code: Simple Data

7 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Certificate

Business Communications

The Business Communications certification by the University of British Columbia is a 6-week online course. Offered via edX, this online certification course is a part of the Business Fundamentals Professional Certificate program. The Business Communications online course is aimed at sharpening learners’ writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills to succeed in the business world. This online course from the University of British Columbia via edX requires 3-5 hours per week. Candidates from any background can enrol in the Business Communications certification course.

The Business Communications certification syllabus consists of six modules covering essential business and management topics. In this online certification course, students will be exposed to successful practices and guidelines derived from both research and experience. The Business Communications training programme is available in both Verified Track and Audit Track. It also includes tailored learning activities and final assessments with peer learning and a verified certificate. In the Business Communications online course, students can check their progress, participate in discussions, and interact with their peers. Candidates can enroll in the free audit track with limited access or upgrade to the paid verified track directly.

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6 Weeks
Free
Skills Covered:
Communication skills Interpersonal skills Storytelling
Certificate

Professional Certificate in Effective Business Communications

Professional Certificate in Effective Business Communications online course is a 6 weeks training course by Amity Future Academy in collaboration with the University of British Columbia via course provider edX. The course helps applicants improve their presentation, writing, and interpersonal communication abilities, which will help them thrive in the corporate sector. 

The Professional Certificate in Effective Business Communications training provides a variety of successful business communications techniques and principles developed from experience and observation. The training assists in the development of methods for maintaining interpersonal skills while enhancing conciseness, clarity, and impact.

The Professional Certificate in Effective Business Communications syllabus encourages applicants to think logically about all aspects of communication and teaches them how to interact with a variety of audiences. The curriculum covers developing substantial evidence for effective corporate communication. The program includes Content writing, grammatical skills, nature and concepts of communication, listening, non-verbal communication, presentation skills necessary for effective business communication.

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6 Weeks
Intermediate
50,000
Skills Covered:
Communication skills Listening skills Writing skills Empathy Assertiveness
Certificate

AP Psychology Course 4 How Behavior Works

Human behaviour is a fascinating subject with multiple layers to it. The online AP® Psychology - Course 4: How behaviour Works by Edx explores the various theories and concepts to unravel them. These include core learnings related to human behaviour such as hunger, motivation and sexual behaviour. It also focuses on emotion from psychology’s point of view.

The curriculum further dives into the history of intelligence and cognitive development in humans and studies creativity and cause for mental illnesses. Covering essential topics, the Edx AP® Psychology - Course 4: How behaviour Works helps students gain in-depth knowledge of personality and social psychology.

The University of British Columbia and Edx’s AP® Psychology - Course 4: How behaviour Works uses video lectures and interviews to provide a holistic understanding of the topics. As the name suggests, this is the fourth part amongst a series of six programmes. Besides, these are free to undertake, and students can purchase an official certificate to attach with their CVs or share on Linkedin.

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6 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Psychology
Certificate

How to Write a Novel Writing the Draft

The How to Write a Novel: Writing the Draft certification course is specially formulated for all aspiring as well as professional writers who are pursuing a career in novel writing and are participating in NaNoWriMo. The Certification Course on How to Write a Novel: Writing the Draft programme will be supervised by accomplished authors and writers who will help students to write professional fictional novels. Regular writing sessions will be organised so that candidates develop new skills. Discussion forums and feedback sessions will also be held every week to widen the participant's knowledge of fiction and help them create art of the scene and develop unique characters. 

The Certification Course on How to Write a Novel: Writing the Draft training by edX will teach the aspirants to write intruding plots and layered dialogues. The topics of - dimensional characters, ways to write complicated dialogue, and dramatic dialogue will also be covered during the certification programme. The various strategies to rework on draft before completing and publishing will also be taught in the programme. There are 2 pathways to enroll in the course, one is the verified track, and the other is the audit mode. During the audit mode, the candidates shall have limited time access to the course but during the verified track the access becomes unlimited.

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6 Weeks
Intermediate
24,537
Skills Covered:
Writing skills
Certificate

How to Write a Novel: Structure & Outline

Realizing the importance of story writing, edX brings the How to Write a Novel: Structure & Outline course for individuals who want to learn the basic outline and structure of novel writing. Candidates will get to learn various skills and techniques of novel writing right from the fundamentals like developing a basic plot idea, building an outline, developing characters, choosing the right words, story structuring, adding fictional elements, maintaining pace, and so on.  How to Write a Novel: Structure & Outline training is brought to you by edX in association with the University of British Columbia. 

It is best known for its methods of teaching and research. Also, it is consistently ranked among the top 40 universities in the world. It is instructor-led training such that candidates will have great interaction and deep learning with the instructors. The instructors are professional writers who are vastly experienced and skilled in creative writing.  How to Write a Novel: Structure & Outline certificate course curriculum is a part of the UBC MFA program where students will learn the habits and ways of professional authors which will help them to write a successful draft.

EdX provides a great path for candidates who want to achieve their dream of becoming a professional writer and writing a novel. There are mainly 2 modes which can be opted by the candidates while they wish to enroll for this certificate course. There is a time constraint if students choose to pursue the course in the audit track. If they on the other hand select the verified mode, they will get unlimited access.

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6 Weeks
Intermediate
24,537
Certificate

Ecodesign for Cities and Suburbs

The University of British Columbia is offering the Ecodesign for Cities and Suburbs programme by edX that focuses on ecodesign. Ecodesign is a way of incorporating natural systems in urban design and planning to produce an environment built on sustainability and nature. From vexing challenges to customizable solutions, candidates develop application and solution thinking through real-time examples.

This introductory-level course conducts sessions for six weeks. The edX Ecodesign for Cities and Suburbs online course covers trends changing from disorganised layouts to environmentally conscious plans. Learned at one’s own pace, it believes in transforming urban developments into compact, desirable, and walkable communities. 

Faculties of the University of British Columbia, Prof Jonathan Barnett- Critic, and Prof Larry Beasley are the course instructors. Students can opt for a verified certificate for edX’s Ecodesign for Cities and Suburbs programme by paying a certain fee. Else, students can take the course for free through edX’s free enrollment.

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6 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of engineering
Certificate

Introduction to Corporate Finance

6 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Certificate

Silicon Photonics Design, Fabrication and Data Analysis

Spread across six weeks, the Silicon Photonics Design, Fabrication, and Data Analysis by edX briefly deals with designing circuits and integrated optical devices using a proactive method with the knowledge of commercial tools. The state-of-the-art technology worth $5M is used to fabricate designs. The focus of this intermediate-level program is a design project that is guided by lectures, activities, and tutorials. 

The Silicon Photonics Design, Fabrication, and Data Analysis program can be utilized by learners to obtain practical, hands-on experience with integrated topics. For instance, students need to obtain experimental data to get the design fabricated. An automated optical probe station will then measure the designs. The data obtained through this process is analyzed.  

Developed by the University of British Columbia's top instructors, the Silicon Photonics Design, Fabrication, and Data Analysis certification course offerings include training with commercial software tool licenses provided in courses like MATLAB and Lumerical Solutions. Besides, some open-source alternatives are also offered. The certification signed by the University of British Columbia instructors upon the completion of the program will be given by the learners who opted for the paid mode and it can be shared on LinkedIn to develop a successful career in the industry with ease. The candidates who chose the free mode can also audit the programme for a limited period. 

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6 Weeks
Intermediate
40,757
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of engineering
Certificate

How to Write a Novel Edit & Revise

edX is a platform for providing education to learners worldwide, improving online teaching, and enhancing learning through research. How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise course is being offered by edX in collaboration with the University of British Columbia. This course aims to teach the learners the techniques of revision and paying attention to details to build a good story. Through this course, the participants will undergo a rigorous revision and self-editing process and the different stages of manuscript development. They will develop the requisite skills to polish their novel and position themselves better in today's competitive publishing marketplace. They will understand the editorial process from scratch. 

By analyzing the three journeys every novel undertakes (internal, external, aesthetic) and the choices associated with prose style, learners will sharpen their critical skills and build a rewriting plan designed to meet the needs of their projects. Participants will develop an independent writing practice and connect with a community of individuals familiar with the issues of novel writing. Candidates will find two tracks to finish off the course hence if the candidates choose the Audit track, they will only be able to access the course for a specified period. Whereas in the case of Verified track selection, they will be receiving access for an unlimited period.

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6 Weeks
Intermediate
24,537
Skills Covered:
Writing skills
Certificate

Gender and Sexuality: Applications in Society

The Gender and Sexuality: Applications in Society certification course by edX imparts knowledge and skills to the candidates in the concepts of sexuality and gender which includes personal narratives, parallel histories, intersectionality, contested narratives, laws & limits, rights margin, the performance of masculinity, pop culture & art, activist art, frame health, health margin, illness margin, equity action plan and issues in society.

The Gender and Sexuality: Applications in Society training programme covers concepts like social justice organizing. The participant will understand the difference between gender and sexuality in various contexts. They will also explore the history of sexuality studies. As a result of learning this humanities programme, the candidate would be able to understand the intersections of nature and culture with the human being.

The certification awarded on the completion of the programme is verified by the institution and signed by the instructor. So, it adds more value to the CV of the candidate and provides better job opportunities. The certificate can also be shared with the LinkedIn profile. There are 2 tracks of study which can be chosen by the students. In the case where the selection is Audit mode, the students will be getting access for a limited period and if the selection is Verified mode then the access automatically becomes unlimited.

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6 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Cultural sensitivity Knowledge of law Knowledge of history
Certificate

Introduction to Marketing

6 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Certificate

Biospecimen Research Methods

The viability of your research often depends on the quality of the biospecimen that you have managed to collect. Therefore, to ensure that you don’t lack the necessary skills in that department, edX has designed the Biospecimen Research Methods online program. This course strives to imbue you with essential skills that will allow you to identify, collect, and utilize biospecimens effectively.

You will be trained by esteemed biobanking professionals over the six weeks of the Biospecimen Research Methods course by edX. These professionals, who hail from the BC Cancer and the University of British Columbia will take you through biobanking essentials, and the best practices surrounding it. 

The added benefit here is that the learnings will comply with standards set by the International Society of Biological Environmental Repositories standards (ISBER) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

What’s more, you can also negotiate with the course at your own pace, courtesy of the self-paced feature. If you need something to attest to the skills that you’ve acquired throughout the Biospecimen Research Methods training, you can pay the additional fee and get yourself the course completion certificate. If the learners opt out of free mode, they will have access to the course only for a limited duration. 

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6 Weeks
Expert
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Biology
Certificate

Policy Analysis Using Interrupted Time Series

The Policy Analysis Using Interrupted Time Series certification course provides candidates with a complete knowledge of Regression Discontinuity (RD) designs and Interrupted Time Series (ITS) analysis to verify the policies. This Policy Analysis Using Interrupted Time Series online course will introduce participants to concepts like ITS and RD, selecting and setting of data sources, interpretation and presentation of data, and their statistical analysis.

The Policy Analysis Using Interrupted Time Series certification will make applicants aware of the tools and techniques necessary for statistical analysis. They will learn how to set the data and present it graphically, various modelling parameters in RD and ITS, and add or remove variables from the data. Candidates will be able to add strength to their data by drawing impressive graphs and presenting accurate results.

A verified certificate waits for the candidates who have completed the Policy Analysis Using Interrupted Time Series programme by paying the fee. The certificate will be signed by the instructor and can be attached to your resume to highlight their skills and have a positive impact on your profile. The candidates can also audit the programme for a limited period without paying the fee. 

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5 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of Advanced statistics
Certificate

Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic

This Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic certification course intends to prepare surgical care providers to protect themselves, their patients, their families, and colleagues from potential infection while delivering surgical care during a pandemic. It reviews different aspects of a pandemic relevant to surgical care providers. Providers also learn how providing surgical care needs to change in these stages.

The Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic certification by edx and the University of British Columbia will educate surgical teams about the risks in a pandemic, and prepare them to respond appropriately. They will also learn how to anticipate and mitigate long-term impacts and build pathways to maintain specific surgical services. The course teaches the candidates how to ensure the health of patients during a crisis.

The Safe Surgical Care: Strategies During a Pandemic online course has been divided into five modules. Each module will consist of didactic content, a recorded lecture, podcast interviews with experts, and a quiz. The course has case studies from the ongoing SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic, and the Ebola (2014) and SARS-CoV (2003) outbreaks. The course is ideal for those who want to make a career in public health.

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5 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of epidemiology
Certificate

Useful Genetics, Part 2: Genes and Genetic Inheritance

The ‘Useful Genetics, Part 2: Genes and Genetic Inheritance’ online certification course is designed for the students to focus on the challenging aspects of genetics and their impact on the health and well-being of human beings. This course of medicine lets us explore the process and factors that influence the inheritance of specific genes that lead to personal and societal traits. The intermediate-level course is provided by the Edx online education platform in collaboration with the University of British Columbia. The course classes are scheduled for an approximate period of five weeks and the candidates will have to spend six to eight hours every week to complete the course effectively.

The instructor for this self-paced online program is zoology professor, Rosemary Redfield, and the classes are organized through online learning content such as videos, online lectures, graded assignments, and quizzes.

The ‘Useful Genetics, Part 2: Genes and Genetic Inheritance’ certification course enables students to get a course certificate after finishing the course of study and the graded assignments.

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5 Weeks
Intermediate
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of genetics Knowledge of Biology Knowledge of Microbiology Knowledge of biomedical sciences
Certificate

AP Psychology Course 2 How the Brain Works

The AP® Psychology-Course 2: How the Brain Works by Edx certification course discusses psychology by understanding the brain's working and different states of consciousness. Candidates will become familiar with the fundamentals of genetics, neuroscience, and evolutionary psychology. 

The AP® Psychology Course 2: How the Brain Works certification training covers the sensory and visual systems. It dives into human behaviour, along with an in-depth study of the various states of consciousness. Video-based lectures and demonstrations included in the course will also aid in candidates' learning. 

Besides, this course is a part of a series that consists of a total of six courses. Candidates who finish this course and are interested in psychology can take the rest of the courses and get verified certificates from UBCx, which comes under the University of British Columbia. 

The Edx Courses on AP® Psychology are self-paced and free of cost for students who wish to learn. However, to gain the certificate, students must pay an additional fee. 

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5 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Skills Covered:
Knowledge of genetics Knowledge of Psychology
Certificate

Writing Video Game Characters

5 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Certificate

Worldbuilding for Video Games

5 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Certificate

Video Game Writing Essentials

5 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Certificate

Working as a Game Writer

5 Weeks
Beginner
Free
Certificate

Interactive Narrative

5 Weeks
Beginner
Free

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