Build a Foundation to Fuel Your Success
We are thrilled to be partnering with UNICAF, a leader in higher education in Africa, to offer online, non-credit professional short courses to learners in this region. Professional short courses allow you to upskill in a particular area in a shortened amount of time – acting as a steppingstone to help you gain the skills you need quickly. They can be a pathway to advanced study such as a diploma or certificate, or help you advance in your current role.
Today is the day to impart change for YOUR future. Find the course that fits your needs and take the next step toward advancing your academic and professional journey.
ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP
The partnership between UCR University Extension and UNICAF brings together the resources of both institutions to offer innovative learning solutions and programs delivered fully online to respond to the needs of a wide range of working professionals. This allows us to support learners throughout Africa in gaining new skills and knowledge for personal growth and career advancement.
HOW YOU’LL BENEFIT
- Affordable tuition
- Accessible and flexible course offerings
- Internationally recognized program
- Student support and mentorship
- Quick and easy registration
WHAT TO EXPECT
Course registration, enrollment, and delivery is entirely managed by UNICAF and will be administered via their website and online learning platform.
Each week will include:
- Live or recorded lectures
- Accompanying video(s)
- Accompanying reading(s)
- Assignment per module with multiple choice questions
COURSE FEES
$1,000 per course*
*Course voucher may be applicable.
COURSE OFFERINGS
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Project Management: Foundations For Success
Acquire knowledge on techniques, tools and strategies, and managing a project from inception to implementation to monitoring and evaluation.
Human Resources: Managing Talent in the 21st Century
Gain knowledge in talent acquisition and retention, and the value of an organization’s mission, vision, leadership, diversity and culture.
Psychology: Understanding Your Emotions and Improving Your Social Skills
Gain mastery in emotions, social skills, and how to communicate effectively to deescalate conflict situations and seek understanding.
Business Management
Learn the core principles of management and leadership in the workplace using analytical thinking to analyze and interpret information.
Hospitality Management
An all-around introduction to the hotel business in a global context, including trends, cost analysis and employee training.
Organizational Leadership
Create a culture where employees are encouraged to participate by aligning their individual goals to the company objectives.
Marketing Management
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the marketing concept, philosophy, practice and processes for satisfying customer needs.