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C M Y K PAGE 10 E mployers looking for quality education and training for their staff should look to University of Manitoba Extended Educa- tion. As part of Western Cana- da's first University, UM Ex- tended Education has offered a wide range of high-quality, innovative and accessible con- tinuing education programs for nearly 70 years. Our full range of programs and courses are eligible for re- imbursement under the Retrain Manitoba workforce skills de- velopment grant program and we have a number of partner- ship programs with businesses and organizations providing customized professional de- velopment to earn a university certificate. Knowledge into action "When it comes to trans- lating knowledge and educa- tion into action and affecting change, we have a lot of experience and expertise to share. We stand with those who seek innovation in education by concentrating on the ways it helps people transform them- selves, change their lives, and strengthen their positions in the world." says Paul Jenkins, Manager, Program Delivery, Extended Education. "UM Extended Education is in the business of empowering Manitobans, and people across Canada and around the world, so that they can build new capabilities, achieve their pro- fessional goals, and meet the challenges of the future with confidence." Professional development and a university credential "We maintain a deep and nuanced understanding of the relationship between the job market and university creden- tials and professional develop- ment programming. Building on the expertise and resources of the University of Manitoba, we work with our partners, accrediting associations, and the community to meet the evolving lifelong learning needs of the twenty-first century." The power of online education Recently, there has been a surge in continuing education and lifelong learning initiatives, due to what Jenkins calls "the major social, political, and eco- nomic transformations of the times." The disruptions caused by COVID-19 have helped fo- cus a great deal of new atten- tion and energy on the power and benefits of online educa- tion, he says, noting how many more people have now experi- enced what online education has to offer. "For many it was a much richer experience than they expected." Of course, not all online courses and programs are equal. At UM Extended Ed- ucation, we provide universi- ty-approved curriculum with a humanized touch. We hire practitioners who bring critical, professional perspectives into a learning environment. "Our instructors offer a wealth of professional and educational experience to lead learners through the material, answer questions and share their insights. They generally deepen the student experi- ence." The majority of our instruc- tors are working professionals in business and industry. They bring their wealth of profes- sional and practical experience to our courses. But our learning environments not only incor- porate labour-market focused skills curriculum, but they also bring together the unique ex- periences from our instructors and learners as well. We see this in our Applied Counselling, Management and Administra- tion, and Program Development for Adult Learners programs. A deeper experience "We use a range of online tools to foster academic com- munity and facilitate peer learning, so students can benefit from the wide range of personal and professional perspectives that can be found in our learning environments. Extended Education also has a dedicated administrative team to help support learners and guide them through their pro- gram of studies. The result is a comprehensive catalogue of focused practical courses and programs that blend sound the- oretical knowledge with applied learning." Anytime, anywhere And, UM Extended Edu- cation's diverse catalogue of online courses and programs was designed to be flexible too. "With flexibility, we enable busy professionals to capitalize on multiple course start dates, blended course work, and on- line classes, so that they truly can continue to learn anytime, anywhere." UM Extended Education is also continually adding new courses, programs and partner- ships including new offerings in the important transformative fields of Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Manufacturing, and Building Information Model- ling. Keep learning with us. UMextended.ca Keep Learning with University of Manitoba Extended Education Retrain your people with us Paul Jenkins, Manager, Program Delivery, UM Extended Education UMextended.ca Keep Learning Register now for January courses Keep Learning. Online from anywhere in Canada. As we have learned, there is no way to predict the future but you can embrace it and plan for change with online learning. We have the quality courses and programs to help you move forward in your life and in your career. Register now for January courses APPLIED COUNSELLING Explore the counselling process and learn to develop E-LEARNING Stay ahead of the curve. Discover and apply the advantages of E-Learning. Choice of teaching or design stream. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Become a leader in HR with innovative courses that correspond with the HR competency framework– providing eligibility for the CPHR designation. PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT FOR ADULT LEARNERS Meet the growing need for adult educators and trainers, learning programs. BUSINESS ANALYSIS Become a business analyst or apply business analysis International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA). MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION Take the next step in your management career with an academic credential and a nationally recognized professional designation to add to your resume. CHANGE MANAGEMENT Enroll in the only Change Management credential in Manitoba. QUALITY MANAGEMENT Learn how to lead the transition from quality control to quality excellence. Quality Management tools can be applied in any industry. umextended.ca/online or call 204 474 8800 today FOLLOW US ON

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