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Science of Cannabis

Learn the facts about cannabis

In partnership with the Peter Boris Centre for Addictions Research and the Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research, McMaster is excited to announce ​one of the first evidence-based, post-secondary programs focused on the science behind the substance.


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Science of Cannabis

Advanced Strategic Marketing Techniques

Elevate your marketing. Enhance your strategy.

Build the skills to translate complex marketing challenges into comprehensive market-ready strategies. Enhance your ability to plan, scope, execute and measure with this exciting new program!


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Advanced Strategic Marketing Techniques

Big Data Analytics

Master digital data for meaningful insights.

The certificate in Big Data Analytics gives adult learners the tools and techniques to help guide organizations in the exploding field of data analytics. As more ways of collecting data are being developed, professionals are needed who can turn that data into useful business insights.

 


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Big Data Analytics

Future-Proof Your Career by Gaining Relevant Skills and Experience

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Whether you want to become an expert in your field, change your career path or get that big promotion, McMaster University Continuing Education can help you advance your career with certificates, diplomas and professional development programs.

Choose from more than 200 courses and workshops in Business & Management and Health & Social Services. Learn anywhere, anytime with a variety of flexible online courses that fit your schedule.

Build the skills for your career and still have time to do it all. You don't have to change your life to change your job. 

​Fall & Winter enrolment is open!

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News & Insights

  • 3 Ways You Can Enter The Field Of Big Data 3 Ways You Can Enter The Field Of Big Data

    One of the biggest challenges that companies face today is harnessing the vast expanse of big data and gleaning the insights that will move their business forward. Big data analytics has become a business game-changer. Companies investing in this arena have experienced improvements in organizational processes, growth in profit margins, enhancements in employee performance and the ability to deliver more personalized customer experiences.

  • How To Fast Track Your Career How To Fast Track Your Career

    Today’s career ladder doesn’t look as linear as it did 30 years ago. In previous generations, to get ahead in your career you would join a new company, work hard, pay your dues and climb that corporate ladder.

    Nowadays to get that promotion or salary increase people typically need to jump from their current job into a new position at another corporation. So how do you successfully jump in this competitive job market? Here are some tips to help you fast track your career.

  • 3 Smarter Ways To Finding Your Career 3 Smarter Ways To Finding Your Career

    Whether you’re a student considering your career path or currently in your career looking for ways to advance, the chances of you finding a career quickly and easily in today’s job market might be challenging. Job hunting today can be tough and rigorous. Here are some quick tips to help you accelerate your process.

Featured Programs

  • Big Data Analytics Big Data Analytics

    Get the knowledge and skills you need to help guide organizations in the exploding field of big data and predictive analytics. You’ll learn technical concepts from leading practitioners and benefit from hands-on training with the latest industry tools. Become data-minded with Big Data Analytics!

  • Science of Cannabis Science of Cannabis

    Understand the science behind the substance with this 3-course academic certificate of completion. If you work in the healthcare, education, public service, or community betterment sectors - you should check out this new program!

  • Professional Addiction Studies Professional Addiction Studies

    There are big changes happening in Canada. Help your clients by updating your knowledge in this online program. Recognized by the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation. Ongoing applications, courses start every term.

  • Professional Development Online Professional Development Online

    Develop your skills quickly with these short, non-credit courses and certificates which offer a wide variety of specialized professional development and personal interest topics.