International Viewbook 2022 - 2023
All information presented in this viewbook is accurate and in effect at the time of publication. Robertson College reserves the right to make changes without prior notice affecting but not limited to areas such as admission procedures and requirements, tuition, other fees, courses, programs of study and general regulations.
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Whether you are a seasoned traveller or leaving your country for the first time, you will be prepared for meaningful careers and fulfilling lives as global citizens of the world. We can’t wait to share our college and our country with you. on a journey like no other.
At Robertson, international students are welcomed into a warm, friendly and inclusive campus community. You will find our campuses to be proudly multi-cultural, our halls filled with the voices of many languages! Though our campuses may be small, we take pride in the service, assistance and guidance that allows us to provide to each and every one of our students.
Robertson College is here to support and guide you as you embark on this new and exciting international journey.
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Our international programs are delivered at our campus in Winnipeg.
Our campus in Winnipeg is located on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional gathering place of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene people and the traditional homeland of the Métis people. We acknowledge these original caretakes of this land which serves as a reminder to our heritage, important relationships and obligations with Indigenous peoples. You will find that many of the programs available to International students provides you a perspective and insight into Canadian history.
Known as the ‘Heart of Canada’, Winnipeg is the true embodiment of what it means to be Canadian. The largest city in the province of Manitoba, Winnipeg is vibrant and diverse, offering all the amenities of a large urban center while maintaining the closeness and accessibility you would find in a smaller city. This makes the city an ideal introduction to Canadian living.
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Manitoba has more than 90 parks to explore and over 100,000 lakes waterways!and Feel at home here. There are more than 100 languages that are spoken here. Lonely Planet has ranked Manitoba as a Top 10 “Best in Travel” destination to visit in the world in 2019! 100+
While students graduating with a diploma from a private college in Manitoba are not eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP), there are other ways you may qualify for a different stream of work permits after receiving an employment offer. Our Career Services team will help and advise you of your options.
PACE is delivered online in a self-guided format. You will be able to complete the course on your own schedule independently while you are taking your classes.
International students may also apply to a RobertsonAssiniboine Community College (ACC) advanced diploma program. Upon successful completion of these programs, learners will be eligible to apply for a Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), allowing you to work anywhere in Manitoba.
Whichever path you choose, our team will be here to support you throughout your program and even after you graduate.
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Robertson and Robertson-ACC programs provide the technical training you need to thrive in your chosen field of study and also prepare you for work within a Canadian context with the Practical Applied Culture & Employment program (PACE). PACE is a co-requisite for all diploma and advanced diploma programs.
There are many pathways to success for international students at Robertson and our Admissions and Student Support teams are here to guide you through the process.
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PRACTICAL APPLIED CULTURE & EMPLOYMENT (PACE) PACE is vital to career success. The PACE program is designed to help students unlock the important communication skills necessary for academic and workplace success in the Canadian context.
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Students will learn techniques and skills for effective reading and listening fluency, impactful written and oral communication and professional interpersonal interactions. The program also is designed to help students develop cross-cultural competency that is critical for academic and workplace success in a multicultural society like Canada.
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Learners will develop a deep knowledge and understanding of accounting principles while working towards the completion of the prerequisites for the Chartered Professional Accountants Professional Education Program (CPA PEP). This accounting designation is administered by the Chartered Professional LearnersAccountants.willdelve into the world of business and hone your business communication skills to be able to convey complex ideas in a simple manner. Topics covered include financial accounting, statistics, taxation as well as advanced financial reporting, auditing and business law.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (COMING SOON) DURATION: 9 MONTHS PRACTICUM: 4 WEEKS FORMAT: IN PERSON (Winnipeg campus)
The Accounting Technician program will prepare learners for an entry-level career within the accounting field. Learners will gain technical accounting skills and receive an overview of Quickbooks and Sage50 which will serve as foundation for all popular computerized accounting softwares. Topics covered will include manual bookkeeping and accounting processes, financial statement, budget and financial record preparation as well as essential administrative and office support skills.
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DURATION: 8 MONTHS FORMAT: IN PERSON (Winnipeg campus)
DURATION: 8 MONTHS FORMAT: IN PERSON (Winnipeg campus)
The e-Commerce Professional program will provide learners with a deep understanding of business operations, online sales strategies as well as train them to use various platforms to conduct digital sales or generate conversions on a website. As well, learners will be exposed to a number of ways to gather and analyze data using a web and social media tools such as Google Analytics, Tag Manager, Data Studio, Search Console, Trends, and Facebook, YouTube, Twitter & Instagram Business Manager.
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The program will also provide an overview of the current e-commerce landscape and examine platforms such as Shopify, Infusionsoft, WooCommerce, PayPal, WePay, and Stripe.
In this program, learners will gain the knowledge and develop the skills they need to become the go-to solution provider for clients looking for financial advice. Learners will explore Financial Planning, Personal and Corporate Finance, Canadian Investment Funds, as well as Taxation and professional selling. Industry exams are written as part of the program curriculum. Upon successful completion, learners will be licensed to sell mutual funds. Additionally, learners will obtain credit from the Investment Funds Institute of Canada for financial planning by registering directly with the organization.
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DURATION: 12 MONTHS PRACTICUM: 3 WEEKS
FORMAT: IN PERSON (Winnipeg campus)
These higher-level courses enhance critical thinking skills and Indigenous-focused content provides valuable perspective on Indigenous issues within a business context.
The Logistics & Supply Chain Management program takes an in-depth look into the growing supply chain sector in Canada and within a global context. Learners will gain a deep knowledge and understanding of the key components of supply management including demand forecasting, inventory management, resource planning, lean thinking, and Six Sigma management philosophies. The program includes higher-level courses designed to enhance critical thinking skills and Indigenous-focused content provides valuable perspective on Indigenous issues within a Canadian business context.
Learners will explore the important balance between employees and their employers so that everyone can achieve success. Learners will examine topics essential to the Human Resource profession including Training and Development, HRM Systems, Human Resource Law, Business Law, Staffing, Compensation and Labour Relations.
In this program, learners will gain insight into the world of marketing including in the areas of Consumer Behaviour, Retail Management, Graphic and Web Design, Marketing Research, Marketing Communications and Marketing Strategy and Analysis. Learners will also explore topics in Business Law, international business and Indigenous History to gain a well-rounded perspective. The program will also provide learners with the opportunity to experience real-world application by working with industry and community leaders.
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Human FORMAT:DURATION:ADVANCEDAdvancedResourcesDiplomaDIPLOMAPROGRAM8MONTHSINPERSON(Winnipegcampus)
Logistics & Supply Chain FORMAT:PRACTICUM:DURATION:CERTIFICATEManagementPROGRAM12MONTHS4WEEKSINPERSON(Winnipegcampus)
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The Human Resources Advanced Diploma program will provide learners with an understanding of human resource principles.
Learners will be prepared to enter the workforce with all the necessary education, training, and certification to start their careers in financial planning.
The topics covered will also allow learners to understand the role that logistics and supply chain management play in the overall Canadian business landscape. Learners explore the fundamentals of the Canadian economy while being exposed to concepts of supply and demand, elasticity and monopoly.
DURATION: 8 MONTHS FORMAT: IN PERSON (Winnipeg campus)
The program has been approved for advanced standing towards the attainment of the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation.
In this program, learners will benefit from a research and evidence-informed curriculum that is complemented by hands-on training and instruction from experienced health and allied health professionals.
Learners enrolled in the MLA program receive further hands-on training in state-of-theart laboratories in Histology, Cytology, and Microbiology through the program’s affiliation with the University of Manitoba through their Department of Human Anatomy & Cell Science and the Department of Microbiology.
The MLA program is also partnered with Shared Health, Manitoba’s provincial health organization, which provides our learners with practicum and employment opportunities.
FORMAT:PRACTICUM:DURATION:PROGRAM30MONTHS400HOURSHYBRID(On Campus & Online)
In the Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) diploma program, learners train in state-of-theart laboratories, learning to collect, receive, log and prepare blood, tissue and other samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Learners will also attain their First Aid and CPR certifications as part of their training.
Massage Therapy DIPLOMA
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Robertson’s Winnipeg Massage Therapy diploma program for international students is recognized by the Massage Therapy Association of Manitoba as well as the Canadian Council of Massage Therapy Schools.
The program meets the National Standards in all areas - with a strong focus on anatomy, therapeutic techniques and research to ensure our graduates are well-prepared to meet the requirements of provincial regulation and to start their careers as Registered Massage Therapists.
Medical FORMAT:PRACTICUM:DURATION:DIPLOMAAssistantLaboratoryPROGRAM11MONTHS6WEEKSHYBRID(OnCampus&Online)
Massage therapy is one of the fastest growing health care fields in Manitoba. Massage Therapists provide therapeutic treatments on soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments and joints for the purpose of optimizing overall health and comfort.
Students are also instructed in performing routine tests and analyses of samples and maintaining medical laboratories and their equipment.
The Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) diploma program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). Graduates of the program are eligible to write the CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistant certification exam. This certification is recognized across Canada.
DURATION: 12 WEEKS FULL TIME FORMAT: ON CAMPUS
This intensive language program is designed to help students reach the English proficiency necessary to apply to the International diploma programs at Robertson. We offer contemporary and cutting-edge techniques using digital media and updated real-world texts and videos. This along with small class sizes and cultural related activities create the opportunities necessary for students to actively participate in their learning.
Robertson offers two levels of Intensive Academic English programs - both the IAE3 (Upper Intermediate) and IAE4 (Advanced) programs are accredited by Languages Canada. Languages Canada is Canada’s premier language organization. Its primary role is to monitor the quality of language schools in Canada for both public and private institutions. Schools that have earned the distinction of accreditation have met or surpassed Languages Canada’s considerable standard of excellence.
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It is essential for international students to develop a strong English language foundation in order to communicate and contribute effectively in a Canadian classroom. The intensive English language programs offered at Robertson will help you develop the learning strategies necessary to apply to English-language institutions and further enable your success with future studies.
Learning activities will focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening skills, as well as grammar and vocabulary development. You will gain the English proficiency necessary to excel in the classroom and beyond.
This Upper Intermediate language program focuses on the continued development of the skills needed to effectively communicate in English. The smaller class sizes uses a real-world approach in the Canadian context. Students in the Upper Intermediate English language level will work on improving their writing, reading, listening, speaking, vocabulary development, and grammar skills. Fun and meaningful cultural activities round out this language class.
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Intensive Academic English (IAE3) - Upper Intermediate Intensive Academic English (IAE4)Advanced
DURATION: 12 WEEKS FULL TIME FORMAT: ON CAMPUS
IELTS 6.0 General or Academic TOEFL (IBT) 68 or higher CanTest 4.0 or higher in all components CLB 7 or higher CERTIFICATE PROGRAM • Practical Applied Culture and Employment (PACE) • Grade 12 graduation or equivalent • English Language Requirement • The Massage Therapy program also requires Grade 12 Mathematics, English (ELA) and Biology • The Medical Laboratory Assistant program also requires Grade 12 Math and English and Grade 11 or 12 Biology or Chemistry ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAM • Practical Applied Culture and Employment (PACE) • Two-year diploma or university degree • Please note: the Accounting Advanced Diploma program also requires entry level accounting knowledge. Applicants without this will be required to take ACCT-0003 Financial Accounting 1 and ACCT0004 Financial Accounting 2 (or equivalent) prior to the start of the program. • English Language Requirement IELTS 6.0 Academic; no subscore below 5.5 TOEFL (IBT) 68; no skill score below 17 Listening; 16 Speaking; 18 Reading; 18 Writing CanTest 4.0, no skills score below 4.0 PTE Academic 50 RequirementsAdmission Admission requirements vary by level and program. In addition to English proficiency, programs may require additional credits in mathematics, biology or chemistry. All applicants educated outside of Canada or in a country not on the test exempt list are expected to meet the English language proficiency requirement. If you do not meet the language requirements, please contact us regarding our Intensive Academic English pathway programs. Practical Applied Cultural and Employment (PACE) course is also a co-requisite for our advanced diploma and diploma programs. This course can be completed in conjunction to your studies at Robertson. ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES IELTS TOEFL (IBT) TOEIC CanTest CLB IAE3 5.0 46-58 600-725 2.0-2.5 N/A IAE4 5.5 59-79 730 or higher 3.0-3.5 6 9 • Robertson College International Student Viewbook
Health Insurance
Please ensure you have made arrangements for accommodations at least six weeks in advance of your arrival to Canada. It is your responsibility to apply for homestay/private residence as early as possible before your program starts.
Health insurance is mandatory for all international students. All students who are ineligible to enroll in the provincial healthcare plans must enroll in the GuardMe insurance plan through Robertson College. For more information, please visit www.guard.me
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CHN thoroughly screens and interviews all hosts to assess their eligibility before they are accepted into the program. Their personalized approach to homestay can help you feel at home and supported as you become settle into your new surroundings. For more information, please visit Privatewww.canadahomestaynetwork.ca.accommodationssuchasan apartment, a house or a room rental may be available. Start your search with www.winnipegpropertymanagement. ca, Kijiji or www.rentcanada.com
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Robertson College International Student Viewbook • 10 Homestays are carefully chosen families who offer furnished accommodations and meals to international students in a caring and supportive home environment. Robertson is partnered with Canada Homestay Network (CHN), a nonprofit organization, to help our students find accommodation.
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