SFU Continuing Studies catalogue

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January–August 2010

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As recent times have reminded us, change may be the only true constant in our lives. Thriving in the face of change depends on our ability to recognize opportunity and take action. Whatever changes you face right now, Continuing Studies at SFU can help you do both.

Whether you want to upgrade your skills, earn a professional designation or degree, or switch careers, this is the place to get started. Our courses and programs have helped thousands of people move ahead, move up and sometimes move on.

If it’s learning for learning’s sake that you’re after, we’ve got that too. Broaden your knowledge in a favourite area or explore new subjects with fellow

adult learners who share similar interests. In every classroom, personal and professional connections are made, perspectives expanded and ideas sparked.

Choose education and you’ve turned opportunity into action. As a student, you become an agent of change, in your life and in the world.

We hope you’ll choose to begin that amazing journey at SFU’s Continuing Studies.

Tom Nesbit Dean pro tem, Continuing Studies

SFU Vancouver

SFU Surrey

515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver Our campus at Harbour Centre is conveniently situated across from the SeaBus terminal, the West Coast Express station and the Waterfront SkyTrain station. Instructional resources include a fully computerized library, classrooms, lecture theatres and computer labs.

Some courses are also offered at the Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue and the Segal Graduate School of Business.

250–13450 102 Avenue, Surrey SFU’s newest campus is located in Surrey’s Central City building, an award-winning architectural complex next to the Surrey Central SkyTrain station.

This campus delivers state-of-the-art facilities within close reach of the rest of Metro Vancouver.

SFU Burnaby 8888 University Drive, Burnaby Although most Continuing Studies courses take place at our Vancouver and Surrey campuses, we invite you to visit SFU’s Burnaby campus and enjoy its many amenities.

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2010 sfu Continuing studies at a glance contents > Welcoming the Olympics While Simon Fraser University’s regular courses are cancelled during the Olympic Games, SFU Continuing Studies will remain open. We’ve adjusted our class schedules, when possible, to give you an opportunity to attend and volunteer at the Games. Please see course listings for details. > Courses and programs There are many reasons to come to SFU: to advance your career, broaden your outlook, or meet others with similar goals and aspirations. For participants seeking accreditation from professional groups, many of our courses result in professional development, continuing education credits or professional designations. In addition to individual courses, our certificates and diplomas offer an alternative to a university degree.

We strive to offer instruction in a wide range of topics and will add new courses and events after this catalogue goes to print. If you don’t find everything you’re looking for here, please visit us at www.sfu.ca/cstudies. > Campuses We have three easily accessible campuses, located in downtown Vancouver, Surrey and Burnaby. Most Continuing Studies courses take place at the Vancouver and Surrey campuses, both of which are on SkyTrain and other public transit routes. > Registrants We welcome anyone who wants to learn and grow personally and professionally. You do not need a university degree to take most of our courses and programs, but some courses do have prerequisites. Please note the requirements listed in individual course descriptions. > Customized courses Many of the courses in this catalogue can be adapted for your company or group and presented at your worksite or at one of our SFU campuses. We are happy to tailor courses to suit your organization’s specific needs. Please contact the appropriate Continuing Studies department to discuss customization.

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Public Lectures, Events and Forums in the community

Degree Courses and Programs

8 Liberal and Business Studies 8 Centre for Integrated and Credit Studies 9 SFU NOW—Nights or Weekends 9 Centre for Online and Distance Education

Professional and Personal Development 10 aboriginal programs 11 Career and Life Planning 14 Dialogue, NegotiatioN AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT 16 Community and Urban Planning 16 Sustainable Community Development 17 Urban Design 18 Health and Wellness 18 Rehabilitation Management 20 Languages and Cross-Cultural Communication 20 English Language and Culture 21 Asian Language and Culture Bank 21 Chinese—Cantonese and Mandarin 21 Korean 21 Punjabi 22 Interpretation and Translation 23 Seniors Program 26 Opera Studies 27 Justice and Conflict Resolution 27 Management and Professional Programs 27 Management 30 Risk Management 31 Strategic Supply Chain Management 31 Public Company Governance 32 Project Management 34 Business Analysis 36 Writing and Publishing Programs 36 Career Workshops 37 Business Communication and Professional Writing 39 Creative Writing and Journalism 42 Editing 44 Publishing 45 Technical Communication 47 Index 50 How to register

Continuing Studies Catalogue, January–August 2010 Writer: Jessica Raya. Proofreader: Barbara Tomlin. Indexer: Annette Lorek. Photos: Kai Clemen, Wilson Nam, Robin Ryan, SFU Surrey, SFU LIDC and as credited with each photograph. Printed in Vancouver, BC, by Mitchell Press. © 2009 Simon Fraser University.

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sfu Continuing studies Public Lectures, Events and Forums Throughout the year, Continuing Studies at SFU provides various opportunities for the community to engage in topics of the day through public lectures and dialogues.

We invite you to contribute to local intellectual life by participating in one of our many events.

Because seating for free events is limited, reservations are required. To reserve a seat for a specific event, contact us using the information in the event description. If no contact information is provided, call 778-782-5100 or email cstudies@sfu.ca. Please claim your reservation at least 15 minutes before start time.

Join our email lists to receive advance notice of free public events that may be added after this catalogue goes to press.

For email notification of events at SFU Vancouver, send a message to maillist@sfu.ca with the words “subscribe sfuvan-info” in the subject line.

For email notification of events at SFU Surrey, send a message to maillist@sfu.ca with the words “subscribe info-surrey” in the subject line.

Saturday seniors forums www.sfu.ca/seniors T: 778-782-5212 Our free Saturday Seniors Forums are hosted by the SFU Seniors Program and the SFU Lifelong Learners Society.

Your Money, Your Future: “4 Piles of Money” Saturday, January 23, 1–2:30 pm Whether you are already retired or you are a student starting out on a new life path, you need to know how to handle money. This forum explores some solid concepts about managing your money to get the most out of what you have.

Speaker Patricia Lalonde is an Independent Financial Advisor with thirty years experience in finance, business and banking.

Understanding the Roots of the Arab-Israel Conflict Saturday, March 20, 1–2:30 pm When it comes to the central conflict in the Middle East, the crisis of Israel and Palestine, the news can be convoluted, confusing and downright frustrating. This seminar will seek to touch on and explore some of the more salient aspects of the last one hundred years in an effort to deepen our understanding of this conflict. Speaker Debbie Vanden Dungen has an MA degree in Modern Middle Eastern History and specializes in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Science Lectures www.sfu.ca/cstudies/science T: 778-782-5466 To be notified of upcoming Continuing Studies in Science lectures, email cs-science@sfu.ca and ask to subscribe to the Science Programs email list.

Speaking of Science Lectures Typically held the third Thursday of the month at 7 pm at Harbour Centre, these lectures highlight exciting research in a variety of fields. This spring, the series continues its focus on climate change and environmental science and policy.

Adapting to Change: Managing Fraser sockeye in the face of declining productivity and increasing uncertainty January, Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue This dialogue will include panels and presentations offering the perspectives of scientists, industry, First Nations, government and the public.

Urban Issues Lectures www.sfu.ca/city T: 778-782-5254 Please join us for these popular public lecture series from the City Program. Visit our website and subscribe to the City Program email list for notice of last-minute lectures.

Shifting Gears 2—Lectures on Transportation, Health and the Built Environment No one would argue that a good transportation system is critical for the health of our community, our economy and our environment.

But what about our personal health? We ask leaders and decisionmakers to explore the connection between transportation, health and the built environment. Sponsored by BC Recreation and Parks Association, the Bombardier Foundation and the Active Transport Lab at the University of British Columbia.

Vancouverism: City Salons A series of talks in January 2010 that complement the exhibition “Vancouverism: Architecture Builds the City” at SFU Woodward’s.

Visit www.sfu.ca/city for ticket information and dates.

• Salon One: Vancouverism • Salon Two: Arts and Architecture of Woodward’s Health and Wellness www.sfu.ca/healthed T: 778-782-7451 Throughout the year, Continuing Health Education offers public lectures and other events in response to current health and wellness issues. Visit our website for dates and times.

To reserve or for more information, call 778-782-5100 or visit www.sfu.ca/cstudies

the writer’s studio reading series www.thewritersstudio.ca T: 778-782-5073 The Writer’s Studio Monthly Reading Series SFU’s creative writing program, part of the Writing and Publishing Program, hosts a very popular monthly reading series featuring local emerging writers and authors and out-of-town authors on book tours. These mixed-genre readings are open to the public.

To sign up to read, or for complete details on each reading, visit The Writer’s Studio website.

Readings at Blenz Coffee (corner of Hastings and Richards Streets)—second Friday of the month, 7–9 pm.

Readings at Rhizome Café (Broadway at Kingsway)—usually the second Thursday of the month (every third month), 7:30–9:30 pm.

Social Justice Series www.sfu.ca/community/projects/protection.html T: 778-782-5201 Protection for All: Sex Industry Health, Safety and Human Rights April 27–29, Segal Graduate School of Business Join us in examining the violation of sex workers’ human rights and the impact on health and safety. Initiated by the British Columbia Coalition of Experiential Communities, the conference will bring together sex workers, government, enforcement, academics, advocacy groups and the mainstream community to identify innovative ways in which we can improve human rights conditions for sex workers in Canada.

SFU/BMO Bank of Montreal endowment fund www.sfu.ca/mpprog T: 778-782-5095 Lecture Series in Economics Date TBA. Please visit our website for details.

Upcoming speaker: Esther Duflo, the Abdul Latif Jameel Professor of Poverty Alleviation and Development Economics in the Department of Economics at MIT and a founder and director of the Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL). Her research focuses on microeconomic issues in developing countries, including household behaviour, education, access to finance, health and policy evaluation.

The BMO Bank of Montreal Endowment Fund was established in 1988 at Simon Fraser University through a generous gift from BMO Bank of Montreal.

Philosophers’ Café www.philosopherscafe.net T: 778-782-5215 Drop by a Philosophers’ Café for stimulating and provocative conversations with some of our community’s brightest minds. Cafés are intimate conversations on a variety of topics, held in venues across the province, including 18 locations in Metro Vancouver. More than 60,000 people have attended these events since 1998 and the Globe and Mail has called the Philosophers’ Café “quite possibly the most successful continuing studies program in the country.” Admission is generally $5 or by donation. Visit our website to find a Café in your community.

Recent topics include: • Why should we rescue huge corporations?

• Reflections on the ethics of reproduction • What do we control in life?

• Is the Bible true and does it matter?

• Does everyone really have the right to an opinon?

• Does democracy have a future? civitas www.philosopherscafe.net T: 778-782-5215 Everyone is welcome to take part in this moderated discussion group, held on the first Thursday of every month from 4–6 pm at SFU Vancouver, that focuses on political and civic issues. Bring your ideas and your inquiring mind! Meetings are free. Prerequisites or registration not required. For upcoming dates, visit www.sfu.ca/philosopherscafe/network_civ.htm.

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sfu Continuing studies In the Community World’s Oldest Doctor Visits Vancouver Arguably the world’s oldest and longest practising physician, 98-year-old Shigeaki Hinohara (also an educator and popular author of 150 books) visited Vancouver in August for a week- long educational and cultural visit hosted by Continuing Studies.

Travelling with him from Japan were 30 members of the New Old People’s Movement.

The group’s purpose is to encourage those aged 75 and over to explore new activities and experiences. During their stay, the seniors attended English classes and an intercultural communication seminar at SFU. Project JAPAN director Toshimi Ono says, “Dr. Hinohara and his party are great role models for North American seniors. We already know the dietary secrets of longevity of Japan’s centenarians. Now we get a chance to explore an equally important secret to staying young: intellectual curiosity and passion for learning and exploring.” www.sfu.ca/japanese

Young archaeologists dig it—virtually

Multicultural Dialogues Help Build Communities As BC’s communities become even more culturally diverse, they face increasingly complex social, ecological and economic challenges. Since 2006, Continuing Studies’ Dialogue Programs, in collaboration with the provincial ministries responsible for multiculturalism and the programs Welcome BC and Embrace BC, has been addressing these issues with dialogues in over 20 BC communities.

Each community designs and plans its own dialogue. One explored what it would take for all cultural groups to live in harmony; others have concentrated on the potential of diversity to enliven and enrich communities. All dialogues have engaged people from different walks of life in profound discussions about the kinds of communities they want, generated new ideas for action and provided critical opportunities for people to work together. www.sfu.ca/dialogue Photos: Terre Flower

Nanaimo: A community everyone can call home

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Canadian teenagers interested in archaeology can now experience the excitement of digging into the past through a new bilingual interactive game on Parks Canada’s 3-D Tours website. Parks Canada chose Continuing Studies’ 7th Floor Media to develop the game based on the group’s expertise in emerging technology applications for education and culture.

“Since the Parks Canada website has 3-D reconstructions of a number of Canadian national parks and historic sites, we decided to create a game that puts players in charge of a virtual dig,” explains Julie Zilber, co-director of 7th Floor Media.

“Players make decisions about resources, deal with the legal and political realities of a dig and draw conclusions from the archaeological evidence to support their theories.”

In a separate learning activity, players meet Alice, a young archaeologist who explains her work and discusses popular misconceptions about archaeology. Says Zilber, “The goal is for players to gain an appreciation of the tools and information that can be gathered from artifacts.” www.7thfloormedia.com

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SFU Continuing Studies offers much more than courses. We are also involved in a number of exciting initiatives in our backyard and around the world that effect positive change in our city, our country and our world. Here’s a select look at what we’ve been doing. For a complete list of programs and initiatives, visit www.sfu.ca/cstudies.

Reducing HIV Stigma by Education Continuing Studies’ Office of International Development (OID) partnered with SFU’s School of Communication and three universities in Ghana to develop course materials to educate 18,000 Ghanaian teachers about HIV/AIDS. The main goal of the Reducing HIV Stigma by Education project was to reduce the fear, denial and stigma associated with the disease. The project is made possible with $1 million in funding from CIDA. OID is also committed to educating Canadians about international issues. A September 2008 symposium offered information on current initiatives, research and perspectives in the reduction of HIV stigma and discrimination. In a CBC radio interview, Dr. Martin Laba, director of SFU’s School of Communication and Dr. Albert Koomson, University of Cape Coast director, discussed the problems associated with HIV stigma in Africa and SFU’s efforts to help mitigate them. www.sfu.ca/cstudies/international/ M.G. Vassanji with SFU President Michael Stevenson

Focusing on Africa If Africa is to shed its image as a place of death and dying, it needs help from those who identify with this spectacular continent. That was one message that author and Order of Canada member M.G. Vassanji gave during a keynote presentation at the September 2009 symposium, Africa and Its Diasporas.

The two-and-a-half day event, organized by Continuing Studies’ Community Education program in collaboration with the Focus on Africa working group, attracted over one hundred participants from Africa, North America and Vancouver to discuss how Africa’s diasporas can make a difference to that continent’s world image and development. www.sfu.ca/community

Continuing Studies Helps to Raise a Poet Cultural exchange student and poet Akerke Mussabekova, from Almaty, Kazahkstan, brushed up her English language skills and learned about Canadian culture in Continuing Studies’ English Language and Culture Program (ELC) during her four-month residency with the Vancouver International Writers Festival. Offered in conjunction with the Historic Joy Kogawa House writer-in-residence program, Akerke’s residency was part of the HSBC Group’s Cultural Exchange Programme in partnership with Poet in the City, a UK-based charity committed to making new connections for poetry.

During her stay in Vancouver Akerke met with local poets and writing educators. Through Continuing Studies’ Writing and Publishing Program, she

attended poetry readings and participated in The Writers’ Studio Reading Series. Akerke’s residency included literary translation classes at UBC’s School of Creative Writing, as well as one-on-one consultations with an ELC instructor on the English translations of her poetry.

“This residency gave me a chance to progress my writing career on an international level,” said Akerke. “I’m very proud of my culture and I think Kazakh poetry is particularly beautiful.

I hope to use my newly acquired skills to translate Canadian poetry into the rich Kazakh language.” www. sfu.ca/elc and www.sfu.ca/wp 7

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Liberal and Business Studies www.sfu.ca/integratedstudies E: isp@sfu.ca T: 778-782-8655 We recognize that not all learning takes place in a classroom. As an adult student, you have had many workplace, community, organizational and personal learning experiences that complement your university and college studies. The Liberal and Business Studies (LBS) program is committed to helping you get the most of those experiences.

Designed specifically for mid-career adults, our LBS program is a multidisciplinary part-time degree completion program leading to a Bachelor of General Studies degree. The curriculum integrates the broad perspective of a liberal arts education with valuable skills in business administration.

LBS program features • a cohort-based program that is respectful of mature learners • a class schedule that accommodates working students • admission requirements that recognize previous postsecondary education and work experience of adult students • lively classes that encourage and value participation • professionally relevant assignments • highly qualified and experienced instructors • staff who are generous with their help The LBS program begins each September and is three years (nine semesters) in length. Classes are held six times each semester, during the daytime every second Friday and Saturday. You can choose to apply to either the Vancouver or Surrey campus program.

The application deadline for the September 2010 intake is March 1, 2010. Applicants are considered for admission based on a combination of their post-secondary education and workplace experience. Literacy (LPI) and quantitative (FAN) pre-program requirements must be met before September 1.

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Liberal and Business Studies Wednesday, December 2, 5:30–6:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Wednesday, January 13, 5:30–6:30 pm, SFU Surrey Tuesday, January 26, 5:30–6:30 pm, SFU Vancouver To reserve your seat, email isp@sfu.ca or call 778-782-8655.

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“The LBS program was an amazing journey that made me believe in myself and possibilities for my future.

The instructors are knowledgeable in their fields, the courses are interesting, challenging and relevant.”

—Sheryl, LBS alumna

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Centre for Integrated and Credit Studies www.sfu.ca/cstudies/cics/credit E: cstudies@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5094 Continuing Studies works with SFU faculties and departments to offer a wide selection of daytime and evening undergraduate courses at SFU’s Vancouver campus. This spring, courses range from Human Nutrition to Canadian Social Structure. Visit www.sfu.ca/cstudies/cics/credit for current course listings. Enrolment information and advice are available through Registrar and Information Services at 778-782-5000. > Special Audit If you are interested in completing courses without credit, or do not meet the general admission requirements, you may apply as a special audit student. For more information, call 778-782-5134 or email vanc ugrad@sfu.ca.

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A number of options are available to those seeking degree completion. These include evening and weekend undergraduate courses, distance education courses and cohort programs at the downtown Vancouver and Surrey campuses.

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SFU NOW—Nights or weekends www.sfunow.ca E: sfunow-info@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5686 Start a degree, resume interrupted studies, or pursue new areas of personal or professional interest without disrupting your career. SFU NOW: Nights or Weekends offers flexibly scheduled SFU degree courses for working adults.

Classes run evenings and weekends at our downtown Vancouver campus. Choose from a range of courses to suit your goals and your busy schedule. For more details and a schedule of information sessions, please visit the SFU NOW website at www.sfu.ca/sfunow. information session

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SFU NOW Tuesday, January 19, 2010 5:30–6:30 pm, SFU Vancouver To reserve your seat, call 778-782-8655 or email sfunow-info@sfu.ca

SFU NOW course list for Spring 2010 includes: CMNS 130 Explorations in Mass Communication CMNS 253 Intro to Information Technology CMNS 210 Media History CRIM 315 Restorative Justice CRIM 301 Crime in Contemporary Society ENGL 105 Introduction to Issues in Literature and Culture ENGL 206 Nineteenth Century Literatures in English HUM 101 Introduction to the Humanities HUM 350 Great Figures in Humanistic Tradition HUM 331 Studies in Asian Religions POL 210 Introduction to Political Philosophy POL 223 Canadian Political Economy POL 373 Human Security PSYC X99 Brain, Mind and Society SA 100 Perspectives on Canadian Society SA 302 Global Problems and the Culture of Capitalism SA 231 Sociology of Families SPAN 103 Introductory Spanish II MATH 197 Hitchhiker’s Guide to Everyday Math IS 101 Introduction to International Studies: Studying Global Conflict and Co-operation CMPT 120 Introduction to Computing Science and Programming I

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Centre for Online and Distance Education www.sfu.ca/code E: codehelp@sfu.ca T: 778-782-3524 If personal or professional commitments prevent you from attending courses on campus, you may be able to take courses through the Centre for Online and Distance Education (CODE). For the spring 2010 semester, the following options are available either in part or entirely through distance education.

Certificates in: • communication • health and fitness studies • applied human nutrition • liberal arts • sustainable community development • criminology Post-baccalaureate diplomas in: • criminology • education • sustainable community development • gerontology For a complete listing of courses available through CODE, visit www.sfu.ca/code.

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aboriginal programs SFU Continuing Studies has developed several programs designed to help First Nations, Métis and Inuit students succeed in exploring new career opportunities and preparing to pursue post-secondary education. Developed in partnership with government and community organizations, these programs are designed to help Aboriginal learners get ready for the future they envision for themselves.

Aboriginal University Preparation This program is tuition-free.

Full-time, Monday–Friday, January 11–April 9, SFU Surrey The Aboriginal University Preparation Program helps First Nations, Métis and Inuit students build a solid foundation of academic and personal skills to aid in their transition to university. Courses include university-level reading, writing, math and indigenous knowledge in a modern world. Out-ofclass labs and tutoring are available.

The program also covers study skills, managing stress, motivation, wellness and careers in a global environment. This full-time program is scheduled to help participants balance education, work, and personal and family commitments.

For more information, please visit www.sfu.ca/ community, email university-prep@sfu.ca or call 778-782-7107.

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Aboriginal Employment Prep: NEW Training for the Hospitality Industry This program is tuition-free.

Full-time, Monday–Friday, January 18–April 16 SFU Surrey This program gives Aboriginal youth and adults in the Metro Vancouver area the skills and confidence to succeed in a variety of employment settings, including positions in the hospitality industry. The program’s five courses are designed to build knowledge and confidence in a variety of employment-related areas, while field trips and presentations by guest speakers provide an opportunity to develop crucial professional networks.

Courses are scheduled to help participants balance studies with other life commitments. Tutoring and job search support are offered free of charge.

Funding for this program was provided through the Employment Skills Access Program from the BC Labour Market Agreement and Working Together to Keep BC Strong.

For more information, please visit www.sfu.ca/ community, email community-ed@sfu.ca or call 778-782-7107.

Preparing for Health Careers: Aboriginal Pre-Health Program Please contact us for details on the 2010/2011 program.

SFU Surrey The Aboriginal Pre-Health Program provides First Nations, Métis and Inuit high school graduates and mature adults with an opportunity to explore various health career options while building the necessary academic prerequisites to pursue a post-secondary health science program such as nursing, midwifery, or dental hygiene.

Participants are supported throughout their studies by the involvement of First Nations elders, community members, newly trained Aboriginal health practitioners and health professionals. This support is delivered through a combination of one-on-one and small group mentoring, eMentoring, subject-specific tutoring and networking.

This program is supported by Health Canada through the Aboriginal Health and Human Resources Initiative. For more information, please visit www.sfu.ca/healthed, email healthed@sfu.ca or call 778-782-7451.

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career and life planning www.sfu.ca/mpprog E: mpp-info@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5095 The Career and Life Planning area includes foundational training and continuing education for professionals in career services and related fields, as well as courses and seminars for mid-career professionals considering a career change. For information on customized career development courses, call 778-782-8588.

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Career Development Practitioner Certificate This program is offered in both full-time and part-time formats.

Full-time: Monday–Friday, April 12–August 6, 9 am–3 pm, SFU Surrey Part-time: Wednesdays, March 17–November 27, 6:30–9:30 pm and Saturdays, 9 am–4 pm, SFU Surrey The Career Development Practitioner Certificate program will prepare you to facilitate, implement and plan career development for clients with vocational needs. After completion of the program, you will be ready to lead job finding clubs, develop job placements, provide employment counselling and design career development activities. Two supervised practicums ensure that you can transfer your learned skills to the worksite. Two qualification workshops— Personality Dimensions Level 1 Training and Job Finding Club Training—consolidate your work skill level.

Curriculum follows the Canadian Standards and Guidelines for Career Development Practitioners. Graduates of this program meet the training requirements for international certification as a Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF). Our Career Development Theories and Code of Ethics course meets the minimum education requirements to become a Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) and is pre-approved by the BC Career Management Association.

Required courses (440 hours) CPRA 105 Career Development Theories and Code of Ethics CPRA 110 Career Planning, Assessment and Personality Dimensions Level 1 CPRA 115 Information and Computer Research CPRA 120 Job Development and Diverse Groups CPRA 125 Employment and Job Search Skills CPRA 130 Group Facilitation and Job Finding Club CPRA 135 Practicum I CPRA 140 Practicum II CPRA 145 Program Development, Resources Management and Learning Facilitation Tuition for the certificate program (full- and part-time) is $6,700, not including the cost of textbooks. Tuition is non-refundable once the program begins.

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Career Development Practitioner Certificate Thursday, January 7, 7 pm, SFU Surrey Wednesday, February 10, 7 pm, SFU Surrey Wednesday, March 10, 7 pm, SFU Surrey Thursday, May, 13, 7 pm, SFU Surrey Wednesday, June 16, 7 pm, SFU Surrey For more information, or to be added to the email announcement list for the full- or parttime certificate program, call 778-782-8588 or email mpp-info@sfu.ca.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT THEORIES AND CODE OF ETHICS CPRA 105 Part 1 of this course analyzes the strengths and limitations of various career development theories, such as Developmental Theory and Life-as-Career Theory, and provides opportunities to practise applying the theories to career intervention. Emerging theories are also discussed. Part 2 examines the nature and use of the code of ethics as defined in the Canadian Standards and Guidelines for Career Development Practitioners. You will explore ethical issues in the workplace such as confidentiality and conflict of interest and practise using an ethical decision-making model.

You will also learn how to identify stages of the helping process and practise basic helping skills, including the active engagement concept.

CAREER PLANNING, ASSESSMENT and PERSONALITY DIMENSIONS LEVEL 1 CPRA 110 Examine the career planning process and its components, including an action plan, while debunking the 10 myths of career selection. Explore various kinds of psychometric properties, such as differentiation and internal consistency and learn how to administer and apply the results of assessment tools. Put your new knowledge into practice using formal and informal vocational instruments, including Self-directed Search, CoPSystem, Dependable Strengths and CardSort. As part of this course, you will also attend a Personality Dimensions workshop to earn certification as a Level 1 trainer.

Contact us for more information. www.sfu.ca/mpprog E: mpp-info@sfu.ca | T: 778-782-5095

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GROUP FACILITATION AND JOB FINDING CLUB CPRA 130 Experience group dynamics from the inside while studying their application to career development activities. This engaging class explores the stages of employment group development and related group tasks using models such as those of Bruce Tuckman and Norman Amundson and gives students hands-on experience with facilitation techniques like reaction skills, interaction skills and action skills. This course also includes Job Finding Club Training and case management skills training.

“The instructors were great and offered unique perspectives in their area of expertise. Classes were dynamic and focused on developing the skills required to succeed in the employment field.”

—Nick, alumnus, Career Development Practitioner Program

INFORMATION AND COMPUTER RESEARCH CPRA 115 Research various kinds of information related to career planning, including labour market, training and financial information. Collect data, assess their relevancy and accuracy and use them to create a labour market information report. Explore the different classification systems for occupations, jobs and industries, as well as two major types of computer-assisted career guidance (CACG) systems. Apply your learning in an analysis of CACG systems, including TypeFocus, Bridges and Career Cruising, according to their intended clients, content, structure and potential application.

JOB DEVELOPMENT AND DIVERSE GROUPS CPRA 120 Examine the principles of job development, vocational rehabilitation and placement monitoring. Concepts covered include normalization, inclusion, job accommodation, return-to-work hierarchy and duty to accommodate. Learn how to identify the vocational needs of diverse groups, including youths, immigrants and people with disabilities and study options for meeting these needs. Get hands-on practice developing jobs, researching and negotiating employment contracts and writing worksite analysis and task analysis reports.

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PRACTICUM I CPRA 135 Under the supervision of the instructor and on-site supervisor, you will carry out two weeks of full-time duties in an employment program such as a job club, a career exploration program, or a job development program. This is your opportunity to practise your knowledge and skills within real-world client and program systems and to further develop your professional identity by consulting and modelling agency practitioners.

PRACTICUM II CPRA 140 Working full-time at an employment service agency for two weeks, you will integrate and apply theoretical concepts while assisting in various areas, such as screening, employment counselling and career planning. Within this real-world context, learn about the infrastructure and administrative aspects of being a career practitioner, including client management, staff development, community involvement and program marketing. You will also participate in networking activities.

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND LEARNING FACILITATION CPRA 145 Explore the Blueprint for Life/Work Designs, as well as different adult learning styles and effective facilitation skills, such as mind mapping, cooperative learning and role-playing. Learn how to propose, design, promote and evaluate career development programs and how to put that learning into practice. Outline the steps and equipment required to set up an effective career resource centre and develop materials for workshopping key life skills, including communication, time management and conflict resolution. As part of this course, you will also attend a portfolio workshop and receive Contact IV training.

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Structure of Intellect Certificate NEW Level 1 Training CPRA 215 / Fee $1,450 Fridays, March 19 and March 26, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Surrey Saturdays, March 20 and March 27, 9 am–3 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Walter Loewen Structure of Intellect, developed by Dr. Mary Meeker and Dr. Robert Meeker, is an assessment tool widely used to explore individual learning styles and abilities. It can also facilitate career decisionmaking by comparing one’s learning to the learning profiles of various occupations. This four-day course will train you as an SOI Level 1 trainer, enabling you to conduct SOI assessments independently.

Training includes 10 practice assessments and 10 one-on-one consultation sessions.

Career Transition Workshops Personality Dimensions Level 1 Training CPRA 205 / Fee $785 Friday, April 30 and Monday–Tuesday, May 3–4, 9 am–3 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Kon Li Based on research into human motivation and behaviour, Personality Dimensions helps explain the behaviour of people with different personalities. Through a self-discovery process, gain invaluable knowledge in areas such as personal growth, team building, leadership development and career exploration. This three-day course will certify you as a Personality Dimensions Level 1 trainer, capable of facilitating introductory workshops.

Job Finding Club Training CPRA 210 / Fee $685 Thursday–Friday, June 10–11 and Monday–Wednesday, June 14–16, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Blending group workshops with tools and techniques such as the Azrin model helps individuals find work in the shortest time possible.

This course covers skills such as facilitating groups, conducting mini workshops and providing feedback, with trainees involved in a number of group practices. This five-day course will certify you as a Job Finding Club Facilitator.

Shifting to the Next Stage NEW of Your Career CTW 310 / Fee $75 Wednesday, January 20, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Shauna Jones This three-hour workshop is ideal for those who want to make a change in their career and/or find work with more meaning. Identify the motivators that have helped you achieve your current career success and discover the path of your next motivator. This experiential workshop involves guided imagery, life-line exercises and a spectrum approach to career planning.

Implicit Career Search workshop: NEW Finding Meaningful Work that Goes Beyond Passion CTW 300 / Fee $595 Fridays, March 26 and April 9, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Surrey Saturdays, March 27 and April 10, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Shauna Jones Ideal for anyone who is at an early/mid- or late-career transition, this experiential workshop uses a variety of tools and exercises to help participants deepen self-awareness, outline work purpose and develop a plan for the next stage in their careers. Implicit Career Search guides you through two exploratory components: Inner Journey (increasing self-awareness to ensure you make career decisions aligned with your core values) and Outer Journey (preparing you for the five stages of career development so you can work in a way that has meaning for you and still meet your needs). This workshop is the prerequisite for Implicit Career Search Facilitator Training.

Career Management Services

Contact us for more information. www.sfu.ca/mpprog E: mpp-info@sfu.ca | T: 778-782-5095

We are developing services such as counselling, assessment, workshops and training for working professionals who are considering career changes. For more information, call 778-782-8588.

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Dialogue, Negotiation, and Civic Engagement www.sfu.ca/dialogue E: dialogue-info@sfu.ca T: 778-782-7925 In addition to these courses and other occasional workshops, Dialogue Programs offers the community a range of services, including professional development, dialogue convening, facilitation and consultation.

Any of our programs can be adapted into customized offerings to meet the specific needs of your organization. Please contact us at dialogue-info@sfu.ca or call 778-782-7925 to find out more.

Diploma in Dialogue and Negotiation April 6–September 16 Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue, SFU Vancouver Interactive and experiential, this program is designed for those in business, labour, community organizations and government, whose work involves directing negotiation processes such as policy and treaty accords among multiple parties, land use plans, community consultations and human resource development.

Participants gain the conceptual tools to understand and design collaborative decision-making processes using dialogue and negotiation approaches.

Application deadline is February 28, 2010. For details, visit www.sfu.ca/dialogue/study+practice/diploma.html.

Program structure You may register for the Diploma (based on an application process) or take individual courses. All Diploma candidates must complete all course assignments for six core courses and a practicum.

DLOG 901 Facilitation, Dialogue and Leadership DLOG 902 Negotiating Agreements among Multiple Interests: Principles and Approaches DLOG 903 Designing Processes for Collaborative Decision-Making DLOG 904 Creative Approaches for Transforming Conflict across Cultures DLOG 950 Practicum and Capstone Paper—Project Design and Planning (1 day face-to-face and ongoing coaching and support) For declared Diploma students only DLOG 906 Experiences in Dialogue and Negotiation DLOG 907 Evaluating and Sustaining Agreements Tuition for the full diploma program is $6,000 and includes all course materials. Tuition is non-refundable once the program begins. If space permits, you may register for individual courses.

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The following courses may be taken individually or as part of the Diploma in Dialogue and Negotiation. Fee $950 per course.

Facilitation, Dialogue and Leadership DLOG 901 / April 6–7, SFU Vancouver This skill-building course explores effective methods for hosting and managing dialogue-based processes.

Negotiating Agreements Among Multiple Interests: Principles and Approaches DLOG 902 / April 8–9 , SFU Vancouver Concepts, principles and theories of negotiation provide a foundation for reaching agreements.

Designing Processes for Collaborative Decision-Making DLOG 903 / June 21–22, SFU Vancouver Key concepts related to shared decision-making are explored, including principles of consensus, rules of procedure, roles and responsibilities. Case examples and experiential exercises are used throughout.

Creative Approaches for Transforming Conflict Across Cultures DLOG 904 / June 23–24 , SFU Vancouver Examine the sources of conflict, learn the models for conflict transformation and gain a framework for responding to situations that can derail collaboration.

Practicum and Capstone Paper—Project Design and Planning DLOG 950 / June 25 & September 17 , SFU Vancouver Declared Diploma students only This practicum focuses on the practical aspects of process design for a collaborative multi-party negotiation. Final projects are presented to and reviewed by a panel of experts. Coaching support is provided.

Experiences in Dialogue and Negotiation DLOG 906 / September 13–14 , SFU Vancouver Complex scenarios illustrate the principles and practices of good quality process design. Effective tools and strategies are taught through experiential learning activities.

Evaluating and Sustaining Agreements DLOG 907 / September 15–16, SFU Vancouver Learn how to integrate evaluation feedback into your process design through discussion of methodologies and case examples.

LEading Dialogue: A Bespoke Workshop You recognize the need for more dialogue in your organization, work team, community engagement activities, or policy consultations, but where do you begin? Dialogue Programs can design a tailor-made workshop for your organization that will introduce you to the art and practice of dialogue. Through interactive exercises and theorybased instruction, develop the tools and mental models you need to lead dialogue within your unique context. Call 778-782-7925 or email dialogue-info@sfu.ca to explore a customized workshop for your organization.

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Certificate in Dialogue and Civic Engagement September 2010–March 2011 Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue, SFU Vancouver This program is designed for learners involved in community and/ or civic engagement activities and for those who see this work becoming more central to their responsibilities. Participants learn how to design and implement a range of engagement models that create and structure good practice in a variety of settings and situations.

For details, visit www.sfu.ca/dialogue/study+practice/ certificate.html.

Program structure You may register for the certificate or take workshops individually.

Individual course registration is available at the discretion of the Program Director. Please note DLOG 700 is a pre-requisite for all three-day courses (DLOG 701, 702 and 703), but it is not required for workshops DLOG 750, 751, 752 and 753.

To qualify for the certificate, you must complete all four core courses, a minimum of two skills workshops and a practicum/field project.

DLOG 700 DLOG 701 DLOG 702 DLOG 703 DLOG 750 DLOG 751 DLOG 752 DLOG 753 DLOG 790

Dialogue and Engagement—Principles and Concepts The Practice of Engagement Citizens Engaging Citizens: Issues and Practices Public Issues and Engagement Hosting Powerful Conversations—Introduction to World Café Large-scale Public Involvement Methods: Deliberative Polling and 21st-Century Town Hall Engaging “Hard to Reach” Publics Arts-based Dialogue and Methods Dialogue and Civic Engagement Practicum

Declared certificate students are eligible for a 15% discount when they register and pay in full for all four courses, two workshops and the practicum.

The following courses may be taken individually or as part of the Certificate in Dialogue and Civic Engagement. Four courses are required for declared certificate students. Tuition for each course is $550, or $467.50 with the certificate discount. Each workshop is $300, or $255 with the certificate discount. Two workshops are required for certificate students. courses Dialogue and Engagement—Principles and Concepts DLOG 700 / 3 days, SFU Vancouver This course provides the conceptual foundation for the certificate program. Students learn key frameworks for understanding the nature and core elements of dialogue and civic engagement, the power dynamics involved in engagement and how to choose the right dialogue process for different kinds of issues and contexts.

The Practice of Engagement DLOG 701 / 3 days, SFU Vancouver What are the steps involved in designing, implementing and learning from an effective citizen engagement process? This course covers the entire design process, with a focus on action and change as a result of the engagement.

Citizens Engaging Citizens: Issues and Practices DLOG 702 / 3 days, SFU Vancouver Many community, neighbourhood or grassroots organizations work across horizontal lines—citizens working with other citizens. The main objective of this course is to build the skills needed to create robust social networks that assist this kind of work.

Public Issues and Engagement DLOG 703 / 3 days, SFU Vancouver Dialogue and engagement help mediate power differences, deepen understanding of issues and choices and assist with wise deliberation on tough problems. Examine a range of public issues and challenges, and the benefits of rich, structured dialogue and effective engagement. skills workshops Hosting Powerful Conversations—Introduction to World Café and Open Space Technology DLOG 750 / 1 day, SFU Vancouver Learn the theory and practice of two effective conversation-based methods for dialogue. Discover how to frame powerful questions and engage the people to best answer them.

Large-Scale Public Involvement Methods: Deliberative Polling and 21st-Century Town Hall DLOG 751 / 1 day, SFU Vancouver This workshop examines two popular methods for large-scale dialogue-based citizen engagement on public policy issues: deliberative polling and the 21st-Century town hall. Both processes help citizens learn about an issue, create space for in-depth discussion and generate detailed feedback on public policy options.

Engaging “Hard to Reach” Publics DLOG 752 / 1 day, SFU Vancouver Why is engagement in traditional venues of political participation declining? Why are “hard to reach” communities not participating in some meetings and events? Explore issues of marginalization, diversity and inclusion and identify barriers to participation and engagement while learning engagement tools.

Arts-based Dialogue and Methods DLOG 753 / 1 day, SFU Vancouver You don’t need to be an artist to work effectively with arts-based engagement methods. Explore powerful examples drawing on a range of artistic media that bring diverse perspectives and people together to better understand and address complex public issues.

Dialogue and Civic Engagement Practicum DLOG 790 / Multiple days, SFU Vancouver Using criteria for successful engagement, develop and execute plans for your own dialogic engagement projects. Receive professional and peer feedback through in-class critiques and one-on-one faculty meetings. On the final day, students will discuss the progress and outcomes of their projects.

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community and urban planning www.sfu.ca/city or blog at www.sfucity.wordpress.com E: city@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5254 Are you a mid-career professional seeking greater knowledge?

The City Program brings together the best teachers and speakers from the field to explain the urban world as we know it and envision how it could be. Disciplines covered include planning, transportation, architecture, landscape architecture, land-use economics, heritage, real estate development and urban design.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSE Real Estate Development from the Inside Out 6 Mondays, March 8–April 19, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver CITY 755 / Fee $395 Gain valuable insight into the real estate industry. This course discusses the process, the players and how they interrelate and what makes developers tick.

Sustainable Community Development Certificate

Core courses CITY 910 Foundation in Sustainable Community Development (Fall 2010) CITY 911 Applications in Sustainable Community Development (Fall 2010) CITY 912 Sustainable Economics for the Real World (Fall 2010) CITY 913 Making Change Happen—Building Commitment

to Create Sustainability CITY 914 Integrating Social Dimensions into Sustainability CITY 915 Sustainable Community Development Studio Electives (choice of two) CITY 903 Strategic Decision-Making for Sustainable Results CITY 906 Communicating Sustainability for Awareness, Accountability and Action CITY 904 Urban Transportation: Planning and Designing for Sustainability CITY 905 Leading Edge Solutions to House Everyone CITY 901 Tackling Climate Change—Going Carbon Neutral and Beyond CITY 907 Green Economy Frontiers and Opportunities CITY TBA Special Topics (courses addressing emerging issues) Tuition is $4,600 if paid in full before courses begin. This is a 15% discount ($800) on paying for each course individually.

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Making Change Happen—building commitment to create sustainability Friday–Saturday, January 22–23, 9 am–5:30 pm, SFU Vancouver CITY 913 / Fee $600 Learn how to influence and promote organizational and social change in support of sustainability goals.

Integrating Social Dimensions into Sustainability Friday–Saturday, March 19–20, 9 am–5:30 pm, SFU Vancouver CITY 914 / Fee $600 When social dimensions of sustainability are not addressed, issues like race and ethnicity, class, affordable housing, employment and individual identity can derail projects with even the most laudable environmental intentions. Learn how to address “soft” issues of social justice and equity when tackling “hard” environmental issues and discover win-win solutions that bridge social and environmental goals.

Green Economy Frontiers and Opportunities Friday–Saturday, April 16–17, 9 am–5:30 pm, SFU Vancouver CITY 907 / Fee $600 Sustainable Community Development Studio Thursday–Saturday May 27–29, 9 am–5:30 pm, Location TBA CITY 915 / Fee $900. Prerequisites apply.

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Sustainability is a six-syllable word with a dozen definitions.

But what do you really need to know when the world around you is changing so fast? SFU’s City Program and the Centre for Sustainable Community Development offer a certificate designed to give mid-career learners the practical information they need today, from the most experienced consultants and instructors available. This flexible program comprises eight two- and three-day intensive courses that can be completed in 10 to 18 months.

The following courses may be taken individually or as part of the Sustainable Community Development Certificate. The 2010 cohort application deadline is July 16, 2010.

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Urban Design Certificate This interdisciplinary program features two- and three-day intensive courses taught by leading urban design practitioners.

Drawing on the expertise of architects, landscape architects, planners, engineers, economists, sociologists, real estate professionals and lawyers, as well as the collective knowledge and experiences of the public, courses take an interdisciplinary approach to current Western Canadian urban design issues.

Core courses CITY 780 Theory and Practice (Fall 2010) CITY 786 Visual Communication (Fall 2010) CITY 785 Economic Fundamentals (Fall 2010) CITY 778 Studio I—Analytic Tools CITY 787 Ecological Planning and Sustainable Design CITY 779 Studio II—Synthesis of Urban Form Electives (choice of two) CITY 781 Alternative Development Approaches CITY 783 Designing Integrated Neighbourhoods CITY 791 Implementation Methods CITY 790 Planning for Transportation and Accessibility CITY 789 Public Realm CITY 784 Urban Revitalization CITY TBA Special Topics Tuition is $4,600 if paid in full before courses begin. This is a 15% discount ($800) on paying for each course individually.

The following courses may be taken individually or as part of the Urban Design Certificate. The 2010 cohort application deadline is July 16, 2010. urban design: Studio I—Analytic Tools Thursday–Saturday, January 14–16, 9 am–5:30 pm, SFU Surrey CITY 778 / Fee $900 or cohort $800 Studio I focuses on inventory and analysis in urban design, including key concepts of site reading skills, site signatures and placemaking. Prerequisites apply. urban design: Ecological Planning and Sustainable Design Friday–Saturday, March 12–13, 9 am–5:30 pm, SFU Vancouver CITY 787 / Fee $600 or cohort $525 Integrate ecological planning into the urban design process focusing on themes of components, process and stewardship.

“The program increased my knowledge and gave me new planning tools and techniques—and the confidence to apply the principles in my country.”

—Paula, alumna, Urban Design Certificate

urban design: Alternative Development approaches Friday–Saturday, April 30–May 1, 9 am–5:30 pm, SFU Vancouver CITY 781 / Fee $600 or cohort $525 Learn the principles of alternative development approaches. Case studies, barriers and breakthrough strategies are examined. urban design: Studio II—Synthesis of Urban Form Thursday–Saturday, June 3–5, 9 am–5:30 pm, SFU Surrey CITY 779 / Fee $900 or cohort $800 Studio II builds on the work done in Studio I, moving into design and implementation. Prerequisites apply.

Contact us for more information. www.sfu.ca/city E: city@sfu.ca | T: 778-782-5254

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health and wellness www.sfu.ca/healthed E: healthed@sfu.ca T: 778-782-7451 Health and wellness are important to all of us. Continuing Health Education at SFU offers training programs for health care professionals and organizations and delivers the latest knowledge on healthy lifestyles, physical and mental fitness and health literacy to individuals and communities.

Diploma in Rehabilitation Management This program runs November 2009–June 2010 and mid-program applications are accepted at any time. Classes take place at SFU Surrey.

This part-time, professional diploma program is designed for people working within the health community who have a professional interest in rehabilitation or disability management.

Course content prepares graduates to understand the role that medical, psychological and ergonomic assessments play; make accommodations in the workplace; and work with an employer to make appropriate and ethical decisions in the return-to-work (RTW) process.

This program is pre-approved for continuing education credits from the Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada (VRAC) and the BC Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK). Some individual courses are also pre-approved as Registered Rehabilitation Professional (RRP) core competency requirements.

Required courses (175 hours) REH 121 The Importance of Addressing Mental Health Issues in Rehabilitation Management REH 122 Program Evaluation REH 123 Canadian Labour History and Culture for Rehabilitation Professionals REH 124 Ethics REH 125 Medical Disabilities—Physical Medicine REH 126 Assessments in Rehabilitation Management REH 127 Ergonomics in Rehabilitation Management REH 128 Accommodations REH 129 Working Alliances REH 130 The Return-to-Work Process in Rehabilitation Management Tuition for the full diploma program is $5,000 and includes the cost of course materials.

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The following courses may be taken individually or as part of the Diploma in Rehabilitation Management.

The Importance of Addressing Mental Health Issues in Rehabilitation Management REH 121 / Fee $450 Fall 2010 dates TBA, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Henry Harder Mental health issues are the single fastest growing cause of absence from work. Participants will gain an understanding of mental health issues in general and more specifically the impact of these issues on the workplace. The impact of leaving these issues untreated will also be discussed.

Program Evaluation REH 122 / Fee $225 Fall 2010 dates TBA, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Henry Harder Master the essentials of designing return-to-work, rehabilitation and disability management program evaluations. Skills learned include how to interpret and present results to accurately reflect the value of such programs.

Canadian Labour History and Culture for Rehabilitation Professionals REH 123 / Fee $225 Saturday, March 27, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Mark Leier Using group discussions, films, primary documents, lectures and roleplaying, participants will gain a better understanding of how unions developed, why the perspectives of organized workers may differ from those of business professionals and why labour relations often seem driven by conflict rather than dispute-resolution.

s i m o n f r a s e r u n i v e r s i t y > Co n t i n u i n g st u d i e s > h e a lt h Ethics REH 124 / Fee $675 Fall 2010 dates TBA, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Dean Powers Develop the skills to identify and successfully resolve ethical dilemmas by applying accepted ethical principles and accounting for established rules and policies. Group analysis of vignettes and case studies assist in learning.

Medical Disabilities—Physical Medicine REH 125 / Fee $450 Thursday–Saturday, January 14–16, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Gurdeep Parhar Designed to improve interaction between rehabilitation professionals and their clients, this workshop offers a systematic approach to understanding the anatomy and physiology of the human body. The progression and prognosis of chronic illnesses and their resulting impact on individual’s functioning ability will also be reviewed.

Assessments in Rehabilitation Management REH 126 / Fee $675 Thursday–Saturday, February 4–6, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Avita Sharma Gain a foundational understanding of available assessments and how to use their results to design appropriate interventions. Explore the types of assessments available, the benefits and limitations of these assessments, how to determine a qualified provider of these services and how assessment results impact case management.

Ergonomics in Rehabilitation Management REH 127 / Fee $675 Thursday–Saturday, March 4–6, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Dan Robinson Gain a foundational understanding of ergonomics and develop preliminary skills in the application of a human-centered systems approach to evaluating work and designing appropriate interventions.

Practise an ergonomic approach and specific techniques through individual and group exercises and case studies.

Accommodations REH 128 / Fee $675 Friday, March 26 and Friday–Saturday, April 23–24, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructors: Susan O’Donnell, Dr. Dan Robinson, Katrina Tilley and Patricia Woods This session introduces human rights legislation and explores the duty to accommodate and the responsibilities of all parties to a human rights complaint. Participants will also discuss the role universal design and assistive devices play in accommodating individuals returning to work after illness or injury.

“The Program was an excellent way to earn a university diploma without taking substantial time off work. I was very impressed with the calibre of the instructors and the quality of the material taught.”

—Rajeev, alumnus, Diploma in Rehabilitation Management

Working Alliances REH 129 / Fee $675 Thursday–Saturday, May 13–15, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Jody Hawley Learn to develop sustainable relationships among rehabilitation practitioners, their clients, employers, unions and community stakeholders. Improve communication skills among individuals, groups and organizations involved in the integration of people with disabilities into the workplace.

The Return-to-Work Process in Rehabilitation Management REH 130 / Fee $675 Thursday–Saturday, June 10–12, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Dr. Henry Harder This course introduces the RTW process and teaches students a person-centered approach to managing it. Participants will consider all aspects of a person’s recovery and examine the role of all persons involved in the successful recovery and durable RTW process.

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Languages and Cross-Cultural Communication Enter a whole new culture through a foreign tongue, or polish up your language skills. Our courses are offered at various levels to satisfy a wide range of needs.

> English Language and Culture www.sfu.ca/elc | elc@sfu.ca | 778-782-5126 The English Language and Culture (ELC) Program has been preparing students for academic and professional success since 1995. In addition to full-time immersion English programs, a range of evening courses taught in a highly interactive classroom environment helps participants improve their English communication skills and broaden their cultural understanding.

We can also provide customized programs for groups of working professionals from the local community and abroad. For more information, call 778-782-5174 or visit www.sfu.ca/elc. immersion english Learn or improve your English in an experiential and interactive environment. While studying at the introductory, intermediate or advanced level, you will practise the language skills needed for academic and business success in Canada and develop an understanding of North American culture.

Full-time Three-month Immersion English ELC 501 / Fee $4,200 Monday–Friday, 25 hours per week, SFU Vancouver Full-time Two-month Immersion English ELC 503 / Fee $2,800 Monday–Friday, 25 hours per week, SFU Vancouver Full-time One-month Immersion English ELC 512 / Fee $1,400 Monday–Friday, 25 hours per week, SFU Vancouver english in the workplace Workplace Culture and Communication

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ELC 506 / Fee $1,400 Wednesday evenings 6:30–9:30 pm and Saturdays 10 am–3:30 pm (8 hours per week), starting March 2010, SFU Surrey This three-month program is designed for non-native English speakers who are either working or planning to work in Canada.

Through targeted, hands-on study and practice, participants enhance their verbal and written English abilities while becoming familiar with the cultural nuances of communication in a North American business context.

This program consists of the following three courses: • Business Writing—Focusing on business and professional communication, you will learn to accurately and concisely convey business information in written form.

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• Professional Communication Skills—This course emphasizes effective interpersonal, group and intercultural communication in the Canadian office environment. Areas of focus include handling telephone conversations, networking, participating in meetings, negotiating, making presentations and interviews.

• Canadian Business Culture—Explore various aspects of business culture by focusing on everyday issues such as understanding workplace expectations; dealing with conflict; adapting to differing management styles; and giving and receiving criticism. evening english programs ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS ELC 552 / Fee $490 / SFU Vancouver and SFU Surrey 10 Tuesdays, January 12–March 16, 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Tuesdays, April 13–June 15, 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Tuesdays, July 13–September 14, 6:30–9:30 pm This upbeat course is designed for people who wish to improve their fluency and expressiveness in English. You will work on your presentation skills, including your pronunciation, intonation, rhythm and stress. Body language, emotional expression, use of idiomatic language and persuasive skills will be practised through in-class speeches, monologues, interviews and role-plays.

NORTH AMERICAN BUSINESS CULTURE ELC 555 / Fee $490 / SFU Vancouver and SFU Surrey 10 Thursdays, January 14–March 18, 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Thursdays, April 15–June 17, 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Thursdays, July 15–September 16, 6:30–9:30 pm Designed for non-native English speakers, this course reviews verbal and written forms of North American business communication.

Areas of focus include handling telephone conversations, networking, participating in meetings, negotiating, making presentations and conducting interviews. You will also practise writing email messages, business letters, memos and resumes.

IELTS PREPARATION ELC 550 / Fee $490 / SFU Vancouver and SFU Surrey 10 Mondays, January 11–March 15, 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Mondays, April 12–June 21 (no class on May 24), 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Mondays, July 5–September 21 (no class on August 2 and September 6), 6:30–9:30 pm Prepare for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam by improving the English language skills you need to succeed: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Learn to isolate the correct answer by skimming and scanning English texts, read contextual clues, interpret ideas, express opinions and elaborate upon answers.

ACADEMIC READING AND WRITING ELC 554 / Fee $490 / SFU Vancouver and SFU Surrey 10 Wednesdays, January 13–March 17, 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Wednesdays, April 14–June 16, 6:30–9:30 pm 10 Wednesdays, July 14–September 15, 6:30–9:30 pm A must for anyone who wants to succeed in a North American academic setting, this course helps non-native English-speaking university and college students to improve their understanding of course materials and writing of course assignments. Topics include the tools required for presenting information and building persuasive arguments in clear and cohesive written forms.

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> asian language and Culture Bank An innovative new on-demand language and cultural program is coming soon to SFU Continuing Studies. Courses will be created based on student requests.

• Morning Tea in Cantonese/Mandarin/Korean • Afternoon Tea in Punjabi • Chinese Youth Camp/After-school courses • Chinese Business Culture and Survival Mandarin for Professionals Send your course suggestions to language@sfu.ca or call us at 778-782-5118.

> CHINESE —CANTONESE AND MANDARIN www.sfu.ca/chinese | language@sfu.ca | 778-782-5118 The Chinese Culture and Communication Program has been offering cross-cultural communication and interactive language courses in Cantonese and Mandarin Chinese for 20 years. Develop your proficiency in Chinese and enhance your knowledge of Chinese culture while learning alongside people with similar interests. In addition to regular beginner, intermediate and advanced language courses, we offer specialized interest courses and customized training in language and culture.

Visit www.sfu.ca/chinese for the most current schedules and registration. To reserve your seat, register at least seven business days before the course start date. An individual proficiency assessment is required before registering in courses beyond Beginning Level I. Classes take place at SFU Vancouver.

Cantonese Beginning Level I DLCC 100 Please refer to Asian Language and Culture Bank, above.

Beginning Level II DLCC 102 This course strengthens and refines your knowledge on statement formation, verbs and vocabulary. Various daily topics are covered.

Advanced Level I DLCC 300 This course refines pronunciation, conversation fluency and vocabulary acquisition to meet the needs of advanced students.

Mandarin Beginning Level I DLCM 100 Please refer to Asian Language and Culture Bank, above.

> KOREAN www.sfu.ca/korean | language@sfu.ca | 778-782-5118 The Korean Culture and Communication Program has been offering interactive language courses at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels since 1992. Develop your proficiency in Korean and enhance your knowledge of Korean culture while learning alongside people with similar interests.

Visit www.sfu.ca/korean for the most current schedules and registration. To reserve your seat, register at least seven business days before the course start date. An individual proficiency assessment is required before registering in courses beyond Beginning Level I. Classes take place at SFU Vancouver.

Interactive Korean: Beginning Level I LPKN 101 Please refer to Asian Language and Culture Bank, left.

Interactive Korean: Beginning Level II LPKN 102 Through interactive exercises and audio visual aids, you will develop basic proficiency in grammatical structure, pronunciation rules and vocabulary.

> PUNJABI www.sfu.ca/punjabi | language@sfu.ca | 778-782-5118 Improve your ability to communicate with clients, friends and family members who speak Punjabi. Courses are suitable for beginners or those of Punjabi heritage who wish to reconnect with their cultural roots. We offer both adult and youth courses.

Visit www.sfu.ca/punjabi for the most current schedules and registration. To reserve your seat, register at least seven business days before the course start date. An individual proficiency assessment is required before registering in courses beyond Beginners I. Classes take place at SFU Surrey.

Punjabi Beginners I LPPJ 101 Please refer to Asian Language and Culture Bank, above.

Punjabi Beginners II LPPJ 102 Improve your knowledge of grammar, sentence structure, adjectives, pronouns and postpositions. punjabi for youth Punjabi Language and Culture Program for Youth LPPJ 010 With an engaging curriculum that centres on Punjabi culture and cultural identities, this rigorous program helps youth with a Punjabi background get or stay connected to their linguistic and cultural roots. For the current schedule and registration information, visit www.sfu.ca/punjabi.

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Diploma in Interpretation and Translation (Mandarin Chinese/English) Monday–Thursday, September 7, 2010–April 28, 2011, 9:30 am–3:30 pm, SFU Vancouver

The Interpretation and Translation Program (ITP) at Simon Fraser University is dedicated to training linguistically and culturally fluent bilinguals who are able to facilitate cross-cultural communication in a variety of professional settings. Over the years, the courses, workshops and programs offered by ITP have benefited many aspiring trainees with its practical and unconventional methodology, which has pioneered interpreter training in North America.

To register for any of our programs or workshops, please visit www.sfu.ca/aip and download our application form.

This eight-month, full-time post-undergraduate diploma program focuses on essential interpreting skills, hands-on interpretation, and necessary language upgrading with an emphasis on crosscultural analysis. Graduates of this program are eligible for membership in the Society of Translators and Interpreters of British Columbia (STIBC).

Students gain practical experience interpreting in a variety of real-world professional settings and may also participate in international conferences. Both activities provide ample opportunity to build potential business contacts within the Greater Vancouver area and abroad.

Translation Workshops English/Chinese Translation Workshop Thursdays, April 8–June 24, 6:30–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Fee $720 includes all course materials

Required courses (620 hours) • Context Interpretation • Interpreting Skills • News Analysis and Interpretation • Interpreting Field Trip • Translation Practice • Language Enhancement • North American Cultural Studies

English/Japanese Translation Workshop Tuesdays, April 6–June 22, 6:30–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Fee $750 includes all course materials These part-time, 12-week courses are designed for aspiring bilinguals who want to pursue a career as freelance translators in North America. Each course focuses on hands-on translation practice between English and Chinese or Japanese, depending on the chosen language stream.

Tuition is $13,000 and includes all course materials.

Topics covered: • introduction to translation practice • contrastive analysis of English syntax and Chinese or Japanese syntax • editing techniques • review of hardware and software needed for translators • overview of the translation market in North America • how to build a client base • pricing and time management for freelance translators • professional certification in BC and Canada

certificate program in Interpretation and Translation (Mandarin Chinese/English) and japanese/english Monday–Friday, May 3–July 23, 9:30 am–3:30 pm, SFU Vancouver The Certificate Program in Interpretation and Translation is a 12-week full-time program open to both native Japanese and Mandarin Chinese speakers. The Certificate Program is based on the same pedagogical approach developed in the Diploma Program and consists of courses that provide students with the fundamental skills of interpretation and translation. Individuals wanting to gain a basic understanding of the role of interpreters and translators while at the same time improving their language skills will be interested in this program. Graduates of this program are eligible to become members of the Society of Translators and Interpreters of British Columbia (STIBC).

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Required courses (300 hours) • Context Interpretation • Introduction to Interpreting Skills • News Interpretation • Tape Interpretation • Translation Practice • Spoken English Enhancement • Written English Enhancement • Cultural Studies Tuition is $5,000 and includes all course materials.

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seniors program www.sfu.ca/seniors E: seniors@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5212 This spring, the Seniors Program is continuing its expansion, with even more academically challenging and intellectually stimulating non-credit courses than last year. Because of the Olympics, however, our courses will feature fewer sessions, all of which will be expanded from the usual 2 hours to 2.5 hours in length. Each course will have four sessions, the first of which will begin in early January. The second series of courses will begin in early March. We will also present two free Saturday Seniors Forums (see page 4), in addition to launching two new Outreach DVDs. To learn more about our exciting spring program, including detailed course descriptions, pricing and information on our instructors, visit www.sfu.ca/seniors or call 778-782-5212 to request your copy of the Seniors Program course guide. Classes fill up quickly, so early registration is recommended.

The Seniors Program Non-credit Certificate in The Liberal Arts The Seniors Program Non-Credit Certificate in the Liberal Arts is awarded to seniors who complete at least eight courses offered by our program with a minimum of 128 contact hours. Most of our non-credit courses are two hours long and run for six weeks. Therefore, a six-week course consists of 12 contact hours that can be applied toward the 128 contact hours required for the certificate. (Please note: these regular scheduled times will change for the Spring 2010 term only.) There are no grades or examinations in the certificate program. Instead, seniors are required to complete a short paper.

Participants in the certificate program pay the regular course registration fees plus an additional $20 administrative fee per course. Those who complete the Certificate in the Liberal Arts become members of the Simon Fraser University Alumni Association and are entitled to all the rights and privileges associated with alumni status.

For further information, please contact the Seniors Program at 778-782-5212 or email seniors@sfu.ca.

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The following courses may be taken individually or as part of the Non-Credit Certificate in the Liberal Arts.

THE LIFE AND TIMES OF JESUS OF NAZARETH SCFC 506 / Fee $78 4 Mondays, January 4–25, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver Was Jesus a rabbi, faith healer or magician? Was he a wandering teacher, a political revolutionary or a social reformer? Join us for an intriguing exploration of this historical figure.

MUSIC DRAMA AFTER WAGNER: THE OPERAS OF DEBUSSY AND RAVEL SCFC 507 / Fee $78 4 Mondays, January 4–25, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver In addition to providing a detailed analysis of Debussy’s masterpiece, this course considers the wider problem of French opera composers coming to terms with the awesome influence of German music drama.

HISTORY OF WESTERN POLITICAL THOUGHT SCFC 508 / Fee $78 4 Mondays, January 4–25, 2–4:20 pm, SFU Vancouver This introduction to the history of Western political thought explores its most influential thinkers, including Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx, Mill, Weber and Nietzsche.

HOT TOPICS: READING THE MEDIA SCFC 509 / Fee $78 4 Tuesdays, January 5–26, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver Join this exciting forum on a variety of breaking news stories. After a short lecture by the instructor on a current event, students engage in well-informed discussion of the media’s reaction and coverage.

IMPORTANT ECONOMIC POLICY ISSUES FACING CANADIANS TODAY SCFC 510 / Fee $78 4 Tuesdays, January 5–26, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver Class lectures and discussion explore three key economic topics: mass immigration’s impact on Canadian living standards, the proposed creation of a North American Monetary Union and the Amero, and the unexpected costs of social programs.

SELECTED TOPICS IN CLASSICAL JEWISH THOUGHT SCFC 511 / Fee $83 (includes photocopy fee) 4 Tuesdays, January 5–26, 2–4:20 pm, SFU Vancouver Take a fascinating 3800-year tour of one of the world’s oldest religions.

Explorations include a historical and practical overview of the written Torah, as well as Judaism’s oral tradition.

THE ACTIVIST POETRY AND POLITICS OF THE VANCOUVER eight SCFC 512 / Fee $78 4 Wednesdays, January 6–27, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver How has underground poetry influenced the evolution of Vancouver’s history? The impact of poets Earle Birney, Phyllis Webb, Maxine Gadd, bill bissett, Jeff Derksen, Deanna Ferguson, Roger Farr and The Sybils (Rita Wong and Larissa Lai) are considered, among others.

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r e a dy f o r m o r e THE FAIRNESS FACTOR: HOW RESPONSES TO UNFAIRNESS SHAPE OUR WORLDS SCFC 515 / Fee $78 4 Thursdays, January 7–28, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver We are born into social worlds characterized by the unequal distribution of authority, power and influence. Yet most of us continually search for evidence of fairness in the universe. Is “fairness sensitivity” genetically programmed, or does it arise through direct social experience? How has it fuelled the development of laws and institutions? This course examines the concept of fairness and its greater implications.

REVEALERS AND REVELATIONS: A CLOSER LOOK AT six PIVOTAL RELIGIOUS FIGURES SCFC 516 / Fee $78 4 Thursdays, January 7–28, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver Take a fresh look at the founders of six world religions, the status of their messages and their impact on global history. Sessions focus on four key themes: Moses and Jesus, Krishna and Buddha, and Muhammad and Bahaullah, and re-discovering revelation despite post-modernism.

“I received my English degree in the 1970s and I’m glad to be back at university, and taking courses on Eliot, Lawrence and Joyce. I enjoy the intelligent class discussions and debates we engage in each term.”

—Karen, Seniors Program student

WORKING IMAGES: AN INTRODUCTION TO VISUAL ANTHROPOLOGY SCFC 513 / Fee $78 4 Wednesdays, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, January 6–27, SFU Vancouver Anthropologists and other academics have long argued that culture is learned in practice. Through lectures based on case studies, film, short readings and some in-class activities, expand your understanding of “working images.”

REMARKABLE PRIME MINISTERS: KING, MACDONALD, TRUDEAU AND LAURIER SCFC 514 / Fee $78 4 Wednesdays, 2–4:20 pm, January 6–27, SFU Vancouver The lives of these four leaders helped shape our country and its character. Explore their personalities, proclivities and legacies in this illuminating course.

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A CRASH COURSE ON JAZZ: BIG BANDS, INSTRUMENTALISTS, BE–BOP, COOL SCHOOL and GREAT VOCALISTS SCFC 517 / Fee $78 4 Fridays, January 8–29, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver Add a rich layer of historical knowledge to your jazz appreciation.

“Meet” some of the jazz greats, explore the social times that propelled this enduring art form and discuss its place in music history.

WORSHIPPING IN THE LAND OF OLYMPUS: GREEK SANCTUARIES SCFC 518 / Fee $78 4 Fridays, January 8–29, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver Expand your understanding of ancient Greek culture in this interesting overview. Discussions examine sanctuaries of the ancient Greek world and their varied purposes, from healing centres to political propaganda machines.

EASTERN WISDOM FOR MODERN LIFE: CONFUCIUS SCFC 535 / Fee $78 4 Thursdays, January 7–28, 2–4:20 pm, SFU Vancouver Get to know Confucius and his values, including filial piety, honesty, humanity, loyalty and righteousness, as well as his emphasis on education.

THE ART OF POLITICAL DOUBLESPEAK SCFC 519 / Fee $78 4 Fridays, January 8–29, 2–4:20 pm, SFU Vancouver Call it what you might, the calculated misuse of language has become an important political tool. Examine the attitudes, agendas, behaviours and consequences of politicians and their aides when they engage in “doublespeak.”

s i m o n f r a s e r u n i v e r s i t y > Co n t i n u i n g st u d i e s > s e n i o r s PETRARCH AND HIS WORLD: THE STORY OF “THE FATHER OF HUMANISM” SCFC 520 / Fee $78 4 Mondays, March 8–29, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver The work of the great poet Petrarch is only enriched by an understanding of his time—a world so seemingly different from ours, yet fraught with uncannily modern challenges.

BIBLICAL FIGURES IN THE QUR’AN SCFC 525 / Fee $78 4 Tuesdays, March 9–30, 2–4:20 pm, SFU Vancouver According to Muslim parlance, Jews and Christians are described as “People of the Book” and portrayed (like Muslims) as recipients of Scriptures revealed by God. Broaden your understanding in this fascinating course on some of the key Christian figures of the Qur’an.

CHARLES DARWIN: HIS LIFE AND IDEAS SCFC 521 / Fee $78 4 Mondays, March 8–29, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver Beginning with the ideas that influenced Darwin’s work, this course explores the great thinker’s life and times, his theory of evolution and natural selection and the enduring effects his ideas have had on our world.

GLORIOUS EXCESS: THE AGONY AND ECSTASY IN BRITISH ROMANTIC POETS FROM BLAKE TO KEATS SCFC 526 / Fee $78 4 Wednesdays, March 10–31, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver Enjoy some of the most beautiful and sensual poetry ever written in this introduction to great poets of the Romantic Movement, including William Blake, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Lord Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley and John Keats.

THE FASCINATING WORLD OF GEOFFREY CHAUCER AND THE CANTERBURY TALES SCFC 522 / Fee $83 (includes photocopy fee) 4 Mondays, March 8–29, 2–4:20 pm, SFU Vancouver Studying six of the tales within the complex medieval context that shaped Chaucer’s writing, learn to read this important text with an informed, critical and appreciative mind.

THE WOMAN AS HERO IN WESTERN LITERATURE SCFC 523 / Fee $78 4 Tuesdays, March 9–30, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver Through exciting readings and lively discussions, examine how writers have long used the strong woman protagonist to illuminate and criticize woman’s disenfranchisement in western society.

THE HISTORY AND FUTURE OF MONEY—A NEW TWIST SCFC 528 / Fee $78 4 Wednesdays, March 10–31, 2–4:20 pm, SFU Vancouver We are experiencing one of the most interesting intellectual/economic shifts in the last 100 years. Explore the history of money, what gives it value, how it defines us and why the experts can’t agree on where it’s all headed.

EZRA POUND: IDEALIST TO OUTLAW SCFC 529 / Fee $78 4 Thursdays, March 11–April 1, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver The most controversial poet since Dante, Ezra Pound altered the world of English poetry like few before or after. Immerse yourself in his writing, his life and his lasting mark on literature.

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NATIONAL OPERA: THE STORY OF ITS 19TH-CENTURY REVITALIZATION SCFC 524 / Fee $78 4 Tuesdays, March 9–30, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver Opera is far more than beautiful words and music. Explore the depths of this exceptional art form through examples from Italy (Vincenzo Bellini’s Norma), Germany (Carl Maria Von Weber’s Der Freischütz), the Czech Republic (Dvořák’s Rusalka) and Russia (Mussorgsky’s Boris Godunov).

POWER AND POLITICS: GEORGE ORWELL’S EPIC 1984 REVISITED SCFC 527 / Fee $78 4 Wednesdays, March 10–31, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver Orwell’s outstanding novel provides ample topics for engaging discussion. This course focuses on politically charged concepts such as big brother, doublethink and newspeak and their enduring effects on our social consciousness.

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opera studies www.sfu.ca/operastudies E: operastudies@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5212 Opera enthusiasts have welcomed back the Opera Studies Program after its successful relaunch last spring and we’re pleased to present three new one-day special events.

UNRAVELLING THE SPIRITUAL AND MYSTIC IDEAS OF RICHARD WAGNER SCFC 505 / Fee $38 Saturday, December 5, 2009, 9:30 am–12 noon, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Alan David Aberbach Wagner was known, and often criticized, for his notorious antiChristian and anti-Jewish political writings. Yet several of his operas—mainly Tannhäuser, Lohengrin and certain parts of the Ring—contain unmistakable spiritual and mystical threads that transcend religion. Explore Wagner’s ideas and thoughts using these pieces and his essay “Jesus of Nazareth.”

CANADA-CHINA RELATIONS FROM MAO TO NOW SCFC 531 / Fee $78 4 Fridays, March 5–26, 9–11:20 am, SFU Vancouver Ever since the founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in 1949, Canada-China relations have been tempestuous. In this course, we will explore the many intriguing complexities and important themes in China’s contemporary historical evolution, including its evolving relationship with Canada.

MUSIC AND MEANING: EXPLORING HOW WORDS, MUSIC AND EXPRESSION COME TOGETHER SCFC 532 / Fee $78 4 Fridays, March 5–26, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver These four self-contained lectures address common themes surrounding words, music and expression: music and poetry, music and drama, music and cinema, and modern music and expression.

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WHAT WOULD OPERA BE WITHOUT MURDER? SCFC 534 / Fee $38 Saturday, March 13, 1–3:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Henry Ewert Many of the earliest operas delivered the violence audiences craved—and things haven’t changed all that much. Rigoletto, Carmen, Salome and hundreds more operas have all followed suit. This lecture concentrates on the gory details of various operatic murders, examining motivation, method and how music enhances the vile deed.

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GREAT ENGLISH NOVELISTS: E.M. FORSTER, D.H. LAWRENCE and VIRGINIA WOOLF SCFC 530 / Fee $78 4 Thursdays, March 11–April 1, 11:30 am–1:50 pm, SFU Vancouver Each of these fiction writers offered varied perspectives on England and its “condition.” From 1910 to 1940, their writing became increasingly audacious as they tested and twisted the boundaries of form. Connect the dots in this stimulating introductory course.

HERBERT VON KARAJAN AND THE ART OF THE OPERA CONDUCTOR SCFC 533 / Fee $38 Saturday, January 23, 9:30 am–12 noon, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Henry Ewert From his first opera, Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, in 1929, to his last, Verdi’s A Masked Ball, in 1989, conductor Herbert von Karajan was unmatched in his profession. This lecture examines Karajan’s work with opera and contrasts his approach with those of his peers.

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management and justice and conflict resolution professional programs www.sfu.ca/mpprog E: mpp-info@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5095 Restorative justice is an old idea with a new name. Its roots can be found in Aboriginal healing traditions and the nonretaliatory responses to violence endorsed by many faith communities.

Management and Professional Programs, in collaboration with SFU’s Centre for Restorative Justice and Centre for Online and Distance Education, are launching a new online certificate designed to provide a broad understanding of restorative justice concepts and applications while enhancing practical decision making and leadership skills in this area.

Starting in Summer 2010, the program consists of three interrelated courses to be completed sequentially over 12 months.

online Certificate in Restorative Justice Required courses CRJ 315 Introduction to Restorative Justice:

Concepts, Theory and Philosophy CRJ 442 Restorative Justice Process Models: Applications CRJ 445 Community Development through Restorative Justice Tuition and individual course dates to be announced.

Please visit www.sfu.ca/mpprog for updates.

Introduction to Restorative Justice: Concepts, Theory and Philosophy CRJ 315 This foundation course orients students to a restorative justice approach based on values and principles, beginning with a systematic examination of familiar concepts such as punishment and justice.

Restorative Justice Process Models: Applications CRJ 442 Explore the different models of restorative practices used in various conflict situations as they emerge through criminal justice, community or social service interactions.

Community Development through Restorative Justice CRJ 445 Conflict is an opportunity to see what requires our attention within the fabric of our communities. Examine the relevance and use of restorative practices in ground-up community development.

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managementand and management professionalprograms programs professional www.sfu.ca/mpprog E: mpp-info@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5095 Each year, Management and Professional Programs help hundreds of adults achieve their career goals through a range of courses, certificates and diplomas. Whether you’re starting in business or are at a more senior level, we offer a variety of learning opportunities in the areas of: • general management (page 28) • risk management (page 30) • strategic supply chain management (page 31) • public company governance (page 31) • project management (page 32) • business analysis (page 34) We also work with businesses, community groups, professional associations and other universities to provide continuing education in business and management. These offerings include professional designation programs, MBA field schools, customized training programs and public lectures.

In addition to obtaining a Certificate in Management from SFU, you may also transfer some certificate courses for credit towards a degree at Thompson Rivers University.

For more information on specific course equivalents, visit www.sfu.ca/mpprog.

> Management Whether you’re interested in a comprehensive management program or a specific course, our offerings are designed to help you become a more effective manager and leader. new for Spring 2010 We’re pleased to annouce two new initiatives that will begin in Spring 2010.

We’ll be launching a new Certificate in Canadian Business Management Fundamentals, presented in Mandarin.

In addition, we’ll be presenting a series of workshops on small business basics at SFU Surrey in collaboration with Venture Connection, an interdisciplinary entrepreneurship initiative at SFU. For more information on these initiatives, email mpp-info@sfu.ca or visit www.sfu.ca/mpprog.

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Certificate in Management: General Management Master the management concepts and techniques you need to excel in business. Certification from a leading university validates knowledge and skills, positions you for career advancement, and prepares you to take on management and leadership roles in your organization.

Many professional designations share some of the same course requirements as the Certificate in Management and you may want to consider concurrently earning a professional designation.

Core courses MGMT 111 Writing in the Workplace MGMT 115 Organizational Behaviour MGMT 120 Introduction to Business Administration MGMT 250 Fundamentals of Accounting MGMT 420 Business Strategy (to be taken last) Specialization courses (choose three) MGMT 110 Communication in Business MGMT 230 Introduction to Economic Theory (Fall 2010) MGMT 240 Introduction to Marketing MGMT 310 Human Resource Management MGMT 350 Business Finance (Fall 2010) MGMT 355 Management Accounting MGMT 360 Business Law (Fall 2010) Tuition for this program is based on individual course fees, which may vary over the time taken to complete the certificate.

The following courses may be taken individually or as part of a Management Certificate.

Writing in the Workplace MGMT 111/Fee $570 8 Saturdays, May 1–June 26 (no class May 22) 9 am–12 noon, SFU Surrey Instructor: Tom Swankey The quality of an individual’s written communication is critical to personal and corporate success. Substantially improve your business writing skills through instruction in writing process, generating strategies, audience analysis, structure, persuasive strategies, format, style and revision.

Organizational Behaviour MGMT 115 / Fee $570 Mondays, January 11–April 12, in-class sessions 6–9 pm SFU Vancouver. Instructor: Leila Rahemtulla.

Blended course format*.

14 Thursdays, May 6–August 12 (no class July 1), 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Surrey. Instructor: Sarb Hovey This course focuses on the interaction between individuals and groups in organizations; how to predict and understand events; the influence of values, attitudes, personality and emotion on individual behaviour; and the implications of specific behaviours on the organization. Topics include communication and motivation, team dynamics, leadership, the role of politics and power, conflict and negotiation, organizational culture and change management.

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* blended cour se format—Certain courses in the Certificate in Management program are offered via blended learning (a combination of classroom and online learning).

Students benefit from a more flexible schedule without sacrificing valuable face-to-face instruction.

Introduction to Business Administration MGMT 120 / Fee $570 12 Saturdays, January 16–April 10 (no class April 3), 1–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey. Instructor: David Chan Thursdays, January 14–April 15, in-class sessions, 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver.

Instructor: Gordon McFarlane. Blended course format*.

Learn how to integrate business functions in this introduction to the Canadian business environment. Topics include the economic environment, essentials of business planning, types of business ownership, business ethics and social responsibility, legal and regulatory issues in business and organizational functions such as marketing, production and quality management, finance and human resources.

Fundamentals of Accounting MGMT 250 / Fee $570 12 Saturdays, January 16–April 10 (no class April 3), 9 am–12:30 pm, SFU Surrey. Instructor: David Chan 12 Tuesdays, January 12–April 13 (no class February 16, 23), 6–9 pm, plus 2 Saturdays (March 6 and 20), 9 am–noon, SFU Vancouver.

Instructor: Peter Woolley This course focuses on the user orientation of financial accounting, the uses of financial statements, how to analyse a business entity and how the accounting system is structured. Topics include recording transactions, adjusting entries, preparing financial statements, the accounting cycle, merchandise operations, inventory accounting, accounting systems, internal control, cash, accounts receivable, capital assets, corporations, analysis of financial statements and accounting terminology.

Business Strategy MGMT 420 / Fee $570 7 Saturdays, January 9–March 13 (no class February 13, 20, 27), 9 am–4 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Spencer Dane Learn how marketing, finance, production and human resources factor into an effective strategic plan for any organization. Topics include industry analysis, competitive strategic analysis, analysing internal strategic resources and capabilities, business level strategies and tactics, stakeholder preferences and managing strategic change.

Prerequisites: MGMT 120 Introduction to Business Administration and MGMT 250 Fundamentals of Accounting (or equivalent).

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s i m o n f r a s e r u n i v e r s i t y > Co n t i n u i n g st u d i e s > m a n ag e m e n t a n d pr o f e s s i o n a l pr o g r a m s Communication in Business MGMT 110 / Fee $570 12 Tuesdays, January 12–April 13 (no class February 16, 23), 6:30–9:30 pm, plus Saturday, January 30, 9 am–4 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Shauna Jones Combining the right words with the right actions is the key to effective communications. Through interactive group exercises, case studies, reflections and lectures, this course explores interpersonal and group communication in the work world, with emphasis on verbal and non-verbal communication, communication styles, selfconcept and perception, group interactions and conflict resolution.

Intercultural communication and technology uses are also addressed.

Introduction to Marketing MGMT 240 / Fee $570 7 Saturdays, January 9–March 13 (no class February 13, 20, 27), 9–4 pm, SFU Surrey. Instructor: Noel Genoway Wednesdays, January 13–April 14, in-class sessions 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver. Instructor: Gordon McFarlane. Blended course format*.

This course explores the role of marketing in organizational and global success in the competitive global environment. Acquire basic marketing techniques along with an appreciation of why organizations of all sizes must develop a market- and consumer-oriented focus.

Human Resource Management MGMT 310 / Fee $570 7 Saturdays, May 8–June 26 (no class May 22), 9 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver. Instructor: Sarb Hovey Successful organizations know that effective human resource management is central to achieving a competitive advantage.

Learn the theory of human resource management and its practical implementation in achieving organizational objectives. Topics covered include human resource strategies, legislation, job analysis, recruiting methods, performance evaluation methods, job evaluation techniques and employee benefit programs.

Management Accounting MGMT 355 / Fee $570 7 Mondays and 7 Wednesdays, May 3–June 21, 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Peter Woolley Accounting isn’t just for accountants. Learn how to use accounting information and a variety of analytical techniques to assist in decisionmaking, planning and control. Topics include cost terms, concepts and classifications, cost-volume-profit analysis, job order costing, variable costing, profit planning, flexible budgets and overhead analysis, profitability analysis, using cost data, the concept of present value and capital budgeting decisions. Prerequisite: MGMT 250 Fundamentals of Accounting.

Business Law MGMT 360 / To be offered in Fall 2010 A variety of legal issues and principles underlie most business transactions. This course provides a general introduction to business law in Canada. Topics include the legal system, the judicial system, the law of torts, property law, the law of contract, forms of business organization, special contractual relations, debtor-creditor relationship, securities legislation, employment relationship and administrative law.

“The Certificate in Management program filled in some of my training gaps and therefore allowed me to develop a balanced perspective in managing my work and personal life.”

—Steve, alumnus, Certificate in Management

Business Finance MGMT 350 / To be offered in Fall 2010 Learn the basic concepts and theory of corporate finance and its relationship to business strategy within the Canadian context. The course emphasizes the role of the financial manager in the process of maximizing shareholder wealth and in the financial decision-making process as it relates to other levels of management. Topics include financial ratio analysis, budgeting, short- and long-term financing, the time value of money, investment decisions, capital budgeting and risk, financing decisions, capital structure and dividend policy. Prerequisite: MGMT 250 Fundamentals of Accounting.

Introduction to Economic Theory MGMT 230 / To be offered in Fall 2010 Enhance your understanding of the modern business environment in this engaging introduction to economic theory, including microand macroeconomics. Examine the workings of simple competitive markets through the concepts of elasticity of supply and demand, and the theory of perfect competition. This course also gives attention to the forces that determine economic growth, the role of money in the economy, and the role of government in managing the economy through fiscal, monetary and other policies.

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Risk Assessment CRM 110 / Fee $570 12 Mondays, January 11–April 19, 6–9:30 pm (no class February 15, 22 and April 5), SFU Vancouver Instructor: Keith Gibson This course focuses on the first two steps of the risk management decision-making process: identifying and analysing loss exposures and developing alternative techniques for treating them. Topics include guidelines for selecting the best risk management alternative and appropriate techniques for handling each exposure.

> RISK Management Certificate in Management graduates specializing in risk management gain the foundational knowledge required for a career as a risk manager. This specialization combines general management courses with specialized courses in risk assessment, risk control and risk financing.

Certificate in Management: Risk Management Students pursuing professional designations in Canadian Risk Management, RIMS Fellow, or the risk management major of the Fellow Chartered Insurance Professional designation of the Insurance Institute of Canada can meet most or all of their course requirements through our Certificate in Management program.

Core courses MGMT 111 Writing in the Workplace MGMT 115 Organizational Behaviour MGMT 120 Introduction to Business Administration MGMT 250 Fundamentals of Accounting MGMT 420 Business Strategy (to be taken last) See General Management certificate section, page 28 for MGMT course descriptions.

Specialization courses (complete all three in order) These three courses are offered in Vancouver and Victoria.

Schedules vary by location.

CRM 110 Risk Assessment CRM 205 Risk Control (Fall 2010, Vancouver) CRM 305 Risk Financing Tuition for this program is based on individual course fees, which may vary over the time taken to complete the certificate.

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Risk Control CRM 205 / Fee $720 14 Wednesdays, January 13–April 14, 6–9 pm, Victoria Instructor: Glen Frederick (This course will also be offered in Vancouver in Fall 2010.)

This course gives you an overview of the measures available to control risks associated with property, intellectual property, personnel, liability and net income loss exposures. Topics include accident causation; fundamental risk control techniques; system safety analysis to determine the causes of losses; and motivating members of an organization to apply and monitor risk control measures. Prerequisite: CRM 110 Risk Assessment. For more information about the Victoria location, additional course fees and registration procedures, call 778782-5095 or email mpp-info@sfu.ca.

Risk Financing CRM 305 / Fee $570 11 Thursdays, January 14–April 8, plus 3 Tuesdays (January 26, March 2 and 23), 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Karen MacWilliam Explore how to select, implement and monitor risk financing techniques—methods that an organization can use to obtain funds to pay for accidental losses. Topics include risk financing objectives, types of risk financing plans, insurance as a risk financing technique, capital market products for risk financing, forecasting accidental losses and risk financing needs, accounting and income tax aspects of risk management, and allocating risk management costs. Prerequisites: CRM 110 Risk Assessment and CRM 205 Risk Control.

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> Strategic Supply Chain Management The Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) has redesigned its national program leading to the Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP) designation, the most sought-after Canadian academic achievement in supply chain management. Combining industry knowledge with broader business skills, the new Strategic Supply Chain Management Leadership Program shifts the focus from purchasing to strategic supply chain management to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace.

In January, Management and Professional Programs and the BC Institute of PMAC will continue to collaborate on the fourth offering of the new accreditation program at SFU Surrey.

This program is designed for employed individuals and can be completed over a 36-month period.

strategic supply chain management leadership Program Eight modules cover the foundations of supply chain management: • Supply Chain Management • Procurement and Supply Management • Logistics and Transportation • Knowledge Management • Operations and Process Management • Global Sourcing • Supply Chain Management for the Public Sector • Supply Chain Management for Services, Capital Goods and Major Projects

The last few years have seen intense public scrutiny of misconduct in the ranks of North American corporations. The emphasis on corporate governance along with a rapidly changing regulatory environment makes it essential for company officers, directors and principals to understand their responsibilities and legal obligations.

The following courses are designed to give you the knowledge to meet these increasing governance demands.

Public Companies: Financing, Governance and Compliance PBCO 200 / Fee $600 / $575* Thursday–Friday, June 3–4, 8:30 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Program coordinators: Charlotte Bell, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP, and David Toyoda, Boughton Law Corporation Supported by the Toronto Stock Exchange, the TSX Venture Exchange and the BC Securities Commission, this two-day course gives you the information you need to comply with Canada’s complex system of securities regulation. Topics include: fundamentals of corporate governance; directors’ powers, functions and liabilities; securities law; shareholder communications and investor relations; financial statement requirements; obligations for company insiders; and understanding TSX/TSX Venture Exchange requirements (acquisitions, financing and stock options). The TSX Venture Exchange typically hosts a luncheon on the Friday of the course. * The reduced fee is available to members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of BC, the Listed Company Association and the Canadian Investor Relations Institute. greg7

Six interactive workshops address high-level business skills: • Leadership and Professionalism • Negotiation Skills (two sessions) • Communication and Relational Skills • International Business and Multicultural Skills • Ethical Behaviour and Social Responsibility • Competitive Bidding, Contract Preparation and Contract Management

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Week-in-residence session • Integrates knowledge from modules and workshops Final written examination • Tests knowledge acquired throughout the program To apply to the program and to obtain information about becoming a C.P.P., visit www.bcipmac.ca or www.cppcareer.ca.

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> Project management Our stand-alone courses in project management cover a range of critical concepts and skills for both new and experienced project managers and business analysts. For roles requiring more comprehensive training, we offer a Diploma in Applied Project Management.

Project Management—A Team Approach PMC 100 / Fee $835 Monday–Wednesday, June 7–9, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Gary Robinson This three-day course is for managers, supervisors and specialists who are involved, or expect to be involved, in projects as a leader or team member. It is delivered in a workshop format and wherever appropriate, learning will be experiential and hands-on. The focus is on a collaborative approach to technical management systems. Groups are assigned on the first day and will work together throughout the course, enabling participants to experience the challenges and rewards of collaborative planning.

PMP® Exam Preparation Course PMC 500 / Fee $700 Friday–Saturday, March 26–27, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Balbinder Banga Make the most of your study time as you prepare to write the Project Management Institute’s certification exam for project managers. This course focuses on essential information for anyone hoping to achieve the Project Management Professional (PMP®) designation. The course includes hundreds of practice questions and a list of free PMP® Exam Prep resources. Participants review the nine areas of The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) and prepare a study plan.

Diploma in Applied Project Management April 16–August 7, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey A disciplined approach to managing projects is critical to any project’s success. Gain the critical skills to effectively manage your projects and support your team through our Diploma in Applied Project Management or individual courses. A combination of theory, best practices, real-world case studies and networking opportunities delivers the key knowledge needed by both new and experienced project managers.

Go beyond the core content typically included in project management programs with exposure to a wider range of concepts and skills relevant in today’s business environment, such as creating and leading successful teams, establishing a Project Management Office, assessing technology options and understanding responsibilities associated with project close-out. Throughout, an applied and experiential learning approach will help you integrate the principles and techniques, while building your confidence as a leader.

Required courses DAPM 105 Foundations of Project Management DAPM 110 Project Communication Management DAPM 115 Project Risk Management DAPM 120 Project Procurement Management DAPM 125 Project Leadership, Problem-solving and Decision-making DAPM 130 Project Quality Management DAPM 135 Project Management Office DAPM 140 Project Monitoring and Control DAPM 145 Project Management Technology DAPM 150 Project Close-Out and Review Tuition for the full diploma program is $7,200 and includes all course materials. A reduced fee of $6,660 is offered to those who register for the entire Diploma in Applied Project Management and remit payment by April 1. Tuition is non-refundable once the program begins. This cohort program is limited to 25 participants.

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Foundations of Project Management DAPM 105 / Only available to those enrolled in the full DAPM program 2 Fridays and 2 Saturdays, April 16–17 and April 30–May 1, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Gary Robinson Successful projects are the result of effective time management, cost control and well-motivated teams. Learn to achieve all three by using a team approach to planning, scheduling, monitoring and evaluating projects. This course introduces the foundational theories and principles of successful project management and provides an overview of the project life cycle and the integration of project management processes from initiation through to close.

Project Communication Management DAPM 110 / Fee $400 Friday, May 14, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Andrew Gemino Good communication is critical to any project’s success. In this course, learn skills and techniques to develop and implement an effective communication plan.

Project Risk Management DAPM 115 / Fee $400 Saturday, May 15, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Andrew Gemino Even the best-planned projects involve some degree of uncertainty and risk. Learn effective methods for identifying the risks that threaten projects and how to develop a risk management plan.

Project Procurement Management DAPM 120 / Fee $800 Friday–Saturday, May 28–29, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Pamela Hollington There are numerous facets of procurement to consider within the project management environment. This course examines the client side of procurement, including purchasing equipment, supplies and resource effort.

Project Leadership, Problem-Solving and Decision-Making DAPM 125 / Fee $800 Friday–Saturday, June 11–12, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Gary Robinson Most project conflicts stem from lack of communication and teamwork. This course addresses both key areas and arms participants with the skills they need to make sound decisions while taking the ideas of others into account.

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SFU is a Registered Education Provider (R.E.P.) with the Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Quality Management DAPM 130 / Fee $400 Friday, June 25, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Jolyon Hallows Managing the quality of a project’s product is one of the key responsibilities of a project manager. This course explores what “quality” means in a business management context, explains how it can be applied to different types of projects and demonstrates how to manage projects so that quality is built in.

Project Management Office DAPM 135 / Fee $400 Saturday, June 26, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Jolyon Hallows Adopting formalized project management practices is just the start.

Project managers and team members need the proper training and support networks to apply these practices effectively. This course focuses on the establishment of a project management office within an organization.

Project Monitoring and Control DAPM 140 / Fee $800 Friday–Saturday, July 9–10, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Jolyon Hallows Effective monitoring and control are essential processes for ensuring that a project is not only completed on schedule and budget, but also delivers a result that adds value to the organization. This course introduces the requirements for project monitoring and control and arms participants with proven techniques and skills for evaluating and reporting on project status.

Project Management Technology DAPM 145 / Fee $800 Friday–Saturday, July 23–24, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Andrew Gemino Software can support many areas within project management.

Improve your understanding of software options, including MS Project® and examine how to develop a comparative analysis of project management applications to assist software purchases in an organization.

Project Close-Out and Review DAPM 150 / Only available to those enrolled in the full DAPM program Friday–Saturday, August 6–7, 8:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Surrey Instructor: Pamela Hollington In this capstone course, review previous topics discussed, with an emphasis on project close-out and review activities. A full day is devoted to a team exercise (completing and presenting a post-project review) for applied skill development.

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> business analysis Business analysis is an integral part of the project life cycle. Our business analysis courses cover a wide range of problem-solving techniques that can be applied to any business problem and are offered individually or as part of a program toward an SFU Certificate in Business Analysis.

Certificate in Business Analysis April 21–September 18, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver The Certificate in Business Analysis provides a comprehensive foundation in business analysis tools, equipping graduates with the analytical skill set for gathering, validating, communicating, documenting and testing business requirements, as well as developing and implementing business processes. Courses cover gap analysis, stakeholder analysis, vendor evaluation analysis, business process modelling and a number of techniques to document requirements and create business cases.

SFU is an Endorsed Education Provider (EEP™) with the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®). Courses are based on the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge® (BABOK® Guide 2.0).

Required courses CBA 120 Comprehensive Business Analysis Seminar—Part 1 CBA 130 Comprehensive Business Analysis Seminar—Part 2 CBA 135 Enterprise and Strategic Analysis CBA 140 Analytical Thinking for the Business Analyst CBA 150 Testing for the Business Analyst CBA 160 Project Management for the Business Analyst CBA 170 Virtual Teams Tuition for the full certificate program is $8,100 and includes all course materials. A reduced fee of $7,020 is offered to those who register for the entire Certificate in Business Analysis and remit payment by April 8. Tuition is non-refundable once the program begins. This cohort program is limited to 25 participants.

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“The program provided me with additional tools to help me contribute to overall project success, better meet project objectives, tackle problems and take advantage of opportunities.”

—Lindsey, alumna, Certificate in Business Analysis

Unless otherwise noted, you may register for individual courses within the April 2010 cohort of the Certificate in Business Analysis program after April 8. (You may register for January and March courses now.)

Comprehensive Business Analysis Seminar—Part 1 CBA 120 / Fee $1,800 Wednesday–Saturday, April 21–24, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver A major challenge for any business analyst is the extraction and documentation of business requirements and the translation of those requirements into technical specifications. In this four-day course, discover the business analysis tools, techniques and processes you need to be successful in your work. You will also learn how to write more effectively so that you can craft clear and well-defined business documents.

Comprehensive Business Analysis Seminar—Part 2 CBA 130 / Fee $1,800 Wednesday–Saturday, May 26–29, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver Building on the concepts covered in Comprehensive Business Analysis Seminar—Part 1, this four-day course focuses on effective writing skills, use cases, data flow diagrams, entity relationship diagrams, data modelling, activity diagrams and user interface considerations.

Extensive attention will be given to identifying and developing metrics to complete your analysis. Prerequisite: Comprehensive BA Seminar— Part 1.

s i m o n f r a s e r u n i v e r s i t y > Co n t i n u i n g st u d i e s > m a n ag e m e n t a n d pr o f e s s i o n a l pr o g r a m s Enterprise and Strategic Analysis CBA 135 / Fee $1,350 Thursday–Saturday, June 17–19, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver This three-day course provides the skills required by those involved in strategy development, pre-project activities and developing and managing enterprise architecture. Practise analysing competitive data, benchmarking studies, business problems and opportunities and developing business strategy and documenting a business case.

Prerequisites: Comprehensive BA Seminar—Part 1 and Part 2.

Analytical Thinking for the Business Analyst CBA 140 / Fee $900 Friday–Saturday, January 15–16, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver or Friday–Saturday, July 23–24, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver This intensive course focuses on critical thinking, analytical writing and the development of solid metrics. Topics include documentation, facilitation and methodology definition. Prerequisites: Comprehensive BA Seminar—Part 1 and Part 2 are strongly recommended.

Project Management for the Business Analyst CBA 160 / Fee $900 Thursday–Friday, March 25–26, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver or Thursday–Friday, September 16–17, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver This course covers the project management framework from initiation and planning through to closing. Gain the tools you need to plan and control business analysis work, integrate your role and work efforts into a project delivery environment, and effectively manage projects that do not have a manager. Prerequisites: Comprehensive BA Seminar—Part 1 and Part 2 are strongly recommended.

Virtual Teams CBA 170 / Fee $450 Saturday, March 27, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver or Saturday, September 18, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver This one-day course empowers project managers and business analysts to meet the unique challenges of virtual teams. Examine key communication and team-building challenges and learn the strategies, tools and techniques you need to implement effective virtual teams.

Testing for the Business Analyst CBA 150 / Fee $900 Friday–Saturday, March 5–6, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver or Friday–Saturday, August 13–14, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver Gain an understanding of the need for and concepts related to, testing. Course content includes tools and techniques for testing, creating and executing a test strategy; evaluating test outcomes; and making recommendations for future testing. Prerequisites: Comprehensive BA Seminar—Part 1 and Part 2 are strongly recommended.

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WRITING AND PUBLISHING www.sfu.ca/wp E: wpp@sfu.ca T: 778-782-5093 The largest writing program in Canada, Writing and Publishing has seen many changes in its 25 years. Opportunities in the writing and publishing industries have never been so diverse, a reflection of the wide variety of media in which people now communicate.

Our graduates might work for book or magazine publishers, corporations that produce manuals and reports, or organizations that communicate through websites and electronic newsletters.

Others use their enhanced writing skills in personal endeavours.

The program continues to evolve to meet the educational needs of lifelong learners, career-changers and writing enthusiasts alike, with five non-credit, part-time certificate programs and more than 100 courses offered each year. information sessions Business Writing, Editing, Publishing and Technical Communication Saturday, January 9, 11 am–1 pm, SFU Vancouver Thursday, March 4, 6:30–8:30 pm, SFU Vancouver

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Are you investigating or furthering a career in the fields of writing or publishing? Are you considering one of our writing courses, but unsure where to begin? Join us for this free information session and learn how the Writing and Publishing certificates are organized, how to begin a certificate, when courses can be taken, how they are taught and what options may be available to you upon program completion.

To reserve your seat, call 778-782-5093 or email wpp@sfu.ca with “Reserve General Infosession” in the subject line.

> Career Workshops Career Consults with Writing and Publishing Instructors WRIT 909 / Fee $85 Weekdays, evenings, or weekends Business and technical writers, editors, corporate communicators, publishers, or anyone considering a related career, this is your chance to get one-on-one advice from industry professionals.

Discuss career goals, résumés, skills development and more. For a list of participating instructors, visit www.sfu.ca/wp/careerdev. htm. To request an appointment form, call 778-782-5093 or email wpp@sfu.ca.

Career Options in Technical communication, business Writing and Editing WRIT 308 / Fee $50 Saturday, January 16, 11 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver A range of professional writers and editors deliver a wealth of information on career options in this panel discussion. Whether you have already decided on a career in writing and editing or are in the beginning stages of investigating a writing career, this session is a good next step.

• Technical Communication / 11 am–1 pm Panellists: Sue Andrews and Duncan Kent • Business Writing and Editing / 1:30–4:30 pm Panellists: Ann Campbell, Colin Moorhouse, Stephen Osborne, and Ruth Wilson Mini-Manuscript Consult with Evelyn Lau WRIT 903 / Fee $100 January 25, March 29, April 26, May 31 Any 50 minutes on the hour, 3–8 pm, SFU Vancouver Consultant: Evelyn Lau If you are a creative writer with a completed or in-progress manuscript, don’t miss this chance to deliver 15 pages to a critically acclaimed author for editorial assessment and publication guidance.

To request an appointment form, call 778-782-5093 or email wpp@sfu.ca.

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> Business communication and professional writing Business writers produce print and online materials for internal and external audiences. As they strive to deliver important messages, these writers traverse a varied terrain of writing, publishing, ethical and legal issues. Our Business Communication and Professional Writing courses prepare graduates to write and communicate with grace, verve and efficiency, while managing the rigorous demands of the business world.

Certificate in business communication and Professional Writing Today’s world of business and commerce is exceptionally competitive. Employers from corporate, non-profit and government sectors depend on people who can communicate clearly. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, this program will develop your skills, increase your confidence and bring you up to date on the latest communication trends.

All courses may be taken individually or as part of the Business Communication and Professional Writing Certificate program.

Certificate students are required to complete a minimum of 120 hours of instruction.

Core courses—recommended order (78 hours) WRIT 410 Basic Proofreading WRIT 109 Strategic Communication for Organizations WRIT 103 Ethics and Legal Issues in Writing and Publishing WRIT 205 Advanced Study in Writing for Business and the Professions WRIT 235 Styling Sentences for the Workplace (Fall 2010) Electives (42 hours) For a complete description of the certificate program and a list of elective courses, visit www.sfu.ca/wp.

Tuition for this program is $2,575 plus application and elective course fees.

The following courses may be taken individually or as part of a Writing and Publishing Certificate.

Advanced Grammar: Untying the Knots WRIT 232 / Fee $490 5 Thursdays, May 27–June 24, 6:30–8:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Ian Chunn Master English grammar, including verb tenses and sequencing, pronoun cases, the subjunctive mood, parallelism, coordination and subordination, conjunctions, relative clauses, varieties of sentence patterns, paragraphs and transitions.

Contact us for more information. www.sfu.ca/wp E: wpp@sfu.ca | T: 778-782-5093

Advanced Study in Writing for Business and the Professions WRIT 205 / Fee $880 / Distance education available Distance education (print–based) begins Friday, January 15, with ongoing registration. Must be completed within 6 months.

Instructor: Vlad Konieczny or Tom Swankey 10 Wednesdays, January 6–April 7 (no class February 10, 17, 24 and March 3), 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Anne Hungerford 10 Tuesdays, March 9–May 11, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Anne Hungerford 10 Wednesdays, April 21–June 23, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Anne Hungerford 2 Fridays, August 13 and 20 and 3 Saturdays, August 14, 21 and 28, 9:30 am–4:30 pm. SFU Vancouver. Instructor: Vlad Konieczny Do you want to be faster and more effective at writing proposals, reports, letters, memos and other business documents? This course will introduce you to each stage of the writing process—inventing, drafting and revising—and teach you to overcome procrastination, generate ideas, draft quickly, revise effectively and communicate clearly.

The Art of E-Commerce WRIT 228 / Fee $285 3 Thursdays, June 3–17, 7–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Paul Sullivan This course addresses the three main sources of e-commerce— advertising, subscription and retail—and examines the trends, tools, techniques and strategies associated with each.

Basic Proofreading See page 42.

Copywriting: The Art and Craft of Creative Selling WRIT 210 / Fee $300 4 Mondays, March 8–29, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Hamish McIntosh Do you dream of working in an ad agency? In this hands-on course, you will write and rewrite ads, while getting valuable feedback from a seasoned advertising copywriter.

Corporate Storytelling: The Essence of Management Communications WRIT 126 / Fee $195 Friday, January 29, 9 am–3 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nicky Fried Learn how to find, develop and deliver the stories that affect change, get people working together, facilitate sharing of knowledge and tame the office grapevine.

Direct Marketing Copywriting WRIT 212 / Fee $300 4 Saturdays, March 6–27, 9 am–12 noon, SFU Vancouver Instructor: John Friesen Direct marketing is one part craft, one part science. Beginning with a quick introduction to the history and principles of direct marketing, this course focuses on copywriting for letters, brochures, envelopes, response devices, radio and TV ads, print media and the Internet.

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Grants and Proposals WRIT 231 / Fee $280 Thursday, April 15, 9 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Vlad Konieczny Examine your personal writing process and develop a strategy for writing proposals and other persuasive documents with greater speed and effectiveness.

Make Money Blogging NEW WRIT 245 / Fee $230 4 Thursdays, May 6–27, 5:30–8 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Laurie Pawlik–Kienlen Have you poured your heart into a blog or website, only to find that nobody reads it? Discover how to market and promote your project, increase blog readership and build a steady stream of site traffic.

Topics include linking strategies, blog networks, Google Analytics, RSS feeds, SEO strategy and social media tools such as Twitter, StumbleUpon and Facebook.

“The business writing certificate is helping me clearly communicate my message. Email, web pages and iPhones make it so important to be able to write effectively.”

—Antje, alumna, Business Writing Certificate

Effective Business Letters WRIT 240 / Fee $290 Friday, May 7, 9 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Gary Harper Improve your letter writing with a simple reader-oriented approach.

This course examines the importance of tone and structure, specifically addressing requests, proposals and “no” letters.

Ethics and Legal Issues in Writing and Publishing WRIT 103 / Fee $370 4 Mondays, April 12–May 3, 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Claudia Cornwall Writers, editors and publishers regularly contend with ethical and legal issues in their work. This course gives you the information you need to protect others’ privacy—and yourself from liability.

The Executive Reader: Reading for Speed and Comprehension WRIT 616 / Fee $340 3 Mondays, June 7–21, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Rod Stables Originally designed for students in SFU’s Executive MBA Program, this course teaches business professionals how to manage their reading at work and prepare for demanding study.

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Making the Pitch: How to GET NEW the Media’s Attention and Keep it WRIT 211 / Fee $295 Friday, April 23, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Carla Shore Working with the media and online influencers is a powerful and cost-effective way to promote a business or non-profit group. But how do you get the attention of swamped editors, producers, writers and bloggers? Learn what media professionals are looking for, how to establish relationships with them and what effective pitches and media materials look like. Social media tools such as Twitter and Facebook are also covered. Participants new to the world of public relations, news releases and online media relations are welcome.

Reports, Reports, Reports WRIT 242 / Fee $290 Saturday, April 17, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nicky Fried Reports don’t have to be dull—to read or write! Learn the key components for producing dynamic, to-the-point reports that engage your audience.

Strategic Communication for Organizations WRIT 109 / Fee $565 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, February 3–5, 9 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Dianne Warnick Effective communications are critical to achieving organizational goals. Learn to identify key internal and external audiences, develop objectives, devise appropriate messaging and design a communications plan using the most effective tactics.

s i m o n f r a s e r u n i v e r s i t y > Co n t i n u i n g st u d i e s > w r i t i n g a n d p u b l i s h i n g Workplace Editing: Tools for the “Accidental” Editor WRIT 132 / Fee $485 2 Fridays, April 9–April 16, 9 am–5 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Jay Draper A good “editorial eye” and an awareness of an organization’s needs and priorities are far more important than expertise in grammar and punctuation. Learn how to get both in this illuminating course. writing and editing for the web See page 43.

> Creative writing and journalism All writers need the right tools, techniques and support to develop their craft, plus the practical skills to build a writing career. The following courses bring talented authors and instructors together with emerging writers in a community of voices to learn and grow with one another.

The Writer’s StudiO: Certificate in Creative Writing The Writer’s Studio (TWS) is a part-time, one-year program that blends dynamic learning and hands-on experiences. The program emphasizes learning in community with other TWS writers, faculty, mentors and visiting guest authors.

TWS has one of the highest ratios of instructional contact hours per tuition dollar of any creative writing program in North America.

Course work includes readings, one-on-one mentor consultations, and biweekly evening workshops in your mentor’s genre group.

Students also participate in the book production of the anthology emerge, launched annually at the Vancouver International Writers and Readers Festival.

TWS students come from diverse writing, educational, cultural and racial backgrounds. Active alumni writers have entered the literary world via publication, editing and teaching, have gone on to earn MFAs, and have won prestigious literary awards.

If you are ready to develop or finish a draft of a manuscript in fiction, poetry, lyric prose, or creative non-fiction, you are an excellent candidate for this unique program. To learn more about TWS 2011, visit www.thewritersstudio.ca.

TWS 2010 director and mentors Ivan E. Coyote, narrative and creative non-fiction; Rachel Rose, poetry and lyric prose; Anne Stone, fiction; Betsy Warland, director.

For faculty biographies, visit visit www.thewritersstudio.ca/ faculty.

Required courses (135 hours of core instruction) Electives (24 hours). For a list of core and elective courses, visit www.thewritersstudio.ca/schedule.

Tuition for this program will be announced in spring 2010. TWS 2011 application deadline is November 1, 2010.

The following courses may be taken individually or as part of a Writing and Publishing Certificate.

Creative Non-fiction the Art of the short narrative WRIT 603 / Fee $310 4 Mondays, April 19–May 10, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Stephen Osborne This advanced course in crafting pieces a few pages in length will hone your narrative powers. Special attention is paid to the arts of sentence making and paragraphing.

How to write a family memoir (distance education) WRIT 312 / Fee $290 March 8–April 19. Registration deadline: February 25 Instructor: Claudia Cornwall Explore the memoir genre through your own family’s culture and recurring themes. Students make use of stories, photos, memorabilia and heirlooms in their writing.

Ink Magic: Writing as Healing NEW WRIT 662 / Fee $375 5 Mondays, April 26–May 31 (no class May 24), 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Cathy Stonehouse Are you curious about this transformative power, or engaged with an intense personal experience you’d like to write about, but are not sure how to start? In this introductory, multi-genre class, a safe and respectful environment will be created so that each week, through focused journaling, deep listening exercises and explorations in narrative, performance and poetry, we can together investigate creative writing as both a transformative personal practice and a means of bearing witness to the world.

Translating the World: NEW Nature Writing Revisited WRIT 671 / $230 2 Thursdays, May 6–13, 12 noon–5 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructors: Eilis Carpentier and Aileen Penner Writing about the natural world has the power to save it. But what does it mean to write artfully and ethically about wilderness? Course works includes exercises, workshopping and critiques of authors, from Henry Thoreau to Cormac McCarthy, whose works address these and other questions.

Writing History-based Narrative WRIT 366 / Fee $220 2 Saturdays, May 29–June 5, 1–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Richard Somerset Mackie Historical writing is far more than facts. Explore the techniques of rendering a focused narrative from fragments of the past.

Writing Non-Fiction That Sells WRIT 302 / Fee $435 6 Tuesdays, May 18–June 22, 6:30–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Daniel Wood Expert guidance and the support of fellow writers will help you get to the next level with your non-fiction writing. Polish an article, revise a book’s chapters, or ready an existing manuscript for publishing.

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Exercises will help you to tap into and expand your writing creativity, research and learn who your characters are, and explore methods of bringing these characters to life on the page. You will be expected to present your own work in class, as well as comment on the work of others.

Fiction Clinic: Common Weaknesses in Prose and how to cure them WRIT 619 / Fee $225 Saturday, March 20, 10 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nancy Lee Cliché, melodrama, sentimentality and misuse of language are all symptoms of poor prose style. Learn how to avoid them through a combination of lectures, discussions and in-class exercises. Character development and psychological authenticity are also addressed.

Fiction Master Class WRIT 649 / Fee $595 10 Saturdays, April 10–June 19 (no class May 22), 9:30 am–12:30 pm, SFU Vancouver. Instructor: Nancy Lee The goals of this rigorous and intensive workshop are to elevate submitted work to a higher level of mastery, to cultivate fertile, creative impulses and skilled, precise editorial instincts and to strengthen each writer’s authentic voice and individual process.

Fiction Series for the Weekend Student WRIT 364 / Fee $480 6 alternating Saturdays, March 13 and 27, April 10 and 24 and May 8 and 29, 10 am–2 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Caroline Adderson Much like great fiction, this course blends art and technique. Improve an existing piece of fiction or gain the confidence to produce a work.

Beginning and experienced writers, novelists and short-story writers alike will benefit from these 12 weeks of intensive writing practice. first date with romance writing Writ 660 / Fee $215 Saturday, June 26, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nancy Warren Study the elements of a successful romance novel. We will discuss how to tell a compelling love story, as well as how to create an engaging hero and heroine. We’ll study dialogue, plotting techniques, conflict and happy endings. Finally we’ll look at the current market trends in romance: what has happened to chick lit, the rise of the paranormal, traditional themes, the resurgence of the historical romance, and sex and the romance novel.

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Getting it Down—A Short Story Workshop WRIT 665 / Fee $395 6 Saturdays, May 15–June 26 (no class May 22), 12:30–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Mich le Adams Want to write short stories but having a tough time getting beyond the “want to” stage? This workshop is for emerging writers who are working to create, complete and polish a piece of short fiction. If you have amassed a drawer full of brilliant first pages, this may be the workshop for you. Be prepared to develop your story in class. Learn about establishing a writing practice, honing craft and developing technique.

NEW How to Write a Novel: From Planning to Promotion WRIT 669 / Fee $230 Saturday and Sunday, April 10–11, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nancy Warren This engaging weekend workshop covers the mechanics of plotting a commercial novel, from genre and setting to character development and voice. Marketing your novel and submitting to agents and publishers is also discussed.

Novel workshop in a Weekend NEW WRIT 659 / Fee $295 Saturday and Sunday, May 8–9, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nancy Warren You’re a Weekend Word Warrior who’s ready for a boot camp, a chance to workshop your manuscript in progress. You’ll work on nailing down the short pitch that will help sell your work, perfecting those vital first pages of your novel, solving plot and character problems and finding your niche in the marketplace. This is an interactive intensive workshop for those with a novel (or several) in progress. Taking How to Write a Novel would be helpful, though it’s not a prerequisite.

Plot Holes and Passive Protagonists: The script beyond the first draft WRIT 664 / Fee $395 7 Mondays, April 12–May 31, 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Deborah Peraya Bring your script to this intensive workshop. Participants use popular screenwriting theory and story editing to help one another address common first draft problems such as plot holes, stereotypes, structural weaknesses, the passive protagonist, and the swampland of the second act.

Self-editing for fiction writers See page 43.

Writing and Illustrating a Children’s Picture Book: An Introduction WRIT 633 / Fee $180 Saturday, May 1, 10 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructors: Ellen Schwartz and Kathryn Shoemaker Interested in the magical world of children’s literature? This course will give you the basics of writing and illustrating a picture book for young children.

how to work with a periodicals editor See page 44.

Magazine Writing for Kids WRIT 652 / Fee $220 Saturday, June 12, 9 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructors: Jude Isabella and Adrienne Mason In this how-to course, you will work on the nuts and bolts of how to break into the fun world of children’s magazine writing. This intensive workshop will help you to think more analytically about the market and the audience. Get hands-on help with pitching to editors, learn how to build and maintain the writer/editor relationship, and understand the essential research stage of writing. Bring children’s magazines you admire to class and be prepared to take notes.

News and Feature writing WRIT 320 / Fee $320 4 Wednesdays, May 5–26, 6–8:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Don Whiteley Acquire the skills, tools and processes you need to research and write a good news or feature story for publication in a newspaper or magazine.

Road Quill: Travel Writing and the possibilities of publication WRIT 311 / Fee $495 6 Tuesdays, April 6–May 11, 6:30–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructors: John Masters and Daniel Wood What do newspaper, magazine and book editors want in a travel story? Learn how to turn your journeys into marketable stories through practical advice and first-person accounts from some of Canada’s leading journalists, editors and photographers.

So you want to be a critic WRIT 639 / Fee $320 4 Saturdays, April 10–May 1, 1:30–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Valerie Gregory Turn your passion into lucrative assignments. Learn the fundamentals and techniques of criticism and gain practical experience in reviewing.

NEW Travel Writing: Write a Better Guidebook WRIT 811 / Fee $350 3 Tuesdays, August 17, 24, 31 and 2 Thursdays, August 19 and 26, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Marty McLennan Good guidebook writing does more than impart information—it brings a place to life on the page. Expand your understanding of this exciting genre through interactive readings, discussions and written exercises. Participants learn how to create, write and market a guidebook, whether it’s a gritty pocket-sized paperback or a slick hardcover coffee table book.

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Writing for Women’s Magazines: Follow the Money WRIT 670 / Fee $210 2 Saturdays, May 1–May 15 (no class May 8), 10 am–2 pm, SFU Vancouver. Instructor: Amanda Vogel In this introduction to a lucrative publishing niche, students compare and contrast women’s magazines, learn to flesh out story ideas and craft attention-grabbing queries and practise writing in the standard “lively” voice. Arm yourself with from-the-trenches tips for nailing the tone, identifying creative angles, marketing a writing specialty and packaging your work to nab assignments. manuscript Creative Writing: Introduction to Process WRIT 346 / Fee $275 4 Saturdays, May 29–June 19, 9:30 am–12 noon, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Lydia Kwa A significant portion of discovering your unique voice depends on a willingness to suspend your judgments about “proper technique.” This course introduces an organic process for creating and evolving work that will free your voice and improve your writing.

Self-publishing on the web: blogging, podcasting and youtube See page 45. poetry Poetry workshop: advanced WRIT 645 / Fee $450 6 Wednesdays, April 14–June 23, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Miranda Pearson Hone your ability to critique and revise your poetry through intensive, supportive workshopping sessions. Gain a better understanding of key elements such as rhythm, pacing, handling the line and what particular poetics may be underpinning an individual’s writing.

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> editing Editors are the bridge between writers, publishers and readers.

Working in industries as disparate as newspaper publishing, government, health care and education, they shape virtually everything we read, from computer manuals to poetry. If you are interested in the world of editing, or are already performing editing tasks as part of your job, our editing courses and certificate program can help better prepare you for this essential and rewarding role.

Experienced editors pursuing certification from the Editors’ Association of Canada, such as the Certified Professional Editor (CPE) designation or the Certified Copy Editor credential, will find several courses to help them prepare for their certification tests, including Copy Editing: Beyond the Basics, Grammar: A Quick Review of Common Puzzles in Today’s English, Substantive Editing and Publication Design and Print Production.

Certificate in Editing The Editing Certificate program gives graduates the knowledge, skills and confidence to join the world of print and electronic publications as a junior editor. Become a valuable partner in the writing and publishing process through course work that sharpens your editorial eye, hones your proofreading abilities and teaches you how to communicate with writers.

All courses may be taken individually or as part of the Editing Certificate program. Certificate students are required to complete a minimum of 142 hours of instruction.

Core courses—recommended order (122 hours) WRIT 409 Editors and Editing: An Introduction WRIT 481 Basic Copy Editing WRIT 410 Basic Proofreading WRIT 205 Advanced Study in Writing for Business and the Professions WRIT 220 Grammar: A Quick Review of Common Puzzles in Today’s English WRIT 417 Publication Design and Print Production WRIT 103 Ethics and Legal Issues in Writing and Publishing WRIT 447 Substantive Editing WRIT 498 Final Project: Editing Certificate* *Final Project may only be taken after all other course work, including electives, is completed.

Electives (20 hours) For more information about the Editing Certificate program and a list of elective courses, visit www.sfu.ca/wp.

Tuition for this program is $4,135 plus application and elective course fees.

The following courses may be taken individually or as part of a Writing and Publishing Certificate.

Advanced Study in Writing for Business and the Professions See page 37.

Basic Copy Editing WRIT 481 / Fee $370 4 Saturdays, January 16–February 6, 10 am–1 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Barbara Tomlin 4 Saturdays, April 10–May 1, 10 am–1 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Ruth Wilson 4 Wednesdays, May 19–June 9, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nick Rockel Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, August 23–26, 9 am–12 noon, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nick Rockel Copyediting makes a good publication better by eliminating errors, addressing grammar problems and ensuring consistency of style. Develop your copy editing skills in this essential introductory course.

Basic Proofreading WRIT 410 / Fee $295 2 Thursdays, March 11–18, 9 am–12 noon, SFU Vancouver.

Instructor: Barbara Tomlin 2 Saturdays, May 8–15, 10 am–1 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Barbara Tomlin Friday, August 20, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Barbara Tomlin Typographical errors are only funny when they appear in someone else’s writing. This course is for anyone who crafts reports, brochures, memos, website copy, or other written material in their work.

Copy Editing: Beyond the Basics WRIT 472 / Fee $275 2 Saturdays, March 20–27, 10 am–1 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Barbara Tomlin Learn key skills for editing non-text materials such as tables, graphs, labels and captions. Find out how to use common editorial references and craft a house style guide.

Editing Fiction WRIT 805 / Fee $395 4 Saturdays, March 6–27, 10 am–2 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: R. David Stephens Saturday and Sunday, 9 am–5:30 pm, August 21–22, SFU Vancouver Instructor: R. David Stephens Learn the art and skill of editing fiction. You will work with excerpts from manuscripts that authors thought were publication-ready drafts. After you offer your editing suggestions, we’ll compare these comments with the final edit.

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s i m o n f r a s e r u n i v e r s i t y > Co n t i n u i n g st u d i e s > w r i t i n g a n d p u b l i s h i n g Editors and Editing: An Introduction WRIT 409 / Fee $420 / Distance education available 5 Tuesdays, January 5–February 2, 6:30–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Frances Peck 5 Wednesdays, March 10–April 7, 6:30–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Joy Gugeler Saturday and Sunday, August 14–15, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Nick Rockel January 15–May 15, Distance education (print–based).

Registration deadline: January 1. Instructor: Carolyn Stewart March 15–July 15, Distance education (print–based).

Registration deadline: March 1. Instructor: Barbara Johnston May 15–September 15. Distance education (print–based).

Registration deadline: May 1. Instructor: Carolyn Stewart July 15–November 15, Distance education (print–based).

Registration deadline: July 1. Instructor: Barbara Johnston Is editing the career for you? This overview of the editor’s role will help you answer that question. Topics include readers’ reports and assessments, the three stages of editing—substantive editing, line editing and copyediting—and the nature of the writer-editor relationship.

Ethics and legal issues in writing and publishing See page 38.

Final Project: Editing WRIT 498 / Fee $400 2 classes, Monday, May 17, 6:30–9:30 pm, Monday, June 14, 6:30–8:30 pm, and a half-hour interview with the instructor on Monday, May 31, or Tuesday, June 1, between 3:30 and 9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Elizabeth Rains Editing Certificate students demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have acquired in their course of study with this final and substantial editing project.

Grammar: A Quick Review of Common Puzzles in Today’s English WRIT 220 / Fee $465 6 Thursdays, April 8–May 13, 6:30–8:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Vlad Konieczny 6 Tuesdays, May 25–June 29, 6:30–8:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Anne Hungerford Increase your skill and confidence as a writer through a better command of grammar. Learn how to avoid common errors, express ideas clearly and even experiment with style while reviewing the basics such as parts of speech, sentence structure and punctuation. Specific techniques for editing sentences are also covered.

InDesign See page 44.

Indexing: An Essential Art and Science WRIT 403 / Fee $420 5 Mondays, March 8–April 12 (no class April 5), 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Karen Griffiths An index to a non-fiction book is like a map—it tells the reader what lies ahead and how to get there. Designed for aspiring indexers, as well as editors who deal with indexes, this course teaches the elements of a good index and how to create one efficiently.

“My workplace prompted me to seek some professional training, so I signed up for the Substantive Editing course—it was so rewarding that I registered to complete the entire Editing Certificate!”

—Veronika, alumna, Editing Certificate

Self-editing for Fiction Writers NEW WRIT 812 / Fee $360 4 Wednesdays, June 2–23, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Caroline Adderson Identify the blocks to revision in your personal writing process. Bring a sample of your writing to be analysed and revised for meaning, structure and style. The original will be compared to the revised version during a final in-class reading.

Substantive Editing WRIT 447 / Fee $485 7 Tuesdays, March 23–May 4, 7–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Ruth Wilson This course is designed for those with some experience in basic editing. Topics include various editorial problems and solutions, as well as demonstrations of substantive editing using examples from manuscripts.

Writing and Editing for the Web WRIT 407 / Fee $385 4 Mondays, April 12–May 3, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Lisa Manfield 2 Saturdays, August 14 and 21, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Lisa Manfield Writing for websites is not the same as writing for print media.

Designed for writers and editors, this course will help you understand how people read online and teach you how to translate that interactivity into engaging copy.

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> Publishing Today’s publishing professionals hold any number of positions, from writer to editor to designer. They might work for established publishing houses, corporations and institutions that produce their own materials. They are freelance web designers or entrepreneurs who start up desktop publishing businesses. What they all have in common is a thorough knowledge of their specialty. The Publishing Certificate is designed to provide broad-based training at an introductory level, with flexibility in course selection so you can specialize as you wish.

Certificate in Publishing The Certificate in Publishing takes you through the fundamentals, including writing, editing, proofreading, basic design and typography, publishing industry history and current developments.

Both veteran editors hoping to hone their skills and those new to the field will appreciate the opportunity to learn in a structured and supportive environment.

Certificate students are required to complete a minimum of 120 hours of instruction.

Core courses (56.5 hours) WRIT 410 Basic Proofreading or SUMM 404* Copy Editing and Proofreading WRIT 409 Editors and Editing: An Introduction WRIT 103 Ethics and Legal Issues in Writing and Publishing WRIT 417 Publication Design and Print Production WRIT 466 The Publishing Landscape: Who, What, Why and How * SUMM—Summer Publishing Workshops: Some of these courses are offered in the summer by the Canadian Centre for Studies in Publishing. For more information, visit www.sfu.ca/pubworks or call 778-782-5241.

Electives (63.5 hours) For a complete description of the Publishing Certificate program and a list of elective courses, visit www.sfu.ca/wp.

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Basic Proofreading See page 42.

Dreamweaver WRIT 490 / Fee $425 4 Wednesdays, March 17–April 7, 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Michael Hayward Dreamweaver is a ubiquitous website development application and one that all editors should know. Through lectures and hands-on practice, gain a solid foundation in Dreamweaver’s user interface and suite of web page editing tools.

Editors and Editing: An Introduction See page 43.

Ethics and Legal Issues in Writing and Publishing See page 38.

How to Work with a Periodicals editor NEW WRIT 668 / Fee $105 Saturday, May 8, 10 am–1 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Baila Lazarus So you’re a freelance writer. You have some assignments under your belt, you’re a good writer and you meet all your deadlines. Now what?

How do you make yourself stand out as a freelancer? What are some of the unspoken expectations editors have that you could fulfill, thus making you an invaluable resource they will turn to again and again? How do you go from being a name on their list to being at the top of their list? This course will disclose some of those unwritten expectations and enable you to surprise editors with your knowledge and abilities.

InDesign WRIT 473 / Fee $450 2 Saturdays, January 23–30, 10 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Brian Charles Integrated with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, InDesign provides great precision and control during the production process. Beginning with an overview of the InDesign workspace, learn how to set up publications, import graphics and text, edit graphics, make complex tables and more.

s i m o n f r a s e r u n i v e r s i t y > Co n t i n u i n g st u d i e s > w r i t i n g a n d p u b l i s h i n g The Nuts and Bolts of Self-Publishing NEW WRIT 816 / Fee $190 Saturday, June 19, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Patty Osborne When you self-publish a book, you are the publisher. This means that you pay for the production of the book and you take responsibility for marketing and distribution. It also means that you keep any profits from sales. This course covers the reasons to self-publish, dealing with the manuscript, editing and design, marketing and distribution.

Publication Design and Print Production WRIT 417 / Fee $460 Saturday and Sunday, August 21–22, 9 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Gary Shilling An increasing number of publishing jobs require some design and print production knowledge and most editors are expected to provide design input for the projects they work on. This course covers the basic principles of publication design, typography, print production and publishing technology. the Publishing landscape: who, what, why and how WRIT 466 / Fee $295 4 Thursdays, January 14–February 4, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Mary Schendlinger This course offers an overview of print, corporate and online publishing. Discover the range, markets, operations, business principles and political context for each of these specialty areas.

Self-publishing on the web: blogging, podcasting and youtube WRIT 806 / Fee $350 3 Wednesdays, April 14–28, 6:30–9:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Gary Shilling If you’re a writer interested in online media, chances are you already browse blogs, subscribe to podcasts and watch YouTube videos.

This course explores how to develop engaging online content by restructuring your style, developing a unique voice and incorporating visuals. The course will also introduce tools for producing, editing and publishing your content online.

Writing and Editing for the Web See page 43.

Writing for Women’s Magazines: Follow the Money See page 41.

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> Technical communication Technical communicators are involved in researching, developing and producing policy and procedure manuals, training materials, end-user documents and a range of other publications. They also play a vital role in the evolving high-tech sector by creating manuals used to train and support software and hardware users. Acquiring a Technical Communication Certificate is an excellent way to enter the field. This rigorous program prepares graduates for demanding roles with thorough instruction in the industry’s most current skills and technologies.

Online Certificate in Technical Communication As leaders in the development and delivery of technical communication courses, we are pleased to announce that our Technical Communication Certificate program can now be completed entirely online.

Gain the critical thinking, writing, editing and graphic design skills you need to succeed in this challenging industry on your schedule. Because our web-based courses do not require being online at any specific time, you choose when and where you learn.

Like all of our Technical Communication students, you will have the guidance and support of professional technical communicators (acting as course facilitators), build a portfolio of work through practical assignments, and benefit from various networking opportunities.

Certificate students must complete a minimum of 156.5 online hours of instruction. If you cannot complete the continuous series of courses required within one year, you may take a break and then re-enter the program the following year.

Students are admitted to the online certificate program once yearly. The next cohort is scheduled to start in August.

The application deadline is May 31, 2010. Before applying to the certificate program, you must successfully complete the two prerequisite courses (see below), with a minimum final grade of 70% in Technical Writing and Editing.

Prerequisite courses (35 hours) WRIT 510 Concepts and Practice of Technical Communication WRIT 506 Technical Writing and Editing Core courses in order (121.5 hours) WRIT 509 Research, Analysis and Information Design (Fall 2010) WRIT 518 Design and Production of Technical Publications (Fall 2010) WRIT 403 Indexing: An Essential Art and Science WRIT 526 Microsoft Word for Technical Writers: Advanced or WRIT 528 Adobe FrameMaker: Creating Technical Documentation WRIT 525 Fundamentals of Creating Online Documents WRIT 547 Technical Writing: Advanced Workshop WRIT 540 Documentation Project Management WRIT 580 Final Project: Guided Practicum Tuition is $3,400 if paid in full upon acceptance to the certificate, plus application and prerequisite course fees. This is a discount of $200 when compared to paying for courses individually.

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Adobe acrobat for print and online publishing WRIT 532 / Fee $410 2 Saturdays, March 6–13, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Rowena Hart Designed for marketing communicators, technical writers and other publishing professionals responsible for reviewing and distributing documents, this course covers the basics of Adobe Acrobat.

Adobe Framemaker: creating technical documentation WRIT 528 / Fee $380 / Online January 4–January 31. Registration deadline: December 21, 2009 Instructor: Rowena Hart Learn the basics of Adobe FrameMaker, an essential software tool for developing business and technical documents. This software is especially timesaving when producing both print and online documents from one set of source files.

Concepts and Practice of Technical Communication WRIT 510 / Fee $510 / Online January 18–April 15. Registration deadline: January 4 Instructor: Duncan Kent Designed for students exploring a career in technical communications, as well as practising technical writers in need of a refresher, this course provides thorough grounding in the broad discipline of technical communications. It also serves as a framework for future courses within the program.

Designing revisable manuals WRIT 531 / Fee $295 Friday, June 4, 9 am–4 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Duncan Kent This one-day workshop teaches students to design and write technical publications of all kinds, but particularly in-house revisable policy and procedures manuals, software end-user guides and operations and maintenance documentation.

Documentation Project Management WRIT 540 / Fee $440 / Online May 17–June 27. Registration deadline: May 3 Instructor: Rowena Hart The underlying challenge in every documentation project is to produce quality documentation on time and within budget. You can do this successfully provided you understand and use proven document management techniques. This course gives you practical skills for managing technical documentation projects including project planning, estimating, budgeting, managing resources, team building and an awareness of issues such as localization, production and usability. This course equips you with a “toolkit” of skills, concepts and best practices.

Final Project: guided practicum WRIT 580 / Fee $490 / Online August 2–September 12. Registration deadline: July 19 Instructor: Robert Allin The course is designed as a simulated workplace project. Under the guidance of an experienced documentation manager, students plan, write, illustrate, edit and produce a small document (paper or electronic) in accordance with industry standards. This course is only available to approved Technical Communication Certificate students.

Fundamentals of creating online documents WRIT 525 / Fee $530 / Online February 8–March 21. Registration deadline: January 25 Instructor: Jerome Ryckborst This introductory course covers the basics of designing effective online documentation for software application help systems and the web.

Indexing: An Essential Art and Science See page 43.

Microsoft word for technical writers: advanced WRIT 526 / Fee $380 / Online January 4–31. Registration deadline: December 21, 2009 Instructor: Rahel Bailie Learn how to efficiently create professional, revisable manuals using Microsoft Word.

NEW Technical writing: advanced workshop WRIT 547 / Fee $440 / Online April 5–May 9. Registration deadline: March 22 Instructor: Sue Andrews Discover the strategies that improve communication between writers and readers, as well as methods for improving a document’s organization.

Technical writing and Editing WRIT 506 / Fee $415 / Online April 6–May 16. Registration deadline: March 22 Instructor: Inez Gowsell The ultimate goal of a technical communicator is to produce an effective and usable product. By examining the mechanics of producing various media (e.g., manuals, training material, online help and job aids), learn how to write and edit successful technical material.

Writing for Translation and Localization WRIT 546 / Fee $225 4 Wednesdays, April 7–28, 6–9 pm, SFU Vancouver Instructor: Tony Strangis Writing for translation presents a unique set of challenges. Learn to identify and incorporate common phrases, use translation-friendly sentence structures and style guides, edit documents for cultural bias and taboos, design document templates that allow for text expansion and contraction, create a translation glossary, plan for image translation and correct documents that have been machine-translated.

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sfu Continuing studies index A Aboriginal programs Aboriginal Employment Prep: training for the hospitality industry, 10 Aboriginal University Preparation, 10 Preparing for Health Careers: Aboriginal pre-health, 10 accounting fundamentals, 28 management, 29 architecture lectures, 4 See also sustainable community development; urban design; urban planning B blogging make money blogging, 38 self-publishing on the web: blogging, podcasting and YouTube, 41 business. See management; business analysis; business writing; Liberal and Business Studies; publishing business analysis, 34–35 business writing certificate, 37 courses, 37–39 See also technical communication C Cantonese, 21 career development Aboriginal programs, 10 Career Development Practitioner Certificate, 11 career management services, 13 career options in technical communication, business writing and editing, 36 career workshops, 13 Centre for Online and Distance Education (CODE), 9

certificates application for, 50 Business Analysis, 34 Business Communication and Professional Writing, 37 Canadian Business Management Fundamentals (in Mandarin), 27 Career Development Practitioner, 11 Dialogue and Civic Engagement, 15 Editing, 42 Interpretation and Translation, 22 Management: General Management, 28 Management: Risk Management, 30 Publishing, 44 Restorative Justice, 27 Seniors Program Non-Credit Certificate in the Liberal Arts, 23 Sustainable Community Development, 16 Technical Communication, 45 Urban Design, 17 The Writer’s Studio: Certificate in Creative Writing, 39 See also diplomas children, writing for children’s picture book, 40 children’s magazines, 41 Chinese Cantonese, 21 Mandarin, 21 translation workshop, 22 City Program. See urban planning communication communication in business, 29 cross-cultural, 6, 28 oral communication skills (ELC program), 20 project communication management, 33 strategic communication, 38 workplace culture and communication (ELC program), 20 See also business writing; public relations; technical communication; web communication community. See public discussions; sustainable community development; urban design; urban planning creative non-fiction writing, 39 See also fiction writing; journalism creative writing, 39 The Writer’s Studio certificate, 39 courses, 39–41

D degree programs Aboriginal University Preparation Program, 10 Centre for Integrated and Credit Studies (Continuing Studies), 8 Centre for Online and Distance Education (CODE), 9 Liberal and Business Studies, 8 SFU NOW, 9 design, 44–46 (publication) See also urban design dialogue and civic engagement, 15 dialogue and negotiation, 14 diplomas application for, 50 Applied Project Management, 32 Dialogue and Negotiation, 14 Interpretation and Translation (Mandarin Chinese/English), 22 Rehabilitation Management, 18 See also certificates E economics The history and future of money—a new twist, 25 Important economic policy issues facing Canadians today, 23 SFU/BMO Bank of Montreal Endowment Fund Lecture Series in Economics, 5 Your money, your future: “4 piles of money,” 4 editing certificate, 42 courses, 42–43 English Language and Culture (ELC) courses, 20 IELTS (International English Language Testing System) preparation, 20 ethics in career development, 11 and legal issues in writing and publishing, 38 and public companies, 31 in rehabilitation management, 18 executive skills, 38 See also business writing; management

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F fiction writing courses, 36, 39–41 The Writer’s Studio, 39 See also creative non-fiction writing finance. See accounting; economics G grammar advanced, 37 review, 43 grants and proposals, 38 H health Continuing Health Education, 4 Preparing for Health Careers: Aboriginal pre-health, 10 Protection for All: Sex industry health, safety and human rights, 5 Rehabilitation Management diploma, 18 human resource management, 29 I IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Preparation, 20 InDesign (software), 44 information sessions Business Writing, Editing, Publishing, and Technical Communication, 36 Career Development Practitioner Certificate, 11 Liberal and Business Studies, 8 SFU NOW, 9 interpretation and translation courses, 22 technical writing for translation and localization, 46

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J journalism, 41 See also business writing; creative non-fiction writing; web communication K Korean, 21 L languages Asian language and culture bank, 21 Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), 21 Korean, 21 Punjabi, 21 See also interpretation and translation Liberal and Business Studies program, 8 M management accounting, 28, 29 business administration, 28 business finance, 29 business fundamentals, 28 business law, 29 Certificate in Business Analysis, 34 Certificate in Canadian Business Management fundamentals (in Mandarin), 27 Certificate in Management: General Management, 28 Certificate in Management: Risk Management, 30 communication in business, 29 economic theory introduction, 29 human resource management, 29 organizational behaviour, 28 public companies, 31 Strategic Supply Chain Management program, 31 writing in the workplace, 28 See also business writing; executive skills; project management; risk management Management and Professional Programs

Career Development Practitioner Certificate, 11 Certificate in Business Analysis, 34 Certificate in Canadian Business Management Fundamentals (in Mandarin), 27 Certificate in Management: General Management, 28 Certificate in Management: Risk Management, 30 Certificate in Publishing, 44 Diploma in Applied Project Management, 32 Public Companies: Financing, governance and compliance, 31 Strategic Supply Chain Management Leadership Program, 31 Mandarin, 21 N negotiation. see dialogue and negotiation non-fiction writing. See business writing; creative non-fiction writing; journalism; technical communication novel writing, 40 O online courses blended courses (classroom and online), 28 online Certificate in Technical Communication, 45–46 through Centre for Online and Distance Education, 9 opera, 23, 25, 26

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P Philosophers’ Café, 5 podcasting, 45 poetry writing, 41 presentations, 38 project management, 32–33 documentation project management, 46 proofreading, 42 public companies: financing, governance and compliance, 31 public discussions Civitas, 5 multicultural dialogues, 6 Philosophers’ Café, 5 public lectures Health and Wellness, 4 Saturday Seniors Forums, 4 Science, 4 SFU/BMO Bank of Montreal Lecture Series in Economics, 5 Social Justice Series, 5 Urban Issues, 4 Writer’s Studio Monthly Reading Series, 5 public relations, 37–38 See also web communication publishing, certificate, 44 courses, 44–45 See also editing; software; technical communication; web communication purchasing project procurement management, 33 Strategic Supply Chain Management Leadership Program, 31 R rehabilitation management, 18–19 report writing, 38 restorative justice, 27 risk management certificate, 30 courses, 30–33

S seniors Certificate in the Liberal Arts, 23 Opera Studies, 26 Saturday Forums, 4 SFU NOW, 9 software Adobe Acrobat for print and online publishing, 46 Adobe FrameMaker for creating technical communication, 46 Dreamweaver, 44 InDesign, 44 Microsoft Word for technical writings, 46 self-publishing on the web: blogging, podcasting and YouTube, 45 See also web communication Speaking of Science lectures, 4 speeches, 38 Strategic Supply Chain Management Leadership program, 31 sustainable community development certificate, 16 courses, 16 See also urban design; urban planning T technical communication certificate, 45 courses, 46 See also business writing; editing translation. See interpretation and translation U university preparation Aboriginal University Preparation Program, 10 See also degree programs urban design certificate, 17 courses, 17 See also sustainable community development; Urban Issues Lectures; urban planning Urban Issues Lectures, 4

urban planning City Program, 16 real estate development, 16 Sustainable Community Development Certificate, 16 See also urban design; Urban Issues Lectures V Venture Connection (Surrey), 27 W web communication creating online documents, 46 Dreamweaver, 44 e-commerce, 37 make money blogging, 38 making the pitch: getting media attention using social media, 38 self-publishing on the web: blogging, podcasting and YouTube, 45 See also software The Writer’s Studio: A Certificate in Creative Writing certificate overview, 39 Monthly Reading Series, 5 See also creative non-fiction writing; fiction writing; poetry writing writing. See business writing; creative nonfiction writing; editing; fiction writing; journalism; poetry writing; publishing; technical communication; web communication Writing and Publishing Program Certificate in Business Communication and Professional Writing, 37 Certificate in Editing, 42 Certificate in Publishing, 44 Certificate in Technical Communication, 45 The Writer’s Studio: Certificate in Creative Writing, 39 Y YouTube, publishing on, 45

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how to register Registration and Payment Payment of course fees is required at the time of registration.

1. Online Complete and submit the secure online registration form at www.sfu.ca/cstudies/register.htm. If the submission is successful, your form will be acknowledged with an immediate automatic reply message and a submission confirmation number. However, your seat is not guaranteed until your payment has been processed.

2. By phone or fax Contact the program area as noted under the program name, or call Continuing Studies at 778-782-5100 or fax 778-782-5098.

3. In person Come to the Registrar and Information Services desk on the main floor (Hastings Street level) of SFU Vancouver, 515 West Hastings Street. Office hours are Monday to Thursday, 10 am–7 pm, and Friday, 10 am–5 pm.

Application for Certificates and Diplomas The following certificate and diploma programs involve an application process. For application forms and application procedures, please visit the program’s website.

• Diploma in Applied Project Management, page 32, www.sfu.ca/mpprog • Certificate in Business Analysis, page 34, www.sfu.ca/mpprog • Certificate in Business Communication and Professional Writing, page 37, www.sfu.ca/wp • Career Development Practitioner Certificate, page 11, www.sfu.ca/mpprog

4. By mail Mail your payment with the completed registration form to Continuing Studies, 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5K3.

• Certificate in Creative Writing (The Writer’s Studio), page 39, www.sfu.ca/wp

Income Tax Receipts An official tax receipt will be mailed to you when we receive your registration fee. Please retain all receipts.

• Diploma in Dialogue and Negotiation, page 14, www.sfu.ca/dialogue

Goods and Services Tax (GST) This tax has been included in the course fee for all non-certificate courses. SFU’s GST number is 118 520 725 RT. Certificate and diploma courses are exempt from GST.

• Diploma in Interpretation and Translation, page 22, www.sfu.ca/aip

Harmonized sales Tax (HST) HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) will be introduced in British Columbia on July 1, 2010. For more information on its application to SFU Continuing Studies courses and programs, please contact us at cstudies@sfu.ca.

• Certificate in Management: Risk Management, page 29, www.sfu.ca/mpprog

Course Cancellation and Instructor Substitutions Continuing Studies reserves the right to cancel courses or substitute instructors without liability. If a course is cancelled by Continuing Studies, every effort will be made to give adequate notice to enrolled participants.

• Certificate in Restorative Justice, page 27, www.sfu.ca/mpprog

If You Must Change or Cancel Courses Transferring from one course to another or changing from one section to another of the same course is considered a course cancellation and a new registration. Please check individual program websites for cancellation policies.

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• Certificate in Dialogue and Civic Engagement, page 15, www.sfu.ca/dialogue

• Certificate in Editing, page 42, www.sfu.ca/wp

• Certificate in Management: General Management, page 28, www.sfu.ca/mpprog

• Certificate in Publishing, page 44, www.sfu.ca/wp • Diploma in Rehabilitation Management, page 18, www.sfu.ca/healthed

• Seniors Non-Credit Certificate in the Liberal Arts, page 23, www.sfu.ca/seniors • Strategic Supply Chain Management Leadership Program, page 31, www.sfu.ca/mpprog • Sustainable Community Development Certificate, page 16, www.sfu.ca/city • Certificate in Technical Communication, page 45, www.sfu.ca/wp • Urban Design Certificate, page 17, www.sfu.ca/city

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Changing or Cancelling Courses Transferring from one course to another or changing from one section to another of the same course is considered a course cancellation and a new registration. Please check individual program websites for cancellation policies. We will need your original course tax receipt in order to process any refund or transfer.

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