Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions
- How long will it take for my application to be processed?
- Can I choose my courses?
- How do I maintain full-time status?
- What is a Certificate?
- Can I work while studying in Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization?
- Can I complete Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization online?
- Where can I find a program description of Global Workforce Skills prior to 2025?
Answers
How long will it take for my application to be processed?
To expedite the admission process, ensure all your documents have been submitted.
Applicants for the Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization program can expect to receive notification of their admission status within approximately two weeks after the application deadline. 1+1 applicants should allow up to 10 weeks for admission decisions regarding their application to the dual-credential program.
You will need to include the following documents in your online Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization application:
- A professional resume which includes a detailed and comprehensive profile of your past employment, education, training, and other relevant experience
- A copy of an official English language proficiency test score report if you are not applying through a language school partner
Can I choose my courses?
Join a supportive learning community and build connections with classmates from around the world!
Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization follows a cohort model, which means you will join a group of classmates who will take the same courses together. You are required to complete three micro-credentials. Upon enrolling in the program, you will be assigned to the appropriate courses.
How do I maintain full-time status?
Follow the required course load to ensure you complete the program within the designated timeframe.
Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization students must remain enrolled in a minimum of three courses per term to maintain full-time status. Each course requires approximately 10 hours of learner effort per week.
What is a professional certificate?
Enhance your professional development and improve your job prospects!
A Certificate is a formal credential that recognizes the completion of a set of courses or training. It indicates that an individual has demonstrated a certain level of knowledge, skill, or competency in a particular area. PCS programs leading to a Certificate are subject to the review and approval of the appropriate RRU council or committee.
Can I work while studying in Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization?
Gain valuable work experience in Canada while pursuing your studies!
Yes, students in the Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization program are eligible to work on or off campus, if meeting all eligibility requirements. Eligibility requirements include, but are not limited to, studying in an eligible program, such as Global Workforce Skills - Digital Marketing Specialization, full-time student status, and a Social Insurance Number. There are also rules about how many hours you can work as an international student in Canada.
The immigration information on this webpage is provided as a service to students and has been reviewed and endorsed by a Regulated International Student Immigration Advisor (RISIA) or a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) in compliance with the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and Regulations. This is not a legal document and information may change without notice. Please refer to the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website for the most updated information.
Build connections with peers and instructors in this immersive and comprehensive educational experience.
This program requires in-person attendance and does not offer remote or online-only options.
In 2025 the Global Workforce Skills was updated to include a Specialization in Digital Marketing starting September 02, 2025.
Effective September 02, 2025, only Global Workforce Skills – Digital Marketing Specialization will be offered. Learners who started the Global Workforce Skills program prior to September 2025 can find the program description and course information listed on our website.
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