University Certificate, Management Foundations at Athabasca University in Athabasca, Canada is a certificate in Business & Management programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered fully online.
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Business & Management
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: Online
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: athabascau.ca ·
Program details
Overview
The University Certificate, Management Foundations is a 30-credit undergraduate credential delivered entirely online by Athabasca University. The programme builds foundational skills in business administration, communications, economics, e-commerce, and critical thinking, providing an entry point into management studies. Courses completed for the certificate are transferable toward the university's Bachelor of Management degree, giving students a pathway to further study. Applicants who already hold a Bachelor of Administration, Bachelor of Commerce, or a similar degree are not eligible to enrol. Enrolment is continuous, with new starts available monthly, and the certificate can be completed in as little as one year of full-time study or at a self-paced schedule with no completion deadline. The programme suits students entering the workforce with a general management background as well as those planning to continue toward a full management degree.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: There are no formal admission requirements for this program. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older and may enrol at any time. Applicants who hold a Bachelor of Administration, Bachelor of Commerce, or a similar degree are not eligible to apply.
