Program option
Course-based
Innovation, Technology and Society (GradCert)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Duration
N/A
Credits
15 credits
Start term
Fall, Winter, Summer
Program overview
The Graduate Certificate in Innovation, Technology and Society prepares students and professionals from engineering and other backgrounds to drive innovation and commercialization in today’s rapidly evolving, technology-driven economy.
The program develops practical skills in creativity, innovation strategy, marketing, entrepreneurship, and critical thinking. Students learn to transform technological ideas into viable business solutions and understand the competitive and market forces that shape innovation.
In a supervised practicum, they develop an innovation project with guidance from an instructor certified in technology innovation and entrepreneurship. The practicum may take place in one of Concordia’s innovation spaces.
The certificate well suited to engineers looking to connect their technical expertise with innovation and commercialization, as well as to students and professionals from other fields interested in moving into technology-driven industries.
Program structure
Degree Requirements
Fully-qualified candidates are required to complete a minimum of 15 credits.
Please see the Engineering Courses page for course descriptions.
Innovation, Technology and Society Graduate Certification (15 credits)
| 9 | Credits chosen from Theory core courses |
| 6 | credits chosen from the Practicum |
| The graduate certificate can be completed within an academic year. |
Admission requirements
Proficiency in English
Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions.
Application process
Application deadlines
FALL
July 1 (Canadian resident)
March 1 (U.S. and international)
WINTER
November 1 (Canadian resident)
July 1 (U.S. and international)
SUMMER
March 1 (Canadian resident)
November 1 (U.S. and international)
Priority will be given to complete applications submitted by the deadline. In some cases, programs may continue to accept applications as long as there is space available. Consult the list of programs open for applications.
U.S. & International students: Considering the waiting period involved in meeting the entry requirements to Canada and Quebec, we strongly encourage U.S. and international applicants to apply early and submit supporting documents prior to the deadline.
Tuition & funding
Tuition and fees
Tuition and fees of the program may depend on your student status, among other key factors. Estimate these costs based on the most common situations.
Awards and funding
Funding packages are generally available for students in thesis-based programs. Course-based students may be eligible for a number of donor awards, and may consult with their department for program-specific opportunities.