The Ultimate Guide to Canadian Marketing Universities, Colleges and Schools

Selecting the right marketing course is a pivotal choice for both current and aspiring marketers.

But with numerous options available, tailored to various aspirations and learning preferences, the process of making this informed decision can be overwhelming—we’re here to make sure it isn’t.

Similar to the Maclean’s University Guidebook, we wanted to provide a helpful overview and breakdown of what's out there through the use of filtered data to help you make the best decision for your future.

This article offers a concise overview of the top Canadian marketing courses in 2023, assisting both aspiring marketers and professionals in finding their ideal educational path.

Our first annual listing of ALL the programs for those interested in marketing education is now published. We hope it serves you well!

Certificates, Courses & Bootcamps

• Alacrity Canada

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Self-paced | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Association of Canadian Advertisers

Type: Association | Website: Customized Courses
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Unspecified | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Brainstation

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Digital Marketing Course
Program length: 8 weeks | Delivery type: Part-time, in-person | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Yes
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• British Columbia Institute of Technology

Type: Public Polytechnic Institute | Website: Marketing Management Certificate
Program length: Unspecified (47 credits) | Delivery type: Part-time, In-person and online | Price: $7,500

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Canadian Marketing Association

Type: Association | Website: Online Certificate Courses
Program length: Less than 10 weeks | Delivery type: Online | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Capilano University

Type: Public University | Website: Business Administration Certificate
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $4,075

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Concordia University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Certificate in Social Media Marketing
Program length: 2 months | Delivery type: Part-time, online | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Concordia University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Certificate in Search Marketing
Program length: 2 months | Delivery type: Part-time, online | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Douglas College

Type: Public College | Website: Marketing Certificate
Program length: 2 semesters + | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• General Assembly

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Digital Marketing Course
Program length: 2 months | Delivery type: Part-time, online | Price: $3,100

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): USA-based
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• Growclass

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Growth Marketing Certification
Program length: 6 weeks | Delivery type: Part-time, online | Price: $1,999 USD

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): USA-based
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• Interactive Advertising Bureau of Canada

Type: Association | Website: Digital Ad & Media Certifications
Program length: 1 day + | Delivery type: Selt-paced, online | Price: $249 +

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Jelly Academy

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Digital Marketing Bootcamp
Program length: 7 weeks | Delivery type: Part-time or self-paced, online | Price: $3,999

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Yes
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• Lighthouse Labs

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Bootcamp Programs
Program length: 6-30 weeks | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time, online | Price: Program dependent

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• McMaster University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Certificate in Marketing
Program length: 15 credits | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: $3,731

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Ottawa (Personal Development Institute)

Type: Public University | Website: Certificate in Communications & Marketing
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Self-paced, in-person or online | Price: Course dependent

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• Sprott Shaw College

Type: Private College | Website: Digital Marketing Specialist Certificate
Program length: 17 weeks | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Success with Digital

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Digital Marketing Certifications
Program length: Up to 9 weeks | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: No listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (videos)

• Toronto Metropolitan University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Strategic Marketing Management Certificate
Program length: 1-2 years | Delivery type: Self-paced | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University Canada West

Type: Private University | Website: Digital Marketing Professional Certificate (in partnership with Digital Marketing Institute)
Program length: 30 hours | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: $2,500

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Alberta (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Digital Marketing Certificate
Program length: 168 hours | Delivery type: Part-time, online | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• University of Calgary (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Digital Marketing Certificate
Program length: 100 hours | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: $2,625

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Calgary (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Marketing Fundamentals Certificate
Program length: 100 hours | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: $2,625

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of the Fraser Valley

Type: Public University | Website: Marketing & Sales Certificate
Program length: 3 semesters | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time | Price: Fee schedule available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of the Fraser Valley (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Digital Marketing Microcredential
Program length: 8 weeks | Delivery type: Part-time, online | Price: $3,500

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Yes
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Toronto (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Digital Marketing Management Certificate
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: Course dependent

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Toronto (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Marketing Certificate
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: Course dependent

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Victoria (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Business Administration Certificate
Program length: 1-3 years | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time, online and in-person | Price: $7,113

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• Western University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Professional Certificate in Marketing Management
Program length: 1 year + | Delivery type: Self-paced, online | Price: $2,475

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• York University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Certificate in Digital Marketing
Program length: 3-6 months | Delivery type: Part-time, in-person and/or online | Price: $2,307

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

Diplomas

• Algonquin College

Type: Public College | Website: Business Marketing Diploma
Program length: 2 years + | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time, in-person or online | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• British Columbia Institute of Technology

Type: Public Polytechnic Institute | Website: Marketing Management Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person | Price: $12,959

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Canadian College

Type: Private College | Website: Social Media Marketing Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $20,150

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Canadian College of Technology and Business

Type: Private College | Website: Digital Marketing Diploma
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $6,000

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Yes
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• Capilano University

Type: Public University | Website: Business Administration Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $11,842

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Centennial College

Type: Public College | Website: Business Marketing Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person or online | Price: $7,840

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Concordia University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Diploma in Digital Marketing
Program length: 2 months | Delivery type: Full-time, online | Price: $4,300

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Dawson College

Type: Public College | Website: Marketing & Management Technology Diploma
Program length: 3 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Digital Marketing Institute

Type: Digital Marketing Company | Website: Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Online | Price: $2,630

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website:Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Ireland-based
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• Douglas College

Type: Public College | Website: Marketing Diploma
Program length: 4 semesters + | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one video)

• Fanshawe College

Type: Public College | Website: Business Marketing Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person | Price: $7,836

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• Georgian College

Type: Public College | Website: Business Marketing Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person | Price: Fee schedule available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Humber College

Type: Public College | Website: Diploma in Business Marketing
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $7,570

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program:No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Langara College

Type: Public College | Website: Marketing Management Diploma
Program length: 2 years + | Delivery type: Pat-time or full-time | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• McMaster University (Continuing Education)

Type: Public College | Website: Diploma in Marketing
Program length: 24 credits | Delivery type: Self-paced | Price: Course dependent

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• North Island College

Type: Public College | Website: Business Administration Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $8,645

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Sprott Shaw College

Type: Private College | Website: Digital Marketing Management Diploma
Program length: 58 weeks | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Toronto School of Management

Type: Private College | Website: Diploma in Digital Marketing (in partnership with Digital Marketing Institute)
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person and online | Price: $14,745

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Yes
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• University of British Columbia

Type: Public University | Website: Diploma in Marketing & Sales Management
Program length: 3 years | Delivery type: Part-time, in-person | Price: $14,850

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Victoria (Continuing Education)

Type: Public University | Website: Business Administration Diploma
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: full-time, in-person and online | Price: $12,235

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

Bachelor Degrees

• Algonquin College

Type: Public College | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing (Honors)
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Capilano University

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Business Administration w/ Marketing Concentration
Program length: 4 years + | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time | Price: $26,790

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Concordia University

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing
Program length: 3-4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Douglas College

Type: Public College | Website: Bachelor of Business Administration w/ Marketing Concentration
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Fanshawe College

Type: Public College | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Digital Marketing (Honors)
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person or online | Price: $31,153

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Humber College

Type: Public College | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing (Honors)
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $28,961

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Yes
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (video)

• Langara College

Type: Public College | Website: Bachelor of Business Administration w/ Marketing Concentration
Program length: 4 years + | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• McGill University

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce w/ Marketing Major or Concentration
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Not
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• McMaster University

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Partially
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• North Island College

Type: Public College | Website: Bachelor of Business Administration w/ Marketing Concentration
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $16,855

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Okanagan College

Type: Public College | Website: Bachelor of Business Administration w/ Marketing Specialty
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $23,793

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Unclear (briefly mentioned)
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• St. Francis Xavier University

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• Toronto Metropolitan University

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management
Program length: 4 years + | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time | Price: Dependent on part-time or full-time

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of Alberta

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Unspecified | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: No
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• University of British Columbia

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce w/ Marketing Specialization
Program length: 4 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• University of Calgary

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce w/ Marketing Concentration
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Unspecified | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Partially
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• York University

Type: Public University | Website: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing (Honors)
Program length: Unspecified | Delivery type: Unspecified | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Partially
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Yes
Mentorship opportunities: Yes
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

Post-Baccalaureates

• Algonquin College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing Management
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: Tuition estimator available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Bow Valley College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Diploma Digital Marketing Certificate
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person or online | Price: $7,354

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• Canadian Marketing Association

Type: Association | Website: Chartered Marketer Program
Program length: 2 years + | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time, online | Price: Pay per course

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes

• Centennial College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing Management
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person and/or online | Price: $5,420

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Centennial College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing (Digital Engagement Strategy)
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person and/or online | Price: $5,399

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Yes
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Digital Marketing Institute

Type: Digital Education Company | Website: Post-Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing (through BPP University)
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Part-time, online | Price: $10,215

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Ireland-based
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: Yes
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• ERP College

Type: Private College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Digital & Social Media Diploma
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: In-person or online | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Fanshawe College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing Management
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person or online | Price: $3,605

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Georgian College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Marketing Management
Program length: 1 year | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person and/or online | Price: Fee schedule available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Humber College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Marketing Management Certificate
Program length: 3 semesters | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person or online | Price: $5,876

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• McGill University (Continuing Studies)

Type: Public University | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Applied Marketing
Program length: Less than 1 year | Delivery type: Part-time, in-person | Price: Fee schedule available

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: Yes (only one)

• Okanagan College

Type: Public College | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Marketing
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time | Price: $11,860

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Not mentioned
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• St. Francis Xavier University

Type: Public University | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Marketing
Program length: 2 years | Delivery type: Full-time, in-person | Price: Not listed

Scholarships or bursaries available: Not listed
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

• Western University (Continuing Studies)

Type: Public University | Website: Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Marketing
Program length: 1-2 years | Delivery type: Part-time or full-time, in-person or online | Price: $8,850

Scholarships or bursaries available: Yes
Curriculum on website: Yes
Based in Canada (understands Canadian marketing landscape): Yes
Diverse instructors: Not listed
Mentorship opportunities: Not mentioned
Co-op/practicum opportunities: Yes
Includes industry credentials outside branded certificate: Not mentioned
Industry council that advises program: No
Course reviews/testimonials easily available: No

From co-op placements and networking opportunities to the tangible resources and skills you walk away with, the importance of a well-chosen educational path cannot be overstated.

By considering the insights provided in this article, aspiring marketers and professionals alike can make a decision that aligns with their goals and sets them on a trajectory for success.

After all, the right course is not just a stepping stone—it's a strategic investment in a vibrant and dynamic industry that rewards innovation, creativity and informed decision-making. Our favourite industry, if we may.

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