Faculty of Open Learning & Career Development

Non鈥慍redit Diploma in Professional & Leadership Studies


Develop as a leader. Earn professional certifications. Gain valuable work experience in Canada.

Work in Canada


鲍鱼tv the Program

The 听is a 16-month, non-credit program designed听to develop your leadership skills and provide you with hands-on experience in high-demand Canadian industries.

You'll complete foundational courses in leadership and human resource management. Then, you'll start specialization courses in听Construction Site Management.

Applications are still open for the program starting in September 2025. If you have any questions, please contact Ilie Soloviov at ilie.soloviov@dal.ca.

In partnership with the听Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia听(), our Diploma offers a supportive experience that includes:

  • Canadian workplace training
  • One-on-one career counselling
  • Job search support led by the ISANS team
  • A four-month work term in your field of study

Details at a Glance

  • Location:  Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada 
  • Duration: 16 months 
  • Program start dates: September, January, and April
  • Format:  More than 50% of coursework will be completed in-person (select courses online, blended)  
  • Program cost: $27,400

After the Program

Please refer to the听听for the latest and most accurate information about eligibility requirements and the length of PGWPs. Visit our FAQs page for more details.听

Career Options
Throughout the program,听the ISANS team will get to know you and your goals so they can offer you personalized advice. Leading up to graduation,听the ISANS team will support you with your Canadian job search and give you personalized feedback on your CV and cover letters.

Graduates of this Diploma cspecialzing in Construction Site Management can pursue different roles such as:

  • Construction Project Manager
  • Building site manager
  • Construction foreman/forewoman
  • Construction site manager
  • Construction supervisor/lead

Why choose 鲍鱼tv鈥檚 Non-Credit Diploma in Professional and Leadership Studies?

Work with a Career Advisor at Nova Scotia鈥檚 premier immigrant-serving organization.

  • Receive workplace training tailored to new arrivals in Canada.
  • Be supported in defining your career goals so you can reach your full potential. 
  • Benefit from the ISANS network, and work 1-on-1 with a Career Advisor.

Choose a course of study that works for you.

  • Choose a specialization that will help you advance your career.
  • Benefit from a program designed for international students鈥� academic and professional goals and needs.

Study at one of Canada鈥檚 leading research universities.

  • 鲍鱼tv is a member of the U15 - the top 15 Canadian research-intensive universities.
  • Live in one of Canada鈥檚 safest and friendliest cities.  
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