Professional Writing and Communications

Overview

This unique Professional Writing and Communications graduate certificate program from Humber College provides the core transferrable skills you need to build a successful career in a variety of communications roles. Building on foundational skills such as storytelling, drafting, editing, pitching, interviewing and research, you will build proficiency in areas such as media writing, social media management, project management and design. 

With a focus on writing for different audiences and purposes, as well as using current technologies to maximize the impact of your message, you will be well-positioned to enter the workplace with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as a professional writer/communications specialist across a variety of sectors. You will also learn how to think strategically in preparation for taking on leadership positions within communications departments or starting your own freelance writing business. 

The program allows you to find a community of writers and supports collaboration, networking, professional development and publication. 

Career Overview

Graduates of this program may find employment as

• Communications specialists or coordinators
• Freelance writers
• Web copywriters
• Editors
• Social media managers
• Social media marketing specialists
• Report writers
• Proposal writers
• Grant writers
• Project Managers
• Journalists

Note: This is a post-graduate certificate. You must already have a bachelor's degree or the equivalent from a university or college.