You’ve completed your degree. You’ve been in the workforce for some time or just a short while. You’re well aware of the importance of excellent communication skills for getting, keeping and advancing in a career. And you want to take your knowledge and abilities to the next level.
Your next step: writing and communication trade school
Competitive skills
The Post-Degree Diploma in Professional Communication is designed to meet the needs of recent university graduates and working professionals. The diploma offers well-planned courses in writing, editing, research, document design, professional preparedness and professional work experience.
Communication conversations
This summer, join us for a coffee and conversation about the Post-Degree Diploma. We're offering informal chats on Saturdays for those interested in admission for Fall 2025 (September start) and Winter 2026 (January start). Choose from July 5, July 19, and August 9 conversations. From 1 to 2 PM at the New Westminster campus. Email nicholsonm@douglascollege.ca to register and for additional details.
If you're not able to come to campus, plan to attend an upcoming information session on Zoom.
As a diploma student, you’ll gain intensive, practical experience along with many opportunities to network with other professional communicators and to develop a credible, professional portfolio of finished work.
For recent graduates
For recent university graduates, you’ll find the diploma is an excellent complement to your academic studies - think of it as a trade school for the writing and communication professions.
For working professionals
For working professionals, you’ll benefit from many opportunities to broaden and deepen your knowledge and skills - for you, the diploma may be a path toward a new career or a sought-after promotion.