ECommerce Professional
Overview
Assiniboine partners with Robertson College to deliver its E-Commerce Professional certificate program.
The E-Commerce Professional program will equip learners with an understanding of e-commerce and the significance and impact that buying and selling over the Internet has on today’s economy and society. Over the course of the program, learners will develop the skills and knowledge needed to conduct business online.
Learners will develop a foundation of knowledge in business operations, online sales strategies and be ready to use various platforms to conduct digital sales and generate conversions on a website. A variety of web and social media tools including Google Analytics, Tag Manager, Data Studio, Search Console, Trends as well as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram for Business will be examined.
The program will also include an examination of popular e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, Infusionsoft, WooCommerce, PayPal, WePay and Stripe to ensure graduates can hit the ground running upon graduation.
This program includes a 3-week practicum.
For more information about the program and to apply, please contact Robertson College.
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Admissions
For details on admission requirements and how to apply, please refer to Robertson College’s website.
Careers & Connections
Graduates may find employment in businesses of all sizes, across a variety of sectors in roles such as:
- E-Commerce Specialist
- Customer/Client Support Agent
- Support Advisor
- E-Commerce Store Manager
- E-Commerce Operations Specialist
- Customer Support Team Leader/Lead
- Site Merchandiser or eCommerce Merchandise Manager
- Technical Support Specialist
- E-Commerce Partnership Manager
- E-Commerce Account Manager
- E-Commerce Coordinator
- Entrepreneur / Business Owner
- E-Commerce Marketing Assistant
- Merchant Support
- Support Advisor
- Marketing Coordinator
- Customer Success Manager
For more information on careers and connections, please refer to Robertson College’s website.
Courses & Costs
For information on costs, please refer to Robertson College’s website.
Courses
Title | Credits/CEUs | Elective | Distance | PLAR |
---|---|---|---|---|
Business Communications (COMM-0417)This course teaches students the essential skills for basic business writing and professional interaction. This course also emphasizes the role technology plays in the workplace to enhance communication. |
4.5 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Business Operations (BUSN-0216)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce |
9 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Career Preparation (PEDV-0373)n this course, students will be introduced to strategies for a successful job search, interview and career management. |
3 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Customer Relations Management (BUSN-0217)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introducation to E-Commerce |
3 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Digital Analytics (BUSN-0218)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introducation to E-Commerce |
4.5 credit(s) | No | No | No |
E-Commerce Trends/Disruptions (BUSN-0219)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introducation to E-Commerce |
1.5 credit(s) | No | No | No |
E-Marketing (MKTG-0072)Prerequisite: MKTG-0073 Marketing Strategies |
4.5 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Internet Law and Legislation (LAWG-0097)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce |
1.5 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Introduction to E-Commerce (BUSN-0220)This course introduces students to the field of e-commerce and provides students with the opportunity to understand the significance and impact of e-commerce on the economy and society. Students will be introduced to the history of e-commerce, relevant e-commerce models, standards of practice, legislation and regulatory guidelines. Students will explore emerging issues and trends within the discipline. |
4.5 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Marketing Strategies (MKTG-0073)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce |
6 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Practicum - ECMRC (PRAC-0327)Prerequisites: COMM-0417 Business Communications; BUSN-0216 Business Operations; PEDV-0373 Career Preparation; BUSN-0217 Customer Relations Management; BUSN-0218 Digital Analytics; MKTG-0072 E-Marketing; LAWG-0097 Internet Law and Legislation; BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce; MKTG-0073 Marketing Strategies; BUSN-0212 Project Management, BUSN-0221Remote Work Essentials; COMP-0631 Search Engine Optimization; BUSN-0219 E-Commerce Trends/Disruptions; COMP-0632 User Experience Design; COMP-0633 Website Development |
1 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Project Management (BUSN-0212)Prerequisites: BUSN-0207 Admin Office Procedures; COMM-0417 Business Communications; PEDV-0373 Career Preparation; PEDV-0374 Customer Service; COMP-0629 Keyboarding; COMP-0630 Microsoft Office Applications; HRMG-0120 Intro to Human Resources |
6 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Remote Work Essentials (BUSN-0221)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce |
1.5 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Search Engine Optimization (COMP-0631)Prerequisite: BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce |
6 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Use Experience Design (COMP-0632)Prerquisite: BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce |
3 credit(s) | No | No | No |
Website Development (COMP-0633)Prerquisite: BUSN-0220 Introduction to E-Commerce |
6 credit(s) | No | No | No |