Accelerate Your Career with a Canadian Credential
International students can study with us online from anywhere in the world. A program at The Chang School may be a good fit for you if:
- You would like to complete a full certificate online from your home country.
- You would like to complete one of our pathway certificates online from your home country, with the anticipation of applying for a degree program at TMU or another Canadian institution.
- You are already in Canada and are eligible to study in any delivery mode - in person or online.
A Canadian educational credential can help boost your earning power, and our university-level and post-graduate certificates will give you the edge you need to stand out in a crowded field of candidates.
Why Choose The Chang School?
Industry-Relevant Skills
Flexibility
Expert Instructors
Canadian Credential
Start Your Degree Early
Many of our certificates include degree-credit courses that can be applied toward a future degree at Toronto Metropolitan University. By starting your studies online from your home country, you can begin earning credits right away — before arriving in Canada.
In some cases, credits earned through an online pathway certificate could reduce the time in Canada needed to complete a Bachelor's degree from four years to three, saving a full year of living expenses.
Popular Certificate Programs
Certificate in Business Management
Earn up to 8 transferable credits toward TMU's Bachelor of Commerce. Developed with the Ted Rogers School of Management — fully online, from anywhere.
Note: Completion does not guarantee admission to a TMU degree program.
Certificate in Cybersecurity, Data Protection and Digital Forensics
Gain essential skills in computer security and digital forensics through a curriculum designed by industry experts.
Certificate in Data Analytics, Big Data and Predictive Analytics
Build technical and analytical skills to interpret data in context, think critically, and expand your capabilities with AI. Fulfills partial admission requirements for TMU's MSc in Data Science and Analytics.
*Tuition is approximate and may vary depending on course selection.
Browse All Certificate Programs
How to Get Started
- Choose your program
Browse our certificates and find the one that aligns with your goals. - Register or apply
Most programs are open enrolment, so you can register for a certificate and/or enrol in courses, and no application is needed. Please see our Certificate Registration page for more information. Post-graduate certificates require a short application before enrolment. - Start learning
Begin your studies online from your home country, with the flexibility that works for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer my certificate credits?
Yes. Credits earned in our degree-credit certificates can be applied toward a future degree program at TMU, helping you fast-track your academic journey and lower your overall costs.
Do I need a study permit?
No, you do not need a study permit to take our courses online from outside of Canada. If you are in Canada, and the certificate program is delivered fully online, then you do not need a study permit. You will need another valid immigration status, such as a visitor or worker visa.
Are these programs eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)?
Fully online programs are not PGWP eligible. Our in-person PGWP eligible certificate program for international students is currently on pause. Please email us iapps@torontomu.ca if you have any questions about opportunities to study in-person.
Where can I find more information about a specific certificate?
Each certificate program has its own page on The Chang School website with full course listings, admission requirements, and tuition details. You can also email iapps@torontomu.ca for personalized guidance.
What does online learning look like?
Our online courses include both synchronous learning (with live scheduled lectures) and asynchronous learning (where you engage with the course material on your own schedule). The format varies by course, so check the individual course description for details.
What if I want to take an online course from my home country, but the course lists an in-person exam requirement?
If you take an online course that has an in-person final exam, you can arrange to take the exam at an off-site location near you. Please see the Off-Campus Invigilation FAQ on this page for more information, and email us at iapps@torontomu.ca if you have any questions about finding an approved external invigilator near you.
Get in Touch
Have a question? We’re here to help. Contact our team for guidance on choosing a program or getting started at iapps@torontomu.ca.