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 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.