Education and Training Awards 2025 | 5 Prospective students looking to upgrade their education currently have three graduate degree programs to choose from at UNF. The global media landscape is in a constant state of flux and effective communication is needed now more than ever. The Master of Arts in Digital Media and Global Communications program dives into this evolving world, with a focus on neuromarketing, virtual reality, and the impact of artificial intelligence. Through a capstone project, graduates will build a digital portfolio that demonstrates their skills and personal brand. The Master of Data Analytics program prepares graduates to be big data professionals who can grow in this high-demand career. With three learning tracks to choose from, there is an opportunity to gain deeper problem-solving experience and specialize in a particular area of interest: marketing analytics, operations analytics, or general analytics. An optional advanced analytics component provides the opportunity to gain real-world experience with industry partners. Responding to Canada’s needs for entrepreneurship and technology-enabled innovation, the Master of Management program provides graduates with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become entrepreneurs or to drive digital transformation within existing organizations. In 2026, three additional graduate programs will be offered. The Master of Arts in Applied Social Psychology launches online in January 2026, followed by an on-campus intake in the Fall. It will empower graduates to design and manage interventions that enhance workplace dynamics, user experience, and community wellbeing in an increasingly digital economy. The remaining two programs will welcome students in September 2026. The Master of Computer Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence aims to address the demand for deep, specialized AI skills in Canada and bridge existing skills gaps by blending advanced technical training with industry-relevant experience. While the Master of Health Care will give its graduates the expertise in health care leadership and management that will be essential to drive muchneeded transformative improvements in Canada’s health care system. All three programs are 18 months in length and were designed in response to pressing workforce needs across sectors in Canada. Applications for these innovative and much-needed programs are now open. Flexibility is the key, offering online and on-campus delivery so students can learn at times that are convenient to them, in ways that work for them as well. Operating on a year-round term system, UNF offers multiple entry points for students and more opportunities for working and work-integrated learning. “We want to remove barriers to education and give our students the opportunity, empowering them to make choices about their learning,” says Gray. Rather revolutionary in a post-secondary setting, UNF operates as a textbook-free institution. Its fully digital library offers students online access to scholarly journals, articles, videos, books, and more at no cost to them. The digital nature means they can access it from anywhere, further eliminating barriers to their learning. Part of Global University Systems, an extensive network of higher education institutions committed to addressing the world’s most pressing challenges, UNF has excellence embedded into its DNA. With experienced and dedicated faculty, students get the opportunity to learn from experts in their field. UNF has adopted the flipped classroom model, which sees students prepare for class in advance so when they come to class, they spend valuable time with their professor debating, discussing, and asking questions to truly learn about the topic. Through internships with industry-leading partners, and a variety of capstone projects, students can gain experience before graduating and have a positive impact while preparing to be a global citizen. As a proud member of the Niagara community, UNF is deeply invested in driving positive regional transformation. By partnering with local industries, community organizations, and municipal leaders, the university contributes to economic growth and social innovation. “UNF has a spark. You can feel it when you meet the students and talk to the faculty and staff. You can see it in the projects they’re working on and the partnerships they’re building in the city. It’s exciting to know that innovation is happening right here in our own neighbourhood,” says Mayor Jim Diodati of the City of Niagara Falls. This commitment not only enhances the vibrancy of Niagara Falls’ downtown area but also enriches the student experience. UNF connects learners with meaningful opportunities, real-world challenges, and a strong sense of purpose in the place they call home. Its downtown campus features spaces for study and collaboration and was designed specifically to accommodate its distinctive programs, ensuring the tools and resources students need to advance their studies, and eventually their career, are at their fingertips. Innovation Flows Here. Contact: Scott Slaney, Director of Domestic Student Recruitment Institution: University of Niagara Falls Canada Website: https://www.unfc.ca/
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