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# Advance your career with flexible online learning

### Start My Online Learning Journey

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Athabasca University (AU) is proud to collaborate with the **Trade Commissioner Service**, the **Canadian Foreign Service Institute**, and **Université TÉLUQ** to deliver the University Credit Access Program (UCAP).  

## Learn anywhere, anytime

AU offers [UCAP-approved](https://timefor.athabascau.ca/gac-amc/courses?hsLang=en) courses tailored for staff serving abroad, allowing you to study in English at your convenience. These courses can be combined to complete various AU certificates. 

**University certificates** 

- [Accounting](https://www.athabascau.ca/programs/summary/university-certificate-in-accounting.html) 

- [Advanced Accounting](https://www.athabascau.ca/programs/summary/university-certificate-in-advanced-accounting.html) 

- [Computers and Management Information Systems](https://www.athabascau.ca/programs/summary/university-certificate-in-computers-and-management-information-systems.html) 

- [Finance](https://www.athabascau.ca/programs/summary/university-certificate-in-finance.html) 

- [Human Resources and Labour Relations](https://www.athabascau.ca/programs/summary/university-certificate-in-human-resources-and-labour-relations.html) 

- [Management Applications](https://www.athabascau.ca/programs/summary/university-certificate-in-management-applications.html) 

- [Management Foundations](https://www.athabascau.ca/programs/summary/university-certificate-in-management-foundations.html) 

Courses count for credit toward Canadian university credentials. Explore the full list of [UCAP-approved courses](https://timefor.athabascau.ca/gac-amc/courses?hsLang=en)  

## Why study at AU?

- ***Adaptable learning***: integrate AU courses into your employee learning plans. 
- ***Global accessibility***: pursue your education while serving abroad without the need to be online at specific times. 
- ***Recognized credentials***: courses count for credit toward Canadian university credentials. 

“I wouldn't be where I am today if I didn't have my degree, and now I feel like I can accomplish anything.”

**Megan Fertig**  
*Bachelor of Professional Arts in Human Services*

Complete the form to receive more information and take the first step toward advancing your education.

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