UBC Certificate in Translation and Interpretation for Business (Chinese/English)
Part-Time
The Certificate in Translation and Interpretation for Business (Chinese/English) is a part-time program that aims to prepare students for professional activities as qualified translators and interpreters. The program provides opportunities to enhance Mandarin/English bilingual fluency and cross-cultural communication abilities.
Upon completing this UBC certificate program, students can apply for Associate Membership with the Society of Translators and Interpreters of British Columbia (STIBC), the certifying body for translators and interpreters in British Columbia.
View program information by opening the sections below, or contact program staff at 604.822.1321 or by email.
Students register and pay for courses on a course-by-course basis. Based on the current fee structure, it is estimated that total fees will be approximately $4,600 including the $500 application fee.
The curriculum consists of a series of part-time courses presented in a combination of 100% online and face-to-face formats. The Translation and Interpretation courses are designed to be taken in sequence, while the Intercultural Communication course may be taken at any time during the program. The practicum is the final component of the certificate program after completion of all coursework. Students should normally be able to complete all requirements of the certificate program within two years. The curriculum is subject to change.
| Course | Format | Next Offering | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Chinese Translation and Interpretation | Face-to-Face | Mon-Fri, Jul 16-20 | Introduction to Chinese Translation and Interpretation |
| Chinese Translation | 100% Online | Fall 2012 | Chinese Translation |
| Chinese Translation and Interpretation | Face-to-Face | Fall 2012 | Chinese Translation and Interpretation |
| Introduction to Business Writing (offered by UBC Continuing Studies Writing Centre) |
Face-to-Face | Fall 2012 | Introduction to Business Writing |
| Strategies for Effective Intercultural Communication (offered by UBC Continuing Studies Centre for Intercultural Communication) |
100% Online | Sep 6-Oct 19 | Strategies for Effective Intercultural Communication |
| Practicum (This component can only be done after completion of all other courses.) |
Based on student's availability. | Strategies for Effective Intercultural Communication |
Certificate program instructors are university-educated with experience teaching languages, as well as translating and interpreting in professional settings. They are able to offer insight into the realities of working as a professional in this field.
Before applying to this program you must read and understand the terms and conditions in the Program Handbook 
.
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Participants can apply to the program at any time. Prospective students are accepted provided they have passed the preliminary interview with the coordinator of the certificate program and have completed high school.
The program application form can be found by downloading the handbook and faxing or mailing in to our office.
