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EXTENDED LEARNING – Micro-Certificate in Analytics for Leaders in Ocean Management

The UBC Micro-Certificate in Analytics for Leaders in Ocean Management offers a unique opportunity to strengthen your expertise in aquatic data sciences and marine ecosystem modelling. Designed and delivered by the Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, this fully online program supports professionals in ocean science, fisheries, and policy with applied tools to make informed, data-driven decisions. Please note that this program is eligible for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant. BC residents aged 19 and older may qualify for up to $3,500 toward tuition, which entirely cover the micro-credential cost.  

Course 1: Introduction to Aquatic Data Sciences   Overview: Develop skills in accessing, interpreting, and visualizing data from global aquatic databases. Gain literacy in data structures critical to supporting equitable and sustainable Blue Economy practices. Dates: January 5 – March 18, 2026Live lectures: January 7, 14, 21, 28 – February 4, 11, 18, 25 and March 4 (Wednesdays) at 4:30 PM (PST) – Sessions are recorded so students can watch them later and send their questions. Instructors: Dr. Deng Palomares and Dr. Gabriel Reygondeau  

Course 2: Modelling for Marine Ecosystem-Based Management   Overview: Learn to apply the Ecopath with Ecosim (EwE) modelling framework to evaluate trade-offs in marine planning, assess sustainability, and support ecosystem-based management. Dates: March 30 – May 20, 2026Live lectures on April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and May 6, 13 (Wednesdays) at 5 PM (PST) – Sessions are recorded so students can watch them later and send their questions. Instructor: Prof. Villy Christensen  

Assessment Format Students are invited to develop a final project that articulates an aspect they have learnt in the course to their own professional interests.Grading: 25% participation, 75% projectMicro-credential issued upon successful completion of the two courses

Tuition and Financial Support $1,620 CAD per course | $3,240 CAD for the full programEligible for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant: BC residents aged 19 and older may qualify for up to $3,500 toward tuition for eligible short-term training.  

Details: Vicente Regis Program Specialist, Extracurricular and Extended Learning Faculty of Science | Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries v.regis@oceans.ubc.ca