Since 2018, the Whistler Institute (WI) and British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) have partnered and collaborated on delivering in-person accredited BCIT courses in our community. Based on feedback collected through community learning needs assessments, focus groups, and one-on-one interviews with employers and employees, WI and BCIT have developed custom courses to fulfill our community’s unique learning needs.
In 2019, WI and BCIT signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the deliver of business and leadership courses in the Sea to Sky Corridor, to build mutually beneficial educational opportunities and pathways for residents and visitors to the Sea to Sky Corridor.
In 2024, WI and BCIT continue to explore partnership opportunities under an Industry Services Agreement. While no courses are currently scheduled at this time, the following are examples of courses we have facilitated in the past.
Part-Time Business & Leadership Courses
- Managing Employee Performance & Conflict (XHRM1105)
- Presenting and Analyzing Data with MS Excel in the Digital World (XOPT1364)
- Organizational Behaviour (ORGB 1105)
- Digital Marketing (MKTG 1352)
- Project Management Essentials (OPMT 1187)
- Managing Conflict in the Workplace (BUSA 2905)
- Negotiation Skills (BUSA 3015)
- Accounting for the Manager (FMGT 1152)
- Teamwork Skills (BUSA 2705)
Indigenous & Intercultural Awareness Program
The Indigenous Intercultural Awareness Course is made up of seven modules delivered in two parts by expert facilitators. The purpose of this program is to provide local employers and employees the background and tools needed to recruit, train, retain, and support local Indigenous community Members.
New students to BCIT will need to register for a BCIT A# in order to register (the same link can be used if you have forgotten your A#).
Financial Information
Financial Support for Employers: please refer to the B.C. Employer Training Grant
Financial Support for Employees: please refer to StrongerBC future skills grant