Book and Magazine Publishing6438

“The Book and Magazine Publishing program at Centennial gave me a strong understanding of the Canadian publishing industry, offered numerous opportunities to meet industry professionals and introduced me to classmates who have now become good friends.”

- Maya Bahar, Ontario college graduate certificate, Book and Magazine Publishing, 2005
About Centennial
Established as Toronto's first public college in 1966, Centennial College offers programs in business, communications, community and health studies, science and engineering technology, general arts, hospitality and transportation.
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Program code: 6438
School: School of Communication, Media and Design
Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Program Type: Graduate Certificate program
Program Length: 1 year/ 2 semesters
Start Date: Fall
Location: The Centre for Creative Communications
Tel: 416-289-5000 ex. 5100

The Book and Magazine Publishing program is one of the most prestigious programs in Canada. Through hands-on education, it will prepare you for a wide variety of positions.

In this program you will:

  • Be an integral part of the team that helps to shape the evolution of Canada’s cultural and literary landscape
  • Help to build the careers of the next generation of writers in the publishing industry
  • Complement your formal learning with an industry field placement at a book or magazine publisher in Toronto, where you’ll acquire critical working experience, industry knowledge and professional relationships as you initiate your new career
  • Take part in publishing On the Danforth magazine twice a year
Established in 1974, this award-winning and unique program has earned several accolades for academic excellence and for the career success of its graduates. A career in book and magazine publishing promises a world of innovation, stories and culture that integrates your creative, marketing and business skills.

Click here to read the program facts page.

Semester 1 Courses
Course Code Course Title Campus
PB-200 Introduction to Publishing The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-201 Writing for Publication The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-202 Editing The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-204 Book Production The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-205 Elements of Publishing Design The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-206 Copyright, Contracts and Permissions The Centre for Creative Communications
 


Semester 2 Courses
Course Code Course Title Campus
PB-250 Book Editing The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-251 Magazine Editing The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-252 Magazine Marketing The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-253 Book Marketing and Sales The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-254 Applications of Publishing Design The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-255 Online Magazines The Centre for Creative Communications
PB-290 Field Placement The Centre for Creative Communications
 

Program Highlights
  • The one-year accelerated format covers all facets of the publishing process including e-books 
  • The program is associated with Centennial College Press, a commercial publishing operation
  • The graduate certificate that is earned reflects high standards of learning
Eligibility
  • College diploma or university degree in any discipline.
  • We will consider applicants with partial post-secondary education (minimum two years) and relevant work experience.
Additional Requirements
Attend a mandatory program admission session where you will:
  • Complete an editing exercise
  • Submit a portfolio of writing and a resumé
    Career Outlook
    Companies that have hired program graduates include:
    • Random House Canada
    • Toronto Life Magazine
    • Nelson Educational Publishings
    • Chatelaine Magazine
    • Harper Collins Canada
    • Outpost Magazine
    • McClelland & Stewart
    • McGraw-Hill Ryerson
    • Profit Magazine
    more...