Every course is unique –typically a final grade is achieved through a combination of assignments, presentations, exams and participation. Students are expected to prepare assignments at a university undergraduate level using word processing software.

Some courses may have tests, take home case studies, online web-based research, role plays, self-assessment, group assignments and presentations, research within your local community and a variety of written reports. Academic writing style and full referencing are expected.

In most cases, individuals who complete assignments will receive basic feedback from the instructor with regards to their course assignment. The feedback will be transmitted via email. Assignments will not necessarily be returned to participants.

Grade information is disseminated by CCE only, or an individual may access their record of learning by logging into the Mosaic Student Center and viewing their grades.

You can track your progress for the Essentials programs (and all McMaster courses) through Mosaic. To do so, sign in to the McMaster Mosaic Student Center.

All grades need to be viewed online through the Mosaic. When logged in to the system, select the Student Center tab. To access Mosaic, you need your Mac ID and password.

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Mark (%) Grade
90-100 A+
85-89 A
80-84 A-
77-79 B+
73-76 B
70-72 B-
67-69 C+
63-66 C
60-62 C-
57-59 D+
53-56 D
50-52 D-
0-49 F
A passing grade is 50% (D-) or above.

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Academic Probation

A student whose Grade Point Average (GPA) drops to 0 - 0.99 out of 12 after completing a minimum of two courses will be placed on academic probation. The following notation will be posted to the student’s academic record: Student placed on academic probation and limited to taking 2 courses (6.0 units of academic credit) per session until further notice. Minimum grade of C- required in subsequent courses before probationary status is reviewed.

Program Dismissal

Should the student continue to perform poorly and fail additional courses during the probationary period, the student will be required to withdraw from the Centre for Continuing Education. The following notation will be posted on the student’s academic record: Required to withdraw from Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). May not continue at CCE for at least 12 months. Student may apply for reinstatement for (Month, Year).

When students feel they have completed the necessary requirements for their program, they should apply to graduate.

Using Mosaic, access the Student Centre, and the Academics section within the portal.

From the drop-down list, select "Apply for graduation".

Students can then select which program they would like to submit their graduation request for.

CCE program staff will review your record in approximately eight weeks to confirm you have met all of the program requirements. You will receive your diploma by mail or at the graduation ceremony. The graduation ceremony normally takes place in November each year.

Watch the video below for more information on how to apply for graduation.

Unofficial transcript: quick and easy access to view and print on demand: My Academics – Unofficial Transcript.

Official transcripts - may be required for: applications to other academic institutions; applications for scholarships/bursaries; or if an employer requires a copy. My Academics – Request Official Transcript

Options include: in-person pick-up (Gilmour Hall Room 108) or mail. For rush, courier or fax requests, processing charges apply.

Students can request to have their transcript sent immediately with their current grades, after grades are released or upon having a degree conferred. Please wait until you see all grades posted on MOSAIC before requesting an official transcript. Processing times vary depending on the time of year. Please allow 5-7 business days for processing.

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Students may use the same courses to build a maximum of two credentials (McMaster University Senate Policy on Diplomas and Certificates).

Learn more here. 

To be eligible, students need to be currently enrolled in the CCE program and submit a cover letter that maps out what you have completed, where and what course you would like the credit applied towards (i.e. Marketing 123 completed at University of Toronto, in place of MKT 819 Marketing), course outlines, and an official transcript with marks.

General Policy

• - Students must submit a course outline to ensure that the course content is at least 80% comparable to our Centre for Continuing Education course.
• - Only courses in which a minimum grade of C- has been achieved may be considered for a transfer of credit.
• - Courses must have been completed with the last 5 years to be considered.
• - There is a fee of $99 for each Transfer of Credit (TOC) (once approved by the Program Manager). The price is subject to change.
• - You may only apply external transfer of credit to one certificate or diploma program.

- Your McMaster transcript will NOT show the actual details of the TOC. Students will receive a letter from the Centre for Continuing Education confirming the TOC has been granted which students should keep for their own personal records. TOC is not viewable for students on Mosaic.

Exceptions

Accounting:

- Minimum 80% content match/overlap and similar number of classroom or contact hours;
- Courses must have been taken within the last five years;
- Minimum grade of “B-“ or better required for transfer consideration;
- Transfer credits approved but not applied/paid for within six (6) months of approval will be rescinded.
- Transfer credit fees apply.  The current transfer credit fee is $99 per course.

Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certificate: Learners entering the tỷ lệ kèo bóng đá Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certificate, who have completed Payroll Compliance Legislation, and/or Payroll Fundamentals 1, and/or Payroll Fundamentals 2, through the Canadian Payroll Association, may be eligible to apply the 3 courses to the Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certificate for a maximum of three transfer credits (9 units). 

Canadian Payroll Management: Students pursuing the tỷ lệ kèo bóng đá Certificate in Canadian Payroll Management, who have completed Introduction to Payroll Management and/or Applied Payroll Management through the Canadian Payroll Association, may be eligible to apply both courses to the McMaster Certificate in Canadian Payroll Management for a maximum of two transfer credits (6 units).

Health Informatics/Health Information Management Students may transfer up to two transfer credits into the program.

Leadership in Community Engagement: Due to the number of courses required for the certificate (5 courses), transferring credits from other post-secondary education programs is not permitted. Professional experience and workshops/conference attendance are not transferable for credit courses.

Learners who have successfully completed a Centre for Continuing Education Certificate or Diploma, and wish to pursue undergraduate degree studies at McMaster University, may be eligible to receive advanced standing in the degree program, at the discretion of the Faculty to which they are applying. The learner must be accepted into the Faculty in question before advanced standing will be granted.

As per McMaster University Senate policy (May 2017), a course can be used no more than two times towards a McMaster University credential. At McMaster, the term credential refers to a certificate, a certificate of completion, a diploma, a MyOWNMcMaster milestone, and an undergraduate degree. If you require more information, please be sure to contact us.