Diploma
Business Management
Program Description
This diploma is designed to prepare students with a broad understanding of business operations, leadership, communication, customer service, accounting fundamentals, marketing, and workplace decision-making. Students develop practical skills that can be applied across small businesses, corporate departments, nonprofit organizations, and entrepreneurial environments.
The program is especially suited for learners who want to build confidence in managing people, processes, projects, and business priorities. Graduates may be prepared for entry-level supervisory, administrative, and business support roles, with opportunities to grow into management positions as they gain workplace experience.
Program Summary
Course Title
Diploma - Business Management
Course Duration
24 Months
Delivery Method
Online
Tuition Fee
CAD $3750 / Year
Intake Dates
Monthly
Career Opportunities
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Office Manager
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Business Development Coordinator
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Operations Supervisor
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Administrative Manager
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Customer Service Manager
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Small Business Owner
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Account Manager
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
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Learners are expected to hold a recognised secondary school qualification or equivalent.
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Mature applicants without formal qualifications may be considered on the basis of relevant work experience and their ability to meet the demands of the programme.
English Language Requirements
Learners must demonstrate English language proficiency sufficient to successfully engage with programme materials, participate in learning activities, and complete assessments. This may be evidenced through prior education completed in English or through a recognised English language qualification.
For learners whose first language is not English, an IELTS 5.5 (overall) or above is normally accepted for entry to the diploma. Equivalent English language proficiency may include:
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PTE Academic: 42
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Duolingo English Test: 95
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TOEFL iBT: 46
Course Units
Provides a broad overview of how Canadian businesses operate, covering business types, the functional areas of an organization, and the role of business in the economy and society.
Develops the written, verbal, and interpersonal skills needed to produce clear business documents, deliver effective presentations, and communicate professionally in the Canadian workplace.
Builds practical numeracy—percentages, ratios, interest, and basic statistics—applied to everyday business tasks such as pricing, payroll, and budgeting.
Strengthens the ability to analyze information, evaluate options, and make sound, evidence-based decisions when facing business problems.
Examines ethical decision-making, professional standards, and appropriate workplace behaviour, helping students navigate integrity, accountability, and conflicts of interest on the job.
Introduces the accounting cycle, debits and credits, and financial statements so students can record transactions and interpret the financial position of a business.
Covers the core marketing concepts—the marketing mix, target markets, branding, and the buyer's journey—used to promote products and services.
Studies how individuals and groups behave within organizations, including motivation, team dynamics, communication, and the management of workplace culture.
Introduces the key HR functions of recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management within the framework of Canadian employment standards.
Provides a working knowledge of the Canadian legal framework affecting business, including contracts, torts, employment, and the main forms of business organization.
Explores how organizations plan, raise, and manage money, including budgeting, cash flow, financial analysis, and basic financing and investment decisions.
Examines the core functions of management; planning, organizing, leading, and controlling; alongside leadership styles and proven approaches to motivating teams.
Explores how goods and services are produced and delivered, covering process design, quality, inventory, and the flow of materials through the supply chain.
Introduces the project life cycle and core tools for planning, scheduling, budgeting, and managing scope, risk, and stakeholders to deliver projects successfully.
Develops practical selling and negotiation skills, from prospecting and relationship-building to handling objections and closing mutually beneficial deals.
Introduces the channels and tactics of online marketing—websites, social media, search, email, and content—and how they work together in a digital strategy.
Examines how organizations use digital technologies and e-commerce models to operate, sell, and compete in an increasingly online economy.
Guides students through evaluating business ideas, writing a business plan, and understanding what it takes to start and run a small business in Canada.
Brings the program together by examining how organizations set direction, analyze their competitive environment, and build strategies to achieve long-term goals.
Prepares students for the job market with résumé and cover-letter writing, interview practice, professional networking, and job-search strategies tailored to their field.
