This diploma program is designed to provide you with a broad skill set in business administration. The Business Administration Program is offered in a self-directed learning format and is not a lecture based program. Monthly seminars in addition to regular class time hours are a mandatory component of the program. During the seminars students will cover effective communication skills, telephone technique, critical thinking and problem solving in the workplace.

You will be trained in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, business math, bookkeeping and computerized accounting concepts. These skills will give you the competence and ability to thrive in any business environment.

After successful completion of your core courses you will complete a 4 week practicum in a business environment. Your final week of learning will focus on your Career & Personal Development course that will prepare you to write an effective cover letter and resume, to develop job interview skills and to learn how to search for job opportunities.

Upon graduation you will be prepared to begin a career as an office administrator, inventory controller, accounting/bookkeeping assistant, customer service representative or business owner. As a successful graduate you will be prepared to work in public and private companies, community organizations and educational and financial institutions.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12/Equivalent or Mature Student,Entrance Assessment.

DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
Overall Average of 60%, Keyboarding rate of 25 wpm.

Must pass every course in the program by the minimum required mark of 60%.

MS Office 2007 requires 75% passing grade

DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Full-time Program Duration: 35 Weeks

Includes: Professional Development Days & Stat Holidays

Excludes: Winter Term Break, Spring Term Break & Summer Term Break

Tuition: $8,100 Domestic students / $9,746 International students

Other Fees: Contact admissions department