• General Business Studies Certificate

General Business Studies Certificate

*This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. Graduating from this program does not make you eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.

The 3-month General Business Studies Certificate program is designed to equip students with the skills needed to make strategic business decisions and oversee company operations. Through the program, students enhance their abilities in communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and teamwork. Graduates of this program are adept at analyzing business problems, leading teams effectively, and identifying strategies to enhance overall business profitability and efficiency.

Learning Objectives

    • Plan, implement and evaluate projects by applying project management principles.
    • Perform work in compliance with relevant statutes, regulations and business practices.
    • Determine strategies for developing new and modified products, concepts, goods, and services that respond to evolving market needs.
    • Project the impact of a marketing initiative using quantitative information.
    • Conduct primary and secondary market research to provide information needed to make marketing decisions.
    • Develop personal professional development strategies and plans to enhance leadership, management skills, and marketing expertise.

Admission Requirements

In order to enrol into the General Business Studies Certificate program, the student must meet the following:

    • Completion of a Grade 12 program leading to Certificate of Graduation or equivalent
    • Meet minimum level of English language proficiency from one of the following:
      1. TOEFL PBT – 513; CBT – 183; iBT – 65;
      2. English 12 – minimum final grade of 60%;
      3. TOEIC – 620;
      4. IELTS – 5.5
      5. Completion of secondary education where English is the language of instruction.

Potential Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, students may work as a:

      • Account Manager
      • Project Manager
      • Business Consultant
      • Sales Manager
      • Marketing Director
      • Account Services Coordinator
      • Business Development Manager
      • General Manager
      • Department Manager

Domestic/International Tuition

    • Application Fee: $250
    • Course Materials:  $0.00
    • Textbooks: $0.00
    • Tuition: $3,500

Program Delivery

      • Blended (at least 50% of this program is delivered in-person on campus, and the remaining is delivered online)
      • Duration: 240 hours, 12 weeks

Class Schedules

Program Start Dates

      • Fall 2025 – September 22, 2025
      • Winter 2026 – TBA
      • Spring 2026 – TBA

Scheduled Academic Breaks

There are no scheduled academic breaks for this program.