Business (Online)

Program Details:

• School: The Business School
• Credential: Ontario College Diploma
• Program Type: Post-secondary program
• Program Length: 2 years/ 4 semesters
• Start Date: Fall, Winter, Summer
• Location: Online

• May 2024
• September 2024
• January 2025
• May 2025

Program Overview:

The  Online Business program is for students interested in obtaining an education in multiple business disciplines or developing a foundation for an area of specialty, are well-organized, and can effectively work under tight timelines.

Students will gain knowledge and skills in contemporary concepts, theories and business practices that are related to the functional areas of business: accounting, finance, human resources, marketing and operations. To ensure students are ready for the modern business environment, they learn the essential business skills of effective communication, customer service, teamwork, using technology, demonstrating positive attitudes and behaviours, being adaptable and responsible, problem-solving and continuously learning.

Academic Requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older).

Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take the Centennial College English Skills Assessment for Admission.

Grade 11 Mathematics or Grade 12 (C, M, or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required),

or

take a Centennial College Math Skills Assessment for Admission.

Additional Requirements:

English language proficiency. This Business program is for students interested in obtaining an education in multiple business disciplines or developing a foundation for an area of specialty, are well-organized, and can effectively work under tight timelines. 

Accreditation

Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA)

Courses within the Business program may map to the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) competency framework. As a graduate of the Business program, you'll be able to submit an application to the CPSA through the Student Program for a Professional Sales Certificate. For more information regarding CPSA certification, please visit the ​Canadian Professional Sales Association website.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification

If you successfully complete the COMP106 and/or COMP126 course(s) at Progress Campus, you'll have an opportunity to acquire the MOS credential. For more information regarding MOS certification, please contact your success advisor or visit the Centennial College Certiport Authorized Test Center.

Courses

Semester 1

BUSN-119               Fundamental of Business
COMM-160/161      College Communication 1
COMP-106             Applied Business Software 1
GNED                     General Education Elective
MATH-118              Mathematics of Finance I
MKTG-116              Principles of Marketing

Semester 2

ACCT-123               Financial Accounting Concepts
COMM-170/171      College Communication 2
COMP-126             Applied Business Software 2
GNED                     General Education Elective
HRMT-301              Human Resources Management
MATH-119              Mathematics of Finance II


Semester 3

BUSN-215              Career Planning
BUSN-333              Business Culture and Collaborative Practices
GNED-500              Global Citizenship: From Social Analysis to Social Action
HRMT-300              Organizational Behaviour
MGMT-222             Management Principles
OMGT-129             Introduction to Supply Chain and Business Operations

Semester 3 ELECT-B Options
MKTG-222              Retailing
MKTG-229              Digital Marketing

Semester 4

ACCT-222               Management Accounting 1
BUSN-331              Business Law
ECON-205              Principles of Microeconomics
ELECT-B                Professional Business Elective
MGMT-223             Customer-Centric Strategy
OMGT-229             Project Management Principles

Semester 4 ELECT-B Options
INTL-220                International Business Concepts
MKTG-223              Professional Selling
 

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.