Learn advanced skills and gain a solid foundation for work in finance, administration, and management in Canadian business.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Communicate effectively and respectfully as business professionals
- Work with others to solve problems and manage projects
- Apply core leadership competencies in the business sector
- Evaluate financial information and financial implications related to business decisions to support the goals of a business enterprise
- Improve business procedures by applying up-to-date principles of operations management
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving techniques to make sound management decisions and recommendations
- Manage cross-culturally with adaptability, flexibility, openness and confidence
- Manage basic human relations issues in a business setting
- Evaluate the impact of various economic, legal, cultural, political and geopolitical systems on business and leadership
- Act in an ethical and socially responsible manner within the legal framework of national and international business sectors
- Employ sustainable decision-making and practices in their work as business professionals
What to expect
The courses will be presented using a variety of instructional strategies, resources and activities including lectures, case studies, presentations and guest speakers. A strong emphasis will be placed on using recent case studies from domestic and international businesses to highlight the theoretical material. During the final 14 weeks of the program, students will be placed in a practicum with a local business.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- An undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
or - English Language Proficiency at a minimum English 12 ‘C’ level
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
- A strong foundation in mathematics and English
- Motivated and disciplined
- Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills
- Experienced in word processing and use of spreadsheets
Courses *
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Prior learning assessment and recognition is not available for this program.
| Term One | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MGMT 1001 | Business Mathematics | 3 |
| MGMT 1002 | Introduction to Economics | 3 |
| MGMT 1003 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1004 | Business Communication | 3 |
| MGMT 1007 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Term Two | ||
| MGMT 1005 | Organizational Behaviour | 3 |
| MGMT 1006 | Fundamentals of Marketing | 3 |
| MGMT 1009 | Business Statistics | 3 |
| MGMT 1019 | Introduction to the Canadian Workplace | 3 |
| MGMT 1011 | Information Technology Management | 3 |
| MGMT 2014 | Financial Management | 3 |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Term Three | ||
| MGMT 2010 | Fundamentals of Business Law | 3 |
| MGMT 2012 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
| MGMT 2013 | Management Skills for Supervisors | 3 |
| MGMT 2015 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MGMT 2019 | Preparation for the Canadian Workplace | 1.5 |
| MGMT 1010 | Business Sustainability and Ethics | 3 |
| Credits | 16.5 | |
| Term Four | ||
| MGMT 2020 | Workplace Practicum | 10.5 |
| Credits | 10.5 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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Explore your optionsFees and other costs *
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 36 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 17210 | |
| Student union | 283 | |
| College initiative | 174 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 344 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical and Dental | 570 | |
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 0 | |
| U-PASS | 736 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a $300 non-refundable deposit.
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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