This diploma program focuses on developing a broad range of entrepreneurial skills, marketing and teamwork among them. The skills can be applied to a variety of business aspects from small business management to corporate department and divisional team leadership. Courses emphasize the organizational and decision-making skills essential for success in any business endeavour.
Admission Requirements:
High school diploma with a minimum of 50% in:
- English 30-1 or 30-2
- Math 30-1 or Math 30-2
Out-of-province applicants or those not meeting the admission requirements should refer to the Admissions section of the website.
Note: Students will be required to contact the Academic Advisor to discuss the selection and availability of elective courses. Timetabling restrictions may not allow students to choose from all the possible electives.
Graduation Requirements:
Students completing the requirements with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 will be awarded a Business Administration: Small Business & Entrepreneurship major diploma.
Transferability:
The Business Department strives to award maximum transferability to Business students from other colleges. Completion of the first year of Business Administration from other post-secondary institutions may be accepted as credit towards the first year of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship major. Transfer credit will be granted for each course transferable to the Business Administration Small Business & Entrepreneurship major if the grade achieved is at least a C or its equivalent. Contact the enrolment specialist if you would like assistance requesting transfer credit approval.
Opportunities for Further Study:
Athabasca University
- Bachelor of Commerce - 4 year
- Bachelor of Management - 3 year
NAIT
- Bachelor of Business Administration - 3 year
Okanagan College
- Bachelor of Business Administration
University of Lethbridge
- Post-diploma Bachelor of Management
University of Saskatchewan, Edwards School of Business
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