The Business School will be offering a variety of delivery modes for new students in all programs. These can include, asynchronous learning, synchronous learning, hybrid, and on-campus deliveries, including evenings and weekends.
Centennial College's Pre-Business program will help you to discover your path in the business world. If you're looking to enter a program within The Business School but may not currently meet the admission requirements, you can apply directly to this business certificate program or it may be offered to you as a recommended alternative.
During the two-semester Pre-Business program, you'll work to build your fundamental business skills while exploring your career and educational options. As such, you'll complete courses in:
- Communications
- Mathematics
- Microsoft Office
- Canadian and international business practices
- Strategies for business success
- Accounting fundamentals
A supportive learning environment in small classes, with additional advising opportunities to learn about potential pathways for future success will ensure you're prepared for further education.
Upon successful completion of the Pre-Business program, you'll be eligible to transfer, with credits, to a diploma or advanced diploma program within The Business School. Among these programs are Accounting, Marketing, Business, Supply Chain and Operations and International Business. Additionally, you'll be able to take your newly acquired skills to entry-level positions in the workplace
Program Highlights
- Class sizes are kept small so that you will receive more individualized attention.
- A carefully measured pace to the Pre-Business program's delivery will be facilitated by supportive and experienced Business School professors.
- Learning experiences will focus on the fundamentals of Canadian business practices and standards.
- Academic support is available in mathematics and English, which includes workshops at the Centre for Academic English, peer tutoring and MATH Learning Circles.
- Completion of the Pre-Business certificate can help you earn up to six course credits towards required business courses in other Business School programs, depending on achieved grade levels.
Career Outlook
- Transfer to a Business diploma program
- Transfer to an advanced diploma Business program
- Preparation for a Business certificate program
- Customer service representative
- Business assistant
- Service supervisor
- Entrepreneur
Education Pathways
Successful completion of the Pre-Business/Business Foundations program, with submission of a signed transfer application by Week 3 of Semester 2 guarantees students entry to The Business School diploma or Advanced Diploma program of their choice. This agreement is subject to space and program availability.
Areas of Employment
- Small businesses and franchises
- General administration
- Sales
- Customer service
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