The Business program at Centennial College was created for students interested in obtaining an education in multiple business disciplines. This diploma program is a perfect credential for:
Building a resume for application to most entry-level business positions.
Developing a foundation for a longer academic career in an area of specialty, such as management/leadership, marketing, human resources, international business or operations and supply chain.
Learning about a variety of industries and job sectors.
This business program allows you to develop a solid grounding in contemporary concepts, theories and business practices that are related to the functional areas of the business enterprise. You will study accounting, business communications, customer service, business computer applications, human resources management, marketing principles, organizational behavior, business ethics, Canadian business law, project management, microeconomics and operations management so you can discover your perfect career fit.
To ensure you are ready for the modern business environment, you will engage in experiential learning through teamwork, case studies or projects, hands-on use of business technologies, research and role-plays or simulations. This program will help you develop the transferrable employment skills employers seek, the abilities you need to enter, remain and progress in the world of work. You will develop your ability to communicate, manage information, use numbers, think and solve problems, demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours, be responsible, be adaptable, work safely, learn continuously, work with others and participate in projects and tasks.
Accreditation
Canadian Institute of Management (CIM)
This program has been approved by The Canadian Institute of Management as meeting the academic requirements within the Institute’s Chartered Management Program (CMP) which can be used towards the Certified in Management (CIM) or Chartered Manager (C.Mgr.) professional designations. For more information please visit the CIM website or ask your Success Advisor at The Business School.
Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA)
Courses within the Business program may map to the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) competency framework. Graduates of the Business program may 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
Students who have successfully completed the COMP106 and/or COMP126 course(s) at Progress Campus will have an opportunity to acquire the Microsoft Office Specialist credential. The Centennial College Business School operates a Certiport Authorized Test Center (CATC) for students, graduates, employees or community members who may elect to pursue MOS certification. For more information regarding MOS certification, please contact your Success Advisor or visit the Centennial College, Certiport Authorized Test Center.
Math
MATH128 prepares students for MATH119, which is a required course for most of The Business School Diploma programs. Applicants who test between 21/45 and 35/45 in the MATH Assessment test will be exempted from MATH128, and will take MATH118. Students who score 36/45 or higher will be exempted from MATH128 and MATH118 and will take MATH119.
GNED
Students who wish to pursue the "Indigenous Studies: First Peoples in Canada" Centennial College Stackable Credential certificate must complete the following GNED electives: GNED250, GNED251, GNED500 (included in the program) and GNED252 (not included as a GNED elective in the program model, and completed as an additional course).
English
Students with an English assessment score of 170/171 may take COMM170/171 in the first semester.
GNED
Students who wish to pursue the "Indigenous Studies: First Peoples in Canada" Centennial College Stackable Credential certificate must complete the following GNED electives: GNED250, GNED251, GNED500 (included in the program) and GNED252 (not included as a GNED elective in the program model, and completed as an additional course).
Minimum Program GPA of 2.0 (C Grade average) required to graduate.
ELECT-B
Students who wish to pursue the Professional Sales Certificate from the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) will require MKTG223 Professional Selling.
Gain a solid foundation in the functional areas of business.
Hands-on experience using a variety of business software tools.
Learning supported by technology both in and out of the classroom.
Opportunity to work in a team-based environment that is reflective of the field.
Participate in experiential learning activities through case studies, projects, hands-on applications, research, role-plays or simulations which are part of many courses.
Learning experience guided by a team of professors with strong academic backgrounds and extensive business and management experience.
Global Citizenship and Equity Portfolio
Employers are increasingly expecting candidates to become job-ready, able to skillfully navigate across multiple identities, cultures and countries in a globalized economy. At the same time, the public is insisting on greater social accountability and environmental sustainability from businesses, governments and service providers. Centennial’s Signature Learning Experience (SLE) integrates the principles of Global Citizenship & Equity (GCE) Education into the curriculum, and provides co-curricular and global education opportunities to support students to excel in a diverse world. For more information on Global Citizenship and Equity, the GC&E Portfolio, opportunities for international travel and the available supports, please visit Centre for Global Citizenship, Education & Inclusion.
Articulation Agreements
Start with a diploma, end with a degree! Successful graduates of this Business program will have the opportunity to apply their credits towards further study at the degree level. Listed below are the degrees from partnering universities that are available for this program. Note that each partnership has a specific minimum grade requirement in order to qualify for transferring credits.
University
Degree
Algoma University
Honours Bachelor of Arts, multiple majors
Honours Bachelor of Business Administration
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Human Resources & Labour Relations
Bachelor of Management
Davenport University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Business
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing
Bachelor of Business Administration - Strategic Management
Master of Business Administration - Strategic Management
Griffith University
Bachelor of Business - Management
Kookmin University
Bachelor Degree
New Brunswick, University of
Bachelor of Applied Management
Ontario Institute of Technology, University of
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), bridge
Robert Gordon University
Honours Bachelor of Arts in International Business Management
Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results. This may lead to additional courses and require extra time and fees.
If you are applying through the Second Career Strategy, please apply at the Employment Training Centre for Second Career (Progress Campus). Second Career Strategy is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Second Career Strategy.
If you have previously attended a full time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.
All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $95 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.
2. Submit Documents
Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.
Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.
Applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS).
Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.
You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.
You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.
When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.
4. Pay Fees
Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.
You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.
Fall registration begins mid-July January registration begins mid-December May registration begins mid-April
Your web-registration will not open if:
You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.
Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.