Global Business Management
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
4 Semesters / 2 Years
Douglas A. Smith Family School of Business
Programs
International Business Management
IBGCDouglas A. Smith Family School of Business
Key Details
Program Start Dates
No intakes currently available.
Credential
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Program Duration
3 SemestersCurrently not available for international students
Program Contacts
Jari Sundholm
Program Coordinator / Professor
jari.sundholm@cambriancollege.ca
International Admissions
mailboxadmissions@cambriancollege.ca
Program Overview
Supercharge your international business career in just one year
Upgrade your current skills and earn the specialized knowledge you need to effectively manage business activities for organizations on a global stage. You’ll explore financial, marketing, and supply chain management; how to develop a business plan; legal issues; and market research, all in the context of an international business.
In your final semester, you’ll gain hands-on experience with a seven-week placement or a capstone project with an industry partner.
Program Highlights
Program highlights
- Courses cover all key areas of global management
- Gain a solid foundation for international career opportunities in both the public and private sectors
- 7-week placement or capstone project with an industry partner
Admissions
Admission requirements
Applicants must be graduates of a diploma, advanced diploma, or degree program from an Ontario College or equivalent.
OR
Applicant must possess five years of work experience in a related field (or combination of education and work experience) as judged by the College to be equivalent. Applicants must submit a resume detailing their related experience and a cover letter outlining their competencies and preparedness for the program (any and all post-secondary transcripts must still be submitted).
Program Delivery
Program delivery
2023-2024
March term start
SEMESTER 1: March – June 2024
SEMESTER 2: July – October 2024
SEMESTER 3: November 2024 – February 2025
Please note that courses may vary in the order they are offered depending on when you start the program. The sequence listed is based on a September 2024 intake. For more information about this sequence, please email the program coordinator.
Program of Study
Program of study for 2024-25 Academic Year
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| First 7-week block – SEP/OCT | ||
| IBG 1009 | Global Technology in Business | 3 |
| IBG 1004 | Professional Development | 3 |
| IBG 1016 | Global Marketing Management | 3 |
| Second 7-week block – NOV/DEC | ||
| IBG 1002 | Global Business Ethics and CSR | 3 |
| IBG 1019 | Managing Across Cultures | 3 |
| LAW 1005 | Global Legal Issues | 3 |
| IND 1181 | Indigenous Business Workshop | 1 |
| Credits | 19 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| First 7-week block – JAN/FEB | ||
| IBG 1018 | Global Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| PRM 1017 | Project Management | 3 |
| BUS 1184 | Sustainability Workshop | 1 |
| IBG 1000 | Global Financial Management | 3 |
| Second 7-week block – MAR/APR | ||
| IBG 1020 | Global Business Plan | 3 |
| IBG 1006 | Global Business Strategy | 3 |
| IBG 1017 | Global Market Research | 3 |
| BUS 1182 | Diversity and Equity Workshop | 1 |
| Credits | 20 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| First 7-week block – MAY/JUN | ||
| One of the following Elective courses. | 6 | |
|
IBG 1010
| Field Placement | |
|
IBG 1011
| Capstone Project | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 45 | |
Important Notice
Fees presented are estimates based on projections for future academic year(s) of study. Actual fees charged may differ from what is published here. A full detailed listing of all fees is available in myCambrian and updated annually no later than May 1 for the following academic year. Students in Academic Upgrading are responsible for any fees listed on their invoice each term.
Tuition and ancillary fees
Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.
Books and supplies
Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.
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Work-integrated learning (WIL)
Take your education beyond the classroom!
Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.
Learn more about previous opportunities in this program!
Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) – As an Ecosystem Research Intern, in this placement opportunity students were expected to:
- Search the innovation ecosystem of a target country
- Map out contacts to the innovation for mining space
- Conduct search engine utilization
- Carry out office duties including emailing, setting up meetings, answering questions via email, and use a shared Google Sheet
HARD-LINE (part of Hexagon) – This placement offered students practical, relevant work experience with Hard-Line, a global leader in mine automation, network backbone connectivity, and mine production optimization.
The students provided support to the organization as it pertained to global management, global marketing, trade research, international trade, supply chains, global human resources, e-commerce, and international law. They also conducted research and participated in ongoing projects within the company.
Field of Study
Douglas A. Smith Family School of Business
Cambrian’s Douglas A. Smith Family School of Business offers a wide range of programs designed to ignite your potential. Create your own narrative with programs that combine classroom knowledge with real-world experience. Cambrian gives you the tools to succeed in the compelling and fast-paced business sector.
Specific program pathways
College or university degree opportunities
If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian’s college and university agreement details for further information.
Career Outcomes
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Minimum technology requirements
Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.
Minimum technology requirements
- Regular access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection
- Webcam and headset
- Personal computer
- PC with operating system Windows 10 OR 11(preferred), with 64-bit Intel OR AMD multicore processor, Intel i5 OR AMD equivalent at minimum
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics – Intel HD Graphics 400
- RAM: 8 GB OR 16 GB (preferred)
- Storage: 16 GB – 32 GB SSD, 100 GB free with 10 GB minimum for software installs
System requirements for assistive technology
To access the widest range of assistive technology (AT), a Windows-based computer is recommended.
- Recommended OS: Windows 10 or newer
- Recommended CPU: Intel or AMD multicore processor
- Recommended RAM: 8 GB
- Recommended storage for assistive technology: 8 GB of available hard drive of solid state drive space (please note this is not the total drive size and refers specifically to available space needed for assistive technology)
- Recommended audio: Speakers or headphones for text-to-speech and microphone for speech input
While Apple computers can provide many AT options, some specialized software may not be available/compatible with this platform. Please consult with the Glenn Crombie Centre for further details.
Bring your own device (BYOD)
Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!
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