Key Details
Program Start Dates
May 2024
September 2024
January 2025
May 2025
Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates
Credential
Ontario College Diploma
Program Duration
4 SemestersProgram Contacts
Program Coordinator (Year 1)
Program Coordinator (Year 2)
Program Overview
Want a business career but not sure which path to take?
In just two years, this program exposes you to a broad spectrum of the business world so you can discover where to develop your talents and interests. You’ll get a taste of finance, entrepreneurship, marketing, human resources, accounting, new business development, organizational planning, and more.
When you graduate, you can launch your career or continue into the third year of Cambrian’s Bachelor of Business Administration or Honours Bachelor of Business Administration programs.
Program Highlights
Program highlights
- Option to take this program either on campus in-person or virtually by joining classes online in real-time
- Study full-time or part-time
- Find your best way forward with exposure to all key elements of business
- Opportunities for experiential learning through simulations, business cases, clubs, and competitions
- Common first and second year with other business programs allows graduates to seamlessly transition into a third year to earn an advanced diploma or a bachelor’s degree
Admissions
Admission requirements
For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:
- Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
- Any grade 11 mathematics (C), (U), or (M)
International Student Admissions
Are you an international student? Learn more about additional requirements.
Learn moreAdditional admission requirements
Recommendation
- Computer competency in relevant software
Academic Upgrading
Are you missing admission requirements? Strengthen your academic skills for free at your own pace through Academic Upgrading!
Program Delivery
Program delivery
2023-2024
Spring term start
SEMESTER 1: Spring 2024
SEMESTER 2: Fall 2024
SEMESTER 3: Winter 2025
SEMESTER 4: Spring 2025
2024-2025
Fall term start
SEMESTER 1: Fall 2024
SEMESTER 2: Winter 2025
SEMESTER 3: Fall 2025
SEMESTER 4: Winter 2026
Winter term start
SEMESTER 1: Winter 2025
SEMESTER 2: Spring 2025
SEMESTER 3: Fall 2025
SEMESTER 4: Winter 2026
Spring term start
SEMESTER 1: Spring 2025
SEMESTER 2: Fall 2025
SEMESTER 3: Winter 2026
SEMESTER 4: Spring 2026
Program of Study
Program of study for 2024-25 Academic year
Semester 1 | Credits | |
---|---|---|
ACC 1045 | Introduction to Accounting | 3 |
BUS 1125 | Business Professionalism | 3 |
BUS 1146 | Introduction to Business Management | 3 |
BUS 1211 | Business Mathematics | 3 |
ECN 1101 | Microeconomics | 3 |
ENG 1002 | College Communications | 3 |
ISP 3026 | Spreadsheets for Business | 3 |
Credits | 21 | |
Semester 2 | ||
ACC 1050 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
BUS 1111 | Business Research Methods | 3 |
BUS 1153 | CSR and Ethics | 3 |
BUS 1212 | Financial Mathematics | 3 |
ECN 1202 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
MKT 1204 | Foundations of Marketing | 3 |
One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
Credits | 21 | |
Semester 3 | ||
BUS 1233 | Statistics | 3 |
ACC 2312 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
ENG 2205 | Business Reports and Presentations | 3 |
FIN 1101 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
MKT 1200 | Applied Marketing | 3 |
BUS 2320 | Business Law | 3 |
One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
Credits | 21 | |
Semester 4 | ||
BUS 1037 | Project Management | 3 |
BUS 1217 | Strategic Business Decisions | 3 |
BUS 2041 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
BUS 3501 | Operations Management | 3 |
IND 1011 | Indigenous Business and Economics | 3 |
MKT 3680
or QMM 1005
| Professional Selling 2
or Business Analytics
| 3 |
One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
Credits | 21 | |
Total Credits | 84 |
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
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Students looking for advanced standing admission into the 3-year Bachelor of Business Administration (GBBA) or the 4-year Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (HBBA) should take Business Analytics (QMM1005) in semester 4 to avoid taking an additional course while completing their degree.
Fees
Tuition Cost
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.
College may be more affordable than you think!
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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.
Field of Study
School of Business
Cambrian’s 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 pathway
Honours Bachelor of Business Administration – advanced standing opportunity
Graduates from this program (or equivalent) meeting a 2.5 GPA requirement are eligible for advanced standing in the Honours Bachelor of Business Administration program and will receive direct entry into Year 3.
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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Explore how this program can lead to a great career! Cambrian’s Career Coach platform is a user-friendly, online tool that provides up-to-date and comprehensive labour market data to help you explore career options, salary expectations for the Greater Sudbury region, and more!
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Minimum technology requirements
Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.
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!
Ready to take the first step?
Start gaining the highest level of skills at Cambrian now – and you’ll be ready to take advantage of the many career opportunities waiting for you just around the corner. The future is yours!
Have Questions? We are here to help.
If you have any questions about programs, funding, OSAP, deadlines, student services, or anything else, reach out to our support team and we are happy to help!