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Diploma of Business in Agricultural Business
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
- Olds, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year on-campus post-diploma certificate in agricultural business for diploma or degree holders.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate concepts and methods in Business in Agricultural Business to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Two consecutive terms on campus
- With courses drawn from one area of specialisation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Specialised roles in agricultural business or further study
- Specific job titles not listed
Curriculum
- Two consecutive terms on campus
- With courses drawn from one area of specialisation
- Here agricultural business. An academic advisor contacts students about a month before the start to set up the course list. Credits can be applied to other Olds College programmes. Specific course names are not listed on the page.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed related diploma or degree with a minimum 2.5 GPA
- Enrolment is limited and first qualified
- First admitted. English proficiency required
- Minimum 2.5 GPA in a previously earned and related diploma or degree (Alberta-style 4.0 GPA
- The scale is not stated on the page).
Minimum GPA
2.5
Accepted academic background
Completed diploma or degree in a related field, Up to 12 students enrolled per year on a first qualified, First admitted basis (Post-Diploma Certificate page).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 4.0
- Duolingo 110
- PTE Academic 55
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Previous Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).
How to apply
- Check requirements. Apply 4-6 months before the start (no deadline published). Apply through ApplyAlberta and pay the 90 CAD fee. Email certified transcripts
- English results and passport page with your Alberta Student Number. Receive an offer in 3-6 weeks. Pay the 5
- 000 CAD tuition deposit by the date in the admission letter. Olds requests your Provincial Attestation Letter. Apply for the study permit and send proof. After arrival give your Admissions Officer a copy of the study permit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,900 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 CAD |
| Deposit | $40,348 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Olds Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Business |
| Department | Business in Agricultural Business |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $16,900 CAD per year. The application fee is $90 CAD. The deposit is $40,348 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
The minimum GPA is 2.5. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 4.0, Duolingo 110, PTE Academic 55.

