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Diploma of Business Management

Western Community College

Surrey, Canada
1 year
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A one-year conversion masters introducing business management to non-business graduates.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to the length of the programme (8 months to under 2 years); 3 years if the programme is 2 years or more (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 5 for college/non-university, CLB/NCLC 7 for university programmes; field of study must be on the eligible CIP list if the study permit was applied for on or after 2024-11-01; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Business Management can develop the ability to analyse organisational and market information
Evaluate financial and operational decisions
Communicate recommendations and consider responsible business practices
And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Business management roles in organisations in all sectors

Curriculum

Two semesters of intensive taught modules
Each module taught over four days spaced three to four weeks apart. Topics include organisational behaviour
Global operations
Finance
Strategy
Marketing
International business and career management.

Entry requirements

Academic

Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status (19+)
Some diplomas need more (bachelor degree for Health Services Administration
Digital Technology Solutions and Integrated Business Management
Science and maths prerequisites for Pharmacy Technician). English proficiency: IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 46
PTE Academic 43
Duolingo 95
CAEL 40 or CELPIP L6 S6 R5 W5
Or English-medium schooling.

Accepted academic background

Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status (19+), Health Services Administration requires a bachelor degree, Pharmacy Technician needs Math 12/Pre-Calculus 11 (C+), Biology 11 and Chemistry 11 (C), Hospitality Management asks for an overall C average

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 46
PTE Academic 43
Duolingo 95

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
English proficiency evidence
Passport copy

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and English options. Complete the online application on the official university website (Apply Now) and pay the application fee. Submit transcripts
proof of English proficiency and a passport copy. An admissions advisor interviews you; you then receive the formal offer letter. Pay the tuition by the bank methods listed to receive the Letter of Acceptance. Use the Letter of Acceptance to apply for a Canadian study permit with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$12,350 CAD
Application fee	$375 CAD
Deposit	$35,798 CAD

Program details

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Faculty or school	Business
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Teaching language	English
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Post-study stay	Up to the length of the programme (8 months to under 2 years); 3 years if the programme is 2 years or more (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 5 for college/non-university, CLB/NCLC 7 for university programmes; field of study must be on the eligible CIP list if the study permit was applied for on or after 2024-11-01; apply within 180 days of completion)
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Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.