Business Administration

 The Business Administration Diploma is designed to prepare students for the demands of
 today’s fast-paced business environment.

 Its objective is to expose students to a vast array of business knowledge, management and
 administration skills, and practical tools that will assist them in dealing with situations within
 a business-related career. Courses focus on professional skills required by today’s employers,
 including knowledge of how businesses utilize technology, e-commerce, business correspondence,
 office procedures, project management, and employment success strategies.

 This program provides students with:

• A solid foundation in basic principles of a business environment including current computer
  applications, marketing, accounting and business law.
• An introduction to the most relevant aspects of business management and administration.
• Professional skills in high demand by employers. These skills include: teamwork,
  communication, customer service, leadership, research and problem solving.
• A solid knowledge of business practices and principles. It also develops the student’s
  ability to relate and apply this knowledge to current social and economic conditions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and accounting.

 Please note that the focus of this program is to train individuals for entry-level support and/or management
 trainee positions. It will also provide the skills to progress into management-level careers, given the proper
 combination of skills, experience, and personal attributes.

 Students are required to take some elective courses from prescribed study areas.

 Admission Requirements

 Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student status.

 Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language
 and is able to follow instructions.

 An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest,
 motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program.

 Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may
 do so at times convenient to them.

 Part-time students may set their own schedules to a minimum of two training sessions per week.
 These times may be scheduled during the day, evening, or on weekends.

 Program Prerequisites

 Candidates must be able to keyboard at a minimum speed of 25 wpm.

• Introduction to keyboarding
• Keyboarding Skill Building Level 1