Global Business Management
- Credential:
- Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- College Code:
- CONS
- School:
- Business
- Program Code:
- 1247
- Accelerated Delivery:
- No
- Campus:
- BR, KI
- Academic Year:
- 2020 / 2021
Notice:
Students in this program are required to bring a mobile device that meets minimum specified requirements.This is an eText program. Learn about our eText initiative.
About the Program
The Global Business Management graduate program provides an internationally-focused body of knowledge and skills for individuals interested in extending their business understanding beyond the domestic environment. The curriculum emphasizes the skills and knowledge necessary to operate in different roles within international cultural, legal and political contexts. This broad-based program will explore the field of management both in theory and through practical applications considering different organizational lenses. Graduates will be eligible to apply for the FITT (Forum for International Trade Training) diploma, and the CITP (Certified International Trade Professional) designation (subject to one year of work experience).Program Information
Length: One-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program (also available part-time)Delivery Sequence:
Brantford - September/2020 - Fall | Winter
Brantford - January/2021 - Winter | Fall
Brantford - May/2021 - Spring/Summer | Fall
Kitchener - September/2020 - Fall | Winter
Kitchener - January/2021 - Winter | Spring/Summer
Kitchener - May/2021 - Spring/Summer | Fall
Location: Kitchener (Downtown) and Brantford
Start: September, January and May
First-Year Capacity: Brantford - 140 September, 35 January and May, Kitchener - 105 September and January, 35 May
Admission Requirements
- A two- or three-year diploma or a degree from an accredited college or university
Note re: Admission Requirements
- Applicants with transcripts from institutions where the language of instruction is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum test score on one of the following language proficiency tests or equivalent scores from another internationally recognized English language test:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 88
- CAEL 70, no sub-test band score less than 60
- PTE Academic 58
- Conestoga English Language Test (CELT) Band 6
- We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but all other admission criteria have been met. An applicant will be eligible for admission to the graduate certificate program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science - English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS.
Admission Procedures
- Final selection is made following a review of post-secondary background.
Program Requirements
In addition to the tuition and associated fees paid by the student to the College, approximately $2,600 is also payable to industry associations for textbooks (purchased at the Conestoga Bookstore and online) and examination fees. A credit card may be required to order these materials during the first week of classes. The fees vary from year to year.- Students in this program are required to bring a mobile device that meets minimum specified requirements.
- Students in this program are required to participate in Conestoga's eText initiative.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition fee details for the 2019-2020 year are listed below. Fees for the next academic year are unavailable at this time. Books and supplies are additional.
Estimated fees based upon the previous academic year (2019 / 2020) for Global Business Management - Program # 1247
| Description | Fall 2019 | Winter 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Brantford U-pass | $50.28 | $50.28 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee - Brantford | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $4076.78 | $3386.78 |
| Year Total | $7463.56 |
| Description | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 |
| CSI Brantford U-pass | $50.28 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee - Brantford | $70.50 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $3869.89 |
| Year Total | $3869.89 |
| Description | Fall 2019 | Winter 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 | $74.83 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $4101.33 | $3411.33 |
| Year Total | $7512.66 |
| Description | Fall 2019 |
|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $181.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $3534.33 |
| Year Total | $3534.33 |
| Description | Winter 2020 | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 | $74.83 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $3994.74 | $3411.33 |
| Year Total | $7406.07 |
| Description | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $3894.44 |
| Year Total | $3894.44 |
| Description | Winter 2020 | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $3844.41 | $3261.00 |
| Year Total | $7105.41 |
| Description | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $2579.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $3744.11 |
| Year Total | $3744.11 |
International Fees
Estimated International fees based upon the previous academic year (2019 / 2020) for
Global Business Management - Program # 1247
| Description | Fall 2019 | Winter 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Brantford U-pass | $50.28 | $50.28 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 | $6500.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee - Brantford | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8872.78 | $7682.78 |
| Year Total | $16555.56 |
| Description | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ISR | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 |
| CSI Brantford U-pass | $50.28 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $165.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee - Brantford | $70.50 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8330.89 |
| Year Total | $8330.89 |
| Description | Fall 2019 | Winter 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 | $74.83 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Feeâ Session | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8897.33 | $7707.33 |
| Year Total | $16604.66 |
| Description | Fall 2019 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $6250.00 |
| Student Priority Fee | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $181.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 |
| CSI International Health Feeâ Session | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8080.33 |
| Year Total | $8080.33 |
| Description | Winter 2020 | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 | $74.83 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $335.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Feeâ Session | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8625.74 | $7707.33 |
| Year Total | $16333.07 |
| Description | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| Program Supply Fee | $0.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $74.83 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ISR | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $165.00 |
| CSI International Health Feeâ Session | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Locker Fee | $5.00 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8355.44 |
| Year Total | $8355.44 |
| Description | Winter 2020 | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 | $135.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 | $381.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $335.00 | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 | $3.50 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8475.41 | $7557.00 |
| Year Total | $16032.41 |
| Description | Spring 2020 |
|---|---|
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $135.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ISR | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $7.00 |
| eText Fee | $748.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $18.76 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $165.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $12.50 |
| CSI Event Fee | $40.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs | $3.50 |
| Alumni Services | $5.00 |
| Student Spaces | $10.00 |
| Graduation fee | $15.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $18.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $5.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $20.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $10.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $10.00 |
| Session Total | $8205.11 |
| Year Total | $8205.11 |
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Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Conestoga recognizes prior learning of skills, knowledge or competencies that have been acquired through employment, formal and informal education, non-formal learning or other life experiences. Prior learning must be measurable at the required academic level and meet Conestoga standards of achievement. Challenge exams and portfolio development are the primary methods of assessment. Other methods of assessment may be available depending upon the nature of the course objectives. PLAR cannot be used by registered Conestoga students for the clearance of academic deficiencies, to improve grades or to obtain admission into a program.Learn more about PLAR.
Program Courses
| Course Code | Course Title and Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | |
| BUS8020 | Organizational Behaviour
Description: This course is a study of what people think, feel and do in and around organizations. The course examines the behaviour of individuals working alone or in teams and the thought processes and structural contexts surrounding their actions. Theories relating to conflict and motivation in the workplace will guide students in their identification and application of models that address issues and challenges relating to both. In addition, students will address organizational culture, and leadership in the context of the human resources function. Students will apply theories and practices that align with human resources in relation to culture along with how these and other factors that influence individual and team behaviour ultimately affect organizational effectiveness. |
| BUS8375 | Business Research and Data Analysis
Description: This course explores basic statistical and research methods and their application to data analysis. Students will develop skills in reading and understanding research literature, and will develop expertise in evaluating the validity and reliability of research data. Students will acquire hands-on experience by working in small teams on a research project: designing, collecting data, analyzing the data using Microsoft Excel and reporting their findings and conclusions. |
| CON0101 | Conestoga 101
Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities. |
| HRM8130 | Human Resources Management
Description: The primary focus in this introductory course is to offer the student an in depth view into the world of the Human Resource (HR) Management functions and each of its specialties. The course emphasis is on the skills and techniques utilized by HR professionals in each of their specialty areas, and how they are related to the organization's overall strategy and objectives. |
| INFO8060 | Computer Skills for Business
Description: This course is based on end-user computer skills for global business managers. The course focuses on students achieving a recommended level of information and communication technologies (ICT) competence to enable effective employability. Students will learn to apply Word processing skills to create properly formatted documents including collaboration tools for working in a globally distributed team. Data analysis and reporting tools in Excel will be utilized to create executive summaries of data used to solve business problems. Students will learn to integrate information between software to create powerful presentations. Online communication tools such as email, shared calendars and social media will be explored. |
| MGMT8500 | Accounting and Financial Management
Description: This course is designed to provide business managers with knowledge of Financial and Managerial Accounting required to support decision making. This course introduces business managers to quantitative and qualitative techniques and to communication strategies that enable reporting findings in an engaging and professional manner. Additionally, they are introduced to the essential functions including budgeting, the interpretation of financial information and the effective communication of operational and financial strategies. |
| MKT8035 | Global Markets and Strategies
Description: This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to marketing concepts and terminology. It examines the importance of global marketing within organizations and society in general. Students will study the role of marketing at the local, national and international level, and the major components of the marketing mix for businesses and end consumers. They will learn how to address the basic needs of companies in planning, developing and managing products, distribution channels, promotion and pricing into the global market. Students will be expected to conduct marketing research considering cultural influences, government regulations, and international pressures. |
| OPER8340 | Global Supply Chain Management
Description: The goal of this course is to familiarize students with the discipline of supply chain management (SCM), which enables firms to better coordinate inbound and outbound information and material flow. In addition, supply chain management impacts customer service activities relevant to logistics, operations and marketing processes. Topics include the relationship between profitability, supplier management, customer service, quality, and productivity; management of incoming supplies and services; managing service capacity and wait times; and finally discussions of internal and external customer service, one of the primary objectives of supply chain management. The course is designed to examine a firm as a complete business, considering the global environment. |
| Level 2 | |
| BUS8330 | Global Trade Law
Description: This course is an introduction to the basic legal principles of carrying on international business. You will examine the legal implications of international business activities; discuss the legal aspects of intellectual property, competition and antitrust laws, public trade law and legal issues related to E-commerce in international business. |
| BUS8350 | Global Business Management Capstone
Description: This capstone course requires the student to apply the principles and knowledge obtained in their previous course work to a global marketplace. Students will work in teams and be in competition with other teams in the class. Each team will need to craft and execute a strategy in a globally competitive marketplace. |
| CDEV8130 | Career Management
Description: This course focuses on career management skills needed to navigate the evolving workplace. Students will evaluate their skills, attitudes, and expectations within their chosen careers and explore emerging trends in the workplace. Students will refine their networking strategies and create marketing documents to position them for success. Mock interviews will provide the opportunity for practice, feedback, and reflection as students prepare for future interviews. Students will explore communication strategies that support workplace success and advancement. By the end of this course, students will have created a personalized career management plan. |
| ENTR8000 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Description: This course focuses on strategies for fostering creativity and innovation, and processes for developing entrepreneurial ventures. The scope of the course encompasses new business formation and initiatives within established organizations. Case studies range from small enterprises to large firms. Student teams will apply their entrepreneurial abilities to work through a number of business development challenges. |
| MGMT8110 | Global Business Perspectives
Description: Students will consider organizations from a global perspective. The impact of being a global entity on individual behaviour, team processes, and organizational processes will be examined. Organizations require managers who understand the evolving nature of the work place, such as virtual teams and social networking replacing committee meetings, emotional intelligence in addition to job-fit, and the competitive opportunities considering cultural understanding. The role of the leader will be a recurring theme. The course will integrate case work and will require the students to integrate material and provide support for their decisions. |
| MGMT8300 | Introduction to Project Management
Description: This course provides the practical knowledge to prepare for starting and completing a project successfully. It will cover the components and tasks related to complex projects that often involve multiple functional teams and departments. You will explore how the knowledge areas of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide) are applied during each phase of a project's life cycle as well as the processes related to successful project management. An overview of status reporting and the use of MS Project will be covered. This knowledge will help establish priorities and effectively manage your projects. It will be of particular interest to those students who have a long-term goal of attaining the Project Management Professional (PMP)® designation certified by the Project Management Institute. |
| MGMT8420 | Sustainable Management
Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the historical timeline of the Sustainable Development. Students learn communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills required to utilize green and sustainability language, to be agents of change in not-for-profit, non-governmental organizations, business entrepreneurs, industry, and government. Students analyze change management issues facing organizations transitioning to sustainable business practices. Students learn to communicate and advocate personal and corporate advantages of reducing one's ecological footprint in all sectors while also considering the protocols, financial implications, and international constraints or differences that could impact a corporate sustainability strategy. |
Program Outcomes
- Make effective, appropriate, and ethical decisions taking into consideration, corporate social responsibility and environmentally sustainable practices within the four fundamental areas of business (operations, marketing, human resources, and finance) in domestic and international settings aligning with government programs, policies, and agencies which facilitate international trade.
- Conduct business with diverse populations using culturally appropriate methods in compliance with relevant national and international law, practices, policies, and practices.
- Apply effective supply chain and project management practices to support all functions of a business considering domestic and international perspectives and customs.
- Employ entrepreneurial strategies in the development of new products, services and markets to maximize the effectiveness of international business initiatives.
- Analyze business situations, using critical and creative thinking, and evidence from research and data to support recommendations and decision making in domestic and international settings.
- Collaborate with others to analyze business problems, generate alternatives, develop recommendations, and create action plans and/or persuasive business reports in domestic and international contexts.
- Assess and use information technology to increase business efficiency and/or effectiveness.
Program Advisory Committees
The College appoints Program Advisory Committee members for diploma, degree, certificate and apprenticeship programs. Committees are composed of employers, practitioners and recent program graduates. College representatives (students, faculty, and administrators) are resource persons. Each committee advises the Board on the development of new programs, the monitoring of existing programs and community acceptance of programs.For a list of the current members, please visit our Program Advisory Committees.
Program Handbook
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Domestic students should apply online at www.ontariocolleges.ca or by phone at 1-888-892-2228. OntarioColleges.ca 60 Corporate Court Guelph, Ontario Canada N1G 5J3. Detailed steps on the application process may help you to apply.International students should apply online using the Ontario Colleges.ca International applicant portal. Please note that not all programs are open to international students; check the list of open programs on our International Student Programs web page before applying.
Disclaimer
The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees and to cancel at any time a program, course, or program major or option; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.
Students actively registered in cohort delivered programs who take longer than the designed program length of time to complete their studies are accountable for completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to the program.
| Start Date | Campus | Status** |
|---|---|---|
| MAY, 2020 | Brantford | Open |
| MAY, 2020 | Kitchener - Doon | Suspended |
| MAY, 2020 | Kitchener - Downtown | Open |
| SEP, 2020 | Brantford | Open |
| SEP, 2020 | Kitchener - Downtown | Open |
| JAN, 2021 | Brantford | Open |
| JAN, 2021 | Kitchener - Downtown | Open |
| MAY, 2021 | Brantford | Open |
| MAY, 2021 | Kitchener - Downtown | Open |
Program status for international students
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