Advanced College Diploma – Business Administration – Management (0055)

The Business Administration – Management (0055) 3-year Advanced Diploma program provides a generalist business foundation across core areas including finance, accounting, marketing, sales, HR, and supply chain management. Completed over 6 continuous terms without a break (in as little as 2 years via accelerated Winter/Spring intakes), the curriculum incorporates practical exercises like consulting projects, plant tours, computer simulations, and role-playing. Graduates qualify for the Certified in Management (C.I.M.) designation via Chartered Managers Canada and are eligible for the CHRP designation.

(Note: Program delivered at Doon and Guelph campuses, though Year 3 in Guelph may shift to Doon depending on enrollment).

Academic Qualification: High School / Grade 12 completion.

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 80.0

• PTE: 53.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who do not meet language test requirements by completing designated English pathway courses prior to academic study.

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.