Want a business career but not sure which path to take?
Discover your potential in the world of business. In just two-years, this program will provide you a broad overview of core business disciplines, including finance, marketing, human resources, accounting, entrepreneurship, and organizational planning. This well-rounded approach will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to launch a career in business or pursue further education.
When you graduate, you can launch your career or continue into the third year of Cambrian’s Bachelor of Business Administration or Honours Bachelor of Business Administration programs.
If you choose to study online, please be aware that some courses will include invigilated assessments. These assessments may require attendance on campus or at an approved invigilation site. Fees may apply when using external approved testing locations.
Program highlights
- Study full-time or part-time
- Available on campus or online – which is ideal for balancing school, work, or family commitments
- Find your best way forward with exposure to all key elements of business
- Opportunities for experiential learning through simulations, business cases, clubs, and competitions
- Common first semester with other Cambrian business programs allows graduates to seamlessly transition into a third year to earn a bachelor’s degree
Program of study for 2027-28 Academic year
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ACC 1103 | Accounting Fundamentals I | 3 |
| BUS 1146 | Introduction to Business Management | 3 |
| ECN 1101 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| ENG 1002 | College Communications | 3 |
| ISP 3026 | Spreadsheets for Business | 3 |
| MTH 1105 | Business and Financial Math | 3 |
| One General Education course 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 21 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| AIE 1200 | AI for Business | 3 |
| BUS 1111 | Business Research Methods | 3 |
| BUS 1153 | CSR and Ethics | 3 |
| BUS 2041 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
| ECN 1202 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
| LAW 1205 | Business and Commercial Law | 3 |
| MKT 1204 | Foundations of Marketing | 3 |
| Credits | 21 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| ACC 2312 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BUS 1125 | Business Professionalism | 3 |
| BUS 1233 | Statistics | 3 |
| BUS 3585 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| FIN 1101 | Corporate Finance | 3 |
| MKT 1200 | Applied Marketing | 3 |
| One General Education course 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 21 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| BUS 1037 | Project Management | 3 |
| BUS 1217 | Strategic Business Decisions | 3 |
| BUS 3501 | Operations Management | 3 |
| ENG 2205 | Business Reports and Presentations | 3 |
| IND 1011 | Indigenous Business and Economics | 3 |
| MKT 3680 | Professional Selling | 3 |
| One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 21 | |
| Total Credits | 84 | |
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
Admission requirements
For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:
- Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
- Any grade 11 mathematics (C), (U), or (M)
Program delivery
2027-2028
Fall term start
SEMESTER 1: Fall 2027
SEMESTER 2: Winter 2028
SEMESTER 3: Fall 2028
SEMESTER 4: Winter 2029
Specific program pathway
Honours Bachelor of Business Administration – advanced standing opportunity
Graduates from this program (or equivalent) meeting a 2.5 GPA requirement are eligible for advanced standing in the Bachelor of Business Administration or Honours Bachelor of Business Administration programs and will receive direct entry into year three.
College or university degree opportunities
If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian's college and university agreement details for further information.
Employment opportunities
Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities within:
- Sales
- Retailing
- Wholesale
- Manufacturing
- Insurance
Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.
