About Business Fundamentals in Algonquin College

Find your perfect fit in the world of business.

With a strong focus on developing the skills needed for today`s business professional, this one-year Ontario College Certificate program prepares you to carry out a variety of business functions within an organization. You develop a practical understanding of key principles and practices necessary to pursue future studies in the field of business or for an entry-level position in business. This program may also appeal to those who have existing careers or credentials to enhance their fundamental business knowledge and skills.

In this program, you combine theory and hands-on learning to gain practical business knowledge in the areas of business management, marketing, human resources management, document production, accounting/financial reporting, professional communications and the use of business application software. You develop skills in the use of technology and foundational business practices with an emphasis on the practical demands of a job, including:

• Preparing professional documents
• Interacting with the workforce
• Meeting timelines
• Prioritizing activities
• Working under pressure
• Accepting responsibility
• Demonstrating initiative

Participate in simulations dealing with realistic business problems and solutions. Gain practical skills through applied activities supported by opportunities to examine current industry issues and find solutions based on an integrated approach.

Graduates may apply their newly developed skills and knowledge to improve their existing organization, gain an entry-level position in business, or pursue entrepreneurial opportunities.

Graduates may find entry-level employment in a variety of business-related industries such as:

• Educational institutions
• Government ministries and agencies
• Healthcare facilities
• Large and small businesses and corporations
• Not-for-profit organizations
• Regional offices within government
• Retail, hospitality and service sector
• Insurance or financial institutions

With advanced standing through shared core courses, graduates may choose to continue their business education in diplomas such as: Business -General, Accounting, Human Resources, Finance, Marketing or Management and Entrepreneurship.

Success Factors

This Major is well-suited for students who:

• Are well-organized and can work effectively under tight time constraints.
• Are team-oriented and enjoy working with others.
• Like using computer and technology applications.
• Have strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Enjoy working in a dynamic environment.
• Have a collaborative style and good communication skills.
• Like to solve problems using analytical and critical thinking skills.

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Identify factors that have an impact on an organization's business opportunities.
2. Explain the impact of corporate sustainability, corporate social responsibility and ethics on an organization's business initiatives.
3. Use current technologies to support an organization's business initiatives.
4. Apply basic research skills to support business decision making.
5. Perform basic accounting procedures and financial calculations to support the operations of an organization.
6. Describe marketing and sales concepts used to support the operations of an organization.
7. Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development to enhance work performance.
8. Outline the functional areas of a business and their interrelationships.
9. Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.

Careers

Graduates may find employment opportunities in a variety of entry-level business and administrative positions such as: customer service, sales, service industry, insurance or financial institution trainees or associates.

Program Eligibility

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).

• Mathematics, Grade 11 (MBF3C or equivalent).

Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).

• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic). Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR
• TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT) Overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and mathematics.

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