Business Administration with Co-op

Business Administration CO-OP

By the time you complete the diploma program, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge of all aspects of business administration; utilize process management tool suites; create and maintain business reports; understand strategic planning and much more.

Program Courses:

Fundamentals of Business Communication

• This course offers a case-oriented, problem-solving approach to Windows and for learning Microsoft Word and Excel.
  
  
• Windows: Students will explore the fundamentals of Windows to develop the skills necessary to work effectively within this operating system.
  
  
• Microsoft Word: Students work with both basic and advanced features while creating a variety of documents such as letters, memos, forms, and reports.
  
  
• Microsoft Excel: Students explore both basic and advanced features while creating a variety of documents such as budgets, marketing and sales reports, forecasts, and statistical tables.

Principles of Accounting 

• In this course, emphasis is placed on analyzing and recording business transactions using the rules of double-entry bookkeeping. In addition, adjusting journal entries and everyday transactions for both service and retail businesses are recorded and coupled with the preparation of basic financial statements. 
  
  
• This course also provides a practical introduction to computerized accounting. Students learn not only how to set up a computerized accounting environment, but also to convert a manual accounting system to a computerized system. Students will be working with a variety of business simulations providing hands-on experience with all aspects of work transactions in the general, payables, and receivable ledgers.

Business Environment 

• The aim of this unit is to provide students with an understanding of different organizations, the influence of stakeholders and the relationship between businesses and the local, national, and global environments. In this unit students will consider how different market structures shape the pricing and output decisions of businesses, as well as other aspects of their behaviour.

Managing Financial Resources

• This course’s aim is to provide learners with an understanding of where and how to access sources of finance for a business and the skills to use financial information for decision making.

Organizations and Behaviour

• The aim of this course is to give learners an understanding of individual and group behaviour in organizations and to examine the current theories and their application in managing behaviour in the workplace.

Marketing Principles

• This course aims to provide students with an understanding of concepts and principles that underpin the marketing process. Students also explore the impact of the marketing mix elements on marketing decision making and develop marketing strategies based on the marketing objective.

Business Decision Making

• This course provides students with the opportunity to develop techniques for data gathering and storage, an understanding of the statistical tools available to create and present useful information, in order to make business decisions. Students also use current technological tools to produce and analyze information.

Research Project

• In this course students develop skills to independently enquire by designing and conducting a research based on their research proposal relevant to the program and profession. Students also use the relevant research analysis tools and techniques to critically analyze and disseminate the data collected to make relevant recommendations, create report and present their findings.

Check the requirements below to prepare your application to CCTB

Students must be in possession of one of the English Language Equivalencies in the list below.

Language proficiency requirements are admission requirements and may not be waived by either the institution or the student.

Academic Requirements

Required Academic Documents 

Admission Requirements – Proof of English Proficiency

In addition to meeting the academic admission requirements, all applicants to CCTB must provide proof of English proficiency to be considered for admission, using one of the options below:

Submission of English Language Test Scores

Applicants may fulfil the English language proficiency requirements through submission of valid results of a recognized English language test scores with their application:

Official English Proficiency Test Equivalency Table

Completion of an ESL Pathway Program

Applicants may fulfil the English language proficiency requirements through successful completion of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English for Academic Preparation (EAP) at a College, University, or approved pathway language organization. Please find below the list of English proficiency partners and required levels. CCTB also accepts Proof of English proficiency documents from Languages Canada approved members.

Proof of language proficiency based on previous education

Applicants may also fulfil the English language proficiency requirements through providing proof of completion of secondary or post-secondary education in an English-speaking country where English is the primary language of instruction. 

*Proof of medium of instruction may be requested.

Countries recognized where English is a primary language

* CCTB reserves the right to waive Language proficiency requirements for these selected countries that succeed in providing a stamped letter from the institution/Board/Ministry confirming the English language as a Medium of Instruction for completed secondary and/or post-secondary education.
 **Applicants that have completed at least 1 year of post-secondary studies (2 terms) from a private institution in Canada, may be exempt from providing additional proof of English if Admissions is able to confirm the initial English requirements to enter such program.

Students are required to have and use their own personal computer in class

Business Administration Career Opportunities 
CCTB is dedicated to providing students with the highest quality training in order to ensure they stand out to today’s employers. Our curriculum has been tailored to your career goals and will be taught using the latest industry tools. You’ll learn in a highly interactive environment, engaging you in a format most companies use to conduct their business.  

CCTB is committed to providing career orientation, guidance and ongoing employment opportunities and support. Throughout your studies, you will learn industry relevant techniques and receive support in securing employment in your desired field. We strive to deliver an outstanding level of support as you enter or re-enter the workforce. 

Studying the Business Administration program will provide you with the skills that you can take into many different roles. Some roles you could consider after your finish the program include:

• Business Manager: These managers will often be in charge of one department in a company and will ensure that all business objectives are being met. 

• Project Administration Officer: A Project Officer is responsible for overseeing projects from start to finish. The job role involves developing and managing strategies for projects that will eventually contribute to the business’ overall success.

• Administration Officer: As an Administration Officer, you will be the point of contact for all employees within the organization. You will also be responsible for providing administrative support and managing employees’ queries. 

• Officer Services Coordinator: As an officer in an organization, you will coordinate the various departments, creates schedules and manage other supervising staff members.  

• Financial Administrator: A Financial Administrator is hired to organize the finances of an organization. In addition, financial planners take care of the savings and investments of a company and assist in financial decision-making in order to reach the desired goals and maximize profits. 

• Human Resources Administrator: These administrators develop, put into place and manage HR policies and plans. You will be in charge of people in an organization in a way to help their business gain a competitive advantage.  

• Business Services Officer: Similar to a project officer, business officers provide administrative and project support to particular departments and functions within an organization.  

The average Business Administration salary in Canada is $54,257 per year or $26.08 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $36,000 per year while most experienced workers make up to $82,000 per year. 

Intake Dates:

Jan, March, May, July, Sep, Nov

Work + Study

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International Tuition: $10,750 CAD

Discounts: $2,800 CAD

Final International Tuition after Discounts: $7,950 CAD

Domestic Tuition: $10,750 CAD

Discounts: $2,500 CAD

Domestic Discount: $2,350 CAD

Final Domestic Tuition after Discounts: $5,900 CAD

*Additional fees may apply. Textbook costs are not included.

When applying to CCTB, please note that all applications must be submitted online using the Online Application in the link below:

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When applying to CCTB, please note that all applications must be submitted online using the Online Application in the link below:

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Work Experience Policy

This policy applies to all students who are enrolled in CCTB programs that offer a work experience component (e.g., practicum or co-op).

The work experience is a required part of Business Administration with Co-op (BAWS) in which the student obtains practical skills relevant to the learning objectives of the program.

 Policy Statement

1. Work Experience Requirements

The requirements for participation in the work experience are as follows:

• Be in Good Academic Standing, such that the student has satisfactorily passed all academic courses in the program and has met the minimum passing grade for each course, as per the CCTB Academic Standing, Promotion, and Graduation Policy;
• Be in Good Financial Standing, such that the student has no outstanding tuition fees as per the CCTB Late Payment Policy;
• Submit the Work-Term Agreement to the Career Services Manager one week before the intended start date of Work Experience
  • Missing the deadline to submit the Work-Term Agreement to the Career Services Manager may result in delays in work placement
• Be eligible to work in Canada with the appropriate Canadian residence permit; and
• Submit an up-to-date resume

2. Placement Process

The process by which the student will be placed in a work experience is as follows:

• Eight (8) weeks before Work Experience: An initial orientation session will be conducted by the Career Services Manager to students;
• The Career Services Coordinator (or designate) will set up an initial meeting with the student to conduct career counseling and to collect the student’s updated resume;
• The Career Services Manager will send a list of potential employers to students;
• The Career Services Manager will assist in setting up interviews between the student and employers;
• A Work-Term Agreement will be signed by both the student and the supervisor and collected by the Career Services Coordinator (or designate) one week before the intended Work Experience start date;
• Students who do not satisfy the requirements to enter the Work Experience component will be required to postpone the Work Experience start date to the next available cohort of the same program.

The Canadian College of Technology and Business, the student, and the host organization will enter into a written agreement (the Work-Term Agreement) detailing each party’s responsibilities and the activities the student will undertake during the work experience.  A copy of the Work-Term Agreement will be provided to the student before the start date of the work experience.

3. Evaluation Process

The process by which the student will be evaluated in relation to the work experience component is as follows:

• The student will be provided with at least one written evaluation in relation to the work experience component.
• The Work Experience supervisor/employer will fill out a comprehensive Work Experience Evaluation form upon completion of the work experience hours.
• The CCTB Academic Standing, Promotion, and Graduation Policy and CCTB Student Attendance Policy apply in evaluating the student’s Work Experience performance.
• Students who consistently refuse to comply with the deadlines stipulated to submit work placement documents will be given two formal written warnings. If a student refuses to comply after the final warning, they are considered to have abandoned their work placement and will need to retake the work placement component of their program with a retake fee.

4. Monitoring Process

The Canadian College of Technology and Business will monitor the student during the work experience by reviewing:

• The Canadian College of Technology and Business will monitor students’ performance during the work experience by reviewing attendance as well as the quality of work assignments delivered through the Bi-Weekly Attendance Report.
• Each bi-weekly reporting period consists of evaluating:
  • whether the student is attending the work experience;
  • whether the student is meeting the learning objectives of Business Administration with Co-op, and
• The Canadian College of Technology and Business will monitor the overall performance of the student through a Pass/Fail designation in the Work Experience Evaluation Report.