About this Program

Level: Certificate in Pre-Business

Discpline: Business Administration, Management, and Operations

Length: 2 semesters

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Application Fee: $125.00 waived
Tuition Fee: $14,938.00

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Program Description

Centennial College's Pre-Business program will help you to discover your path in the business world. If you're looking to enter a program within The Business School but may not currently meet the admission requirements, you can apply directly to this business certificate program or it may be offered to you as a recommended alternative. During the two-semester Pre-Business program, you'll work to build your fundamental business skills while exploring your career and educational options. As such, you'll complete courses in: Communications, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Canadian and international business practices, Strategies for business success, Accounting fundamentals. A supportive learning environment in small classes, with additional advising opportunities to learn about potential pathways for future success will ensure you're prepared for further education.

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Full-time undergraduate and post-graduate international students can work anywhere on or off campus without a work permit. The rules around the number of hours a student will be allowed to work may vary based on the country the student chooses to study in. International students are typically able to work up to 20 hours a week.