Business Management Diploma

Diploma
Also available as:
TYPE:
  • Part Time
  • Full Time
LENGTH: 2 year
CAMPUS: Prince George
FEES: Estimated cost $7,787
START DATE: Spring 2025 - Intersession 2026
DELIVERY:
  • In Class
Application Status
Applications still open.
  • Overview
  • Courses
  • Location & Dates
  • Entry Requirements
  • Fees

Overview

Earn a CNC Business Management Diploma for your resume! Gain hands-on business skills which transfer directly to real-world job requirements.

Want to go further? Upon completion of this Certificate, transfer your credits toward a Business Management Diploma and advance even further within the business world. Specialize in International Business, Leadership, Marketing, or Web and Graphic Design.

Careers

There are endless career possibilities in the Business Management sector, each depending on your combined level of education and experience. Here are some areas in which you can find yourself:

  • Assistant Marketing Manager
  • Small Business Manager
  • Assistant Human Resources Manager
  • Assistant Retail Manager
  • Executive Assistant
  • Sales Representative

What you will learn

The Business Management Diploma will provide you with skills in the following areas:

  • International Business
  • Leadership & Human Resources
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Professional Writing
  • Professional Speaking
  • Computer Applications

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Business Management Diploma Courses

With a CNC faculty with years of experience, Business Management can help you enhance your business skills and teach you what it takes to be successful. You can choose to obtain a general diploma or choose to specialize in International Business, Leadership, Marketing, or Web and Graphic Design.

Required Courses

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS LENGTH
ENGL-103 Composition & Style 3 15 weeks
MGT-154 Applied Human Relations 3 15 weeks
MKT-152 Principles of Marketing 3 15 weeks
MGT-254 Applied Group Skills 3 15 weeks

One of:

ACC 151 or COM 204

 

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One of:

MGT255 or MGT256
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Business Electives

8 courses (24 credits) required:

3 Courses in ACC, FIN, MGT,  MKT, or ECON

 

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University Transfer Electives

5 Courses (15 credits) Required: UT course

 

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In addition to the above courses, Business Management Diploma students may specialize in International Business, Leadership, Marketing, or Web and Graphic Design by selecting the following electives:

International Business specialization

FIN 258 Finance II
GEOG 101 Sense of Place: An Introduction to Human Geography
MGT 160 International Business
MGT 270 Cross-Cultural Workplace Practices

Plus any one of:
BUS 250 International Work Experience
BUS 251 Work Experience
SERV 250 International Service Learning

Note 1: While you can earn as many specializations as you choose to complete, once you have applied for your diploma, you cannot add further specializations. If you choose to continue your studies at CNC, you may earn citations after receiving your diploma.

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS LENGTH
GEOG-101 Intro to Human Geography 3 15 weeks
FIN-258 Finance 2 3 15 weeks
MGT-270 Cross Cultural Workplace Pract 3 15 weeks

Marketing Specialization

MKT 251 Marketing Management Theory and Applications
MKT 266 Integrated Marketing Communication
MKT 271 Consumer Behaviour
MKT 272 Marketing Research Methods

Note 1: While you can earn as many specializations as you choose to complete, once you have applied for your diploma, you cannot add further specializations. If you choose to continue your studies at CNC, you may earn citations after receiving your diploma.

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS LENGTH
MKT-272 Marketing Research Methods 3 15 weeks
MKT-251 Mkt Management Theory & Applic 3 15 weeks
MKT-271 Consumer Behaviour 3 15 weeks
MKT-266 Promotion 3 15 weeks

Web and Graphic Design specialization

In addition to the above courses, Business Management Diploma students may specialize in International Business, Leadership, Marketing, or Web and Graphic Design by selecting the following electives:

WEGD 121 Introduction to Design Thinking
WEGD 131 Introduction to Visual Communication
WEGD 141 Introduction to Web Design
WEGD 142 Intermediate Web Design

Note 1: While you can earn as many specializations as you choose to complete, once you have applied for your diploma, you cannot add further specializations. If you choose to continue your studies at CNC, you may earn citations after receiving your diploma.

COURSE CODE COURSE TITLE CREDITS LENGTH
WEGD-121 Intro to Design Thinking 3 15 weeks
WEGD-131 Intro to Visual Communication 3 15 weeks
WEGD-141 Introduction to Web Design 3 15 weeks
WEGD-142 Intermediate Web Design 3 15 weeks

Leadership specialization

In addition to the above courses, Business Management Diploma students may specialize in International Business, Leadership, Marketing, or Web and Graphic Design by selecting the following electives:

LEAD 101 Leadership Lab, Part 1
LEAD 201 Leadership Lab, Part 2
LEAD 250 Experiential Leadership Project

Plus any one of:
ABST courses
ANTH courses
PHIL courses
GEOG 101 Sense of Place: An Introduction to Human Geography
MGT 263 Human Resource Development
MGT 270 Cross-Cultural Workplace Practices

Note 1: While you can earn as many specializations as you choose to complete, once you have applied for your diploma, you cannot add further specializations. If you choose to continue your studies at CNC, you may earn citations after receiving your diploma.

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Citations

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Locations & Dates

CNC programs have varying lengths and start dates to meet your needs, and are offered across multiple campuses where possible. Don’t see the campus you’re looking for? Check back with us soon as this page is updated throughout the school year.

START DATE CAMPUS DELIVERY LENGTH
Fall 2025 Prince George In Class 2 years
Spring 2025 Prince George In Class 2 years
Intersession 2025 Prince George In Class 2 years
Spring 2026 Prince George In Class 2 years
Intersession 2026 Prince George In Class 2 years
 

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of one of the following:

  • Grade 12 (with English 12 or English 12: First Peoples or Communications 12 or equivalent)
  • Mature student status with English and Math required by the program as demonstrated on SRA

Note: Math 11 is a prerequisite for several business courses required to complete the diploma. Students without Foundations of Math 11 or MATH 045 or Applications of Math 12 or Foundations Math 12 or equivalent should consult a CNC advisor for assessment and upgrading options.  

Need help meeting these requirements? Check out our Academic Upgrading options.

Open admission

Any program of study that does not have a selective admission process or fixed capacity and is on a “first qualified, first admitted” basis.

Program Tools

Many courses in this program use online learning tools. Students will need

  • a reliable internet connection,
  • a device to access the internet, and
  • a financial/scientific calculator.

Students are encouraged to review historical syllabi or discuss with a recruiter, an advisor, or a faculty member to identify their technological needs.

Invest in your future

The estimated cost for this program is $7,787.
  • Year 1: $3,997
  • Year 2: $3,790

These costs are an estimate and will vary depending on student course selection. Student fees vary by campus. Check the fee schedule for more details.

Books for this program can be purchased from the bookstore.

Paying for college

We're here to help. You can apply for scholarships and bursaries through CNC. We can also help you find loans and other funding. Visit Financial aid to find out how.

Salaries and employment

Looking for a job? Check the student employment opportunities board.