Business Administration - Leadership and Management

*Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected persons and Convention refugees.
Students who have completed the two-year business diploma program can continue for a third year to earn an Ontario College Advanced Diploma in business administration management.
Students will explore subject matter including strategic planning, leadership principles and practices, performance management, social responsibility, sustainability, organizational change, global business and creativity and innovation in business. Additionally, students foster the decision-making skills that are in demand in today's economy. Experiential learning is integral to the program, allowing students to explore management in practice and apply their skills.
Graduates of this program will have earned all the education credits required for the Certified in Management (CIM) designation from the Canadian Institute of Management. Graduates who meet admission requirements are also eligible for transfer to the Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Management) degree or they may be eligible to complete a degree at many other post-secondary institutions or complement your advanced diploma with a graduate certificate offered at Fanshawe.
This program is also available part-time, online (asynchronous).
Please note, this program requires a laptop. It is recommended that students use a PC laptop vs. a Mac laptop, as Windows is required to be able to load program-specific software. For more information on specific requirements, visit the Laptop Requirements page on the Fanshawe CONNECTED website.
Fanshawe's Business Administration - Leadership and Management program provides graduates with leadership and management skills essential for finding employment opportunities in manufacturing companies, business operations departments, retail stores, wholesalers, banks and government or not-for-profit organizations.
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Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Business Administration - Leadership and Management program:
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Program Coordinator:
Lynette Carmichael, B.A., Md Ed
Academic Advisor:
Sarah Davies
ONE OF:
- Business Ontario College Diploma from Fanshawe College with a minimum 2.5 final cumulative GPA
- An equivalent qualification from another institution as judged by the College with a minimum 2.5 final cumulative GPA
- A combination of relevant education and work experience in a related field as judged by the College to be equivalent to the above
Note:
Graduates of Business Administration - Leadership and Management may choose to transfer into Fanshawe's Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Management) degree program after completing the bridging requirements.
Test | Score |
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TOEFL iBT | 79 |
IELTS Academic | Overall score of 6.0 with no score less than 5.5 in any of the four bands |
CAEL | Overall score of 60 with no score less than 50 in any of the four bands. score of 80 in listening |
PTE Academic | 53 |
Cambridge English | Overall score of 169 with no language skill less than 162 |
ESL4/GAP5 | Minimum grade of 80% in Level 8, 75% in Level 9, or 70% in Level 10 |
Duolingo | Overall score of 105, with no score lower than 95 |
Level 1 | ||||
Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
ACCT-1100 | Principles of Accounting 1 | 3 | ||
This course introduces the student to the Principles of Accounting, and includes an exploration of the underlying concepts that guide the preparation of accounts for individuals and organizations. It is designed to teach the student, regardless of program destination, an essential life skill - an understanding of Net Worth, and its importance to business success and the financial well being of the individual. | ||||
MATH-1052 | Business Math | 3 | ||
This course provides a review of basic arithmetic and algebra as well as providing students with mathematical tools and concepts needed for other college courses and in future employment. This course is to prepare students for later courses in Marketing, Business, Financial Planning, Accounting, Purchasing and Insurance. | ||||
BUSI-1060 | Strategies for Success | 1 | ||
This course presents and helps to develop some of the skills required to achieve academic and career success. Areas of focus include college resources, study skills, time management, academic integrity, emotional self-awareness and social skills development. Additionally, emphasis is placed on career readiness and preparation. | ||||
WRIT-1032 | Reason & Writing Business 1 | 3 | ||
This course will introduce business students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
MKTG-1012 | Principles of Marketing 1 | 3 | ||
This course is designed to provide an overview of the decisions that face Marketers in today's fast-paced and competitive business environment. Students will learn that marketing is not only advertising but a broad set of activities designed to satisfy consumer needs and wants. Students examine the information Marketers require for effective decision-making and learn the basic elements of the marketing planning process. | ||||
BUSI-1005 | Introduction to Business Processes | 3 | ||
This course explores the various functional areas of business in Canada and demonstrates the interrelationship among these areas. Students are introduced to many concepts, including major business trends, the role of government in business, marketing, operations, employee-management issues, financial resources management, business ethics and social responsibility. |
*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.