Business - Management and Entrepreneurship (Co-op) at Algonquin College - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-07-31

Program overview

Program Overview

The Business - Management and Entrepreneurship Ontario College Diploma program is a two-year course designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills for a successful career in management or ownership of small to medium-sized enterprises. This program emphasizes business trends, entrepreneurial mindset development, and innovation in a digital economy. Students will explore their creativity and strategic thinking through hands-on projects tailored to their interests, learning how to develop business ideas, create business models, and manage resources effectively.

Program Structure

The Business - Management and Entrepreneurship program spans a total of two years and is structured as follows:

Students complete Levels 01 and 02 in Year One.
A mandatory one-semester break follows Year One.
Levels 03 and 04 are completed in Year Two.

This program also offers a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term, providing students with real-world experience. However, co-op placements are subject to availability and academic eligibility, and admission to the co-op program does not guarantee a placement.

Featured Experiences

Access to the Discovery, Applied Research and Entrepreneurship (DARE) District and an entrepreneurship and innovation centre.
Hands-on learning opportunities through activities like the AC Market, B-ME Grill, and Wolves Den.
Partnership with Shopify, offering free access to a world-class e-commerce platform for business creation during studies.
Multiple team-based projects, including the creation of an online store and a comprehensive business plan presentation.

Career Options

Graduates of the Business - Management and Entrepreneurship program can pursue various career paths in Canada, including:

eCommerce Specialist: Manage online sales platforms and develop strategies to enhance online customer engagement.
Marketing Coordinator: Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns to promote products and services.
Retail Manager: Oversee daily operations of retail stores, ensuring customer satisfaction and sales targets are met.
Social Media Manager: Create and manage content across social media platforms to build brand awareness and engage with customers.
Business Consultant: Provide expert advice to businesses on improving efficiency, profitability, and market reach.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-07-31

Program overview

Academic Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

College Eligibility:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR
Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee will be charged.

Program Eligibility:

English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 60% or higher.
Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
Biology Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher; OR Chemistry Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher; OR Physics Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
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).
Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Important Notes:

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry or Physics.
Students are advised to apply as soon as possible.

Language Requirements

For international students applying to programs at Algonquin College, the following English language proficiency tests are accepted:

IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band
TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20;
Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 110, minimum of 110 in Literacy and no score below 95.

Applicants can be exempt from taking a test or the EAP Program if they meet any of the conditions listed on the website. Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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Last updated on 2025-12-06

Program overview

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