College Diploma - Business - Entrepreneurship (co-op) (ENTC) at Georgian College - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-05-27

Program overview

Program Overview

The Business – Entrepreneurship program at Georgian College is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs and those looking to innovate within established businesses. This program provides students with a solid foundation in business principles while emphasizing hands-on experience through a co-op component. Students will develop essential skills in areas such as entrepreneurial thinking, market research, and financial literacy. The program aims to prepare students to either start their own business or take on significant roles within existing organizations. With a focus on practical learning, students will also have opportunities to connect with industry mentors, enhancing their educational experience.

Program Structure

The Business – Entrepreneurship program is a full-time course that spans a duration of 2 years. The program is delivered in person, allowing for direct interaction with instructors and peers. Key features of the program structure include:

Comprehensive curriculum covering essential business concepts and practices.
Incorporation of a co-op work term, providing valuable real-world experience.
Focus on entrepreneurial skills, including ideation and design thinking.
Opportunities for networking with industry professionals and mentors.

This program is particularly suitable for students aiming to enter family businesses, start their own ventures, or become intrapreneurs within larger corporations. The experiential learning component culminates in the development and presentation of a complete business plan for a new enterprise.

Featured Experiences

Co-op Work Term: Gain practical experience in a workplace related to your field of study.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry and entrepreneurial mentors to enhance your learning.
Hands-on Learning: Engage in projects that involve real-world business challenges.
Business Plan Development: Research, develop, and present a complete business plan as a key outcome of the program.

Career Options

Graduates of the Business – Entrepreneurship program have a wide array of career opportunities available to them in Canada. Potential job roles include:

Business Owner: Start and manage your own business, making key decisions on operations and strategy.
Business Operator: Oversee daily operations of a business, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
Manager: Lead teams and manage resources within an organization to achieve business goals.
Business Analyst: Analyze business processes and data to provide insights and recommendations for improvement.
Intrapreneur: Innovate and drive new projects within an established company, acting like an entrepreneur within the organization.

With a strong foundation in entrepreneurship, graduates are well-equipped to pursue various roles in private, public, or not-for-profit sectors, making their mark in the business world.

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 2025-05-27

Program overview

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Business – Entrepreneurship (co-op) program at Georgian College, students must meet the following Academic Requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.
Grade 12 English (C or U).
Any Grade 11 or 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U).
A minimum of 60% in Grade 11 College or University level Mathematics (MBF3C or MCF3M).

Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details, please refer to the academic regulations.

Graduates with a minimum GPA of 70 percent can receive credits toward the Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Management and Leadership) degree program at Georgian College.

For international students, it is advisable to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding the application process.

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Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure their place in the program.

English language proficiency

The language of instruction at Georgian College is English. In addition to the academic Academic Requirements, all applicants for whom English is not their first language and/or are coming from countries where English is not an official language, must provide proof of language proficiency.

Applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria to meet Georgian’s language proficiency requirements:

Must have completed three full years of study at the secondary school (high school) level in English in a country where English is a primary language (four years are required for BScN, Pharmacy Technician and Addictions: Treatment and Prevention. Study must be in Canada only for Pharmacy Technician) OR
Must have completed one full year of study in an accredited postsecondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language (not applicable to BScN, Pharmacy Technician and Addictions: Treatment and Prevention) OR
Must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) and English credit (Grade 12 U, M or C) issued by a public or Catholic school board (not applicable to BScN, Pharmacy Technician and Addictions: Treatment and Prevention) OR
Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized Georgian College partner school pathway programs (not applicable to BScN or Pharmacy Technician) OR
Must have completed three years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 U, M or C)

Acceptable language tests include, but are not limited to:

Examinations	Diploma/certificate	HBSN/ HBNA	Pharmacy Technician	Degree studies	Graduate certificate
Duolingo Language Test*	110	140	N/A	120	130
TOEFL internet-based test (IBT)	79	89**	N/A	89**	89**
TOEFL paper-based test	550	580	N/A	580	580
IELTS Academic only	6.0	7.0	Minimum bands of: 7.0 in Reading, 7.0 in Listening, 7.0 in Speaking, 6.5 in Writing	6.5	6.5
YELT	1-5	1-4	N/A	1-5	1-5
TOEIC (Public Test)	800	N/A	N/A	850	850
Graduate of Level 8 of Georgian’s GAAS – English for Academic Purposes	60% in certificate or completion of level 8 with 70% or higher	N/A	N/A	Completion of Level 8 with 75% or higher	Completion of Level 8 with 80% or higher
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL)/CAEL Online	60	N/A	N/A	60***	60***
Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE)	58	N/A	N/A	61	61
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)	170	N/A	N/A	175	175

* Duolingo will forward your test results directly to Georgian College.

** Require minimum bands of 22 in writing and 22 in speaking

*** Minimum bands of 50

Note: Georgian’s Pharmacy Technician program is accredited by the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP). CCAPP ensures that all accredited colleges meet the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) language proficiency.

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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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