Ottawa Valley (Pembroke)

Our Program

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program delivered in a compressed format over 45 weeks emphasizes the overall function of a business and how its success is the result of all areas and departments, such as finance, marketing, operations and human resources. Students learn the essential business skills of communication, customer-service, information technology, teamwork, problem solving and task-management. In addition, the program exposes students to the importance of ethics, demeanour and the professional practices that contribute to an individual's success in business. The curriculum covers all aspects of establishing, managing and operating both private and public organizations including accounting, management, marketing, entrepreneurship and business finance. Students use case work to support their learning, work on a variety of business-related projects, prepare proposals and complete a professional business plan that can serve as the blueprint for an actual business.

Qualified students can participate in a summer work cooperative placement. Students gain real-world work experience and an opportunity to network and make contacts in the industry. Students return for the last academic term with experience and insight that helps them succeed in the final semester courses.



This is a mobile learning program which engages students in a collaborative, mlearning environment which helps them become skilled, confident users of the technology they are expected to use in the workplace. Students are required to supply and use a laptop computer that meets minimum hardware and software specifications as outlined at http://mlearning.algonquincollege.com . Computers and supplies can be purchased directly from Algonquin's New Technology Store at educational rates.



SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Are well-organized and can work effectively under tight time constraints.
• Want to start a small business or use their entrepreneurial spirit to manage an existing business.
• Are team-oriented and enjoy working with others.
• Like using computer and technology applications and enjoy working in an office environment.

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Your Career

Graduates of Business programs may work in a broad range of employment settings in all sectors of business and industry, both domestic and
international, including manufacturers, retailers, medical facilities, financial institutions, government offices, consulting firms, and other large and small businesses. As this program is general in nature, it is designed to offer the widest possible choice of career opportunities upon graduation.
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Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with online learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

Level: 01		Hours
ACC7301	Accounting I This course provides an introduction to financial accounting. Emphasis is on what accounting information is, understanding the accounting cycle, recording transactions, and the preparation and analysis of financial statements.	45.0
DAT7321	Microcomputer Applications In this introductory course, students perform simple operating system commands and produce a variety of business documents using operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets and slide show software. Email, the Internet and Blackboard, an electronic learning environment, are used to facilitate the learning.	45.0
ENL7777	Communications I Communication remains an essential skill sought by employers, regardless of discipline or field of study. Using a practical, vocation-oriented approach, students focus on meeting the requirements of effective communication. Through a combination of lectures, exercises, and independent learning, students practise writing, speaking, reading, listening, locating and documenting information, and using technology to communicate professionally. Students develop and strengthen communication skills that contribute to success in both educational and workplace environments.	45.0
GED7105	Professionalism and Ethics Professionalism and ethics are the foundation for those preparing for leadership roles in the workplace, community and educational settings. By exploring the different facets of leadership theory and ethical dilemmas, students develop decision making, judgment, and personal value positions that form the basis for the examination of professional conduct and personal accountability.	45.0
MAT7603	Introduction to Business Math This course provides students with the mathematical skills necessary to be successful in other business courses. This course stresses algebra skills, with emphasis on formula manipulation and graphing.	45.0
MGT7311	Entrepreneurship and Small Business This course prepares students for a world of rapid and significant change by reviewing the role, characteristics and practices of entrepreneurship and skills it demands. This course ensures that students understand the importance of entrepreneurship in the establishment and successful operation of businesses and assists students to identify useful entrepreneurship skills to develop new business opportunities. This course sets the learning climate for the Business program.	60.0
MKT7321	Marketing and New Media Digital media has changed how marketing is created, delivered and consumed. This course provides specific tools and strategies to leverage new media avenues. Web-based applications, social networks, brand creation and customer relationship management are addressed. Digital imaging, video and audio material are applied to a variety of media.	45.0
WKT7100	Employment Preparation This course prepares students to find employment in their field of study. Resume preparation, cover letters, job search techniques and interview skills are covered. Students learn the proper etiquette, conduct and attitude necessary to be successful in their chosen career. The co-op component of the program (optional in some programs) is also introduced in this course and is considered as a prerequisite to taking the co-op option.	12.0

Level: 02		Hours
ACC7311	Microcomputer Applications in Accounting Students obtain practical experience in using financial accounting software to record transactions and prepare financial statements. Prerequisites: ACC7301	15.0
DAT7325	Computer Applications II In this course, students acquire the knowledge and practical experience necessary to manage data using a relational database management system, as well as advanced use of spreadsheets.	60.0
ECO7200	Economics This course introduces the student to the principles that are essential to an understanding of contemporary economic issues. Emphasis is placed on the use of economic theory to analyze economic developments accurately and objectively. Students examine both micro and macroeconomic issues, the economic problems that society faces and the policy alternatives that governments may use to deal with these problems. The impact of economics on student's civic, working, and personal lives is explored through lectures, discussion and monitoring media coverage of economic events.	45.0
ENL7693	Communication Skills for Business This course helps you develop business communication skills. Topics include business writing style, workplace and employment correspondence, reports, presentations and other communication skills expected in today's workplace. Prerequisites: ENL7777	45.0
MAT7706	Business Mathematics I This course develops the mathematical skills necessary for all other business courses. Students apply intermediate algebraic operations to business problems.	60.0
MGT7222	Management This course introduces the student to the development and principles of modern management practices, as well as the roles and functions, the critical tasks and the emerging issues facing today's managers. This course prepares students to be effective problem solvers, strong leaders and valuable decision makers. These are skills that make them an invaluable asset to any business.	60.0
MKT7304	Marketing This course provides students with an understanding of what marketing is, what marketing professionals do, the four "Ps" of marketing (product, price, place, promotion), buyer concerns, needs and motives, product/service selling features, strategic planning, competitive and environmental analysis, marketing strategy and a course teamwork project.	60.0

Co-op: 01		Hours
WKT7102	Cooperative Education Work Term For students who qualify academically and who choose to participate, there is the opportunity to enhance their diploma with an officially recognized co-op designation. This designation is achieved by successfully completing a paid co-op educational employment experience where students have the chance to gain valuable work experience, network and make contacts in the industry, and assess their skills and weaknesses in a real world work environment. Prerequisites: WKT7100

Level: 03		Hours
FIN7230	Finance This course covers the foundation of business finance with emphasis on financial decisions made by owners. Content includes analysis of financial statements, budgeting, present value and cash flow analysis, sources and uses of funds, working capital, debt and equity, finance decision making and financial planning.	45.0
LAW7712	Business Law This course provides the student with a practical framework and heightened sensitivity with respect to the various laws impacting on small business. Emphasis is placed on the student exploring first hand legal issues arising from contracts, employment relationships and the workplace, negligence, competition, human rights, business structures, taxation and municipal ordinances. Related issues with respect to Risk Management are also explored. Upon completion of the course, the student has a practical understanding of the various legal and risk related issues involved in operating a small business.	45.0
MGT7321	Materials and Operations Management This course examines topics in operations management. Students completing this course gain an in-depth knowledge of the responsibilities and current tools of operations for managers in manufacturing and project management and non-manufacturing. Coverage includes inventory management, quality management, production planning and project management.	45.0
MGT7332	Business Planning This course is designed to culminate much of the student's prior learning through the development of a comprehensive business plan. In preparing their business plan, the student is expected to apply business concepts and tools learned from many of the topics of study in the Business program, including entrepreneurship, finance, marketing, management, accounting, communications and business law. The course allows the student to research, plan and prepare a professional business plan used for establishing and operating a small business. Prerequisites: MGT7311 and MKT7304	45.0
MGT7335	Professional Sales This course is designed to provide students with the skills needed to be successful in today's highly competitive business sales and commerce environment. Students gain excellence in retail sales and customer service strategies and processes. This course provides students with an understanding of customer relations and personal selling, new sales technologies and professionalism in the sale of goods, services and ideas.	60.0

Choose one from equivalencies:		Hours
GED1306	General Education Elective Students choose one course, from a group of general education electives, which meets one of the following five theme requirements: Arts in Society, Civic Life, Social and Cultural Understanding, Personal Understanding, and Science and Technology. Equivalencies: ARC9001 or ENL7643 or ENV0002 or FAM1218 or FIN2300 or GED1896 or GED5002 or GED5004 or GED5005 or GED5006 or GED5009 or GED5200 or GED5300 or GED6022 or GEN1957 or GEN2000 or GEN2003 or GEN2007 or GEN2009 or HIS0001 or HIS2000 or HOS2228 or LIB1982 or MVM8800 or PSI1702 or RAD2001 or SOC2003 or PSI0003	45.0

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Fees & Expenses

Approximate Program Costs

Tuition/Fees: $ 6,302
Books/Supplies: $ 1,800
Incidental Fees: $ 0
Total: $ 8,102



Tuition Fees listed are in effect for the 2011-2012 academic year.

Tuition Fees: $1,612.40 per term.

Information Technology Fee: $62 per term. *

Mobile Computing Fee: $150 per term. **

Student Activity/Sports Fee: $190.50 per term.

Student Centre Building Fee: $17.50 per term.

Health Service Fee: $10 per term.

Health Plan Fee: $114.50 paid once annually. ***

A $35 graduation fee is payable in the final term.

A $25 transcript fee is payable in the first term a student attends Algonquin College.

International Students pay all relevant Canadian fees plus an International Premium of $4,400 per term.

* Students paying the Information Technology fee are provided with a network account, an email address, and Internet access. For more information please visit our website at algonquincollege.com/its/services/it_fee.htm

** The Mobile Computing Fee covers the costs associated with providing various services to students registered in mandatory laptop programs.

*** Students who have coverage with another plan can request a refund by supplying the Students' Association with documentation supporting the request. This request will have to be made annually.

Co-op Fee: $465 payable in two installments in the term preceding each work term. The first installment of $100 is payable at the time of registration for co-op and is non-refundable. The second installment of $365 is payable on the standard fees due date. Students on a co-op work term will pay 10% of the Student Activity and Building Fees. Co-op students on work term in the Fall will pay the Health Plan Fee.

Books and supplies cost approximately $600 per term and can be purchased in the campus bookstore.

As this is a mandatory laptop program, you are required to own a laptop computer that meets minimum hardware and program software specifications. These specifications can be found on our website at
algonquincollege.com/its/laptop/ You may purchase a new laptop from a vendor of your choice but we recommend you check Algonquin College's Technology Store which offers laptops and software at very competitive prices.

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Admission Requirements  2012/20132011/2012

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Application Information

Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

ontariocolleges.ca
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario
N1G 5J3
1-888-892-2228

Students currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school should contact their Guidance Office to apply. For all other applicants, applications are available online at ontariocolleges.ca. A $95 fee applies.

Applications for Fall Term, Winter Term and Spring Term admission received by February 1 will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

International applicants applying from out-of-country can obtain the
International Student Application Form at
https://xweb.algonquincollege.com/FormIE/index.aspx or by contacting the Registrar's Office.

For further information on the admissions process, contact:

Registrar's Office
Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley
315 Pembroke Street East
Pembroke, ON K8A 3K2
Telephone: 613-735-4700 ext. 2708
Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723

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Additional Information

Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley has successfully delivered the Business diploma for many years. As of August 2007, students have an option of
participating in a 385-hour co-op to gain some real-world work experience. The delivery of the diploma is still in a condensed form in a wireless laptop environment and students graduate after 16 months, of which four are
designated for the co-op experience. According to employers this gives Business students a strong competitive advantage after graduating.

For more information please Kim Drake, Program Coordinator, at 613-735-4700 ext. 2769 or drakek@algonquincollege.com.

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