University Diploma in Business Management

About

The two-year Business Management Diploma will prepare program graduates for entry-level management positions. The program's foundation courses provide an understanding of the basic skills and techniques required to be effective in today's business environment. Graduates will take specialized courses in management essentials, human resources management, business law, negotiations, operations management, enterprise development, business planning and international business. The program emphasizes real world business applications of key management concepts. Classes are exciting, practical and participatory. The program is accredited by the Canadian Institute of Management, Canada's senior management association. Their CIM (Certified in Management) designation is a nationally-recognized benchmark in professional management. Graduates of KPU's Business Management Diploma can apply for their CIM designation with no additional coursework required. They may include a combination of lectures, exercises, case studies, in-class assignments, projects, student presentations, group work, role-play, structured simulations, field trips and guest speakers. he Business Management Diploma is designed to prepare students for entry-level management positions in both private and public sector organizations. 

Career Path 

Graduates find employment in entry-level management positions in both the private and public sectors, including manufacturing, service, profit, and nonprofit organizations. Careers include Executive Assistant, Office Manager, Administrative Coordinator, Business Development Assistant, Sales Representative, Social Media Coordinator, Marketing Assistant, Customer Service Supervisor, Retail Manager, Operations Support Specialist, Accounts Clerk, Payroll Assistant, Billing Coordinator, Financial Services Assistant, Bookkeeping Support Technician, HR Assistant, Recruitment Coordinator, Training Support Officer, Employee Relations Clerk, Onboarding Specialist.