Ontario College Diploma in Business
Start Dates:
September 2018
January 2019
Fleming's flexible Business program offers a wide variety of business and related courses so you can discover and explore your personal career goals.
Program Highlights
In this program you will learn the essential business and communication skills and to be successful in your career. Graduates of this program can start in an entry level position right away or go on to further studies. This two-year Business diploma program provides:
- First-hand exposure to the business world
- Direct business experience from real world work placements, simulation scenarios using the latest business industry software, case studies, as well as from classroom, group, and independent studies
- Courses include financial management, communications, marketing, business, math, developing business plans, human resources and operations management
- A fast-track option--start in January and you can study straight through the summer to complete your diploma faster and graduate sooner
- flexibility--you can transfer to one of our business specialty diplomas after second semester
* Students starting in January are required to attend classes over the summer semester.
Work Experience
Put your studies to work. As part of your program, you will complete a minimum of 70 hours of field placement. Work placement provides an opportunity to gain actual real- world experience while you complete your studies. You'll arrange mandatory work placement with the support of your program co-ordinator. This experience in a business or industry will also provide you with valuable contacts and a network for future employment.
Career Opportunities
Choose the career direction you want to pursue with your Business diploma. With your understanding of key business functions, you will be a good candidate for many different entry-level positions or to take on an entrepreneurial role. For example:
- Business analyst
- Manufacturing and wholesaling
- Retail managers
- Government and non-profit institutions
- Customer service representative
- Banking
- Marketing coordinator
- Corporate sales representatives
Mature Students
If you are 19 years of age or older before classes start, and you do not possess an OSSD, you can write the Canadian Adult Achievement Test to assess your eligibility for admission. Additional testing or academic upgrading may be necessary to meet specific course requirements for entry to this program.
Related Programs
If you decide part-way through your program, that you really want to specialize in a specific business area, you can easily switch to another business program of your choice without loss of credits.
Additional Costs
Approximately $1,000 per year for books and supplies.
Minimum Admission Requirements
Students applying to Business must meet the following requirements:
- OSSD including Gr 12 C English and Gr 11 C Math
OSSD with majority of courses at College (C ) or Open (O) unless otherwise stated.
Grade 12 C courses will be accepted where Gr 11 C course requirements are listed.
Where College level courses are listed, U and M courses will be accepted.
Two Gr 11 courses will be accepted in lieu of a Gr 12 course requirement.
Recommended (but not required for admission)
- Gr 12 C Math
Tuition Detail
Tuition and ancillary fees are subject to change without notice. The fees presented below reflect Fall start programs only for the current academic year. For details about the fee differences for other program start dates please refer to the Tuition Details chart below.
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Domestic Students
| Semester 1 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Health Plan | $248.50 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| Integrated Transportation Fee | $365.00 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Assistance (Tuition) | $121.79 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Tuition | $1,311.97 |
| Total | $2,568.31 |
| Semester 2 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Assistance (Tuition) | $121.79 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Tuition | $1,311.97 |
| Total | $2,390.81 |
| Semester 3 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Health Plan | $248.50 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| Integrated Transportation Fee | $365.00 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Assistance (Tuition) | $121.79 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Tuition | $1,311.97 |
| Total | $2,568.31 |
| Semester 4 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Assistance (Tuition) | $121.79 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Tuition | $1,311.97 |
| Total | $2,390.81 |
The fees above are for the current academic year for domestic students. Please note that the fees reflect the Health Plan and Integrated Transportation (Sutherland Programs only) charges for the fall entry point. These charges are applied up front and provide service coverage for a full year September to August. The charges for the winter and spring terms are as follows:
| Health Plan | Intergrated Transportation | Coverage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | $180.50 | $255.50 | January to August |
| Spring | $129.50 | $142.35 | January to August |
International Students
| Semester 1 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| Integrated Transportation Fee | $365.00 |
| International Education Fee (Tuition) | $1,800.00 |
| International Health Plan | $704.58 |
| International Tuition | $4,975.00 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Total | $8,365.63 |
| Semester 2 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| International Education Fee (Tuition) | $1,800.00 |
| International Tuition | $4,975.00 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Total | $8,197.37 |
| Semester 3 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| Integrated Transportation Fee | $365.00 |
| International Education Fee (Tuition) | $1,800.00 |
| International Health Plan | $704.58 |
| International Tuition | $4,975.00 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Total | $8,365.63 |
| Semester 4 | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $14.33 |
| Information Technology Fee | $97.85 |
| International Education Fee (Tuition) | $1,800.00 |
| International Tuition | $4,975.00 |
| Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre | $85.83 |
| Student Activity Fee | $91.50 |
| Student Administrative Council Transition Fee | $3.50 |
| Student Athletic Fee | $52.02 |
| Student Building Fee | $42.00 |
| Student Centre Renovation Fund | $40.00 |
| Student Services Support Fee | $94.02 |
| Total | $8,197.37 |
The fees above are for the current academic year for international students. Please note that the fees reflect the Health Plan and Integrated Transportation (Sutherland Programs only) charges for the fall entry point. These charges are applied up front and provide service coverage for a full year September to August. The charges for the winter and spring terms are as follows:
| Health Plan | Intergrated Transportation | Coverage | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | $645.82 | $255.50 | January to August |
| Spring | $263.60 | $142.35 | January to August |
Transfer Agreements
You may be able to use credits obtained at Fleming College to continue your postsecondary education in pursuit of a degree. The articulation and credit transfer agreements with our partner institutions are summarized below.
Algoma University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.
For more information
- Visit the Algoma University website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Athabasca University
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Commerce in e-Commerce
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Commerce in Finance
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Human Resources and Labour Relations (General)
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Management (General)
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Management in Human Resource Management
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Management in Indigenous Nations and Organizations
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Management in Marketing
Requirement
- Successful completion of program
Transfer Credit
- 45 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Athabasca University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Conestoga College
Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business Management
Requirement
- Minimum 70% cumulative average
- Applicants must successfully complete a Conestoga College bridging module consisting of 1-2 online courses during the Spring term (May-August) before beginning Year 2 full-time studies in September.
Transfer Credit
- 12 out of a 45 course degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.
For more information
- Visit the Conestoga College website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
Fanshawe College
Bachelor of Commerce in Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA
- Successful completion of Bridging courses
Transfer Credit
- 4th semester standing in a 8 semester program;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.
For more information
- Visit the Fanshawe College website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
Griffith University
Requirement
- Minimum 65% cumulative average
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd out of a 6 semester program
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Griffith University website for further articulation and program information.
Humber College
Requirement
- Minimum 75% cumulative average
- Must possess ENG4U or equivalent with a grade of 70%
- Must possess grade 12U mathematics or equivalent with a grade of 70%
Transfer Credit
- 30 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.
For more information
- Visit the Humber College website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
Laurentian University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Requirement
- Minimum 70% cumulative average
Transfer Credit
- 57 out of a 120 credit degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.
For more information
- Visit the Laurentian University website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
Robert Gordon University
Bachelor of Arts in Events Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Arts in International Business Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Arts in International Hospitality Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Arts in International Tourism Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Arts in Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Arts in Management with Human Resource Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Suitable reference from a Fleming College program faculty member
- Where the applicant's first language is not English, satisfactory evidence that the student meets the general English language requirements
- Must be eligible to obtain the requisite visa to enter the United Kingdom
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply please see the KOM Consultants website.
For more information
- Visit the Robert Gordon University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Royal Roads University
Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainability and International Business
Requirement
- Minimum B cumulative average
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Royal Roads University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurial Management
Requirement
- Minimum B cumulative average
Transfer Credit
- Entry into 3rd year studies;
Visit articulation agreement for details
To apply contact the institution's Admissions Office
For more information
- Visit the Royal Roads University website for further articulation and program information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Seneca College
Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Successful complete of Bridge program
Transfer Credit
- 22 of a 45 course degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.
For more information
- Visit the Seneca College website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
- See the official articulation agreement
Sheridan College
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
Transfer Credit
- 13 out of a 42 course degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.
For more information
- Visit the Sheridan College website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
Transfer Credit
- 10 out of a 42 course degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.
For more information
- Visit the Sheridan College website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
Bachelor of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
Transfer Credit
- Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Colleges website.
For more information
- Visit the Sheridan College website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
University of Windsor
Bachelor of Commerce in Business Administration
Requirement
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Remedial course in mathematics may be necessary in order for transfer students to pursue the first-year mathematics course required
Transfer Credit
- 5 out of a 20 credit degree;
Visit ONTransfer.ca for further details
To apply please see the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) website.
For more information
- Visit the University of Windsor website for further articulation and program information.
- Visit the ONTransfer.ca website for agreement information.
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