Post secondary program Pre-Business

Centennial College´s Pre-Business program will help you to discover your path in the business world. If you are looking to enter a program within The Business School, but may not currently meet the admission requirements, you may apply directly to this business certificate program, or it may be offered to you as a recommended alternative.

During this two-semester Centennial College Pre-Business program, you will work to build your fundamental business skills while exploring your career and educational options. As such, you will complete courses in:

Communications
Mathematics
Microsoft Office
Canadian and international business practices
Strategies for business success
A supportive learning environment in small classes, with additional advising opportunities to learn about potential pathways for future success, will ensure you are prepared for further education.

Upon successful completion of the Pre-Business program, you will be eligible to transfer, with credits, to a diploma or advanced diploma program within The Business School. Among these programs are Accounting, Marketing, Business, Supply Chair and Operations, International Business and more. Additionally, you will be prepared to take your newly acquired skills to entry-level positions in the workplace.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent

Start Date:Fall, Winter, Summer

Semester 1
Accounting Fundamentals 1
Strategies for Business Success
Canadian and International Business Fundamentals 1
Developing College Communication Skills
Applied Business Software 1
Mathematics of Finance I - E

Semester 2
Accounting Fundamentals 2
Canadian and International Business Fundamentals 2
Employment and Careers
Essential English Skills
General Education Elective
Mathematics of Finance II

Transfer to a Business diploma program
Transfer to an advanced diploma Business program
Preparation for a Business certificate program
Customer service representative
Business assistant
Service supervisor
Entrepreneur