Business Programs for International Students in Canada

Conestoga College launches new and exciting business programs for 2023 intakes.

Starting your journey as an international student in Canada requires a lot of planning, so starting your research early is crucial. Familiarizing yourself with the current trends will help you pick the career path most suited to you.

There’s a high demand for young professionals in Canada — especially in the business sector. To meet this growing demand, Conestoga College is introducing some exciting academic programs, including an honours degree in communication management, and graduate certificates focusing on leadership, entrepreneurship, accounting, and management.

If you see yourself in any leadership, accounting, marketing, or strategic role, then pursuing a career in business could be the right fit for you. More importantly, taking a business program gives you a solid foundation with the skills needed to compete successfully in today's global economy, no matter what profession you choose.

Check out our new business programs below:

1. Esports Marketing & Event Management

Program info: 1-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate

With the Esports industry growing exponentially over the past decade, there is a large demand for professionals specifically in the areas of sponsorship, branding, and managing large scale events. The Esports Marketing & Event Management program prepares you to enter a thrilling career in Esports marketing and event planning. You’ll learn all aspects of planning and launching Esports events, including sponsorship, promotion, sales, and marketing.

2. Honours Bachelor of Communications Management

Program info: 4-year Degree Program with two four-month co-op placements

The Honours Bachelor of Communications Management is a degree credential that emphasizes strategic thinking, good business judgement, and communications management. You’ll have opportunities to work and network with real clients through experiential learning opportunities. You’ll graduate with the critical thinking skills and the practical experience required to manage reputations, responses, and relationships on behalf of your organization.

3. Management & Leadership Development

Program info: 1-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate

The Management & Leadership Development program will prepare you with well-rounded management skills and leadership competencies in various business contexts. The curriculum aligns with U.N.’s PRME initiative and Sustainable Development Goals. You’ll learn cutting-edge practices to manage remote, hybrid, and global teams effectively.

4. Business Management — Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Program info: 1-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate

The Business Management — Entrepreneurship & Innovation program appeals to students interested in becoming a founder of a company; a corporate innovator; or part of a high-growth, entrepreneurial team. You’ll learn the skills, tools, and mindset necessary to succeed in the world of entrepreneurship and innovation.

5. Professional Accounting Practice

Program info: 1-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate

Graduates of the Professional Accounting Practice program will be eligible to enter the PEP phase of the CPA pathway, provided they meet the criteria set up by CPA Ontario. Following the PEP phase, as a graduate of this program, you have the option to complete the remaining courses with CPA (Capstone I and II) and then write the Common Final Exam (CFE).

Our one piece of advice for students planning on starting their educational journey in Canada? Don't keep waiting for the right moment. Take the next step!

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