Diploma in Business Administration - Human Resources (Co-op Optional)

at Bow Valley College Canada

Through a variety of delivery options, you can earn a Bow Valley College/Government of Alberta Health Care Aide Certificate. 

The Health Care Aide Certificate is available in three delivery options:

• Full-time, on-campus study over a eight-month period.
• Part-Time,online and on-campus over a five term period. 
• Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR): you may be eligible to challenge the courses in the Health Care Aide (HCA) program if you have work experience as a health care aide or caregiver and wish to meet provincial health care aide certification requirements. 

This program focuses on developing the core skills needed to care for individuals with various health care needs. Topics include personal care, assisting with mobility and nutrition, communication, assisting with medication delivery, and clinical skills. 

The students of the program are taught to support the individuals, the families and the communities dealing with addiction. The program lasts for eight months and helps the students develop the skills to support the negative behavior related to addiction. The curriculum involves classroom discussions and projects, and the focus is placed on learning to identify and manage addictions. 

The students who are registered in the full-time Addiction Studies Certificate program have to write the Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES) assessment in their first semester.

The Business Administration Certificate examines general business concepts and focuses on developing introductory skills in accounting principles, management, organizational behaviour, and marketing. With a well-rounded business education, learners can apply their knowledge and skills to a variety of industries. Graduates are qualified for entry level positions in the areas of accounting, office administration, retail services, marketing, and sales. 

The Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant diploma program prepares students to work in today's interdisciplinary health-care system. This program will provide students with a strong occupational and physical therapy assistant background and incorporate essential assistant-level skills in speech-language pathology and therapeutic recreation. Equipped with skills in these four rehabilitation disciplines, students will be prepared to meet industry demand and work in a specific rehabilitation discipline or in an interdisciplinary role.

Every business exports and imports goods and services. Supply chain management professionals determine the best combinations of outsourcing and procurement. In this major, you'll learn the various aspects of business operations including procurement, logistics and transportation, supplier relations, and inventory management. With this knowledge, you can contribute to the operational efficiency of a company. 

Time commitment

• This is a two-year (four terms) diploma program. A full course load is five courses per term. Students may elect to take fewer courses each term, however, it will take longer to complete the program.

Learning options

• The program consists of core business courses and major-specific courses. Core courses are available both in-class and online. All major courses are available in-class with only some courses available online.

Co-operative Education Program (Optional)

• Co-op provides eligible Business Administration Diploma students with an opportunity to gain work-related experience for one term through an assisted job search. Co-op offers students relevant experience to boost employment opportunities, develop professional skills and experience, network with employers, and earn money.  
• The Co-op Work Term process aligns with the competitive nature of job search. To be accepted into the Co-op Program, applicants must meet all eligibility criteria and follow the application process. Candidates are responsible for demonstrating a high level of professional and program expectations. Not all students accepted into the Co-op Program are guaranteed a Co-op Work Term position. 

University Transfer (Supply Chain Specific)

• Transferability is available towards SAIT's Bachelor of Business Administration degree, Supply Chain Management major (upon acceptance by SAIT).

The Child and Youth Care Diploma offered at Bow Valley College are suited for the students who wish to work toward the social and emotional wellbeing of the youth and young people by working in community, educational, organizational and familial settings. The program prepares the students to work with the youth and children undergoing emotional and behavioral changes. They also assist learners in understanding the scope of Child and Youth Care Counselors, including how to make therapeutic relationships to foster healthy children, youth and families, within their life-space.

On the completion of their graduation, the students can find themselves working in residential settings, community centers, schools, programs for street-involved youth, addiction services, parent-child education settings, etc.

As a financial professional, this program prepares you in the areas of financial planning, principles and industry standards, financial products and services, tax and legal implications, managing risks, and building customer service expertise. Graduates typically find employment in financial institutions, entering positions such as customer service representative; banking, credit or other investment management positions; finance and insurance clerks; insurance and real estate clerks; supervisors in sales and services; or investment professionals.

Time commitment

• This is a two-year (four term) diploma program. A full course load is five courses per term. Students may elect to take fewer courses each term; however, it will take longer to complete the program.

Learning options

• The Business Administration diploma program consists of core business courses and major specific courses. Core courses are available both in class and online. All major courses are available in class with only some courses available online.

Co-operative Education Program (Optional)

• Co-op provides eligible Business Administration Diploma students with an opportunity to gain work-related experience for one term through an assisted job search. Co-op offers students relevant experience to boost employment opportunities, develop professional skills and experience, network with employers, and earn money.  
• The Co-op Work Term process aligns with the competitive nature of job search. To be accepted into the Co-op Program, applicants must meet all eligibility criteria and follow the application process. Candidates are responsible for demonstrating a high level of professional and program expectations. Not all students accepted into the Co-op Program are guaranteed a Co-op Work Term position. 

The role of the administrative assistant is changing and growing. Get the practical skills and knowledge to take on many responsibilities in an office. Learn software applications, keyboarding, administrative procedures, and communications. As well, build interpersonal skills to be a more effective and skilled member in any office environment.

Graduates will gain a fully integrated marketing and communications approach that effectively evaluates, plans, and implements an organization’s promotional activities and business objectives. This major focuses on a digital and omnichannel world where shifting media consumption trends, global digital networks, and rapid growth of mobile communications has resulted in a need for marketing and communications professionals who can create cohesive and compelling brand messages that engage consumers while building brand equity. 

Time commitment

• This is a two year (four term) diploma program. A full course load is five courses per term. Students may elect to take fewer courses each term; however it will take longer to complete the program.

Learning Options

• The Business Administration diploma program consists of core business courses and major specific courses to develop industry specific skills. Core courses are available both in class and online. All major courses are available in class with only some courses available online.  

Co-operative Education Program (Optional)

• Co-op provides eligible Business Administration Diploma students with an opportunity to gain work-related experience for one term through an assisted job search. Co-op offers students relevant experience to boost employment opportunities, develop professional skills and experience, network with employers, and earn money.  
• The Co-op Work Term process aligns with the competitive nature of job search. To be accepted into the Co-op Program, applicants must meet all eligibility criteria and follow the application process. Candidates are responsible for demonstrating a high level of professional and program expectations. Not all students accepted into the Co-op Program are guaranteed a Co-op Work Term position.

Enhance your prior post-secondary education with new skills. This post-diploma certificate prepares you for a career in software development, computer applications development, database management, and mobile development. Gain the tools you need to analyze and design solutions for business and consumer applications, including coding principles, systems analysis, and more. You'll be ready for a rewarding career in software development in many possible industries.

This program will be delivered in flexible learning spaces. A laptop computer with course-applicable software will be required (specifications below).

• Intel quad core CPU (i5 or i7)
• 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)
• 13 inch 1080p screen (15 inches recommended)
• a dedicated graphics card with 2GB of VRam
• 128GB solid state hard drive (256GB recommended)
• a portable hard drive (for data backup)
• Windows 10