Diploma in Fashion Business and Management

at Centennial College - Progress Campus Canada

If you dream of global business ventures, Centennial College's Business Administration -International Business program is for you.

This advanced diploma program will cover basic business and specialized international business topics as you prepare for career success in just three years. Among the areas in which this International Business program will help you to gain expertise are:

• International trade law
• International finance
• International sales and negotiation
• International business planning and research
• International marketing
• Corporate social responsibility in international development

The Hospitality - Hotel Operations Management program will offer you business skills and acumen to work in a wide range of areas within this multifaceted industry. Among these areas will be front desk management, housekeeping operations, food and beverage management, and human resources planning.

Industry professionals will lead you through Hotel Operations courses, and to gain hands-on experience, you'll serve guests in The Local Cafe and Restaurant, Centennial's 20,000 sq. ft. Event Centre and four boutique-style guest rooms. You'll also further your knowledge and skills during a 14-week work-integrated learning experience with one of the program's leading industry partners, which will support your learning and development. 

Throughout the program, you'll receive relevant technology-based training and industry certifications, including Smart Serve, Food Handlers and CPR/first aid, which are recognized and sought after by top employers. 

As a graduate of the Hotel Operations Management program, you'll have unlimited career opportunities, responding to guests' needs and providing them with exceptional service and attention to detail. You'll be fully prepared to step into key roles within both the front and back of a hotel, and make an impact on the guest experience.

Picture the look on guests' faces as they walk into the gorgeous lobby of a world-class hotel, are greeted by a helpful concierge, and warmly welcomed to a perfectly-finished guest suite before enjoying a meal and exquisite service in the dining room. All of this is made possible by the hard work and dedication of Hospitality - Hotel Operations Management program grads.

The Electrical Techniques program helps students build the skills required for a career in the electrical industry. Students will gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice in electrical fundamentals. During the program, students can develop the basic skills required to become an electrical apprentice. This program is the first step towards such as a career as a professional tradesperson. Students are also introduced to the fundamental elements of the trade (e.g. regulations and practices).

Centennial College's Culinary Skills program is well-rounded and will take just one year to complete. This college certificate program will emphasize a culinary skills foundation while sourcing local Ontario food products and teaching the art of seasonal cooking.

From industry-leading chef faculty members, you'll learn to prepare exquisite menus and dishes inspired by global food trends and flavours. These dedicated instructors will provide you with the  hands-on training and learning experiences that will ensure you master culinary fundamentals, ingredients, food preparation and all of the other skills required to enter this exciting industry. This training will take place in culinary labs, including Centennial College's cafe, restaurant and event centre. You'll also come to understand that a career in the culinary field is fueled by passion and rewarded through skill development.

Program Highlights

• This Culinary Skills program offers you exclusive experiential learning opportunities in new state-of-the-art kitchens, bake labs, restaurant, a cafe and event centre.
• You learn from instructors who have years of industry experience.
• The hands-on practice in a range of settings ensures you are prepared for multiple facets of the industry.
• Graduates of the Culinary Skills program can transition directly into the Culinary Management diploma program.

The Business program is for students interested in obtaining an education in multiple business disciplines or developing a strong foundation in a functional area of business; are well-organized, can effectively work under tight timelines, problem solve, enjoy collaboration, teamwork and continuous learning; along with using computer applications and working in an office environment.

Students will gain knowledge and skills in contemporary global concepts, theories and business practices that are related to the functional areas of business: accounting, finance, human resources, marketing and operations. To ensure students are ready for the modern business environment, they will learn the new essential business skills of effective communication, ethics, customer service, collaboration and teamwork, using technology to be digitally fluent, demonstrating personal and social responsibility, resiliency, adaptability, along with positive attitudes and behaviours necessary for a global environment.

Electrical Engineering Technology (Fast-Track) program provides a shorter duration pathway for both international and domestic trained Electrical Technicians/Technologists and other related programs to have previous work experience and/or degree credentials assessed to prevent an unnecessary repeat of courses. Rapid changes in the field of electrical engineering technology may also be an incentive for candidates wanting to update their existing knowledge/skills by taking the Electrical Engineering Technology (Fast-Track) program.

Co-op Option
The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete three consecutive work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.

To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in the fourth semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled. When you graduate, your diploma will highlight the co-op credential.

The Computer Systems Technician – Networking program, offered in a two-year delivery format, will allow you to quickly enter the job market.

Facilitated by the School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science, this diploma program will incorporate the latest in computer systems and network technology into its courses to reflect the ever-growing innovations of the digital revolution.

In the applied science program, you'll:

• Delve inside computer hardware and learn the intricacies of operating systems;
• Explore the most up-to-date computer systems and networks technology;
• Learn about computer and network security;
• Assemble and maintain systems that will empower users in creative, business and communication activities.

Centennial College's Software Engineering Technician program will prepare you to work as a software developer. Whether someone wants to balance the books, edit photographs or produce a movie, it wouldn't be possible without software programs. You'll be at the forefront of designing, developing and maintaining the latest software.

During your time in the Software Engineering Technician courses of this college diploma program, you'll acquire solid knowledge of:

• Software engineering methodologies
• Programming languages
• Design and algorithm concepts
• Data management tools

Coursework will emphasize object-oriented software design methodologies, user-oriented interface design, C#, Java, Oracle, MS-SQL Server, Unix/Linux, Microsoft's .NET, HTML5/JavaScript/XML, software testing and QA.

To underscore the applied focus of the curriculum, Software Engineering Technician studies will include a software development project. This real-world business application will require you to make use of all the technical and business skills acquired during your time in the college technology program to build high quality software.

The Paralegal- Court and Tribunal Agent diploma program is intended to provide students with the training required to become licensed paralegals in Ontario pursuant to the requirements of the Law Society Act. Upon completion of this program, students will gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the areas of law in which licensed paralegals may practice. The program emphasizes the development of written and oral advocacy skills in all areas of authorized paralegal practice,  ethics and practice management. In semester four, classroom instruction is enhanced by a field placement in a law-related setting.

The Energy Systems Engineering Technology program at Centennial College will focus on society's changing views of energy and the environment, which are transforming the utility and construction sectors. This advanced diploma program will present  the students with the opportunity to learn how to integrate and use modern sustainable energy technologies in a manner consistent with sub-urban environments.

The courses in this program will teach the students the fundamental skills to understand energy and its uses in modern society. This includes hands-on practice that mimics real-world scenarios. While this applied science program is challenging, it will result in a unique blend of technical, managerial and entrepreneurial skills that modern energy and sustainable building companies are seeking.

Program Highlights

• Applied research and development projects in the Energy Systems Engineering Technology program promote innovation skills.
• The technical curriculum is complemented by project management skills.
• Students will have the opportunity to work on state-of-the-art energy systems labs.
• This program prepares you to implement energy solutions for commercial and residential buildings using knowledge of energy systems, energy efficiency and renewable/distributed energy systems, design, assembly, troubleshooting, building automation systems, develop advanced control systems for energy, manufacturing process, design and heating, ventilating, air conditioning & refrigeration systems and operate power plants of various sizes.