Diploma in Business

at Seneca College - Newnham Campus Canada

This four-year degree program combines theory with practice, allowing you to develop critical and strategic skills required for human resource management. You will gain necessary technical knowledge including HRIMS/SAP, data mining and metrics.

As a graduate of this program, you will have the required knowledge to pursue several key industry designations such as:

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation through the Human Resources Professionals Association
• The Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate through Microsoft

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Interpretation of laws and regulations
• Critical thinking
• Mathematical concepts
• Staffing techniques
• Information Management 

Mandatory Degree Co-op
A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a paid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the co-op work term(s) is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the mandatory co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

In this two-year diploma program, you will learn about environmental technology, water resources and applied sciences to gain the problem-solving skills needed for success in the environmental sector.  As a graduate you will be training to work as an environmental technician within traditional and environmental engineering industries.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skill:

• Collect representative environmental samples and perform routine tests
• Use scientific concepts and models when contributing to the prevention, control and elimination of environmental hazards and remediation of contaminated sites
• Analyze water, soil and air samples address related-environmental problems
• Follow standard procedures for conducting environmental sampling projects
• Promote and maintain sustainable practices
• Perform work responsibilities adhering to standards of professional conduct
• Complete assigned tasks in adherence to occupational health and safety standards
• Follow established protocols in support of environmental management systems
• Provide ongoing support for project management
• Communicate technical information
• Develop and present strategies for ongoing personal and professional development

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters.  In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility.  Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This three-year advanced diploma program provides you with the skills and knowledge to begin your career as a software developer. You will learn programming languages, program design and system analysis. Web concepts are integrated into all courses to develop active database web programs on a variety of operating systems. Advanced techniques are taught through professional option courses.
You will demonstrate skills through a capstone project for an industry partner in your final year to demonstrate your skills and preparedness for a career in the industry. Graduates of this program will enter the industry with highly employable programming, database, software development and communications skills.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Programming languages
• System methodologies
• Client and server side development
• Design and maintenance of database systems
• Data communication

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This eight-month graduate certificate program is delivered by a team of expert faculty members who will advance your knowledge of digital media fundamentals including social media platforms, tools, and techniques. You will learn to create content, develop campaigns and implement social media and digital engagement strategies to help organizations achieve their objectives.

Through hands-on learning, you will learn how social media can be used in an organizational context. This program was developed in close consultation with industry leaders to ensure that you learn what is relevant, applicable across multiple disciplines and currently in demand.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Develop and implementing a comprehensive social media strategy
• Use web data and analytics to optimize marketing processes
• Identify and capitalizing on engagement opportunities to drive business goals 
• Create relevant, engaging visual communications to enhance your brand’s marketing
• Identify ways to reduce marketing costs and improve online engagement

Field Placement
You will benefit from one hundred hours of field placement in a professional setting. This component is critical to your career success and a requirement for graduation.

This 12-month graduate certificate program is a fast-track option for four-year degree graduates to pursue a career in accounting wishing to pursue the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) designation. You will study financial and management accounting, tax, information systems, audit, finance and economics focusing on analysis and interpretation of information and making sound ethical decisions.

You will be introduced to the modern technological environment of business using spreadsheets (Excel), database software (Access) and integrated database application technologies (ERP) through exposure to accounting software package(s). You will also gain industry exposure through research, case studies and projects.

You are eligible to enrol in this program with little or no knowledge of accounting. Upon graduation, you can choose to continue to complete an accounting degree such as Seneca's Accounting and Finance degree, or pursue your CPA professional designation (minimum grade requirements apply).

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Communications
• Analytical thinking
• Decision-making
• Budgeting

In this three-year advanced diploma program, you will increase your knowledge of design and engineering principles. You will learn to apply theories of design, production and marketing to gain an understanding of the steps necessary to commercialize a design idea. Your studies will introduce you to machining and production techniques, rapid prototyping, principles of mechanical design, engineering analysis, marketing, basic accounting practices, entrepreneurial skills, ergonomics, basic electricity and electronics, reverse engineering and product and design digitizing.

This program shares a common first and second semester curriculum with the Mechanical Techniques (Tool & Die/Mould Making) program. It shares a common third and fourth semester as the Mechanical Engineering Technician – Tool Design. This concept of laddering allows flexibility and options to increase levels of education incrementally.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Product development
• Machining techniques
• MasterCAM
• SolidWorks
• 3D printing and prototyping
• CMM programming/quality assurance and inspection
• Die design
• Jig and fixture design
• Mould design
• Cost estimating
• Reverse engineering
• 3D scanning and model modification
• Prototyping

This three-year advanced diploma program will develop your in-depth knowledge of personal and financial planning including personal taxation, estate planning, retirement planning, insurance, investment strategies and risk management. In this program you will also have the opportunity to write various professional certifications required to excel in the financial sector.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Ability to use financial planning software
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Ethics and professionalism
• Sales and marketing 

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

To be eligible to apply for the optional co-op, students must complete all subjects from semesters 1 through 4 and must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or better, along with meeting the above minimum course grade requirements.

Seneca’s one-year Fashion Studies certificate program will introduce you to fashion design and fashion business that will inspire you to explore creative skills and design applications. You will immerse yourself in design, production, business and communication, including social media. From visual culture, trend forecasting to sustainable fashion, your studies will teach you to investigate the range of experiences offered to professionals in the industry.

Furthermore, upon completing this program, you will be able to make an informed decision about continuing your studies in other fashion programs within Seneca’s School of Fashion.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Fashion communications
• Colour and fashion trend forecasting
• Concept and design
• Drawing and illustration

This two-year diploma program will introduce you to modern manufacturing techniques including programming and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM). You will study both theory and practical aspects of modern metal machining and cutting while focusing on programming, advanced manufacturing techniques and interpreting engineering drawings. Upon completion of this program, you may begin an apprenticeship with an employer as a general machinist, tool and die maker, or mould maker.

Graduates of this program work in a range of employment settings in the manufacturing industries; examples include aerospace and defence, automotive, building products, fabricated metal products, machinery, railway and marine and natural resource industries like energy, forestry and mining.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Machining theory and practice
• Prototyping
• Production of mechanical components
• Documentation
• Mechanical problem solving
• Computer and information technology

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

Students who begin their studies in January are not eligible for co-op, and are required to begin their second semester immediately after the first semester.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Manicures
• Pedicures
• Waxing and Tinting
• Basic and Advanced Facials
• Basic and Advanced Body Treatments
• Skincare Analysis
• Spa Business Operations

You will also gain knowledge and experience working with products and equipment which spa employers are looking for in the estheticians they hire.