Graduate Certificate in Global Business Management

at Seneca College - Seneca International Academy Canada

This eight-month graduate certificate program prepares you for careers in project development and management in both environmental and civil engineering industries. Your studies will encompass all aspects of project management, from the competitive bid process to scheduling, risk management and the closing of projects. During the second semester, you will gain valuable industry experience under the guidance of a mentor.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Project management
• Leadership
• Collaborative teamwork
• Risk management
• Bid process
• Scheduling
• Closing projects

Elevate your business knowledge in this comprehensive eight-month graduate certificate program where you will learn about the complex world of international business. You will learn from experienced industry professionals with first-hand knowledge of today’s global business environment. With an emphasis on collaborative, project-based learning, case analysis and in-class discussions, you will cultivate essential critical-thinking skills. Team research and analysis of a real Canadian company will culminate in the development of an international export business plan. 

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Global business research and analytical skills 
• Global marketing planning
• Global supply chain management practices 
• International finance and banking applications
• Fundamental accounting and financial principles and applications
• International business law applications
• Business planning skills through project management  
• Functional areas of domestic and international human resources practices  
• Digital business applications and intercultural communications
• Corporate social responsibility and international development 
• The art of negotiation  
• Strategic business planning and development 
• Business networking

Off-site Learning
As a student in this program, you will experience off-site learning with visits to trade commissions, Boards of Trade, and international trade fairs. Learn from an industry expert who teaches global etiquette as we dine at the University of Toronto Faculty Club. Participate in tours within and outside Canada through Seneca’s Mobile Intensive Learning Experience (MILE).   

This two-year diploma program prepares you with the skills and knowledge to begin your career as a programmer. As a leader in developing relevant programs, we have the largest offering of computer studies programs in the province. Through a variety of practical and theoretical courses, you will gain skills in mobile development, web development and distributed programming techniques and database administration. You will also learn about security and a variety of operating systems including Windows, UNIX, Linux and IBM Business Computing. Graduates of this program will enter their industry with programming and communications skills suitable for employment.

Open Sources and Seneca
Seneca has connections with top tier open-source companies such as Mozilla, creators of the Firefox web browser, and Red Hat, maker of the most successful commercial Linux operating system. In a variety of courses, you will have the opportunity to work with top tier developers on such projects.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Computer programming
• Operating systems
• Database and web technology
• Data communication
• Security
• Advanced programming languages
• System methodologies
• Internet client and server-side development
• Database system design and maintenance
• Solve problems associated with software installation

This two-year diploma program in accounting will introduce you to the accounting practices, related technology applications, business fundamentals and the soft skills needed to find employment. You will learn how to use computer applications like Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and Access relational database management software.

As a student of this program, assuming specific course grade and GPA requirements are met, and upon completion of five bridging courses, you will be eligible to directly enter Seneca’s Honours Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting & Finance (BACF).

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Understanding and applying management accounting concepts
• Preparing and presenting financial statements and reports
• Outlining internal control system and risk management

This eight-month graduate certificate program will help you discover the world of opportunity in the multibillion-dollar hospitality and tourism industry. As this sector is constantly innovating and growing, there is a greater need for globally-minded professionals with business management skills. This program will position you to be a sought-after professional in one of the most service-driven industries in the world.  

You will learn key business development practices and be able to identify the opportunities and challenges of conducting business in today’s technology-based markets. Whether in traditional high demand areas or emerging markets, you will gain the knowledge and skills to succeed in a culturally diverse global environment, allowing you to work anywhere in the world.

Integrated Project/Fieldwork
Integrated fieldwork is an essential element of this program, providing a way to integrate classroom learning in real business situations and helping you build a network of contacts ahead of graduation. In this integrated fieldwork, you will benefit from completing real business projects in a professional setting. This component is critical to your success and a requirement to graduate.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Service leadership
• Analytics
• Project management
• Sales and relationship management
• Proposal writing
• Interpersonal skills
• Marketing techniques

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment.  The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term 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 work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This two-year diploma program provides you with the knowledge and technical skills for leadership in the networking industry.  In our on-campus labs, you will receive practical hands-on training in computer hardware, applied Internet technology, system diagnostics, local area network installation and data communication techniques. 

This program is built on partnerships with some of the most influential names in networking today, Cisco, IBM, Microsoft, Rogers and Sun, giving you an edge in the industry. The program curriculum prepares students to specialize in system administration, network administration, security, and physical and logical network design.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Personal computer hardware
• Operating systems
• HTML
• Linux/UNIX
• Microsoft Windows server administration
• Data communication
• Web server installation
• Maintenance and security
• Analyze and resolve information technology problems
• System design and installation

This eight-month graduate certificate program focuses on the long-term economic, environmental and social value of sustainable business strategy.

This program is designed to meet the growing needs of professionals who can propose, measure and evaluate sustainability initiatives. You will learn to develop and implement economically viable, lean business strategies for existing organizations or pursue entrepreneurship in sustainability. As a student of this program, you will have access to our HELIX innovation incubator.

Skills
You will learn to measure and reduce carbon footprints, recommend lean business strategies and integrate sustainability initiatives and strategies within several projects.

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term 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 work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This two-year diploma program will provide you with a solid foundation of marketing. You will have a detailed understanding of integrated marketing communications, selling, strategies and analysis, web design, research and channel management.
You will be equipped with tools and techniques to create multi-objective marketing strategies, including promotional campaigns, pricing, packaging and distribution of products, services and ideas. You will also benefit from problem-based learning, real-world projects and case studies.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Leadership
• Brainstorming ideas
• Management techniques
• Critical thinking
• Planning
• Project management

In the face of a changing workforce – including an aging population, increased number of retirements, and a challenging economic environment – organizations in Canada are placing an increased emphasis on strategic human resources management. The demand for qualified Human Resources professionals is increasing. This eight-month graduate certificate program will help you acquire a comprehensive background in the functions of human resources from both theoretical and practical perspectives. The focus of the program is on applied, relevant and current learning with opportunities to interact directly with industry professionals, and learn from qualified and award-winning faculty.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills

• Critical thinking
• Organizational management
• Interpersonal communications
• Verbal and written communication
• Conflict management

Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment.? The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term 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 work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position. 

This two-year diploma program will establish your understanding of business management and entrepreneurship and introduce you to the digital tools and the skills necessary to succeed in the modern economy. Through practical hands-on classroom activities, and close interactions with our experienced faculty, you will learn about making business decisions, planning, teamwork and utilizing relevant business computer applications.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Decision making
• Research
• Teamwork