Business Administration

Humber’s Business Administration advanced diploma program provides in-depth knowledge of how businesses operate and equips you with comprehensive skills essential for managing business functions.

The program includes courses in operations management, accounting, finance, human resource management, strategic management, marketing research, personal finance, and more. These courses offer the opportunity to develop key business skills such as communication, teamwork, project management, and strategic business analysis.

The curriculum is built on a solid business education, covering principles of management, marketing, business law, financial mathematics, and microeconomics. In the first year, this foundational knowledge is shared with other business diploma programs, and in the second year, it is further expanded upon.

There are limited opportunities for students to combine co-operative education with their academic learning in alternating semesters. This optional co-operative education program is structured to include one to two placements between academic terms. Participation in this program may extend the required completion of the diploma by one to three semesters.

The program offers students valuable real-world, program-related work experience, which can help them determine their career path, provide funding for their college education, and increase their chances of securing a desirable job with a higher salary upon graduation. However, participation in co-operative education placements is competitive, and opportunities are not guaranteed. Applications for these placements are only accepted by students after completing Semester 2.

For students who are not selected for cooperative education placements, a standard 84-hour field experience course must be completed in the final semester. A business placement advisor supports students in finding a placement, maintains a list of placement opportunities and offers guidance in developing resumes and job search techniques.

This program will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue various career paths in business, including management, finance, human resources, marketing, and international business administration. Some of the roles you will be qualified to apply for include marketing researcher, merchandising manager, product manager, budget analyst, sales representative, financial planner, office manager, human resources administrator, advertising account coordinator, and event planner.

If you decide to become a business owner, you will experience the excitement and rewards of applying what you have learned to start and manage your enterprise. You can assess market opportunities and bring your ideas to fruition—all on your terms.

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Humber is proud to be one of the first institutions in Ontario seeking accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

National Committee for Management Accreditation (NCMA)

This program is recognized by the National Committee for Management Accreditation (NCMA) as being Professionally Accredited. Specific courses in this program may be eligible for credit toward Certified in Management (CIM) professional designation. Students in accredited programs will be eligible for free Student Associate Membership while they are enrolled.

Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA)

The program is recognized by Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) as an accredited education partner. Courses from Accredited Partners can be applied toward earning or maintaining your CPSA Institute professional designations. 

Canadian Securities Institute (CSI)

Specific courses of this program may be recognized for additional industry recognition with the Canadian Securities Institute (CSI).

FP Canada

Specific courses of this program may be recognized for additional industry recognition with the FP Canada.

Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA)

Specific courses of this program may be recognized for additional industry recognition with the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA).

Materials Handling and Management Society (MHMS)

Specific courses of this program may be recognized for additional industry recognition with the Materials Handling and Management Society (MHMS).

Additional requirements may apply.

Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.