Global Business Management
Program Overview
The Global Business Management Ontario Graduate Certificate program allows you to prepare for a wide variety of business management careers and gives you the time to decide which is best for you. No business experience, no prerequisite courses required – just your bachelor’s degree and the desire to find your place in the world of business management.
In your first year, the core curriculum covers the major functional areas of business and develops the qualities that every business wants in their managers: leadership, communications, creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, strategic planning and much more.
For your second year, you choose one of nine specialization streams to suit your individual needs and preferences. These streams include:
- Advertising Media Management
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Entrepreneurial Enterprise
- Event Management
- Fashion Management
- Financial Planning
- Human Resources Management
- International Business Management
- Marketing Management
Note: Specialization stream availability depends on the term in which second year is started.
Semester 3 |
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| BUS 5024: Business Strategy 1 |
| WORK 5570: Industry Seminar |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| ADR3: GBM Alter Dispute Res - Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| AMM3: GBM Advert Media Mgmt - Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| ENT3: GBM Entrepreneurial Ent -Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| EVT3: GBM Event Mangement - Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| FIN3: GBM Financial Planning - Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| FSH3: GBM Fashion Management - Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| HRM3: GBM Human Resources Mgmt Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| IBM3: GBM Int'l Business Mgmt Sem 3 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| MKT3: GBM Marketing Mgmt Sem 3 |
Semester 4 |
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| BUS 5021: Business Leadership Skills |
| BUS 5571: Business Strategy 2 |
| WORK 5511: GBM Field Placement |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| ADR4: GBM Alter Dispute Res - Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| AMM4: GBM Advert Media Mgmt - Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| ENT4: GBM Entrepreneurial Ent -Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| EVT4: GBM Event Managemnt - Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| FIN4: GBM Financial Planning - Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| FSH4: GBM Fashion Management - Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| HRM4: GBM Human Resources Mgmt Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| IBM4: GBM Int'l Business Mgmt Sem 4 |
| Select 4 from the following courses |
| MKT4: GBM Marketing Mgmt Sem 4 |
Please note:
- Managerial Accounting Finance (ACCT 5507) and Fundamentals of Marketing (MKTG 5007) are delivered online.
- Semester 3 course groupings are prerequisites for corresponding semester 4 groupings.
Upon successful completion of the program, a graduate will:
Collect, process and interpret data used to support international business.
Develop, execute and analyze the results of a comprehensive global business plan which includes complete marketing, operations, financial and human resources strategies and tactics, taking into account the impact of various economic, legal, cultural, geographical, and political situations on international business.
Conduct business with diverse populations using culturally appropriate methods in compliance with relevant national and international law, legislation, policies, and regulations.
Assist in the importing and exporting functions of a business.
Plan, direct, execute and evaluate individual and team projects.
Implement strategies utilizing domestic and foreign government programs, policies, and agencies which facilitate international trade.
Apply financial knowledge and skill to the operation of an international business.
Apply leadership and teamwork skills establishing and maintaining working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, clients, customers and consumers.
Apply quality control and assurance programs to sourcing and supplying.
Apply the principles of business ethics and international corporate responsibility.
Develop new products and services consistent with evolving market needs.
Evaluate the viability of marketing a product or service in an international market or markets.
Develop personal professional development strategies and plans to enhance leadership and management skills.
Work Placement
There is a work placement, aligned with your specialized stream choice (320 hours minimum) in the fourth semester, designed to give you the hands-on, practical work experience that employers are looking for.
Your Career
Upon graduation, you may be able to choose from a wide variety of management career fields, thanks to the rich breadth of content in this unique program. Prepare for a career in:
- advertising
- brand management
- business analyst
- category management
- customer relations management
- dispute resolution
- event management
- fashion management
- financial planning
- general management
- human resources management
- import/export
- key account management
- logistics and supply chain management
- market research
- marketing management
- operations management
- purchasing management
- retail management
- sales management
- services management
- wholesale management
Related Programs
International Business, Bachelor of Commerce
Credential: Honours Degree
Length: 8 semesters
Program Availability
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| May 2022 | Lakeshore | Closed |
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| September 2022 | Lakeshore | Open |
| January 2023 | Lakeshore | Open |
| May 2023 | Lakeshore | Open |
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| May 2022 | Lakeshore | Closed |
| START DATE | LOCATION | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
| September 2022 | Lakeshore | Closed |
| September 2022 | IGS | Closed |
| January 2023 | IGS | Open |
| January 2023 | Lakeshore | Waitlisted |
| May 2023 | Lakeshore | Opening Soon |
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HOW TO APPLY
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
POST-ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
EQUIPMENT & DEVICE REQUIREMENTS
FEES & SCHOLARSHIPS
PATHWAYS
CONTACT US
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
Software Requirements
Proficiency in the use of word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
Equipment & Device Requirements
All Semesters
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
| Processor | Dual-core processor | Quad-core processor |
| OS | Windows 10 or iOS | Windows 10 |
| Memory | 8GB of RAM | 16 GB of RAM |
| Storage | 100 GB HDD | 512 GB SSD |
| Monitor | Laptop computer (not a notebook such as a Chromebook, or a tablet) recently purchased; last 18 months | Laptop computer (not a notebook such as a Chromebook or a tablet) recently purchased; last 18 months |
| Other | Built-in WiFi, a microphone, and a webcam | Built-in WiFi, microphone, and a webcam. Long battery life (strongly recommended) |
Contact Information
John Moscardelli, program co-ordinator
john.moscardelli@humber.ca
Fees
The 2022-2023 fee for two semesters is:
- domestic: $5,966.40
- international: $17,618.00
Fees are subject to change.
Fees by Semester
Domestic Fees International FeesAdditional Costs
Note: An additional registration fee of $440 applies to placements completed after the final semester of this program.
Scholarships
Humber Scholarships
Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.
Humber Bursaries
Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.
External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.
Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.
Explore Opportunities through Humber Pathways
Humber Pathways include:
- Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
- Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.
How to Apply
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program. To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber's program pages or ontariocolleges.ca.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
