Overview
You have a vision for your career in business. It’s exciting. The only thing left to do is set your goals and then crush them! Your path starts here.
The Business administration program at Sault College offers a comprehensive mix of the concepts and practices of today’s dynamic business environments. Gain essential skills in:
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Finance
- Human resources
- Business operations
- Communication
Our well-respected instructors, guest speakers, and curriculum integrate the use of current technologies and innovative software used in today’s business environments, giving you the edge you need to succeed in your career.
Add more amazing opportunities leading to your career goals with our pathways to a degree.
In the fast-paced world of business, competitive advantage is everything. Our unique 2+2 pathway to degree partnerships with universities like Algoma, Lake Superior State, Laurentian, and Vancouver Island will give you an exclusive edge, allowing you to earn your diploma right here and the continue your education in university to complete your degree in as little as two more years.
You can even choose to complete a second business diploma right here in accounting, human resources or marketing, where you`ll earn two diplomas in only three years.
Business careers are diverse and in-demand. It starts here.
Degree Transfers and Pathways
Whether you're starting here with a certificate or diploma program, or transferring your credits from another institution or informal experience into a program at Sault College, we have so many ways for you to continue your postsecondary education with us. Explore pathways to a degree or a diploma and learn about transfer options.
Pathways Beyond >
Earn your diploma here and then choose to complete your degree with one of our partnering universities, in as little as one more year.
Pathways Within >
Complete two diplomas in as little as three years or earn a certificate on the path towards a diploma or degree, all right here.
Pathways Into >
If you've completed any courses from another institution or have informal learning experiences, transfer your credits into a program here.
Enrolling in Business will align you with Canada’s largest and fastest-growing certifying body of bookkeepers. Graduates can fast-track toward the nationally recognized Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB) designation. Students will also have access to a preferred student membership rate, full of member benefits that will provide access to continuing education and networking opportunities with bookkeeping professionals across Canada.
Two Diplomas + CHRP Designation
Once you graduate from your Business program, you will be eligible to return for an additional year of studies to complete a Business - Human Resources diploma. You'll get two diplomas in three years! When you complete your third year and meet grade requirements, you will satisfy the full course requirement to start the path to your Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation. Available exclusively through the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA), your CHRP designation will validate your knowledge of HR, your workplace readiness, and your commitment to career-long learning.
Applied Learning Experiences
Receive real-world experience and valuable understanding of entrepreneurial success in the Entrepreneurship course by taking on the steps to plan, start and operate a business for 15 weeks as a class. Our latest Business graduates started the business Sweet Sooprize where they manufactured surprise bags with candy, toys and games to sell on campus. A portion of the proceeds are being donated to the student food bank.
Business students were also given a new opportunity to expand the knowledge and skills gained from coursework. Students participated in the Canada Revenue Agency’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) and used the latest tax software to prepare and E-File tax returns for students. These students gained practical experience in tax preparation and developed important skills to benefit their future careers while giving back to our Sault College community.
Ontario Colleges' Marketing Competition (OCMC)
Each year, our Business and Business - Marketing students have the opportunity to participate in the OCMC, an exciting case-based business competition built on real-world cases. The competition gives students research, time management, and presentation skills that will help to set them apart in today’s competitive workforce.
In partnership with McDonald's, we are offering education opportunities for McDonald's employees. McDonald’s employees who have completed McDonald’s Management Development Program Level 2 (MDP) will have the opportunity to complete a two-year Ontario College Business Diploma in as little as one year.
Courses
| BCA101 - 4 Introduction to Financial Accounting |
| BCM101 - 3 Introduction to Marketing |
| BCO101 - 4 Business Math |
| CMM115 - 3 Communications I |
| HRM202 - 3 Principles of Human Resource Management |
| BCG110 - 3 Personal Development, Finance, and Brand |
| Electives: Students will complete a total of three business electives, one in each of semesters 2, 3 and 4. |
| BCG202 - 4 Finance I |
| BCG204 - 3 Business Law |
| BCG210 - 4 Business Planning |
| BCG216 - 3 Corporate Responsibility |
| GEN110 - 3 Student Selected General Education |
| Note: *This student-selected general education course code indicates a general-education course is taken in this semester. Students will choose from a selection of courses (details) prior to the semester in which the student-selected general education course is to be taken. |
Requirements & Program Information
Ontario Secondary School diploma with Grade 12 English (C) ENG4C and Grade 11 Foundations for College Math (C) MBF3C or mature student status. Missing any requirements? Get them for free from Academic Upgrading.
Educational Paths
Graduates of the Business, Business Management or Business Accounting programs may seek to pursue further study at local universities including Algoma University and Lake Superior State University (Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan) to obtain a Bachelor Degree in Business or Accounting. Please contact Algoma University or Lake Superior State University for more information on transfer and entrance requirements for each post-secondary institution. For opportunities for further study at other Canadian post-secondary institutions, please contact the College or University of your choice.
Career Path
Our Graduates gain employment in a number of varied positions in the service, public and retail sector of the economy. A number of our graduates pursue their own businesses. Recent graduates are employed in: Marketing, Banking, Sales, Real Estate/Appraisal, Finance, Insurance, Customer Service, Accounting, Purchasing, and Management.
Fees & Costs
| Domestic | International | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Ancillary | Tuition | Ancillary |
| $2,648.20 | $1,275.00 | $15,120.30 | $1,925.00 |
These fees are for the 2025-2026 academic year (year 1 of study), and are subject to change. Please visit your Student Portal to view your Schedule of Fees.
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Contact
Program College Contact: Barb Bringleson, barb.bringleson@saultcollege.ca