Business Certificate

Learn all the fundamentals you need for an introductory role in business in this one-year certificate program. This program also provides credit toward the Bachelor of Business Administration and can prepare you to transfer into a Bachelor of Commerce at a university, if you decide you want to continue your studies. Gain marketable and employable skills right away with this introduction into the world of business. Our one-year business certificate is designed for individuals who are looking to learn introductory business skills and foundational knowledge in the key areas of business. Business students at Red Deer Polytechnic benefit from the strong relationships we have with the business community. This creates invaluable opportunities for students to have practical, applied and work-integrated learning, all while creating important connections for the future. When you complete the Business Certificate program, you will have the skills to enter the business world and join the workforce or continue your education This program provides credit toward the Business Diploma and Bachelor of Business Administration. You will have the option to complete your courses in person or online.

Students applying to the Business Certificate must have the following Minimum of 65 percent or higher in ELA 30-2, OR 60% or higher in ELA 30-1, or their equivalents Minimum of 65 percent or higher in Math 30-2, OR 60% or higher in Math 30-1, or their equivalents. Three years of full-time education in English in a regular high school or post-secondary credit program: completed within Canada, including the grade 12 year; or completed in an English-speaking country; or completed at a recognized school or institution with English as the primary language of instruction. A 'Medium of Instruction' letter may be requested.