Business (General)

The Business General 2-Year Diploma program at Mohawk College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in business principles and practices. Through a well-rounded curriculum, students gain essential skills in areas such as accounting, marketing, management, economics, and communications. The program is ideal for individuals looking to develop a broad understanding of business operations, preparing them for a wide range of roles across various industries. With a focus on practical, real-world application, students engage in hands-on learning experiences that equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive business environment.

The program equips students with the skills to identify and analyze the impact of global issues on an organization’s business opportunities through environmental scanning. It emphasizes the application of corporate sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical principles to support business initiatives. Students learn to leverage current concepts, systems, and technologies to enhance organizational goals, while also developing basic research skills for informed decision-making. The program covers key areas such as project planning, implementation, and monitoring, ensuring compliance with relevant statutes and business practices. Students gain a thorough understanding of the human resource function and its organizational impact, alongside the application of accounting and financial principles to support operations. They are also trained in marketing and sales strategies, supply chain management, and operations management.

Graduates of the program are well-positioned to either enter the workforce or continue their studies with advanced standing in related degree programs.

Admission Requirements

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.

What You’ll Learn

• Solid foundation for success in decision-making.
• Accounting and finance.
• Marketing.
• Operations and distribution.
• Human resources and labour.
• Business information systems and technology.
• Project management.