Trades Management
Description
OVERVIEW:
This fully online College certificate program, designed specifically for qualified tradespersons, provides individuals the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in the area of business management. Students examine functional areas of business related to marketing, finance, human resources, operations, planning as well as legal and ethical considerations. Through experiential learning, students develop essential practical skills needed to provide management within small businesses.
Graduates of this program may find employment opportunities in numerous areas. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the fastest growing sector of the economy, internationally and locally. Graduates would be well positioned to manage a small to medium-sized trades-related business, to start their own trades-related business or use their newly developed skills and knowledge to improve their existing business. Employment may also be obtained in both the private and public sectors where strong leadership and management skills and the ability to adapt to change are required.
To qualify for this certificate, you must complete the program within two years.
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited for students who:
- Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Have strong decision-making and organizational skills.
- Are hardworking and motivated to take action.
- Have the ability to see the big picture of the trades-related business.
- Appreciate having tangible results from their work.
College Eligibility
The following requirements are recommended to ensure success in the program:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; OR
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
- General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program).
Program Eligibility
- Ontario College of Trades Certificate of Qualification or equivalent.
- The following requirement is recommended to ensure success in the program: English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
- It is recommended applicants with international transcripts have the following IELTS or TOEFL scores to ensure success: IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT) Overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 110, minimums of 110 in Literacy and no score below 95.
Courses:
MKT2020 Marketing a Trades Business
FIN2010 Financial Processes in the Trades
MGT2381 Human Resources Management
MGT2060 Operating a Trades Business
BUS2020 Business Planning for Tradespersons
MGT2050 Ethical and Legal Issues in the Trades
MKT2020 Marketing a Trades Business
FIN2010 Financial Processes in the Trades
MGT2381 Human Resources Management
MGT2060 Operating a Trades Business
BUS2020 Business Planning for Tradespersons
MGT2050 Ethical and Legal Issues in the Trades
Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Overview
- Institution: Algonquin College
- Program type: Certificat approuvé par un collège
- Language: English
- Program Code: 1825X07PAO
- Delivery Method: Entièrement en ligne/à distance
Disclaimer:
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.
Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.