Business Administration - Marketing - 362 - 366
Overview
Program Highlights
- Co-op option offers a full year of work term placement (three consecutive four-month placements).
- Study with professors who have worked as marketing professionals and bring their expertise to the classroom.
- Upon completion of a common first semester, you may choose to transfer into second semester of one of the following programs:
- Business - Accounting (non co-op 316 or co-op 356)
- Business - Administration (632)
- Business Administration - Accounting (364)
- Business Administration - Human Resources (363)
- Business - Marketing (319)
- Business - Financial Services (303)
- Business - General (320)
- Insurance (318) (non co-op 318 or co-op 368)
Note: An additional requirement based on overall grades may be required to proceed into some programs.
What you’ll learn
- How to conduct market research and create marketing strategies for real clients.
- Verbal and written communication skills as you prepare reports and presentations.
- Web marketing strategies and tools.
- Use computer simulation to model an international product launch.
- Ethics and sustainability practices.
- Project management techniques.
- Adobe Creative Suite for Business, graphic and web design.
- Business-to-business marketing.
- Prepare a comprehensive marketing plan for an external business start-up.
Program Length
3 academic years (periods of 8 months), plus optional co-op
Important Academic Dates
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Program delivery
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Admission
Admission
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 11 Mathematics, C, M or U level or equivalent (M or U level recommended)
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Options are available for mature applicants.
Options are available for mature applicants.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2021 - 2022 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $831.02 | $712.05 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $244.29 |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,354.04 | $1,354.04 |
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Total Domestic Charges Per Semester |
$2,185.06 | $2,066.09 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester with Co-op |
$2,185.06 | $2,310.38 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $4,251.15 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) |
$4,495.44 |
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Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).- Full Cost Breakdown
2021 - 2022 International Tuition and Fees
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $8,095.00 | $8,095.00 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | $244.29 |
| Program Compulsory Fees | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Per Semester without Co-op |
$8,545.00 | $8,470.00 |
| Total International Per Semester with Co-op |
$8,545.00 | $8,714.29 |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) | $17,015.00 | |
| Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) | $17,259.29 | |
- International Scholarships and Bursaries
- OSAP not eligible for International Students
- Full Cost Breakdown
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Additional Information
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you’ll gain skills
- Working in student teams with real clients in Mohawk’s learning lab, The Agency, Mohawk’s student-run marketing and advertising agency.
- Through case study analysis, role playing, online simulations, and computer labs.
- Gain valuable experience during co-op work terms.
The Agency
The Agency is an experiential learning facility operating within the McKeil School of Business at Mohawk College. Students from a variety of programs including Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Graphics and Broadcast Media collaborate in developing real world marketing and communications solutions for selected non-profit organizations and start-up companies in the greater Hamilton area.
All projects with our client/partners are integrated into the curriculum and students are marked on what they do. They work under close faculty supervision as they develop effective marketing communications solutions relevant to meeting clear client objectives.
Co-op Content
Co-op Format (Winter Intake)
| January to April | May to August | September to December |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
| Semester 4 | Vacation | Semester 5 |
| Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) | Work Term 3 (Co-op) |
| Semester 6 |
Co-op Format (Fall Intake)
| September to December | January to April | May to August |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Vacation |
| Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Vacation |
| Semester 5 | Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) |
| Work Term 3 (Co-op) | Semester 6 |
Learn more about Business Administration - Marketing
Work Term Capabilities
Social Media
- Create targeted paid advertisements on social media platforms
- Design social media content to engage users
- Develop social media marketing strategies and tactics
Adobe Suite
- Use appropriate Adobe Suite applications to support marketing communications
- Apply graphic design techniques and tools for custom communication
Project Management
- Create and update a work breakdown structure
- Use project management software
- Create project documents to support project management phases
Sales and Customer Relationship Management
- Develop customer value propositions and go-to-market approaches
- Identify and contact prospective customers
- Present to prospects and manage customer relationships
Retail Strategies
- Make recommendations for product placement
- Create and maintain in-store merchandising displays
- Implement in-store promotions
Market Research
- Assist in the development of a marketing research project
- Conduct secondary marketing research
- Assist with the development of surveys and focus groups
- Conduct focus groups and administer surveys
Direct Mail Campaigns
- Prepare mailing lists and materials and assist with targeting decisions
Fundraising Events
- Create, plan and implement fundraising events
Program Objectives
The 3-year Business Administration – Marketing program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of marketing and its role in the business environment. Students solve marketing projects for real clients and hone their skills across both traditional and digital marketing platforms.
| Co-op Pay Range | Co-op Pay Average |
|---|---|
| Range: $15.00 - $18.80 | Average: $16.58 |
For further information, please contact:
Gordana Mihajlovic, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2168
Email: Gordana.Mihajlovic [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Gordana Mihajlovic)
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
- Review the program learning outcomes for Business Administration - Marketing (362)
- Review the program learning outcomes for Business Administration - Marketing (366) - co-op
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Your future career options
- Account Manager
- Brand Manager
- Buyer and Purchasing Manager
- Communications Manager
- Digital Marketing Specialist
- Marketing Program Coordinator
- Merchandising Manager
- National Account Representative
- Product Manager
- Social Media Manager
Where you could work includes:
- Consumer and Durable Goods Manufacturing and Marketing
- Retailing
- Wholesaling
- Banking, Insurance and Financial Services
- Advertising
- Real Estate
- Government
- Not-for-Profit Organizations and Fundraising
Opportunities for grads
- Progress towards the Certified Sales Professional (CSP) designation from the Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) after incorporating two years of relevant sales experience with academic training. Learn more about CPSA.
Pathways
Opportunities
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
Pathways within Mohawk
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. *
- Business - Accounting
- Business (General)
- Business - Marketing
- Insurance
- Business - Financial Services
- Business Administration
- Business Administration - Human Resources
- Business Administration - Marketing
- Business Administration - Accounting
We offer a diverse range of programs to further your studies within Mohawk following completion of this program. *
This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices within Mohawk.
Pathways beyond Mohawk
Earn a degree:
- Robert Gordon University - Bachelor of Arts - International Business Management, Events Management, Fashion Management, International Hospitality Management, International Tourism Management, Management, Management with Marketing, or Media
- Technological University of the Shannon - Bachelor of Business Studies (Honours) in Marketing and Management
See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
Search the Mohawk Transfer Databasefor opportunities outside of Ontario.
Faculty
Program Coordinator
Janice Long
Faculty
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North China: 10-800-714-2521
South China: 10-800-140-2541
Brazil: 0800-022-7408
Philippines: 180011102544
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*Not all programs are international eligible. Please see our programs available for international students.
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Do you have a project for our students?
If you or your organization has a marketing communications project that might be suitable for our students, please apply below. We will respond to you as soon as we can. Please note that we do not accept applications made directly to faculty or program coordinators. If you have any questions please contact theagency@mohawkcollege.ca
Program Coordinator
Janice Long
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