Global Business Management (International Only) - 967

Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Two years
Gain a critical understanding of the important elements of global business, a cultural orientation to Canada, and the language and communication requirements to be effective in a global business setting.

Overview

This comprehensive 2-year post-graduate program will prepare you for a wide variety of business management careers.  Learning from experienced international business professionals you will gain a critical understanding of the important elements of supporting a global business while gaining a cultural orientation to Canada and the communication skills necessary to be effective in a global business setting.  

The program will expose you to foundational international and Canadian business practices and help you strengthen your English communication, math, and statistical skills, within your first year of studies. Advanced international business practices will be covered in your second year, including Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales and Negotiation, E-Commerce, Finance, Business Analytics and Project Management, leading you to the development of an international business capstone project. 

Program Highlights

  • Advance your global business, language, and cross-cultural competency skills needed to launch a successful international management career.
  • Apply your learning through experiential learning opportunities with online decision-making simulations, role-plays, and case analyses.
  • Benefit from entrepreneurial perspectives and insights from leading industry professionals.
  • Mohawk College is located in Hamilton, Ontario, amid the Toronto- Waterloo Innovation Corridor, home to more than 15,000 technology companies and thousands of start-ups that require talented people to help them turn their research strength into global commercial success. 

What you'll learn

  • Use industry-standard tools and techniques to transform raw data into meaningful information to support business decision-making.
  • Research potential business opportunities with an understanding of cultural, financial, legal, and distribution issues.
  • Take your business strategy global by understanding customer needs and gathering business requirements.
  • Identify the risks and financial rewards of different international investment alternatives.
  • Create strategies and business plans to develop and support the global business presence of a company.
  • Develop B2B sales and negotiation skills as well as a personal brand to launch a successful professional career in Canada or abroad.

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Program delivery

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Admission

  • Postsecondary college or university diploma/degree, preferably in a Business Program
  • Equivalent work experience in a business or financial setting will be considered on an individual basis
  • This is a BYOD (Bring your own device) program where you will learn applicable software applications to support your learning. Please see Laptop Requirements under Additional Information.
     

Language Requirements for Applicants with English as a Second Language

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English.

Tuition and Fees

2023 - 2024 International Tuition and Fees

DescriptionSemester 1Semester 2
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee$8,875.00$8,875.00
Co-op FeesN/AN/A
Program Compulsory Fees$0.00$0.00
International Tax Recovery$450.00$375.00
Total International Per Semester$9,325.00$9,250.00
Total 1st Year Fees$18,575.00

If you pay by wire transfer, please note your bank might charge you a fee to transfer money. Make sure your transfer includes the Mohawk payment and the wire transfer fee. This applies to each wire transfer payment you make.

Additional Information

Financial Assistance

When it comes to paying for your education, investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. A Mohawk education is one of the most cost-effective means of acquiring the skills and knowledge you need to have a prosperous and rewarding career.

As you start on your chosen career path, it's important to have a realistic set of expectations regarding the expenses associated with attending college. In addition to your tuition fees, you will also need to budget for books, supplies, housing, and other related living expenses. You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans. It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.

Available Financial Assistance Resources:

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By submitting a Scholarships and Bursaries Application every semester, students have access to over $3 million in Mohawk College scholarships, bursaries and Ministry-partnered funding to help meet their financial needs.

Financial Literacy and Money Coaching:

Whether saving for school, sticking to a budget, or planning for a major purchase, financial literacy affects us all. That's why Mo' Money is committed to helping our students improve their money skills and become more confident with their money.

Course Overview & Descriptions

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Experiential Learning

How you'll gain skills

To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning. 

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.

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

Your future career options

  • International Management Trainee
  • International Account Representative
  • International Market Research Analyst
  • Junior Product Manager
  • Product Manager
  • Brand Manager
  • Product Marketing Manager
  • International Product Manager
  • Management Consultant
  • Business Development Executives
  • Sales Representatives
  • Financial Analyst
  • Marketing Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Transportation Manager
  • Customs Broker
  • Customs Broker Analyst
  • Purchasing Agent

Where you could work includes:

  • Mohawk College is located in Hamilton, Ontario, amid the Toronto-Waterloo Innovation Corridor, home to more than 15,000 tech companies and thousands of start-ups that require talented people to help them turn their research strength into global commercial success.
  • Other common employers include:
    • Tech Industry
    • Star-Ups
    • Banks
    • Finance
    • Insurance
    • Healthcare
    • Manufacturing
    • Sports and Entertainment
    • Management consultancies
    • Transportation and Trade Industries
    • Government entities that assist International Trade

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. *

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

See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.

Search the Mohawk Transfer Database for opportunities outside of Ontario.

Additional Information

Bring-Your-Own-Device Suggested Specifications

Minimum Recommended Settings

Operating SystemWindows 10 Home
CPU (Minimum)Intel Core i5 to i7
RAM (Minimum)16 GB
Storage500 GB to 1 TB
Screen Size12” - 17”
Price$1650 - $1850 range

Dell Systems: DELL G3 15, DELL G3 17

The Dell Systems listed above meet the minimum specifications. A search of DELL’s website entering the various criteria for RAM will list laptops that will meet the specifications. Don’t forget to access Mohawk’s purchasing discount if buying online. You can do so by, logging to your MyMohawk account, on the left-hand navigation select Technology Solutions, Computer Store. Use your Mohawk College email to receive an exclusive coupon code.

MacBooks

MacBooks can be used however PC Platforms are preferred. Applications may not behave the same way as they do in Windows, students using MacBooks may need to make a hard-disk partition to allow Windows to run.

Program Specific Software (subject to change)

Students will be advised how to access program specific software during Orientation. All required software is free to use while on campus through Apps@Mohawk College.

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Contact International
Email: intl.representatives@mohawkcollege.ca
Phone: 1-905-575-2254
Toll free phone numbers:
For general questions: 1-888-Mohawk9 (1-888-664-2959)
North China: 10-800-714-2521
South China: 10-800-140-2541
Brazil: 0800-022-7408
Philippines: 180011102544

Contact International Admissions
Contact our Admissions advisors for help with your application.
Contact International Admissions
Phone: 1-905-575-2254

*Not all programs are international eligible. Please see our programs available for international students.

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