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34 Accounting Clerk – Microcomputer

CENT Code: 29061 year/2 semestersCredential: Ontario College CertificateStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: [email protected]

Computerized accounting is a common feature in many organizations. Microcomputers have replaced thick ledger books in the processing and storage of payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable information.

This program helps meet the high demand for people who have a solid background in both accounting and microcomputer skills.

Accounting software taught includes Simply Accounting for Windows and the GL, A/R and A/P modules of ACCPAC for Windows. Other business software applications include a current personal income tax package, Windows, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access and Excel.

You may also elect to transfer, with credit, into our two- or three-year accounting programs to earn your Accounting diploma or advanced diploma.

Benefitsshort, intensive eight-month trainingpractical hands-on experience in modern microcomputer labstraining in effective business communications skillsoverview of other business functions in an organizationknowledgeable and approachable faculty with diverse business experienceideal for the motivated, mature learner with business experienceease of transfer to other accounting programs

careersAs a graduate, you’ll have many skills to offer employers and will be equipped to work in organizations of all types and sizes.

Graduates may work asaccounting clerksadministrative assistantsbookkeepersaccounts receivable/payable clerks

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admission requirementsCentennial College expects students applying for admission to certificate or diploma programs to present at minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent or be 19 years of age or older. Possession of minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

academic requirementscompulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalentmath 11C, M or U or 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent

for information on the admission process, please see p. 14.

Program outlinesemester 1ACCT-112 Financial Accounting 1ACCT-226 Taxation 1ACCT-286 Taxation GST/HST/PST COMP-101 Introduction to Microcomputer

Applications Software HRMT-318 Payroll

semester 2 ACCT-150 Small Business SoftwareACCT-221 Financial Accounting 2ACCT-222 Management Accounting 2ACCT-228 Accounting Microcomputer

Applications 1COMP-121 Intermediate Microcomputer

Applications Software

model routes are subject to change due to program review and updates.

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35Advertising

CENT Code: 64043 years/6 semestersCredential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: FallCampus: The Centre for Creative [email protected]

Excitement, variety and a fast-paced environment are just a few of the benefits of entering the high profile field of advertising. People in this field need strong imaginations, strategic thinking abilities, attention to detail and superior writing and interpersonal skills.

You will learn the entire advertising process, including research, developing strategies, campaign planning, copywriting, production, and media planning and buying. You’ll gain insight into the main areas of agency operation: copywriting, media and account management.

This program mirrors the working world and standards that must be met – firm deadlines, multi-tasking, working under pressure and delivering professional presentations.

The final year is unique. Semester 5 features specialization streams that provide an advanced concentration in copywriting, media planning and buying or account service.

Students complete the program with a full-semester field placement, acquiring experience in the day-to-day activities of professional advertising.

Personal access to a computer is recommended. Supplementary course materials and consumable supplies, required for some courses in the program, are estimated at $400 per semester, including textbooks.

Note: This is not a graphic design program.

Benefitson-site professional software and media planning systems full-semester placement in an advertising agency or department choice of specialized studies in final semester faculty members experienced in today’s trends and techniques diploma reflects high standards of learning

careersGraduates work in the account management, media buying and planning or creative areas of advertising and other marketing communications companies, including direct marketing, promotions and event marketing.

Companies that have hired Centennial graduates include:

BatesCossetteDoner CanadaDraft FCB TorontoLeo BurnettMacLaren McCannJWTSaatchi & SaatchiSharpe BlackmoreTBWAYoung & Rubicam


academic requirementscompulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent

non-academic requirementsProgram admission session


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Program outlinesemester 1CA-101 Intro to Agency AdvertisingCA-104 Adv. Campaign PresentationCA-105 Foundations in MarketingCO-108 Computer Systems & ApplicationsCOMM-170 College Communications 2GNED-106 Consumer Psychology

semester 2CA-103 Advertising ResearchCA-106 Integrated MarketingCA-200 CopywritingCA-210 Account Management CO-106 Imaging COMM-180 College Communications 3

semester 3 CA-201 Advertising Media SelectionCA-206 Advertising PlanningCA-209 Advertising Design & ProductionCA-300 Retail & Direct Mail CopywritingGNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social

Analysis to Social Action

semester 4CA-208 Radio & TV AdvertisingCA-211 New Media & Print ProductionCA-305 Campaign PlanningCA-319 Advertising Business WritingELECT General Education

semester 5 – all streamsCA-318 Special ProjectCA-321 Advertising IssuesCA-322 Professional Practice

account services streamCA-317 Administration & FinanceCA-320 Advertising Campaign ManagementCA-323 Strategic Planning

media streamAMED-401 Interative 1AMED-407 Strategic Planning and Creative

Consumer EngagementCA-317 Administration & FinanceCA 320 Advertising Campaign Management

copywriting streamCA-311 Advanced CopywritingCA-324 New Media for AdvertisersCA-325 Portfolio Design

semester 6CA-350 Field Placement

* Minimum C grade required.

Note: Students are responsible for obtaining their own field placement.

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36 Architectural Technician

CENT Code: 31012 years/4 semestersCredential: Ontario College DiplomaCampus: Centennial HP Science and Technology [email protected]

Please note: students cannot apply directly to this program. Students who successfully complete the first two years of the three-year Architectural Technology program (p. 37) may apply to graduate from the two-year Architectural Technician program.

The Architectural Technician program prepares students for careers in the construction industry, working with architects, engineers, builders, contractors and municipal building departments. Using state-of-the-art computer technology, students prepare designs, construction drawings and specifications needed to communicate with clients, construction professionals and approval authorities. Student activities include preparing drawings for residential, industrial, commercial and institutional building types. Students are introduced to building materials, construction methods, structural design, mechanical and electrical services, building codes, contracts, specifications, and the business environment for providing design and construction services. Centennial’s Architectural Technician program places a strong emphasis on protecting the environment, energy conservation, and sustainable design and construction strategies.

Benefitsgraduates are eligible to join the Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario (AATO) and the Ontario Association for Applied Architectural Sciences (OAAAS)transfer credits/advanced standing may be awarded for previous science or engineering education

a matter of degreeGraduates of this program may qualify for advanced educational programs leading to professional careers through the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Syllabus.

careersArchitectural Technicians find creative and professionally rewarding careers working with architects, architectural technology firms, engineers, builders, contractors, developers, construction material manufacturers and suppliers, and municipal building departments. Employers of our graduates include Cassidy & Company, Architectural Technologists, Hunt Design Associates Inc, SNC Lavalin Nexacor and Viljoen Architect Inc.


academic requirementscompulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalentmath 11M or U or 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent


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Program outlinesemester 1ARCH-101 Design and Computer Aided Drafting

Project 1ENVR-101 Environment 1MATM-101 Materials and Methods 1MATH-111 Mathematics for Architecture 1MATH-154 Microcomputer Applications for

Technologist ACOMM-170/171 College Communications 2*ELECT General Education

semester 2ARAP-124 Applied PhysicsARCH-121 Drafting Project 2ENVR-123 Environment 2MATM-122 Materials and Methods 2MATH-112 Mathematics for Architecture 2GNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social


semester 3ACHS-204 Construction Health and SafetyARBC-205 Builders and ContractorsARCH-201 Design and Computer Aided Drafting

Project 3ENVR-203 Environment 3MATM-202 Materials and Methods 3GNED-158 History of Western Architecture

semester 4ARBS-222 Building Services 1ARCH-221 Design and Computer Aided Drafting

Project 4ARGR-224 Architectural GraphicsARST-305 StructuresENVR-223 Environment 4 ELECT General Education

* Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results and MATH-111 & COMM-170/171 must be successfully completed before the start of Semester 3.

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37Architectural Technology

CENT Code: 3115 (co-op) 3105 (non co-op)3 years/6 semestersCredential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, Wiinter Campus: Centennial HP Science and Technology [email protected]

Students who successfully complete the first two years of the three-year Architectural Technology program may apply to graduate from the two-year Architectural Technician program (see p. 36).

The Architectural Technology program prepares students for careers in the construction industry, working with architects, engineers, builders, contractors and municipal building departments. Using state-of-the-art computer technology, students prepare designs, construction drawings and specifications needed to communicate with clients, construction professionals and approval authorities. Student activities include preparing drawings for residential, industrial, commercial and institutional building types. Students are introduced to building materials, construction methods, structural design, mechanical and electrical services, building codes, contracts, specifications, and the business environment for providing design and construction services. Centennial’s Architectural Technology program places a strong emphasis on protecting the environment, energy conservation and sustainable design and construction strategies.

co-oP oPtionThis program offers a co-op component. Academically-qualified students can enhance their education by working as paid employees in the field, for a total of up to 12 months. This experience puts classroom learning into practice and provides valuable career contacts.

For more on co-op work terms, please see pages 18 and 195.

fast-tracK oPtionFast forward to the Fast-track option, page 136.

Benefit• graduates are eligible to join the Association

of Architectural Technologists of Ontario (AATO) and the Ontario Association for Applied Architectural Sciences (OAAAS)

a matter of degreeGraduates of this program may qualify for advanced educational programs leading to professional careers through the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Syllabus.

careersArchitectural technologists find creative and professionally rewarding careers working with architects, architectural technology firms, engineers, builders, contractors, developers, construction material manufacturers and suppliers and municipal building departments. Employers of our graduates include Cassidy & Company, Architectural Technologists, Hunt Design Associates Inc, SNC Lavalin Nexacor and Viljoen Architect Inc.


academic requirements• compulsory English 12C or U or skills

assessment, or equivalent• math 11M or U, or 12C or U or skills

assessment, or equivalent


Program outlinesemester 1ARCH-101 Design and Computer Aided Drafting

Project 1*ENVR-101 Environment 1*MATH-154 Microcomputer Applications for

Tech. A*MATM-101 Materials and Methods 1*MATH-111 Mathematics for Architecture 1*◆

COMM-170/171 College Communications 2*◆

ELECT General Education

semester 2ARAP-124 Applied Physics*ARCH-121 Design and Computer Aided Drafting

Project 2*ENVR-123 Environment 2*MATM-122 Materials and Methods 2*MATH-112 Mathematics for Architecture 2*GNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social


semester 3 ARBC-205 Builders and Contractors*ARCH-201 Design and Computer Aided Drafting

Project 3*ACHS-204 Construction Health & Safety*ENVR-203 Environment 3*GNED-158 History of Western Architecture*MATM-202 Materials and Methods 3*COOP-221 Employment Pre-placement

(program 3115 only)***

co-op Work term 1

semester 4 ARBS-222 Building Services 1*ARCH-221 Design and Computer Aided Drafting

Project 4*ARGR-224 Architectural Graphics*ARST-305 Structures*ENVR-223 Environment 4*ELECT General Education

co-op Work term 2

semester 5** ARBS-302 Building Services 2ARBW-307 Business WritingARCH-301 Design and CAD Complex ProjectARPE-306 Program Elective – Community Design 1ARPM-225 Project ManagementARPT-304 Advanced Presentation TechniquesENVR-303 Environment 5

co-op Work term 3

semester 6 ARBL-324 Building within the MunicipalityARCH-321 Design and CAD Multi-Use ProjectARCL-322 Contracts, Law and Professional

Practice & EthicsARPE-326 Program Elective – Community Design 2ARSW-325 Specification Writing & Contracts ENVR-323 Environment 6 * Minimum C grade required for Technologist. ** Minimum 2.0 GPA required for entry into semester 5 *** Minimum C grade in COMM-170, minimum 2.5 GPA,

and minimum 80 per cent of Year 1 courses required for COOP-221. Departmental Academic Standards for co-op eligibility also apply.

◆MATH-111 & COMM-170/171 must be successfully completed before the start of semester 3.

Note: Students have completed all courses in semester 4 will have all the prerequisites requirements for courses in semester 5 & 6.

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38 Art and Design Foundation Studies

CENT Code: 64091 years/2 semestersCredential: Ontario College CertificateStart: Fall, WinterCampus: The Centre for Creative [email protected]

The Art and Design Foundation Studies program is an accelerated visual art fundamentals program allowing you to nurture your artistic talents and build new creative and practical skills.

Established in 1974, this program is a unique blend of traditional and digital art, preparing you with the critical basics for a career in the visual arts.

You will build your portfolio and be prepared for more specialized programs in Digital Animation, Game Design, Fine Arts Studio or Graphic Design – Media and related art and design programs at Centennial College and elsewhere.

Study a wide range of courses in traditional approaches to drawing, life drawing and three-dimensional design, to introductory courses in digital imaging, time-based art and design and digital design.

Take advantage of our mid-town Toronto campus a vital resource. Develop your creative and practical skills in the studio and develop a familiarity with digital media complemented with a practical understanding of drawing, colour theory and 3D art and design.

There are a number of mandatory field trips to galleries, museums and other world-class art and design facilities and institutions.

Industry leaders have crafted our programs and employers tell us what skills are needed in the evolving workplace. This means that your education is current, practical and always hands-on.

Benefits• create a comprehensive portfolio of artwork

required for admission to specialized arts programs

• a broadly-based program of study including traditional and digital media

• a comparatively small program encouraging a dynamic working relationship between faculty and students

• located in Canada’s cultural and artistic centre • extensive facilities at Canada’s renowned

Centre for Creative Communications campus • successful completion of the Art & Design

Foundation Studies program meets the requirements for admission to Centennial’s Graphic Design, Fine Arts Studio, Interactive Digital Media and Digital Animation programs

• access to programs that require fundamental-level visual art education, such as programs at the Ontario College of Art and Design and community colleges

• an increasing number of agreements with other colleges providing Centennial graduates with greater access to specialized programs

• certificate reflects high standards of learning

a matter of degree Qualified graduates may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with selected universities, institutes, and professional associations. These partnerships allow graduates to apply academic credit towards further study.

Our partners are:

• Athabasca University, Professional Arts degree (Communication Studies)

• Ryerson University (Image Arts)





Program outlinesemester 1VISU-109 Digital ImagingVISU-111 Colour StudioVISU-114 Drawing 1VISU-116 Visual Design FundamentalsVISU118 Portfolio DevelopmentCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)* OR COMM 170/171 College Communications 2/(ESL)*GNED-145 Contemporary Art History

semester 2VISU-115 Digital Art & Design StudioVISU-117 Time-based Art & DesignVISU-121 3D Art & Design StudioVISU-124 Drawing 2VISU126 Professional PracticeCOMM-170 College Communications 2/(ESL)*ELECT General Education

* Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results.

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39Auto Body Repair Techniques

CENT Code: 840536 weeks/3 semestersCredential: Ontario College CertificateStart: FallCampus: [email protected]

Open the door to a career in the automotive industry – even if you have no previous auto body experience. The goal of this program is to lead you to that all-important first job by giving you the practical skills to ensure you are current and competitive in the auto body repair field.

The curriculum has been modelled on the apprenticeship in-school program and has been structured to allocate about 40 per cent of your schedule to hands-on practice time.

Auto Body Repair Techniques provides an alternate route towards obtaining hard-to-get apprenticeship positions with courses approved by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

You’ll learn how to repair automobile bodies and prepare them for painting. You will also gain practice in welding using MIG and oxy-acetylene equipment; auto body and frame repair; refinishing procedures and related mechanical systems.

Benefitsgain a certificate and the knowledge and skills to make you more employablefaculty are committed to student success and help to make graduates’ skills known to potential employersprogram is industry-drivenlearn in a simulated work environment in a state-of-the-art auto body repair lab completely updated in 2006 active Program Advisory Committee provides insights on current industry developments and practicesgraduates may have an opportunity for credit toward their apprenticeship requirements

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careersAs a graduate of Auto Body Repair Techniques, you will have a certificate from Centennial – which is highly-recognized by the auto industry. This program has an excellent success rate in providing opportunities for graduates to find part-time jobs while in school and permanent full-time positions upon completion.

Typical positions include:

auto body apprenticeapprentice painterservice advisorappraisal traineeparts technician

accreditationOur commitment to the pursuit of excellence in the delivery of education and training has lead to the assessment of the program by the Canadian Automotive Repair and Service Council (CARS). After a comprehensive review of the Auto Body Repair Techniques program, the CARS National Accreditation Board unanimously endorsed the program’s full compliance with the national industry standards on February 1, 2001.


academic requirementscompulsory English 12C or U, or skills assessment or equivalent


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Program outlinesemester 1 BODY-101 Applied Work Practices and

Procedures 1BODY-102 Body and Frame Repair 1BODY-103 Refinishing 1BODY-104 Applied Mechanical Systems 1MATH-132 Mathematics for Auto BodyGNED-126 Occupational Health and Safety

semester 2 BODY-201 Applied Work Practices and

Procedures 2BODY-202 Body and Frame Repair 2BODY-203 Refinishing 2BODY-204 Applied Mechanical Systems 1NE-205 Communication Skills for Auto Body 1

semester 3 BODY-301 Applied Work Practices and

Procedures 3BODY-302 Body and Frame Repair 3BODY-303 Refinishing 3BODY-304 Applied Mechanical Systems 3NE-305 Communication Skills for Auto Body 2

Note: Minimum D grade in all subjects with an overall GPA of 2.0 is required for graduation.

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40 Automotive Service Technician

CENT Code: 8206 (co-op)2 years/6 semesters (including 2 semesters co-op work placement)Credential: Ontario College DiplomaStart: Fall, WinterCampus: [email protected]

co-oP aPPrenticeshiPThis program, of which Chrysler Canada Inc. is a valuable partner, will prepare students for exciting futures as skilled professionals in the transportation field, one of Canada’s largest industries. This in-school training is an essential part of apprenticeship.

Successful students will earn an Ontario College Diploma, will have eight months of practical, on-the-job, co-op training in a Chrysler dealership and complete their entire Ontario Apprenticeship in-school curriculum within two years. In addition, students will take a unique advanced electrical and electronics diagnosis course in this program.

To complete this program, students will spend the first eight months in school, eight months in co-op as a registered apprentice and a final eight months in school. As part of the in-school curriculum, students will train on automobile assemblies in fully-equipped campus automotive labs. Students will focus on Chrysler product component design and repair as it applies to the apprenticeship curriculum. In addition, students will take courses in automotive trade business, English and general education which will help prepare them for employment opportunities in a dealership administrative role.

Benefitscombination of in-school theory and lab experiencefacilities in Ontario’s largest transportation training centre – Ashtonbee campuscompletion of both in-school apprenticeship curriculum and Ontario College Diplomaadvanced vocational and automotive business related courseson-the-job experience in a paid co-op placement at a DaimlerChrysler dealership

careersSuccessful students will qualify for careers in the automotive industry such as:

automotive service technicianservice writer/advisorservice managerinstructor/professorauto company representative

admission requirementsCentennial College expects students applying for admission to certificate or diploma programs to present at minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or General Educational Development (GED) or equivalent. Possession of minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

non-academic requirementsEnglish proficiency will be considered in the admissions process.satisfactory results in a program admission sessionresumé/transcript review may be required


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Program outlinesemester 1DAST-101 Work PracticesDAST-102 Engine SystemsDAST-105 Drive Train SystemsDAST-106 Suspension/Steering & BrakesDAST-107 Electrical/Electronics & EmissionsGNED-126 Occupational Health & Safety

semester 2DAST-201 Air Conditioning SystemDAST-202 Engine SystemsDAST-205 Drive Train SystemsDAST-206 Suspension/Steering & BrakesDAST-207 Electrical/Electronics & EmissionsCOMM-170/171 College Communications 2/ESL)COOP-221 Employment Preplacement

semester 3cCOOP-522 Co-op Work Placement Period

semester 4cCOOP-523 Co-op Work Placement Period

semester 3DAST-302 Engine SystemsDAST-306 Suspension/steering & BrakesDAST-307 Electrical/Electronics & EmissionsDAST-501 Autobody EstimatingENGL-219 Communications for Professionals in

the Auto IndustryBUSN-221 Organizational Behaviour

semester 4DAST-301 Electronic Climate ControlDAST-305 Drive Train SystemsDAST-607 Advanced Electrical/Electronic Control

Systems DiagnosisDACO-611 Fixed Operations ManagementDAST-608 Diesel, Hybrid and Alternate Fuel

TechnologyGNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social

Analysis to Social ActionELECT General Education


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41Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance

CENT Code: 8112, Option M2 years/4 semestersCredential: Ontario College DiplomaStart: Fall Campus: [email protected]

This program is accredited by Transport Canada. Graduates who meet the accreditation standard will receive, in addition to an Ontario College Diploma, an 18 month experience credit towards a Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence. For further information, please contact the program area.

Learn highly sought after skills in aircraft maintenance, powerplants, structures, inspections, troubleshooting, mechanical, electrical and electronic skills, as well as other sciences related to aircraft maintenance, to equip yourself for work in the aircraft maintenance industry.

A significant portion of time is spent on practical application in labs working on aircraft engines, conducting aircraft and component inspections in a maintenance environment, and performing flight-line activities.

Option M, Aircraft Maintenance, emphasizes the repair of a wide-range of electrical and mechanical systems within an aircraft – hydraulics, fuels, environmental systems, engines, surface controls and undercarriage systems, and the aircraft’s frame and external skin. Aviation maintenance servicing practices and procedures, as well as aviation regulation requirements, round out your training.

If you are currently unable to meet the admission requirements of this program, please refer to our General Arts and Science – Science Option program – code 6903 (p. 28). Upon successful completion of the Science Option program you will be eligible to enter Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance program.

BENEFITS extensive facilities and equipment, including on-site hangar and various aircraftcomprehensive courses and theories reinforced by hands-on lab and shop work training geared directly to the needs of the aircraft industryaffiliated with the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Associationdiploma earned reflects high standards of learninggraduates who meet attendance requirements, project completion requirements, and attain final grades of 70 per cent in each course, are granted up to 18 months credit towards their Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s licence in category M by Transport Canada

a matter of degreeQualified graduates may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with selected universities. These partnerships allow graduates to apply academic credit towards further study.

Our partner is: British Columbia Institute of Technology, (Technology Management degree)

careers Aircraft maintenance technicians work on a variety of aircraft types in many areas of the industry, including manufacturers, airlines, aircraft maintenance companies and other Canadian aviation operations. Graduates are also suitably trained to seek employment in non-aircraft related areas of certain repair and manufacturing industries.

Some of the organizations hiring Centennial College Aviation Technician (Aircraft Maintenance) graduates include:

Air CanadaAir Canada JazzBombardier/de Havilland Inc.Diamond AircraftEnterprise AirField Aviation Company Inc.Kelowna Flightcraft Leggat Aviation Inc. Toronto Airways LimitedGreat Slave Helicopters

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academic requirements compulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalentmath 11M or U or 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent


Program outline semester 1 AIRC-109 Safety and Human FactorsAIRC-110 Piston Engines and PropellersAIRC-111 Sheet Metal & Aircraft StructuresAIRC-112 Tools, Materials & ProcessesAIRC-113 Theory of FlightAIRC-114 Aircraft PublicationsAIRC-115 Aircraft Applied MathematicsAIRC-116 Electrical FundamentalsAIRC-117 Avionics Fundamentals 1

semester 2 AIRC-135 Turbine EnginesAIRC-136 Aircraft Hydraulics & Landing GearAIRC-137 Canadian Aviation RegulationsAIRC-138 Hangar – Maintenance ProceduresAIRC-139 Airframe SystemsAIRC-140 Aircraft Solid State and Data Bus LogicAIRC-141 Avionics Fundamentals 2AIRC-142 Power Generation and DistributionAIRC-143 Aircraft Instruments

semester 3 AIRC-248 Materials and Processes 2AIRC-249 Piston Engines 2AIRC-250 Rotary Wing ControlsAIRC-251 Maintenance Procedures 1

semester 4 AIRC-252 Turbine Engines 2AIRC-253 PropellersAIRC-254 Aircraft InspectionAIRC-255 M1 & M2 Aircraft Systems MaintenanceAIRC-256 Maintenance Procedures 2

Note: A minimum C grade in all courses is required for graduation, but Transport Canada licensing and accreditation requires both a minimum B grade in every course and an absentee rate of less than five per cent.

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42 Aviation Technician – Avionics Maintenance

CENT Code: 8113, Option E2 years/4 semestersCredential: Ontario College DiplomaStart: Fall Campus: [email protected]

This program is accredited by Transport Canada. Graduates who meet the accreditation standard will receive, in addition to an Ontario College Diploma, an 18 month experience credit towards a Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence. For further information, please contact the program area.

This program, approved by Transport Canada, trains you in skills from basic electronics to sophisticated avionic systems used in modern aircraft.

The emphasis in Option E, Avionics Maintenance, is on the aircraft’s various electronic systems – electrical power distribution and control, navigation, flight instrumentation, communication and radar. You are given equal time in theory and lab training. Shop work on various aircraft is also included. Aviation maintenance servicing practices and procedures, as well as aviation regulation requirements, round out this training.

This program is also designed to prepare bench technicians for avionic-approved shops and aircraft manufacturing companies.

If you are currently unable to meet the admission requirements of this program, please refer to our General Arts and Science – Science Option program – code 6903 (page 28). Upon successful completion of the Science Option program you will be eligible to enter Aviation Technician – Avionics Maintenance program.

Benefits extensive facilities and equipment, including on-site hangar and various aircraftcomprehensive courses and theory reinforced by hands-on lab and shop work training geared directly to needs of aircraft industryaffiliated with the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Association and the Aircraft Electronics Associationdiploma reflects high standards of learninggraduates who meet attendance requirements, project completion requirements, and attain final grades of 70 per cent in each course, are granted up to 18 months credit towards their Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s licence in category E by Transport Canada

careers Graduates of this program qualify for employment with major airlines and operators of general business and light aircraft. They may also find employment in non-aircraft related electronic industries.

Some of the organizations hiring graduates include:

Air CanadaAir Canada JazzI.M.P. Group Ltd. – Aerospace Division Bombardier/de Havilland Inc.Eurocopter Canada Ltd.Mid Canada Mod Centre Field Aviation Kelowna Flightcraft

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academic requirements compulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalentmath 11M or U or 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent


Program outline semester 1 AIRC-109 Safety and Human FactorsAIRC-110 Piston Engines and PropellersAIRC-111 Sheet Metal & Aircraft StructuresAIRC-112 Tools, Materials & ProcessesAIRC-113 Theory of FlightAIRC-114 Aircraft PublicationsAIRC-115 Aircraft Applied MathematicsAIRC-116 Electrical FundamentalsAIRC-117 Avionics Fundamentals 1

semester 2 AIRC-135 Turbine EnginesAIRC-136 Aircraft Hydraulics & Landing GearAIRC-137 Canadian Aviation RegulationsAIRC-138 Hangar Maintenance ProceduresAIRC-139 Airframe SystemsAIRC-140 Aircraft Solid State and Data Bus LogicAIRC-141 Avionics Fundamentals 2AIRC-142 Power Generation and DistributionAIRC-143 Aircraft Instruments

semester 3 AIRC-257 Avionics Installation PracticesAIRC-258 Avionics Troubleshooting PracticesAIRC-259 Communications Systems MaintenanceAIRC-260 Digital Avionics Practices

semester 4AIRC-261 Pulse Navigation SystemsAIRC-262 Navigation Systems MaintenanceAIRC-263 Digital Avionics Practices 2AIRC-264 Avionics Troubleshooting Practices 2

Note: A minimum C grade in all courses is required for graduation, but Transport Canada licensing and accreditation requires both a minimum B grade in every course and an absentee rate of less than five per cent.

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43Biomedical Engineering Technology

CENT Code: 3417 (co-op) 3407 (non-co-op)3 years/6 semestersCredential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, WinterCampus: Centennial HP Science and Technology [email protected]

In the biomedical equipment industry, engineering and scientific disciplines merge resulting in innovations that bring benefits to both the health care system and society. Firms in this industry must now meet the challenge of providing a wider range of quality products. As a result, there will be a greater need for qualified professionals.

In response to this growing demand for technology professionals who understand health-related fields, Centennial College is offering the new Biomedical Engineering Technology program, which will prepare graduates for a challenging career with the latest technology. The program will continue to evolve to reflect the ever-growing innovations.

Biomedical engineering integrates various principles including electronics, micro-controller, computer, chemical, biology, medicine, health, and engineering in the design of medical equipment, rehabilitation and health improvement devices.

This program provides an optimum balance between theory and hands-on labs with ever present technical problem-solving. Students can graduate as technicians after the first two years, or continue in this three-year technology program.

co-oP oPtionThis program offers an optional co-op component. Academically-qualified students enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in the field.

The experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but also provides valuable contacts for future careers.


Benefitsopportunity for three paid co-op work termshands-on experience with a wide-range of high-tech equipmenta strong focus on hands-on labs to enhance classroom learningactive student chapter of Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)advanced diploma is recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards of learning

a matter of degreeQualified graduates may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with selected universities. These partnerships allow graduates to apply academic credit towards further study.

Our partners are: Athabasca University, Science degree Lakehead University, Engineering degree.

careers As this is a new program, no graduates have been in the work force yet, however, health care technology professionals work in a variety of settings. These include hospitals, medical equipment companies, pharmaceutical companies and rehabilitation facilities. They will also find employment working in quality control, sales and customer service.



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semester 2CNET-208 C/C++ ProgrammingETEC-121 Electronics 1ETEC-122 Digital Electronics 2ETEC-123 Electric Circuits 2ETEC-126 Computer NetworksMATH-180 Technology Math 3ELECT General Education

semester 3ANAT-106 Applied Anatomy & PhysiologyBTEC-211 Biomedical Engineering 1BTEC-212 Infection Control & Microbiology ETEC-201 Electronics 2ETEC-204 Electronic Communication SystemsMLAB-101 Clinical Laboratory TechniquesGNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social

Analysis to Social ActionCOOP-221 Employment Pre-placement ***

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co-op Work term 1

semester 4BTEC-221 Biomedical Engineering 2BTEC-222 Dialysis & Water TreatmentETEC-202 Microcontrollers 1ETEC-203 Measurement & InstrumentationETEC-221 Electronics 3ETEC-225 Quality Control & Tech Project

co-op Work term 2

semester 5****BTEC-312 Biomechanics & Rehabilitation

EngineeringBTEC-313 Medical Imaging SystemsBTEC-314 Photonics Devices & Laser TreatmentETEC-306 QA & Project ManagementETEC-222 Microcontrollers 2ETEC-223 Control Systems 1ETEC-224 Data Communications & Networks

co-op Work term 3

semester 6****BTEC-321 Advanced Topics in Biomedical

EngineeringBTEC-325 Computer Integrated Surgery

& Telemedicine BTEC-327 Biomedical ProjectETEC-205 RF Transmission & MeasurementsETEC-324 Wireless Networks & ApplicationsEMPS-101 Employment Skills 1 (3407)ELECT General Education * Student will be placed in the appropriate English level

based on skills assessment results. ** Student will be placed in the appropriate math level based

on skills assessment results.*** Minimum C grade in COMM-170/171, minimum 2.5 GPA,

and minimum 80 per cent of year 1 courses required for COOP-221.

****Minimum 2.0 GPA required for progression to semester 5 and 6 and technology graduation.

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CENT Code: 36012 years/4 semestersCredential: Ontario College DiplomaStart: FallCampus: Centennial HP Science and Technology Centre [email protected]

This nationally-accredited program prepares you to work as a bench tech (in quality control /quality assurance) in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. We provide thorough practical training in industrial microbiology as well as chemistry – analytical, organic and biochemistry. Laboratory techniques, including appropriate safety procedures, are extensively highlighted. A special feature of the program is our focus on the project approach, with independently designed microbiology projects that enhance your problem-solving and research skills.

You will learn to:Isolate, enumerate and identify microorganisms from many types of samples (water, soil, air, your body, and food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products)prepare specimens for staining and become an expert light-microscopistbecome proficient in aseptic handling of materialsaccurately calibrate and use a range of instruments such as pH and BOD meters, Gas Chromatographs, spectrophotometers (regular/IR/UV), HPLC’s etc.prepare microbiological media and reagents; culture pathogenic microbes; and design and perform your own microbiology experimentsuse microorganisms to assay pharmaceutical products.and much, much more.

You may graduate in two years as a biotechnology technician or continue for a third year to study specialized topics such as advanced biotechnology and microbial genetics or systematic microbiology, graduating as a biotechnology technologist.

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aWardsThe Biotechnology Technician program is a repeat recipient of the Centennial College President’s Academic Program Recognition Award for outstanding student satisfaction.

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careersGraduates typically start their careers as quality control technicians in a broad-range of industries – food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals and also in related government agencies

The organizations our graduates work for include: • Kisko Products• Hermann Laue Spice Company• Apotex Inc.• Agropur – Division Natrel• Mill Street Brewery• MAXXAM Analytics • Campbell Soup Company• bioMerieux Canada Inc.• Griffiths laboratories• Cosmetica laboratories Inc.

ctaB nationally accredited ProgramThe Biotechnology Technician – Industrial Microbiology program has met the national technology accreditation requirements established by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) and, as such, has received national accreditation status by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB).

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OACETT (The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists) recognizes the Biotechnology Technician – Industrial

Microbiology program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Technician category.


academic requirementscompulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalentmath 11M or U or 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent


Program outlinesemester 1BI-111 Introduction to Biological SystemsCH-101 Chemistry 1MATH-154 Microcomputer Applications for

TechnologyMATH-176 Mathematics 2**COMM-170/171 College Communications 2*GNED-126 Occupational Health and Safety

semester 2BI-121 MicrobiologyBI-122 Microbial TechniquesCH-122 Lab InstrumentationCH-125 Inorganic Chemistry for MicrobiologyMATH-186 Statistics for Applied Science**ELECT General Education

semester 3BI-207 Microbiology Project 1BI-208 Food MicrobiologyCH-121 Organic ChemistryCH-207 Analytical ChemistryENGL-250 Communication for TechnologyGNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social

Analysis to Social Action*

semester 4BI-206 Microbiology Project 2BI-209 Pharmaceutical MicrobiologyCH-203 Food ChemistryCH-222 Biochemistry 1ELECT General Education

* Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results. Students in two- or three-year programs must complete GNED-500 as part of their general education requirements.

** Students who test at an advanced level may be accelerated directly into MATH-176 in semester 1 and MATH-186 in semester 2. Those taking MATH-140 will have the opportunity to complete MATH-186 between semesters 2 and 3.

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CENT Code: 3602 (non co-op) 3612 (co-op)3 years/6 semestersCredential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: FallCampus: Centennial HP Science and Technology Centre [email protected]

This nationally-accredited program prepares you for the scientific principles, techniques and skills required in industrial microbiology. Specialized study also includes biotechnology applications, biochemistry, microbial genetics, clinical and environmental microbiology.

Proficiency in research laboratory techniques and presentation skills developed through independent projects complements three years of theory and skills application.

You will learn to:isolate, enumerate and identify microorganisms from many types of samplesaccurately calibrate and use instruments such as pH and BOD meters, Gas Chromatographs, spectrophotometers , HPLC’s, centrifuges, PCR thermocyclers, Gel electrophoresis equipment etc.prepare media and reagents to culture pathogenic microbes; design and perform advanced microbiology and microbial genetics experimentsIsolate DNA; perform gel electrophoresis and PCR (polymerase chain reaction) on samples

co-oP oPtionAcademically-qualified students enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in their field. This experience allows you to put classroom learning into practice, and provides valuable contacts for future careers.


aWardsThe Biotechnology Technologist programs are repeat recipients of the Centennial College President’s Academic Program Recognition Award for outstanding student satisfaction.

Joint sPecialist degree/diPloma Program (utsc)Students can earn a Biotechnology Technologist diploma from Centennial while working on an Honours BSc degree in Industrial Microbiology from the University of Toronto, Scarborough (UTSC).

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Benefitsnational accreditation improves the mobility of graduates anywhere in Canada and abroadgraduates may apply for certification through OACETT (Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists) to use one of the following professional designations CET (Certified Engineering Technologist) or AScT (Applied Science Technologist)advanced project-based learning Improves independent problem-solving and research skills

careersFood, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, government and environmental agencies all offer career opportunities. Besides laboratory work, graduates may choose to work in product development, production or sales management. The organizations our graduates work for include:

Kisko ProductsHermann Laue Spice CompanyApotex Inc.Agropur – Division NatrelMill Street Brewery MAXXAM Analytics bioMerieux Canada Inc.Cosmetica laboratories Inc.

ctaB nationally accredited ProgramThe Biotechnology Technologist – Industrial Microbiology program has met the national technology accreditation requirements established by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) and, as such, has received national accreditation status by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB).

recognition as a certified engineering technologist

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Microbiology program as meeting all the academic requirements for certification in the Technologist category.


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Program outlinesemester 1BI-111 Intro to Biological Systems***CH-101 Chemistry 1***COMM-170 College Communications 2*MATH-154 Microcomputer Applications for

Technology A MATH-176 Mathematics 2**GNED-126 Occupational Health & Safety

semester 2BI-121 Microbiology***BI-122 Microbiology Techniques***CH-122 Lab Instrumentation***CH-125 Inorganic Chemistry for MicrobiologyMATH-186 Statistics for Applied Science**ELECT General Education

semester 3BI-207 Microbiology Project 1***BI-208 Food Microbiology*** CH-121 Organic Chemistry***CH-207 Analytical Chemistry***ENGL-250 Communication for TechnologyGNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social

Analysis to Social Action*COOP-221 Employment Pre-placement

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co-op Work term 1

semester 4BI-206 Microbiology Project 2***BI-209 Pharmaceutical Microbiology***CH-203 Food Chemistry***CH-222 Biochemistry 1***ELECT General Education

co-op Work term 2

semester 5BI-302 Microbial GeneticsBI-303 Microbiology Project 3BI-312 Applications of BiotechnologyCH-302 Biochemistry 2

co-op Work term 3

semester 6BI-304 Environmental MicrobiologyBI-305 Advanced BiotechnologyBI-307 Microbiology Project 4 BI-308 Systematic Microbiology * Students will be placed in the appropriate English level

based on skills assessment results. Students in two- or three-year programs must complete GNED-500 as part of their general education requirements.

** Students who test at an advanced level may be accelerated directly into MATH-176 in semester 1 and MATH-186 in semester 2. Those taking MATH-140 will have the opportunity to complete MATH-186 between semesters 2 and 3.

*** Minimum C grade required for entry into semester 5. To qualify for co-op work terms, completion of 80 per cent of year one courses, a minimum 2.5 GPA, and a minimum C grade in ENGL-170 are required.

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CENT Code: 64013 years/6 semestersCredential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, WinterCampus: The Centre for Creative [email protected]

There has never been a more exciting time to launch a career in this medium. From Hollywood blockbuster movies to digital amateur documentaries, our stories are being told through dramatic fiction, news and documentaries.

The world of film and broadcasting is exploding, providing the next generation of storytellers with new opportunities in front of and behind the camera.

The Broadcasting and Film program prepares you with both creative and technical skills for film, television and radio. Creating new and original story ideas, you’ll learn how to manage the creative production and development process to realize your unique creative vision.

You’ll develop a balance between the artistic and commercial aspects and become exposed to a variety of industry practices and players.

You’ll be placed directly in the action in our broadcasting studios and build your skills and creative talents at a professional level.

Students spend 15 weeks in a full-time industry field placement. Our award-winning graduates are key players in the Canadian film and television industry.

Benefits• full-semester field placement• computer-based broadcast studios, equipment

and systems• Centennial’s curriculum is unique in providing

comprehensive course content covering film, television and radio

• advanced diploma reflects high standards of learning

a matter of degree Qualified graduates may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with selected universities, institutes, and professional associations. These partnerships allow graduates to apply academic credit towards further study.

Our Partner is:• Athabasca University, Professional Arts degree (Communication Studies)

careersGraduates have been hired by:• radio and television stations, including

specialty channels• commercial sound and video production

companies• corporate video houses• feature and series film producers


academic requirements• compulsory English 12C or U, or skills


non-academic requirementsProgram admission session

• Writing Test• English proficiency will be considered in the

admissions process.• As part of the admission requirements, you

will be required to present a portfolio of work. Your portfolio must:a) include, either in writing or on-screen, the

role you played in each submitted workb) be labelled as BROADCASTING AND FILM

and include your name, address, phone number and e-mail address

c) demonstrate your skill and ability to tell a story using two of the following:

- video tape/DVD - audio tape/CD/Mini Disc - digital images

- photographic prints - scripted material in any format that

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Communication ProcessesRT-100 Intro to Writing for Broadcast and Film*RT-106 Introduction to Broadcast Production

Systems*COMM-170 College Communications 2GNED-148 History of Broadcasting

semester 2CO-105 Imaging: Photography*RT-105 Broadcast & Film Writing 2*RT-107 Broadcast Production Systems 2*RT-108 Film Appreciation & Analysis*COMM-180 College Communications 3

semester 3 RT-203 Broadcast Journalism 2*RT-207 Single Camera Film and Video*RT-208 Broadcast Production Systems 3*RT-214 Essentials of Screenwriting*GNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social


semester 4 CO-428 Integrated MediaRT-209 Broadcast Production Systems 4*RT-210 Broadcast Journalism 3*RT-211 BCCC Journal*RT-212 Single Camera Film and Video 2*RT-215 Sound to Picture Design*

semester 5 RT-213 Single Camera Film and Video 3*RT-305 Advanced Broadcast Production

Systems*RT-313 Broadcast Career Management*RT-315 Special Project/Internship*ELECT General Education

semester 6RT-300 Field Placement*

* Minimum C grade required.

Note: Students are responsible for obtaining their own field placement.

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CENT Code: 28032 years/4 semestersCredential: Ontario College DiplomaStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: [email protected]

Every phase of the business process is taught – from product marketing and business operations to accounting and human resource management; all applied with practical hands-on applications using the latest technologies. As a business generalist, you can work in a wide range of business careers, including retail and sales, acquiring a solid foundation to build your career in business.

Learn through assignments that reflect the latest activities of the business world, including participation in simulated contract negotiations, identifying sales opportunities, making presentations to prospects, conducting computer analyses and forecasts, and analyzing companies through case studies.

Benefitscommon first year for most business programs gives you a good industry overviewopportunity to move to a more advanced three-year programcovers all major areas of business managementemphasizes general business and sales coursesmicrocomputer training in popular business software including Excel and Accessstudent membership privileges with major professional associations such as the Canadian Institute of Management (CIM) and the Human Resources Professionals Association of Ontario (HRPAO)diploma earned is recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards of learning

careersThe general nature of this program gives graduates a great deal of flexibility in career opportunities. Support positions in sales, purchasing, HR, finance and operations in manufacturing and service industries present rewarding careers.

Organizations hiring our graduates include:

Bell CanadaCoca-ColaEnbridge GasHarry RosenHonda CanadaSecurities CanadaScotia McLeodThe Hudson’s Bay Co.Wal-Mart

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Program outlinesemester 1 BUSN-110 Critical Business PracticesBUSN-119 Business FundamentalsCOMP-101 Intro to Microcomputer Application

SoftwareMATH-106 Mathematics of FinanceCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)*

semester 2ACCT-112 Financial Accounting 1BUSN-129 Business OperationsCOMP-121 Intermediate Microcomputer

Application SoftwareCOMM170/171 College Communications 2/(ESL)*GNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social


semester 3BUSN-210 Career ExplorationBUSN-333 Business CommunicationsHRMT-301 Human Resource ManagementINTL-220 International Business ConceptsELECT General EducationMKTG-116/117 Principles of Marketing (ESL)

semester 4BUSN-221 Organizational Behaviour ORMGMT-222 Management PrinciplesECON-302 Economics for Business &

ManagementJOBS-221 Job Search SkillsMKTG-222 RetailingMKTG-223 Professional SellingELECT General Education

*Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results.


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This program provides students with excellent accounting training in a shorter time frame than the three-year Accounting co-op and non co-op programs. All the quality features of our accounting programs are present. However, you will not study certain subjects at the advanced level. You will still be prepared to succeed in the workplace – we have worked hard at designing a two-year program that is rigorous and develops saleable skills. If you want to continue your studies in the three-year program, the opportunity is available.

This two-year accounting program concentrates on building skills in financial and managerial accounting and developing strong skills in accounting software. Communications and analytical skills are also emphasized, as they are important for employment. Graduates look forward to rewarding employment opportunities in a wide range of business sectors.

Benefitsrigorous study of accounting theory and practicehands-on experience with industry standard computer software, including Simply Accounting and ACCPACgain knowledge in general business subjectsgraduates of the two-year program may move on to the final year of the three-year program if they desire more specialized accounting and business studies

careersGraduates are prepared for careers in manufacturing, merchandising and service organizations. Opportunities are available in:

accounts payableaccounts receivablecredit and collectionsfixed asset managementinventory managementmanagerial and cost accountingpayroll


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Applications SoftwareECON-104 Principles of MicroeconomicsMATH-106 Mathematics of Finance*COMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)*

semester 2ACCT-150 Small Business SoftwareACCT-221 Financial Accounting 2BUSN-225 Quantitative Methods 1COMP-121 Intermediate Microcomputer

Applications SoftwareGNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social


semester 3ACCT-226 Taxation 1ACCT-228 Accounting Microcomputer

Applications 1ACCT-255 Intermediate Accounting 1ENGL-253 Advanced Business CommunicationsELECT General Education

semester 4ACCT-222 Management Accounting 1ACCT-224 Corporate Finance 1ACCT-257 Accounting Information SystemsACCT-265 Intermediate Accounting 2JOBS-221 Job Search SkillsELECT General Education

* Students will be placed in the appropriate English and math levels based on skills assessment results. This may lead to additional courses and require extra time and fees.


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CENT Code: 2416 (co-op) 2406 (non co-op)3 years/6 semesters (9 semesters 2416)Credential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: [email protected]

Obtain a well-rounded business foundation with an opportunity to specialize or continue onto a degree. Focus on entrepreneurship and small business, human resources, marketing, business operations management or international business.

Learn through hands-on assignments that simulate actual business situations using the latest enabling technologies. Develop a business plan, a marketing plan, improve the efficiency of the production process, learn how to hire, and complete a set of accounts.

co-oP oPtionEnrol in our co-op option. Academically-qualified students enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but also provides valuable contacts for future careers.


Benefitsstudents can easily complete a second majorcommon first year gives you a solid business foundation and the flexibility to move to other programschance to complete program in a concentrated 2.5 year formatmicrocomputer training in popular business software including Excel and Access advanced diploma earned is recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards of learninggraduates are eligible to apply for Centennial’s Marketing Management, International Business or Human Resources Graduate Certificate programsmembership privileges with the Canadian Institute of Management (CIM) and Human Resources Professionals Association of Ontario (HRPAO)

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Our partners are: Athabasca University, Administration degreeLakehead University, Administration degreeNorthwood University U.S.A., Business Administration degreeRoyal Roads University, Commerce degreeRyerson University, Bachelor of CommerceUniversity of Lethbridge, Management degree

Note: Students who plan to go on to university should see their program coordinator in the second semester.

careersGraduates are prepared for a wide-range of careers from personnel management, general administration, sales, purchasing, accounting and finance to general and public administration, small business or franchise management. Organizations hiring our graduates include: Amex Bank of Canada, Bell Canada, Honda Canada, IBM, Scotiabank, and Universal Films of Canada.



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Application SoftwareCOMM-170/171 College Communications 2/(ESL)*GNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social


semester 3BUSN-333 Business CommunicationsHRMT-301 Human Resource ManagementINTL-220 International Business ConceptsMKTG-116/117 Principles of Marketing (ESL)BUSN-210 Career ExplorationELECT General EducationCOOP-221 Employment Pre-placement**

co-op Work term

semester 4ACCT-222 Management Accounting 1BUSN-226 Business AnalysisBUSN-350 Business EthicsSMAL-222 Small Business FinanceSMAL-307 Introduction to Entrepreneurial

BehaviourELECT General Education

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semester 5BUSN-225 Quantitative Methods 1ECON-302 Economics for Business & ManagementMGMT-222 Management PrinciplesOMGT-229 Project Management for BusinessELECT Professional Business option✧

co-op Work term

semester 6BUSN-221 Organizational BehaviourBUSN-331 Business LawBUSN-332 Business StrategySMAL-331 Developing a Business PlanELECT Professional Business option✧

* Students will be placed in the appropriate English and math levels based on skills assessment results.

** To qualify for co-op work placement you will need to complete employment pre-placement. The requirements are: • completion of eight out of 10 courses in semesters 1 and 2 • a minimum C grade in ENGL-170/171 • a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

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CENT Code: 2415 (co-op) 2405 (non co-op)3 years/6 semesters (9 semester 2415)Credential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: [email protected]

Whether you choose the co-op or non co-op option, this program provides the rigorous training required for those pursuing a career in accounting. We offer a high degree of flexibility combined with quality courses that develop strong fundamental skills.

This program offers courses in financial accounting, management accounting and computers – ranging from training in the use of suite software to advanced accounting software and systems design. Courses in tax, auditing and corporate finance round out the professional options available.

Skills are developed in English, mathematics, analysis and other business functions. This is the ideal program for those interested in a quality accounting education, while enjoying the flexibility of having personal choice in curriculum design.

co-oP oPtionThe academic curriculum for the co-op option is identical to that of the non co-op option.

Academically-qualified students enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in the field. This allows you to put classroom learning into practice – providing valuable contacts for future careers.


Benefitsoption of three, paid co-op work experiencesdevelop proficiencies with industry standard accounting software, including Simply Accounting and ACCPAC for Windowsoptions in final two semesters allow flexibility in specializationgraduates may apply for maximum transfer credits if they wish to pursue the Certified General Accountants (CGA) program

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Our partners are Athabasca University, British Columbia Institute of Technology, Certified General Accountants Association of Ontario, Hawaii Pacific University U.S.A., Lakehead University, Northwood University U.S.A., Royal Roads University, Ryerson University, University of Calgary, and University of Lethbridge.

careersGraduates are prepared for careers in manufacturing, merchandising and service organizations, the public, private and/or non-profit sector of the economy.


academic requirementscompulsory English 12C or U, or skills assessment, or equivalentmath 11C, M or U or 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalent


Program outlinesemester 1ACCT-112 Financial Accounting 1COMP-101 Intro to Micro. Appl. SoftwareECON-104 Principles of MicroeconomicsMATH-106 Mathematics of FinanceCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1*

semester 2ACCT-150 Small Business SoftwareACCT-221 Financial Accounting 2BUSN-225 Quantitative Methods 1COMP-121 Intermediate Microcomputer

Application SoftwareCOMM-170/171 College Communications 2*

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Applications 1ACCT-255 Intermediate Accounting 1BUSN-333 Business CommunicationsELECT General EducationGNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social

Analysis to Social ActionCOOP-221 Employment Pre-placement

co-op Work term

semester 4ACCT-222 Management Accounting 1ACCT-224 Corporate Finance 1ACCT-257 Accounting Information SystemsACCT-265 Intermediate Accounting 2ELECT Elective (GNED-127 P. Finance

highly recommended)

co-op Work term

semester 5ACCT-332 Auditing 2ACCT-358 Accounting Microcomputer

Applications 2BUSN-331 Business LawOption 1 See options belowOption 2 See options below

co-op Work term

semester 6ACCT-322 Management Accounting 2ACCT-331 Auditing 1ACCT-334 Corporate Finance 2ACCT-336 Taxation 2Option 3 See options below

oPtions: (Prerequisites listed in brackets)

taX/auditing stream (fall courses)FINA-336 Personal Credit (None)

(Winter courses)ACCT-361 Intro. to Forensic Accounting (ACCT-265)HRMT-318 Payroll (ACCT-112 or ACCT-123)

cga/uniVersity stream (fall courses)ECON-103 Principles of Macroeconomics (None)BUSN-325 Quantitative Methods 2 (BUSN-225)

(Winter courses)ACCT-355 Intermediate Accounting 3 (ACCT-265)ACCT-357 Accounting Systems (ACCT-257)ACCT-324 Management Accounting 3 (ACCT-322)


** Double credit course (equal to two options).wwTo qualify for work placement, you will need to complete

employment pre-placement. Other requirements are: • completion of eight out of 10 courses in semesters 1 and 2 • a minimum C grade in ENGL-170/171 • a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

Notes: 1. Minimum C grade average is required for graduation.2. The dynamic curriculum presented here will be revised as

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CENT Code: 2517 (co-op) 2507 (non co-op)3 years/6 semesters (9 semesters 2517)Credential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: Progress [email protected]

Business Operations Management will train you to run a business smoothly from purchasing, inventory management and production planning to direct supervision and quality assurance. Acquire the expertise needed to maximize productivity in these and other areas – like enterprise integration – while preparing for a career in virtually any service or goods manufacturing industry.

Learn through hands-on projects similar to those undertaken in actual business settings, such as:

analyzing manufacturing processes to identify productivity improvementsuse business process re-engineering (BPR) techniques to simplify and streamline organizational processesplan and design quality improvement programsapply team-approach principles to effectively analyze and recommend solutions to operations problemsintegrate manual and computer-based systems like Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) softwares as they relate to supply chain management activities.

co-oP oPtionThis program offers an optional co-op component. Academically-qualified students can enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in their field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but also provides valuable contacts for future careers.


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a matter of degreeQualified graduates may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with selected universities, institutes, and professional associations. These partnerships allow graduates to apply academic credit towards further study.

Our partners are: Lakehead University, Administration degreeNorthwood University U.S.A., Business Administration degreePurchasing Management Association of Canada, Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP) accreditationRoyal Roads University, iCommerce degreeRyerson University, Bachelor of Commerce degreeUniversity of Lethbridge, Management degree

careersExamples of positions open to graduates include production analyst, materials manager, materials planning supervisor, inventory control analyst and quality assurance manager.

Our graduates have been hired by Air Canada, Bell Canada, Celestica, Eli Lilly, Ford Motor Company, Leitch Technology International Inc., Litton Systems, Prudential Insurance, Surface Mount Technology Centre Inc.


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academic requirementscompulsory English 12C or U or skills assessment, or equivalentmath 11C, M or U, or 12C or U, or skills assessment, or equivalent


Program outline semester 1BUSN-110 Critical Business PracticesBUSN1-19 Business FundamentalsCOMP-101 Intro to Microcomputer Appl. SoftwareMATH-106 Mathematics of FinanceCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)*


Applications SoftwareCOMM-170/171 College Communications 2/(ESL)*GNED-500 Global Citizenship: From Social


semester 3BUSN-210 Career ExplorationBUSN-333 Business CommunicationsHRMT-301 Human Resource ManagementINTL-220 International Business ConceptsMKTG-116/117 Principles of Marketing (ESL)ELECT General EducationCOOP-221 Employment Pre-placement

co-op Work term

semester 4ECON-302 Economics for Business &

ManagementOMGT-221 Purchasing and Supply ManagementOMGT-222 Productivity: Standards and MeasuresOMGT-226 Materials ManagementELECT General Education

co-op Work term

semester 5BUSN-225 Quantitative Methods 1OMGT-223 Production PlanningOMGT-228 Supply Chain ManagementOMGT-331 Quality AssuranceELECT Professional Business Option✧

co-op Work term

semester 6BUSN-226 Business AnalysisBUSN-350 Business EthicsJOBS-221 Job Search SkillsOMGT-229 Project Management for BusinessOMGT-337 Enterprise Resource Planning ELECT Professional Business Option✧


** To qualify for co-op work placement, you will need to complete employment pre-placement. The requirements are: • completion of eight out of 10 courses in semesters 1 & 2. • a minimum C grade in ENGL-170/171. • a GPA of 2.5 or greater.



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52 Business Administration – Human Resources

CENT Code: 2719 (co-op) 2709 (non co-op)3 years/6 semesters (9 semesters 2719)Credential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: [email protected]

Continued growth in human resources management provides exciting employment opportunities.

Our unique approach incorporates current trends in union/management relations, diversity and human rights. Develop expertise in all major areas of human resource management such as human planning, dispute resolution, occupational health and safety, employment training and development, payroll, compensation and benefits, and human resource management systems.

Our program emphasizes:

human resources as a strategic partnerhuman rights, diversity and business ethics as integral to all human resources functionsnumeracy, specifically the ability to analyze and interpret financial and accounting information for decision-making purposeslegal issues from a proactive, rather than a compliance, perspective the use of integrated human resource systems software and computer skills to manage information and support decision-making.

co-oP oPtionThis program offers an optional co-op component. Academically-qualified students enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but also provides valuable contacts for future careers.


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Benefitscommon first year gives you a good industry overview before specializationoption of three paid co-op work experience termsmicrocomputer training in popular business software such as Excel, Access and SAPadvanced diploma earned is recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards of learning


Our partners are: Athabasca University, Administration degreeLakehead University, Administration degreeNorthwood University U.S.A., Business Administration degreeRoyal Roads University, Commerce degreeRyerson University, Business Management degreeUniversity of Lethbridge, Management degree




Program outlinesemester 1BUSN-110 Critical Business PracticesBUSN-119 Business FundamentalsCOMP-101 Introduction to Microcomputer

Application SoftwareMATH-106 Mathematics of FinanceCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)*

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co-op Work term 1

semester 4BUSN-226 Business AnalysisECON-302 Economics for Business &

ManagementHRMT-302 Recruitment and SelectionHRMT-312 Employee Training & Development HRMT-318 PayrollELECT General Education

co-op Work term 2

semester 5BUSN-350 Business EthicsHRMT-307 Human Resource PlanningHRMT-308 Labour RelationsHRMT-309 Human Resource Management

SystemsHRMT-310 Occupational Health and SafetyELECT Professional Business Option✧

co-op Work term 3

semester 6BUSN-221 Organizational BehaviourHRMT-306 Employment LawHRMT-311 Compensation and Benefits HRMT-317 Managerial Accounting for HRMELECT Professional Business Option✧

* Students will be placed in the appropriate English level based on skills assessment results. Students in two- or three-year programs must complete GNED-500 as part of their general education requirements.

** To qualify for work placement, you will need to complete employment pre-placement. The requirements are: • completion of eight out of 10 courses in semesters 1 & 2 • a minimum C grade in ENGL-170/171 • a GPA of 2.5 or greater.


Notes:1. Students are strongly advised to complete GNED-147 Ethics

in Business as one of their two General Educations.2. Students interested in pursuing a professional designation

in payroll from the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) should consult the Centennial College Continuing Education calendar for information on required courses and designation requirements. In addition to regular college tuition, students are required to become members of the CPA and are responsible for a course fee payable directly to the Canadian Payroll Association.


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53Business Administration – International Business

CENT Code: 2419 (co-op) 2409 (non co-op)3 years/6 semesters (9 semesters 2419)Credential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: Progress [email protected]

Acquire the knowledge necessary to take advantage of the business challenges offered in a world trade environment. Learn all the basics of business and gain specialized expertise in areas such as international trade law, finance, sales and marketing.

co-oP oPtion Enrol in our optional co-op program. Academically-qualified students enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but also provides valuable contacts for future careers.

For more on Co-op Work Terms, please see pages 18 and 195.

industry ProJect• gain practical industry experience through our

new industry project component • work in a team for a small business or major

company.

Benefitscommon first year gives you a good industry overview before specializationchance to complete the program in a concentrated 2.5 year format option of one-year paid co-op work experiencecomprehensive approach to all aspects of international businessaffiliated with the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association, i.e. Canada, and the Forum for International Trade Trainingadvanced diploma earned is recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards of learningopportunity to participate in our renowned international study exchange programgraduates may be eligible for the Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) designation in accordance with the process prescribed by the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT)

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careersCareer opportunities in positions such as importer/exporter, customs broker, foreign investment analyst, logistics/transportation manager, commercial bank officer and international development officer. Some representative companies hiring include:

Air CanadaCustoms Brokers and Freight ForwardersGeneral Electric CanadaHakim Optical InternationalHeart and Stroke FoundationNike CanadaNorthern TelecomTD Canada TrustToyota Corporation




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co-op Work term 1

semester 4BUSN-225 Quantitative Methods 1ECON-302 Economics for Business &

ManagementINTL-221 Customs ProceduresLANGUAGE English, Spanish, Mandarin, Other**ELECT Professional Business Option✧ELECT General Education

co-op Work term 2

semester 5BUSN-226 Business AnalysisINTL-222 Traffic and TransportationINTL-311 Foreign Trade DocumentationINTL-337 Importing & Exporting

(Industry Project Comp)MKTG-332 International MarketingELECT Professional Business Option✧

co-op Work term 3

semester 6BUSN-350 Business EthicsINTL-303 International Banking and Trade

FinanceINTL-334 International Trade LawINTL-336 International Management:

Negotiation & StrategyJOBS-221 Job Search SkillsSMAL-331 Developing a Business PlanPlus any ONE of the following: INTL-220, MKTG-226,

SMAL-222


** To qualify for work placement, you will need to complete employment pre-placement. The requirements are: • completion of eight out of 10 courses in semesters 1 & 2 • a minimum C grade in ENGL-170/171 • a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

*** Choose second language course from one of the following: • English • Spanish • Mandarin or other as approved by the coordinator



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54 Business Administration – Marketing

CENT Code: 2413 (co-op) 2403 (non co-op)3 years/6 semesters (9 semesteres 2413)Credential: Ontario College Advanced DiplomaStart: Fall, Winter, SummerCampus: [email protected]

Marketers manage the many links between an organization and its customers. Marketers analyze consumer needs, develop products and services to meet those needs, anticipate competitors’ actions and react swiftly to shifts in the environment, develop pricing and communications strategies, interact with suppliers, customers and the public – all while looking out for their clients’ best interests.

Centennial’s three-year Marketing program offers broad-based training in business, and specific training in marketing, including marketing research, marketing communications and brand planning.

You will benefit from a dynamic and interactive environment facilitated by experienced faculty that encourage learning through case studies, guest lectures, presentations, projects, and computer simulations and technologies.

Centennial is a proud sponsor of selected marketing students in national and province-wide academic competitions, including the Ontario Colleges’ Marketing Competition.

tWo Ways to gain real WorK eXPerience1. CO-OP OPTIONThis program offers an optional co-op component. Students meeting a specific academic standard can enhance their education by working for three terms as paid employees in their field of study. This experience allows you to put your classroom learning into practice and provides you with valuable contacts for your future career.

2. WORK ON AN INDUSTRY PROJECTGain practical industry experience through our new industry project component. Work in a team on a project sponsored by an entrepreneurial endeavour, small business or major company.

Benefitscommon first year for most business programs provides you with the opportunity to obtain an overview of business prior to specializing in a specific areaoptions of one year of paid co-op work experienceopportunity to complete program in concentrated 2.5 year formatstudent membership privileges in the American Marketing Association

a matter of degreeQualified graduates may be eligible to participate in articulated programs with selected universities, institutes and professional associations. These partnerships allow students to apply credits earned at Centennial towards further study at other institutions.

Our partners are: Athabasca University, Professional Arts degree, (Communications); Lakehead University, Administration degree; Northwood University, U.S.A., Business Management degree; Royal Roads University, Commerce degree; Ryerson University, Bachelor of Commerce; University of Guelph, Commerce degree; University of Lethbridge, Management degree.

careersOpportunities exist in both small and large businesses across many industries, from financial services to electronics, and from beverage to high-tech, as well as in the not-for-profit sector and in government. Centennial marketing graduates are well prepared for positions such as: direct marketing coordinator, sales and promotion coordinator, marketing research analyst, assistant product manager and sales representative. Organizations hiring Centennial marketing graduates include:

Bell CanadaGeneral MotorsMinolta Business EquipmentCitizen WatchMerrill LynchSource Medical


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Program outlinesemester 1BUSN-110 Critical Business PracticesBUSN-119 Business FundamentalsCOMP-101 Intro to Microcomputer Appl. SoftwareCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)*MATH-106 Mathematics of Finance





co-op Work term 1

semester 4BUSN-226 Business AnalysisMKTG-221 Practical Applications in Marketing MKTG-222 RetailingMKTG-223 Professional SellingELECT General Education*

co-op Work term 2

semester 5ECON-302 Economics for Business & ManagementMKTG-224 Marketing ResearchMKTG-228 Brand PlanningMKTG-331 Marketing CommunicationsELECT Professional Business Option✧

co-op Work term 3

semester 6BUSN-311 Industry ProjectBUSN-350 Business EthicsMKTG-227 Relationship MarketingMKTG-333 Advanced Professional SellingELECT Professional Business Option✧


** To qualify for work placement, you will need to complete employment pre-placement. The requirements are: • completion of eight out of 10 courses in semesters 1 and 2 • a minimum C grade in ENGL-170/171. • a GPA of 2.5 or greater.



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55Pre-Business – Business Foundations

CENT Code: 21208 months/2 semestersCredential: Ontario College Certificate Start: Fall, Winter, Summer Campus: [email protected]

The Pre-Business – Business Foundations program at Centennial College’s School of Business offers an alternative for students considering a business education. Our program provides an opportunity to learn about Canadian and global business through development of business technology and an understanding of business practices, as well as exposure to the business disciplines of accounting, marketing, management and information technology.

Completion of this Business Foundations Certificate can help you to meet the academic requirements for business diploma programs at our college. It may give you exemptions for certain business courses in other School of Business programs, depending on your grade levels achieved.

Who should attendIf you have never studied business before, or are making a transition from employment or international experience to academic study, this unique program offers a strong foundation. The development of sound business communications skills is emphasized.

careersUpon completion of this two-semester program, you will have a strong foundation for your future career plans, or you may wish to continue your business or academic education.

BenefitsThis is a business success program that gives students, with appropriate grades, an opportunity to obtain five of the 10 first-year business courses required in most Centennial College post-secondary business programs while improving English communications skills needed for career success.



Program outlinesemester 1BFPE-111 Microcomputer Theory & Practice

FundamentalsBFPE-112 Accounting Fundamentals 1BFPE-120 Canadian & International Business

Fundamentals 1MATH-105 Basic Mathematics ORMATH-118 Mathematics of Finance Part 1ENGL-033 English – Reading 1ENGL-034 English – Writing for Business 1ENGL-035 English – Speaking/Listening in

Business Settings 1 ORCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)

semester 2BFPE-210 Basic Critical Business Practices ORELECT General EducationBFPE-212 Accounting Fundamentals 2BFPE-220 Canadian & International Business

Fundamentals 2MATH-118 Mathematics 1 ORMATH-119 Mathematics of Finance Part 2ENGL-041 English – Reading 2ENGL-042 English – Writing for Business 2ENGL-043 English – Speaking/Listening in

Business Settings 2 ORCOMM-170/171 College Communications 2/(ESL)Notes:1. MATH-105 prepares students for MATH-118 and

MATH-119 subsequently. MATH-119 is equivalent to MATH-106. MATH-106 (Mathematics of Finance) is a regular math course in the School of Business diploma programs.

2. BFPE-112 and BFPE-212 are equivalent to ACCT-112 for Transfer Credits. ACCT-112 (Financial Accounting 1) is a regular accounting course in the School of Business Diploma programs.

3. BFPE-120 and BFPE-220 are equivalent to BUSN-119 for Transfer Credits. BUSN-119 (Fundamentals of Business) is a regular business course in the School of Business diploma programs.

4. BFPE-111 is equivalent to COMP-101 for Transfer Credits. COMP-101 (Introduction to Microcomputer Applications Software) is a regular business course in the School of Business diploma programs.

5. BFPE-210 is equivalent to BUSN-110 for Transfer Credits. BUSN-110 (Critical Business Practices) is a regular business course in the School of Business diploma programs.

6. GNED General Education is a regular elective course in the School of Business diploma programs.


note to applicants: Pre-Business – Business Foundations is only offered as an alternate program to applicants who do not meet the minimum English requirements for a post-secondary Business programs. Please apply to one (or more) of Centennial College’s post secondary business programs. The Enrolment Services Office will review your application to the post-secondary business program(s). Where applicable, applicants who do not meet the minimum English requirements for the post-secondary Business program(s) will be given an alternate offer of admission to the Pre-Business – Business Foundations program.

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Marketers are the essential link between an organization and its customer base. Marketers answer questions like: Who are our customers? What are their needs? How can we best meet these needs? How should we price, package, distribute and promote our product? This program provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to help organizations answer these questions.

In the first year, you’ll learn the basics of business – accounting, operations, organizational behaviour, international business and of course, an introduction to marketing. The second year focuses on specific areas of marketing, and prepares you for a position in this exciting field.

Our Marketing program encourages mastery of a marketer’s key competencies – creative, practical decision-making and clear, persuasive communications. Our interactive teaching approach incorporates learning through case studies, guest lecturers, presentations, projects, and computer simulations and technologies.

Centennial is a proud sponsor of selected Marketing students in national and province-wide academic competitions, including the Ontario Colleges’ Marketing Competition.

Benefitscommon first year for most business programs provides you with the opportunity to obtain an overview of business prior to specializing in a specific areacombination of broad marketing concepts and specialized marketing skillscomputer training in popular business softwareindividual attention and advice from experienced marketing facultydiploma earned is recognized in Canada and abroad, reflecting high standards of learning

a matter of degreeThe first four semesters of Centennial’s three-year Marketing program are identical to those of our two-year program. This permits graduates of Centennial’s two-year Marketing program to benefit from a seamless transition into the three-year Marketing program, should they wish to continue with a more in-depth study of marketing at Centennial.

Qualified graduates may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with selected universities, institutes and professional associations. These partnerships allow students to apply credits earned at Centennial towards further study at other institutions.

careersWith almost a third of all North Americans employed in marketing-related positions, career opportunities for marketing graduates are plentiful.

Opportunities for marketing graduates exist in both small and large businesses across many industries, from financial services to electronics, and from food and beverage to high-tech, as well as in the not-for-profit sector and in government.

Graduates are employed in positions such as sales representative, customer service representative, product support representative, and merchandising assistant.

Organizations hiring Centennial College marketing graduates include:

MotorolaReebokSonyToyotaToys-R-Us

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semester 3BUSN-210 Career ExplorationBUSN-333 Business CommunicationsHRMT-301 Human Resource ManagementINTL-220 International Business ConceptsMKTG-116/117 Principles of Marketing (ESL)ELECT General Education

semester 4BUSN-226 Business AnalysisJOBS-221 Job Search SkillsMKTG-221 Practical Applications in MarketingMKTG-222 RetailingMKTG-223 Professional SellingELECT General Education

* Students will be placed in the appropriate English and math levels based on skills assessment results. This may lead to additional courses and requires extra time and fees.


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Business operations is the primary business function that creates the products and services that an organization offers to satisfy their customers’ needs. This program prepares you for many career opportunities in the areas of operations planning and scheduling, purchasing, logistics, supply chain management, quality, productivity improvement, direct labour supervision and other key operations responsibilities. You will acquire the skills to succeed in an operations career in any goods or service providing industry.

Learn through hands-on projects and assignments simulating those undertaken in actual business settings. These include:

analyzing business processes to improve productivitydeveloping and implementing quality management programsapplying team approach principles to analyze operations problems and develop solutionsenhancing the performance of the firm’s supply chain

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Professional associationsAffiliated with major professional associations: Canadian Association for Production and Inventory Control, Purchasing Management Association of Canada and Institute of Industrial Engineers.

careersAs a graduate, you’ll have many skills to offer employers. Typical positions include:

quality control technicianinventory analystbuyerplanning and scheduling coordinatorlogistics coordinator




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Applications SoftwareMATH106 Mathematics of FinanceCOMM-160/161 College Communications 1/(ESL)*




semester 3BUSN-210 Career ExplorationBUSN-333 Business CommunicationsHRMT-301 Human Resource ManagementINTL-220 International Business ConceptsMKTG-116/117 Principles of Marketing (ESL)ELECT General Education

semester 4ECON-302 Economics for Business &

ManagementJOBS-221 Job Search SkillsOMGT-221 Purchasing and Supply ManagementOMGT-222 Productivity: Standards and MeasuresOMGT-226 Materials ManagementELECT General Education



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