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Prepare for an in-demand international business career

Global Business Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program

Excel in today’s global business environment. Fully accredited curriculum that meets the new international competency framework.

Program code GBMT
Duration 2 Years
Credential Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Program Delivery Full-Time
Program delivery method(s) In person What does this mean?

Program information

Program description

This program is designed to prepare university and college graduates from a wide range of educational and cultural backgrounds to work as managers in international and domestic businesses of various size. Students develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to manage the human, physical, and financial resources associated with international trade. The first year covers fundamental business knowledge and skills, while more complex international situations and strategic areas are the focus of the second year. The course of study promotes teamwork and leadership skills, and enhances students’ capacity to work effectively in cross-cultural environments.

Intake information

Start dateCampus
Winter 2025 Barrie
Summer 2025 Barrie
Fall 2025 Barrie

Tuition and fees

What are the admission requirements for the Global Business Management program?

Global Business Management admission requirements

Post-secondary diploma or degree, or equivalent; education or experience in a business setting is desirable.

What career paths can I take in international business?

Your Global Business Management graduate certificate gives you many career opportunities

Graduates of this program are prepared for entry-level management positions in research, marketing, sales, project management, information management, supply chain, and finance. Graduates may work in a broad range of employment settings in all sectors of business and industry, in both domestic and international locations. Graduates may also use their entrepreneurial skills to open their own business or act as consultants.

Accreditation

Forum for International Trade Training

Georgian is proud to be an accredited partner of the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT), which means our Global Business Management program has been validated for meeting its high standard of industry excellence.

Learn more about continuing your studies in international trade.

Georgian College International Business Management partners with FITT

What courses are included in the Global Business Management graduate certificate program?

Course overview

21 Program Courses
1 Applied Project

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Global Business Management program outline.

  • GBMT 1000 – Communications for Global Business Managers
  • GBMT 1001 – Management Accounting and Finance
  • GBMT 1002 – Managerial Economics
  • GBMT 1003 – Business Statistics and Research Methods
  • GBMT 1004 – Global Market Entry Strategies
  • GBMT 1005 – World Geographies and Cultures

Your course delivery method(s)

In person

This program is delivered fully in person and requires you to attend campus.

Please note, delivery methods are based on planning for the upcoming semester and are subject to change.

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