Canadian Dealer Academy
Automotive Dealership Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program
Earn your graduate certificate in Automotive Dealership Management! This executive-level training program is for current and future general managers and dealer principals.
Program information
This national, results-oriented program focuses on the current issues, trends and technologies in automotive dealership management which are key to remaining competitive in a demanding Canadian market.
Participants will learn to synthesize management theory with practical, hands-on learning in a program which strives to produce well-rounded and entrepreneurial managers who can contribute to the overall operational growth and success of the dealership.
Some courses provide depth in departmental operations. The majority of courses provide a broader perspective across all departments by teaching the skills needed to manage employees, customers, finances and promote interdepartmental cooperation.
Intake information
Start date | Location | Application package |
May 2024 | Edmonton, AB | Cohort is full |
September 2024 | Barrie, ON | Cohort is full |
October 2024 | Halifax, NS | Cohort is Full |
January 2025 | Barrie, ON | Application Package |
Tuition and fees
- $1,969.20 per course (2024-25 academic year)
Why Study Automotive Dealership Management at Georgian?
The Canadian Dealer Academy builds on your existing experience. Explore how individual departments operate and how broader concepts affect the dealership overall. The Automotive Dealership Management program was created to help working professionals stay competitive in a demanding Canadian marketplace.
Highlights
- Balance your schedule: Study part-time with flexible in-class and online learning
- Content specifically designed for the Canadian market
- Use the information from your own dealership to see real-world implementation
- Learn from subject experts in the industry
- Earn an Ontario College Graduate Certificate in Automotive Dealership Management
The most valuable part of the program for me was the opportunity to be in a classroom and hear the experiences of my classmates and instructors. We all came from different backgrounds, different lengths of experience in the automotive industry, and different areas of expertise. It’s truly invaluable how much we learn from each other and the relationships that were developed. The Automotive Dealership Management program hits every aspect of running a dealership, and the personal experiences of my classmates and instructors gave me the knowledge and confidence to continue on my career path.—Jessica Drover, Automotive Dealership Management (class of 2020)
What are the admission requirements for the Automotive Dealership Management program?
Admission requirements
Applicants must meet ONE of the following requirements to be eligible for admission to this program:
- Postsecondary diploma or degree
- Equivalent experience in the automotive industry
Additional information
It is expected that participants have access to dealership financial information.
Diploma- or degree-level courses cannot be used towards exemptions in this program as those courses are a requirement for admission to the program. Any requests for course exemptions must be based on equivalent courses completed at the graduate certificate level.
What career paths can I take in dealership management?
This program is designed to significantly enhance the management and entrepreneurial skills of current or prospective managers in a dealership/
The Automotive Dealership Management program may also be of interest to executives in manufacturing who could benefit from a practical dealership education to be more effective in their dealer interactions.
What courses are included in the Automotive Dealership Management graduate certificate program?
Course overview
7 Program Courses
- Seven-week courses
- 36 hours per course
Program-specific courses
Courses are listed below. For course descriptions, view the Automotive Dealership Management program outline.
- AUDM1000 – Dealership Management
- AUDM1001 – Dealership Financial Management
- AUDM1002 – Customer Experience
- AUDM1003 – Parts/Accessories Management
- AUDM1004 – Service Management
- AUDM1005 – New and Used Sales Management
- AUDM1006 – Growth and Opportunity Capstone
I enjoyed the program’s practicality and the delivery of the material. It’s not often this much material can be introduced to students within such a short period of time. Georgian College has presented a second-to-none curriculum that challenges your own business operations, your preconceived notions and any training that you have received in the past. The level of engagement and practicality simply can’t be delivered by any other institution in Canada that is this specific to our industry and its practices. I can confidently advocate for the Automotive Business School of Canada programming, depth and delivery, as well as the relationships within the industry that you will develop – as it has directly contributed to my own success.—Craig Passmore, Automotive Dealership Management (class of 2018)
Our team
Faculty
Staff
Faculty Insights video series
Episode 1 – Operating in a crisis with Chuck Seguin
Episode 2 – Managing finance and operations with Mark Cunha
Episode 3 – Leading in a crisis with Sue Finneron
Episode 4 – Fixed operations success with Jason Dale
Episode 5 – Recovering from a crisis with Chuck Seguin
Episode 6 – The future of auto retail with Chuck Seguin
Contact us
Do you have questions about Automotive Dealership Management? Contact us!
Phone: 705.722.1591
Toll-free: 1.888.331.5343
Email: AUDM@georgiancollege.ca