Duration
1 year
Foundations for Business (Cert)
Primary campus
Sir George Williams (SGW)
Start term
Fall, Winter
Virtual information sessions
Unlock the potential of business education at the John Molson School of Business with our virtual info sessions. Learn about our undergraduate programs, career prospects and what makes us unique. Designed for future business students, these sessions will give you insight into the advantages of studying at John Molson.
Why study Foundations for Business?
This 30-credit undergraduate certificate program caters to students who wish to develop the necessary background for further study in undergraduate degree programs in Business. It also may be of interest to students whose preference is to follow a short program of study or to learn important foundations for business studies.
Students who are admitted to the Certificate and wish to continue in a degree program should apply for admission to that program within the first 30 credits.
Program highlights
- Offers a solid foundation in business education to support your individual backgrounds and goals
- A chance to become familiar with the John Molson School environment before choosing a BComm program
Program structure
Program options
- Certificate in Foundations for Business (30 credits)
Courses
United States students: A U.S. Federal Student Aid-eligible version of this program is offered. This version meets all U.S. regulations (such as no co-operative education or e-courses) for eligible programs.
Admission criteria
Minimum cut-off averages and course requirements
- Quebec CEGEP: 23.5 overall
- High school: B- overall
- Canadian curricula course requirements
- Accepted international qualifications
- ACT or SAT is not required
- AP exams are not required but may qualify you for advanced standing
- International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: 27 overall
- International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (CP): 27 overall
- Baccalauréat français: 12 overall
- British system of education (GCE):
- A-levels: At least two A-level exams CD or
- AS-levels: At least 4 AS-level exams with equivalent results or
- BTEC: Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in a related subject area with equivalent results
- Additional information for British System of Education (GCE) applicants
- University transfer (internal): 2.3 overall
- Students must submit a new admissions application to the University
- University transfer (external): C+
Minimum cut-off averages should be used as indicators. The cut-off data may change depending on the applicant pool. Applicants who meet the stated minimum requirements are not guaranteed admission to these programs.
Application deadlines
It’s not too late to apply
Most undergraduate programs are still accepting applications for fall 2025.
FALL ENTRY (September)
Deadline: March 1
International applicants: Apply no later than February 1 to allow time for immigration document processing. However, applying earlier is strongly recommended. Immigration processing times vary by country, and delays could prevent you from starting your studies on time.
WINTER ENTRY (January)
Deadline: November 1
International applicants: Apply no later than August 1 to allow time for immigration document processing. However, applying earlier is strongly recommended. Immigration processing times vary by country, and delays could prevent you from starting your studies on time.
We reserve the right to close admission to a program at any time after the official deadline without prior notice.
Student story
Isaiah Joyner
Bachelor of Commerce Major Finance (Co-op)
Follow your curiosity at the John Molson School of Business, where Isaiah Joyner creates new opportunities for student leadership.
After your degree
Thanks to Concordia's emphasis on taking an interdisciplinary approach to your field of study, you'll graduate with a depth of knowledge informed by an understanding of how your subject connects to the wider world. You'll be ideally positioned to succeed in a professional role that demands rigorous analytical thinking, sharp communication skills and the ability to approach problem-solving from multiple dimensions.
