Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Online Business (full-time)
PROGRAM
So, you want to start an online business? Well, before you start, stop and consider what it takes to be successful in that super-competitive space. Think about the knowledge, understanding and skills you’ll need to make it happen. Then ask yourself where you can acquire those skills. The answer is, you guessed it: right here. In this comprehensive six-class program, our industry pros will employ a 360º approach as they lead you through specialized courses in sales & business development, search engine optimization, operations, and financial management. And the best part is you can take this program remotely from anywhere. Ready to get down to business?
This program is offered via an online virtual classroom with live synchronous learning (Zoom).
Please note that this program is also offered in a part-time format.
Upcoming date(s)
Your takeaways
This Diploma program is a great way to help you:
- Learn how to build an operations plan
- Design a business model
- Chart a competitive position within the market
- Understand the basics of market research
- Familiarize yourself with search engine marketing and search engine optimization
- Broaden your understanding of the small-business world
Program courses
To obtain this diploma, students must complete the six courses below. For course descriptions, schedules and registration, click on the links of each course.
Our approach
In this program, you’ll enjoy highly engaging assignments and activities, but you'll also have ample opportunities to discuss real-world subjects presented by business experts. You'll formulate strategies to solve problems and seize opportunities for your business. Above all, you'll contribute personally to the process of building your online business. Participation is paramount to success in this online program. This program is offered via an online virtual classroom with live synchronous learning (Zoom).
Who benefits the most?
- Budding entrepreneurs who want to equip themselves with the knowledge and skills necessary to start their own business.
- Anyone who has tried to start their own business only to realize they need hands-on tools and guidance to succeed.
- Anyone who wants to learn how to start a successful business, e-commerce business, add an online store to an existing business, set up an e-service business or create a content site.
- Any employee who wants to broaden their career horizons.
- Students who want to earn a diploma in entrepreneurship.
Program details
This full-time program consists of 24 hours per week of synchronous and asynchronous learning activities. Synchronous sessions are scheduled during the day, Monday to Friday between 9:00-18:00 via an online virtual classroom (Zoom). Asynchronous activities can be completed at your own convenience. A more detailed schedule and other program details are provided upon registration.
Payment Information
To apply, you must complete the online application. A non-refundable deposit of $625, which is applied to the tuition fee, must accompany the application. Students will receive confirmation that they have been accepted to the program by e-mail. The remaining tuition fees must be paid no later than fourteen (14) days prior to the commencement of classes in order to guarantee a student’s place in the program.
Important
All course exemptions must be requested in writing at the time of admission in order to receive a tuition adjustment. To request a course exemption, students must complete a Course Exemption Form and submit it to cce@concordia.ca. Any exemptions granted after the admission period will not result in a tuition reduction.