Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Online Business (part-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?
Please note that this program is also offered in a full-time format.
To register, go to Program courses, and select individually the course(s) you wish to enroll in.
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.
- Start Up Your Online Business (CENT 1200)
- Accounting and Financial Management (CENT 1400)
- Sales, Networking and Business Development (CENT 1600)
- Optimizing Business Operations (CENT 1800)
- Search Engine Marketing (CEMK 175)
- Search Engine Optimization (CEWD 365)
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.
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.