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International Business Management

Program Code: IBS Campus: Newnham
Duration: 2 Semesters (8 Months) Start Dates: Fall
Start dates are subject to change
Credential Awarded: Ontario College Graduate Certificate

Program Description
This program is an intensive one-year study of the complex and dynamic field of international
business. The program reflects the latest developments in international business education and
includes hands-on, interactive teaching approaches, including guest speakers and case analysis.
Students will complete the process of exporting and importing a product, culminating in the
development of an international business plan.

Students in this program will be afforded the opportunity to travel internationally, to network in
international arenas and to participate in global competitions.

Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility:
  A degree or three-year diploma from a recognized college/university, and/or mature
student with three to five years documented related work experience including references.
Consistent with Academic Policy, graduates of the three-year International Business
Administration (INB) program are not eligible for this graduate certificate program.
 English proficiency at the college level.

Applicant Selection:

 In the event of oversubscription, applicants will be selected on the basis of a College

orientation session during which a written questionnaire will be administered. Both
content and communication skills will be assessed, and these, along with academic
achievement, will form the basis for selection.

Your Career
Graduates of this program will be prepared for careers leading to managerial positions within
trading houses, banks, multinational corporations, freight forwarders, transportation companies,
governments and international institutions.

Certification
This program is accredited by FITT (Forum of International Trade Training). Graduates can
pursue the professional designation of Certified International Trade Professional (CITP). For
more information, please contact your Student Advisor.

Diploma to Degree... and Beyond

Through transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this Seneca College
program may be eligible for credit at the following university and college:

Canada

University/College Degrees Available

Royal Roads University • Master of Arts – Leadership

U.S.

University/College Degrees Available

Centenary College • Master's in Business Administration (MBA)
Davenport University • Any relevant Bachelors or Master of Business Administration

Curriculum
Curriculum currently under review.
Semester 1 Subject Name Hrs/Wk
CAP505 International Business Management: Career Planning 1
IBS600 Import/Export Procedures I 4
IBS610 Computer and Presentation Skills 3
IBS620 International Sourcing and Procurement 2
IBS630 Trade Research and Market Analysis 3
IBS650 Cross-Cultural Business Negotiations 3
IBS660 Management Accounting 4
 
Semester 2 Subject Name Hrs/Wk
IBS801 International Banking and Finance 4
IBS820 International Business Plan 4
IBS830 International Effective Selling 4
IBS850 Legal Environment of International Business 3
IBS860 Import/Export Procedures II 4

Contact Us
Program Student Advisor:
International Student Advisor:
Admissions Advisor:
International Student Admissions Advisor: Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 2638; 2368
Email: internationaladmissions@senecac.on.ca
Registration & Records Contact:
Academic Support Officer:
Program Chair:
Elaine Nethery
Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 6233
Email: elaine.nethery@senecac.on.ca
Xiaolei Wu
Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 2642
Email: xiaolei.wu@senecac.on.ca
Angela Li
Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 2036
Email: angela.li@senecac.on.ca
Alise Ilenane
Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 2464
Email: alise.ilenane@senecac.on.ca
Trish Hosein
Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 2425
Email: Trish.Hosein@senecac.on.ca
Marianne Marando
Telephone: (416) 491-5050 Ext. 2030
Email: marianne.marando@senecac.on.ca
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Testimonial
“While my undergraduate studies gave me a theoretical education, my graduate certificate
studies in International Business Management have provided me with valuable practical
experience needed to succeed within the international business environment. Seneca has taught
me public speaking, critical thinking and presentation skills - important life skills that will make
you a valuable asset for any company. Classmates from all over the globe provide unique insight
to class discussions and new exciting perspectives that challenge your existing thoughts and
beliefs. It gives you first hand knowledge of the importance that communication, diplomacy and
cultural differences play when dealing cross culturally and within the international business
workplace. This program opened my eyes to the intricacies of international trade, the importance
of finance and market research, which are necessities in an increasingly global business
environment.”

Jennifer Harmond Worrod

2003 Graduate, International Business Management

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