Bachelor of Commerce - International Business Management Degree

Program Description

This degree program provides you with specialized skills and knowledge in the areas of international business strategy, technology and the business processes required to effectively work in today’s global marketplace. Graduates will possess well–developed critical thinking, problem–solving, communication, interpersonal and team skills, which are critical in this complex environment. Finally, graduates will have the skills required and cultural understanding necessary to succeed in a global business environment.

But the possibilities for graduates from this program do not stop there. The International Business Management degree curriculum and its unique business technology content prepares you to continue graduate studies, such as an MBA, in leading universities partners through the worldwide SAP University Alliances.

“I support promoting our MBA Supply Chain Management specialization and SAP integration to your students.”

Dr. Elkafi Hassini
Chair, Operations Management
DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
• Six Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses with a minimum 65% average including:
  • Grade 12 English: ENG4(U)
  • Grade 12 Mathematics: any (U) level Mathematics
• Mature students (age 19 years or older) must submit proof of credits in the above subjects or their equivalent.

Applicant Selection:

• Applicant grades in pre–requisite subjects (or their equivalents) and the overall academic average of 6 Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses will be used as a basis for the selection of candidates.
• Applicants who do not meet the above admission requirements should consider applying for Seneca's International Business Administration advanced diploma program.

Eligibility for transfer to B. Comm. Degree:

Students completing the International Business (IBU) program or the International Business Administration (INB) Advanced Diploma program with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 are eligible to transfer to the International Business Management – B.Comm Degree (BMI) program.

The minimum requirement for promotion and graduation is an average of C (2.0) in all subjects to remain in the program.

Scholarship opportunities are available for candidates with distinguished academic records in their high school careers. A variety of scholarships and bursaries are available to students based on merit and financial needs.

The Importance of Learning Skills:

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well–organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills. Seminars, workshops and tutoring are available at Seneca's Learning Centres.

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Your Career

In the BMI degree program, you’ll be prepared for careers in today’s global marketplace. In this global economy, companies may be selling products in one area of the globe, getting their supplies from another area and running production facilities in a third. International business managers have to recognize global events and their effect on business; they must be ready and able to effectively deploy and utilize business processes in this global dimension, and so will you.

"In our quest for top talent, the SAP University Alliances program provides IBM a deep and experienced pool of SAP practitioners to continue to grow our consulting practice.”

Ken Englund
Partner, IBM Global Business Services

If you want to continue studies in International Business Management and pursue an MBA, you would have acquired a solid undergraduate background recognized by leading universities.

“We are discussing an MBA with a project management option. That would be a great fit with Seneca’s undergraduate students”.

Dalen Chiang, Ph.D.
Professor of Supply Chain
and Operations Management
Director, International Program
California State University at Chico, CA

Turn Your Diploma Into a Degree

If you have completed four or more semesters of a business diploma program, you may be given advanced credit for your program, within the maximum credits allowed. This block transfer may allow you to turn your diploma into a degree, helping to build your credentials for a successful future.

Co-operative Education

The co–op work–term provides you with the opportunity to become involved in real–life work experiences where critical thinking, problem– solving and interpersonal skills are utilized. The work–term is scheduled over the winter semester between semesters 7 and 8.

See www.senecacollege.ca/coop for further details.

Professional Associations

Graduates will have the required knowledge to pursue several key industry designations including the following:

• SAP Canada
• Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Canadian Institute of Management (CIM)
• Forum for International Trade Training (FITT)

This program is accredited by FITT (Forum for International Trade Training). Graduates are eligible to pursue the professional designation of Certified International Trade Professional (CITP).

Students from across the globe are attracted to this program – making the classroom experience rich and diverse. You will also have the opportunity to learn from award–winning faculty with extensive expertise in international business and to interact with industry professionals to maximize your learning experience.

The ability to communicate in more than one language is a definite advantage to students graduating from this program.

Block Transfers

Consideration may be given for block transfer credits to students who have completed four or more semesters of a business diploma program.

Transfer Options Within Seneca

The School of International Business offers seamless transfer to a multitude of degree, diploma and certificate programs, given a common first year in most diploma and certificate programs within the Faculty of Business.

Liberal Studies Elective

Liberal studies electives will be offered to students in semesters 3 to 7.

Curriculum

Seneca has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this degree for a 7-year term starting October 12, 2011. In conformity with the Minister’s criteria and requirements, Seneca will submit an application for the renewal of the consent for this program 12 months prior to the expiration of the consent. Seneca shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.

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