Centennial College vs Algonquin College - Ottawa

In Centennial College's Global Business Management program, you'll gain the skill set to embark on a borderless career.

The two-year business certificate program, facilitated by The Business School, will deliver a unique blend of management and international concepts to train you to effectively lead in the international business environment.

Global Business Management courses will cover core business topics such as project management, business communications, financial and managerial accounting, operations management, human resources management, and management and leadership to ensure you can navigate any business environment. Additionally, you'll gain knowledge in specialized global business topics.

In this one-year International Business Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate, you develop the skills needed to manage international business activities and expand global networks. Governments and corporations know that international business is essential for economic development, and understand that well trained international business management professionals are needed to manage that growth. Professionals in this domain conduct international activities such as market research, negotiations, financing and developing large infrastructure projects.

Build your business management skills through real world examples and case studies. Learn the components of international trade from developing international business plans, conducting feasibility studies, to mastering the intricacies of transaction operations such as preparing export and import documents. Formulate culturally appropriate business strategies while securely navigating trade logistics across the globe

• Ontario College Diploma, Ontario College Advanced Diploma or Degree or equivalent. It is strongly recommended that applicants have a foundation in marketing or some business-related work experience.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject -specific requirements and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. 

Project managers are in high demand across all industries. This one-year, three-semester Ontario College Graduate Certificate Program offered by The Business School will prepare you for a rewarding career in the field of Project Management.

This program is intended for applicants who previously completed post-secondary education in any discipline and wish to increase their employability by working towards a globally recognized certification in project management. It is also ideal for experienced project managers seeking to bring a new dimension of leadership to their work.

The one-year Project Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate program prepares you for a rewarding career in project management. Project management is a highly sought discipline that applies technical, leadership and business strategy skills to plan and execute projects effectively and efficiently. There is a growing demand for project managers in the global economy. The college's experienced faculty are dedicated to preparing you to thrive in a project leadership position. Algonquin College is a Registered Education Provider (REP) with the Project Management Institute (PMI)® and is approved by the PMI to issue Professional Development Units (PDUs) for its training programs.

• Advanced diploma or degree in any discipline from a recognized institution
•  Applicants who have a college diploma and a partial degree (75% complete), and who have a minimum of two years' work experience relevant to the program (transcript and resume review required).

• Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 55% or higher and university transcripts, with 10 or fewer retakes for a 3 or 4 year     bachelor.
• English language requirements

Centennial College's Biotechnology program will prepare you to work as a laboratory technician (in quality control and quality assurance) in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.

Biotechnology courses will provide practical application in industrial microbiology as well as chemistry (analytical), organic chemistry and biochemistry. Laboratory techniques, including appropriate safety procedures, will be extensively highlighted.

A special feature of this applied science program is its project-based approach, with independently-designed microbiology projects that will enhance your problem-solving and research skills.

The three-year Biotechnology - Advanced Ontario College Advanced Diploma program gives you a strong overview of the science that drives biotechnology. With a mix of laboratory and theory courses, you learn about:

cell and molecular biology
microbiology and tissue culture
chemistry, biochemistry and analytical instrumentation
biochemical engineering
and quality systems for professional labs and manufacturing environments
As a student, you have the opportunity to carry out experiments and use state of the art laboratory instruments and tools throughout the program. You will meet alumni, and have the opportunity to attend industry talks and professional networking events.

You have the opportunity to work with government and industry professionals through optional field placements or through participation in industry-aligned applied research projects.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
• Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take the Centennial College English Skills Assessment for Admission
• Grade 11 Mathematics (M or U) or Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take a Centennial College Engineering Math Skills Assessment for Admission

• Bachelor’s degree with a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 55% or higher and university transcripts, with 10 or fewer retakes for a 3 or 4 year     bachelor.
• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 60% or higher
• Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher
• Biology Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher; OR Chemistry Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher; OR Physics Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher
• English language requirements