Program update | Applications to this program are currently suspended. |
This program is available to both international and domestic students. It is ideally suited to international students who already hold a three-year degree in commerce or business administration, but would benefit from advanced study in a Canadian context before transitioning into further business studies or the pursuit of employment in North America.
For international students with a three-year degree in commerce or business administration, this credential reviews foundational business concepts in a Canadian context, with emphasis on clear communication and an understanding of discipline-based cultural norms. In this respect, NLC’s Post-Degree Diploma in Business Management will make it easier for international students to begin degree or post-degree business studies in North America, depending on prior educational experience. Further, diploma graduates seeking to enter the North American job market will be better prepared for opportunities in areas such as finance, entrepreneurship, information technology, general management, marketing, and logistics, again dependent on prior experience and education.
International and domestic candidates with three or four year degrees in fields beyond commerce and business management (such as computing, engineering, health, etc.) would also benefit from the program. In this regard, the Post-Degree Diploma in Business Management functions as a capstone program that augments existing technical skills and education, allowing for advancement into management positions in related technical fields. Overall, the Post-Degree Diploma in Business Management builds on existing experience and post-secondary education, propelling students into a more advanced study of business management than would be offered in a regular business management diploma. The Post-Degree Diploma may be pursued on a full- or part-time basis.
The information on this program page is a summary of the official Program Information and Completion Guide approved by NLC’s Education Council, effective September 2025PDFnew window. (Download a PDF of the current Program Completion GuidePDFnew window)
Career Prospects
Careers and opportunities in such areas as finance, entrepreneurship, information technology, general management, marketing, and logistics dependent on prior education and experience.
Details
Intakes
No intakes are scheduled at this time.
Length
61 credits (915 hours), minimum.
Depending on a student’s start-date and academic progress, the PDD may be completed in four semesters. However, a fifth semester during the May-June intersession period may be necessary. Registration is completed semester-by-semester.
Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Academic
Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.
Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.
Domestic Fees
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees (includes GST) | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $ 3,653.03 | $ 152.76 | $ 0.00 | $ 3,805.79 |
| Year 2 (estimated) | $ 3,850.30 | $ 157.06 | $ 0.00 | $ 4,007.36 |
International Fees
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees (includes GST) | International Medical Insurance | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $ 11,580.00 | $ 149.76 | $ 0.00 | $ 828.00 | $ 12,557.76 |
| Year 2 (estimated) | $ 12,710.00 | $ 153.97 | $ 0.00 | $ 828.00 | $ 13,691.97 |
Still have questions?
Contact:
- info@nlc.bc.caemail if you are in Canada
- info@international.nlc.bc.caemail if you are outside of Canada
- academic-chair@nlc.bc.caemail if you are currently an NLC student
Admission Requirements
A. Domestic students and students from countries that practice Standard Written English (see Appendix APDFPDFnew window) must have official transcripts demonstrating that they have met the English Requirements: One of the following with a “C” grade or higher: English 12 or English Literature 12 or English First Peoples 12, ENGL 050, or ENGL 099. Alternatively, any university-level English course with a “C” grade or higher. Students who do not meet one of the above English requirements must complete the NLC Writing Assessment for appropriate course placement.
B. International students who do not meet the requirement A. above, and domestic students who received their secondary education in French or another language, must show that they have met the NLC English requirement: see Appendix A (General Academic English Language Proficiency Requirements)PDFnew window
C. Official transcripts demonstrating successful completion of, at minimum, a three-year degree. Note that the PDD program alone does not meet the typical education requirements for a master’s degree program (or MBA) in Canada. Students planning to study at the master’s level in Canada should ensure that their prior education (a three or four year degree) meets the educational requirements for their intended program. The PDD program is a capstone program that adds business management knowledge to an educated student’s portfolio.
Note that some course options have specific prerequisites. Meeting the program entrance requirements does not ensure course prerequisites have been met for all available courses.
Important Notes
- This program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit Student Aid BCnew window to apply for financial assistance online.
- Student must provide a financial calculator. Students are required to have a computer (laptop or other mobile device) with minimum computer requirementsPDFnew window.
- Course transfer agreements allow students to receive course-by-course transfer to other colleges, universities, and institutes in BC, as indicated in the BC Transfer Guidenew window.
- NLC courses may transfer to professional associations such as the Certified General Accountants, Certified Management Accountants, Chartered Accountants, Aboriginal Financial Officers Association, Canadian Bankers Institute, and others. Students are responsible for confirming transferability of course credits to any external organization.
Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement | 25% of all coursework must be completed at Northern Lights College |
|---|---|
| Minimum Grade Requirements | 2.00 program Grade Point Average (GPA); D grade (50%) minimum in all courses |
*Please note the following semester break down is based on a student beginning their program in the Fall semester. Students starting in other semesters should consult with the course catalogue in Borealis and with a Program Advisor when selecting courses.
Year One
All of:
- ECON 105 – Principles of Economics (3.0 credits)
- ENGL 110 – Introduction to Workplace Communications (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 104 – Principles of Management (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 120 – Financial Accounting (3.0 credits)
- PSYC 224 – Organizational Behavior (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 107 – Fundamentals of Marketing (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 150 – Business Mathematics (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 217 – Business Systems Analysis and Design (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 221 – Managerial Accounting (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 228 – Business Law: Principles and Applications (3.0 credits)
Year Two
All of:
- COMM 301 – Organizational Communications (3.0 Credits)
- MGMT 225 – Strategic Management (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 260 – Principles of Corporate Finance I (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 301 – Management Skills for Supervisors (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 303 – Non-Profit Management (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 425 – Integrated Strategic Management Seminar (1.0 credit)
- MGMT 204 – Human Resource Management (Personnel) (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 261 – Principles of Corporate Finance II (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 295 – Management Science (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 302 – Business Sustainability and The Environment (3.0 credits)
- MGMT 430 – Business Ethics and Social Responsibility (3.0 credits)
Credential
Post-Degree Diploma in Business Management