Business Fundamentals BFS2
Moderate workload
- Six courses in your first semester
- One hour of study or assignments required for each hour in class
- 21 hours of class (42 hr/week commitment minimum)
Holland Code: E (Enterprising)
What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?
This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see the website for details.
Arts & Literacy Applicants who wish to transition their writing skills to the college environment should consider this program.
High school courses in Business Studies or Business and Technological Communication would be beneficial.
Math & Science Applicants who do not have a math background should consider this program.
Technology Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office, email, Internet).
What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?
- A commitment to self-development
- Motivation to succeed
- An appreciation of diversity
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- The ability to get along with all kinds of people
- Willingness to embark on various roles as a learner
Useful background experience for this program would be
Experience in a secondary school business club, entry-level work experience in a customer service environment, and/or participation in fundraising campaigns.
What kind of work could I do when I graduate?
Graduates of this program may go on to become
Entry-level business, customer service, or management/supervisor trainee.
This program is a preparatory program. The goal of graduation would be to gain admission to a two-year business diploma program at Fanshawe College.
Helpful links for further research into this Fanshawe College program and career opportunity
Opportunities for further development or education
- Students who complete the Business Fundamentals program may be eligible for admission to Level 2 of any two-year business diploma program at Fanshawe College.
- Graduates of the Business Fundamentals Ontario College Certificate program who meet the admission requirements can also apply to Level 1 (Semester 1) of a program offered by the School of Information Technology and be granted one to three internal credits dependent upon the program choice.
Fanshawe’s library has prepared a subject guide for current students in this program. You may find the links and information provided very useful in learning more about this career.
NOC Codes
The National Occupation Classification (NOC) system is used by the Canadian government to provide detailed information on careers. Visit the National Occupation Classification website and use the NOC codes below to learn more about careers associated with this Fanshawe College program. Please note: These codes are listed here for information purposes only. Fanshawe College does not guarantee graduates careers in these fields.
- NOC Code 1411 General office support workers
The Canada Job Bank is an excellent resource for labour market information including wages, jobs available and career planning advice.
Career Outlook
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Last Modified: August 21, 2024