Graduate Certificate of Global Hospitality Operations Management

at Seneca College - Newnham Campus Canada

This eight-month certificate program will help you improve your English skills. Your learning will be enhanced by courses in writing, reading, speaking and listening. In this program, you will use technology to help you with your coursework. Upon graduation, you may enter into a diploma program at Seneca or enter the workforce.

This program is the right choice for you if:

English isn’t your first language

OR

If you have completed less than four years of school in an English-speaking secondary school.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Written and verbal communications
• How to answer questions
• Understanding important information

Elevate your business knowledge in this comprehensive eight-month graduate certificate program where you will learn about the complex world of international business. You will learn from experienced industry professionals with first-hand knowledge of today’s global business environment. With an emphasis on collaborative, project-based learning, case analysis and in-class discussions, you will cultivate essential critical-thinking skills. Team research and analysis of a real Canadian company will culminate in the development of an international export business plan. 

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Global business research and analytical skills
• Global marketing planning
• Global supply chain management practices
• International finance and banking applications
• Fundamental accounting and financial principles and applications
• International business law applications
• Business planning skills through project management  
• Functional areas of domestic and international human resources practices  
• Digital business applications and intercultural communications
• Corporate social responsibility and international development
• The art of negotiation  
• Strategic business planning and development
• Business networking

Off-site Learning
As a student in this program, you will experience off-site learning with visits to trade commissions, Boards of Trade, and international trade fairs. Learn from an industry expert who teaches global etiquette as we dine at the University of Toronto Faculty Club. Participate in tours within and outside Canada through Seneca’s Mobile Intensive Learning Experience (MILE).  

In this three-year advanced diploma program, you will develop in-depth technical knowledge of financial accounting, cost and managerial accounting, taxation, financial management, auditing and technology applications. 

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Sage ERP
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Access database
• Microsoft Dynamics

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

In this eight-month certificate program, you will acquire a solid foundation of business principles plus the basics of marketing and accounting. This program will prepare you to continue your education through programs such as Accounting, Business, Business - Insurance, Business - International Business and Business – Marketing.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Communication

This eight-month certificate program will introduce you to modern manufacturing techniques including programming and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM). You will study both theory and practical aspects of modern metal machining and cutting while focusing on programming, advanced manufacturing techniques and interpreting engineering drawings.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Use current and emerging technologies to support the implementation of mechanical and manufacturing projects
• Test and solve standard mechanical problems
• Perform technical measurements using equipment
• Assist in manufacturing, assembling, maintaining mechanical components
• Apply quality control procedures to meet industry standards
• Use current technologies to support the creation of mechanical and manufacturing projects

Through this four-year degree program, you will be qualified to develop marketing strategies across traditional and emerging digital media and distribution channels, aspiring towards 360-degree customer engagement with campaigns grounded in marketing analytics. Students will study a range of marketing strategies, and profound expertise in business analytics and marketing insights.

You will also demonstrate an in-depth understanding of how marketing strategy fits into both the micro – and macro – business context.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Creative problem-solving
• Curiosity
• Adaptability
• Resiliency
• Strong communication skills
• Project management

Mandatory Degree Work Term
A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. The work term(s) may be a paid or unpaid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the work term(s) is required for graduation.  Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for the mandatory degree work term regardless of success in securing a work position.

This two-year diploma program will provide you with a solid foundation of marketing. You will have a detailed understanding of integrated marketing communications, selling, strategies and analysis, web design, research and channel management.

You will be equipped with tools and techniques to create multi-objective marketing strategies, including promotional campaigns, pricing, packaging and distribution of products, services and ideas. You will also benefit from problem-based learning, real-world projects and case studies.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Leadership
• Brainstorming ideas
• Management techniques
• Critical thinking
• Planning
• Project management

This two-year diploma program prepares you with the skills and knowledge to begin your career as a programmer. As a leader in developing relevant programs, we have the largest offering of computer studies programs in the province. Through a variety of practical and theoretical courses, you will gain skills in mobile development, web development and distributed programming techniques and database administration. You will also learn about security and a variety of operating systems including Windows, UNIX, Linux and IBM Business Computing. Graduates of this program will enter their industry with programming and communications skills suitable for employment.

Open Sources and Seneca
Seneca has connections with top tier open-source companies such as Mozilla, creators of the Firefox web browser, and Red Hat, maker of the most successful commercial Linux operating system. In a variety of courses, you will have the opportunity to work with top tier developers on such projects.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Computer programming
• Operating systems
• Database and web technology
• Data communication
• Security
• Advanced programming languages
• System methodologies
• Internet client and server-side development
• Database system design and maintenance
• Solve problems associated with software installation

In this four-semester diploma program, you will learn about the physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs of children. You will understand how to develop and implement inclusive programming in order to support the healthy development of children ranging in age from infancy to school-age.

Your studies will include courses in child development, curriculum. philosophy of education, communication, working with families and administration.

Each week you will spend three days in class and two days practicing your skills in field placement. If you choose to study in the summer, you will have the option to earn your Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma in 16 months.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Design healthy, safe, inclusive and engaging environments for children from infancy to school age.
• Plan and implement inclusive programming to support children’s development using current theories.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, colleagues and other professionals

Field Placement
Field placement is central to the learning experience, so you will be placed in the field for two days each week during each semester. Field placement provides the opportunity to integrate classroom learning into practice with groups of children in the community.

In this four-year honours bachelor degree, you will learn the critical knowledge and practical skills required for a successful career in information security. You will develop comprehensive knowledge of vulnerability and threat assessment, risk management, data analysis and network and operating system infrastructure. This program focuses on practical applications that solve a variety of technological threats including hackers, malware and data breaches.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Internal and external security needs
• Analysis and implementation of distributed computer systems
• Understanding data communication principles and operation systems
• Understanding security of infrastructure components
• Design and implement secure information acquisition, transmission and storage practices
• Analysis of project and system requirements
• Deployment of security on a variety of platforms
• Project planning and management
• Research methodology
• Technology planning and acquisition

Mandatory Degree Co-op
A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a paid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the co-op work term(s) is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the mandatory co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.