WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY DIPLOMA?

Business Administration
WHAT IS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION? EXPLORE POTENTIAL CAREERS
Here are a few jobs and fields of work that relate to your program:
Business Administration involves the study of essential business
fundamentals that are relevant in today's workplace including Accounts Receivable Clerk Management Trainee
marketing, sales, entrepreneurship, accounting and management. Accounts Payable Clerk Payroll Assistant
The Business Administration two-year diploma program Advertising Coordinator Program Coordinator
provides graduates with the knowledge and skills required for Banking Project Manager
entry-level management positions in business, industry and public Bookkeeper Purchasing and Operations Manager
administration, as well as preparing them to be small business Business Owner/Entrepreneur Quality Assurance Specialist
entrepreneurs. Students enroll in all core courses and in addition, Communications Coordinator Retail Trade Manager
take the courses listed for their chosen major. The majors currently Credit Manager Sales and Account Manager
offered are Accounting and Management. A general diploma in Finance Clerk Team Leader/Project Coordinator
Business Administration may be obtained by completing all core Loans Manager
courses and five additional courses from either the Management
or Accounting Major. Students may also exit the program after
one year with a certificate in Basic Business Principles.
POTENTIAL EMPLOYERS
SKILLS OBTAINED FROM A DIPLOMA IN Accounting Firms Manufacturing and Technical Services
Banks Municipal Governments
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Colleges/Universities Non Profit Agencies
Perform office procedures and business communications using business tools such as Financial and Credit Services Office Management
Microsoft Office
First Nations Administration Offices Oil and Gas Companies
Conduct and present research to support business decision making
Government (Federal, Provincial, Municipal) Professional Business services
Plan, implement and evaluate projects by applying project management principles
Use accounting and financial principles to support the management and operations of Hotels Real Estate Agencies
an organization Human Resource Management Departments Sales Agencies
Assess marketing and sales concepts and strategies and apply them to the needs of Human Resources Management Travel Agencies
an organization Information Services Volunteer Agencies
Outline principles of supply chain management and operations management and
assess their impact on the operations of an organization
Communicate business-related information persuasively and accurately in oral,
written, and graphic formats GRADUATE & PROFESSIONAL STUDY OPTIONS
Develop customer-service strategies to meet the needs of customers
Apply knowledge of the human resources function to the management of an
organization Popular further education opportunities include:
Apply knowledge of the marketing function to the management of an organization
Apply accounting and financial knowledge to the management of an organization Bachelor of Business Administration -Graduates of UCN’s
Apply knowledge of operations management to the management of an organization
Work effectively with members of a team
Business Administration diploma program may continue their
Apply research skills to gather, interpret, analyze, and evaluate data from primary and studies at the university level. Students will receive 60 credit
secondary sources.
Apply creative problem-solving skills to address business problems and opportunities
hours of advanced standing toward the University College of
Apply time management and organizational skills to facilitate the completion of tasks the North’s four-year Bachelor of Business Administration 2 + 2
and to meet deadlines in a business environment.
Apply leadership and management knowledge and skills to assist in the planning,
degree program.
directing, and controlling of an organization. Articulation agreements are also in place with Athabasca
Plan, prepare, and deliver a variety of presentations.
Develop a business plan in collaboration with others.
University, Brandon University, the University of Lethbridge, and
the University of Manitoba.
Chartered Professional Accountant       
GAIN EXPERIENCE AND MAKE CONNECTIONS Microsoft Office Specialist Program

Gaining experience in the community and workplace can help you gain insight and build your network. Here are some hands-on learning
opportunities available in your program area.

Opportunities within your academic program: Opportunities outside your academic program:
Experiential learning - apply classroom learning to in-class project-based Volunteering - is a great way to gain work experience, give back to your
learning experiences that simulate the workplace setting. community and build skills to boost you resume.
Business Administration Program
ALUMNI IN FOCUS
Ishwer Dherdi
 
Business
Administration
Program
2019
Current Job:
Accounts Payable Clerk, Clerk II
Department of Families
Province of Manitoba
 
What her job entails:
I work at Department of Families with Employment and Income Assistance
as an Accounts Payable Clerk. I am expected to look after staff and clients
travel along with their hotel reservations. I work closely with the vendors
and process the E.I.A. bills, and keep the inventory up to date.
Future Plans:
I am currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration
Program here at the UCN. Studying at UCN gives me the opportunity to sit
with my professors and clear out my confusions throughout the course. I
am able to manage my time between my job and studies. I will be
continuing my studies further and after gaining some experience, I am
hoping to open up my own business.
 
How did your UCN Diploma Program help launch your career?
 
With the help of my professors, I was offered a summer student position
at Department of Families. I was later offered a clerical position by the
department.
How did your UCN Program help you achieve and advance your
career goals to-date?
I gained the skills for Accounts Payables after enrolling in the Business
Administration Program. The professors work with students and help
them reach their goals. I am sure I will have many opportunities once I
graduate with my Bachelors of Business Administration.
What key competencies did you acquire?
I gained confidence to speak in public and openly voice my concerns. The
professors’ encouragement, along with attending the events put on by
UCN, helped me gain my communication skills, which helped me maintain
a professional image as a student and now as a clerk.
Anything else you would like to share to encourage prospective
students?
I think UCN Business Administration program is worth taking. It opens
doors to opportunities.
 
UCN professors support every student and help everyone reach their
goals. You might be the lucky one and have a full time job offered before
even finishing the program.
YOUR CAREER EXPLORATION PLAN
1 Do Your Research
Explore your career pathways:
1. Schedule a 1-1 Career Chat!
2. Research your skills, values, personality and interests
using Career Cruising! Learn more about job
prospects, the nature of work, working conditions,
educational requirements, pay and related career
paths.
3. Attend our Professional Development Series seminars,
Career Exploration Pt.1 and Career Cruising Pt.2
2 Discover Your Skills and Career Options
Discover your employability- gain exposure and make
connections while you're a student on campus by
attending events and programs to enhance your career
development. Test drive your career to gain a
competitive edge in the job market and professional
workplace experience:
Employer Information Sessions
Volunteering and job shadowing opportunities
Career Fairs
Networking events, such as Industry Night
Departmental events
3 Networks You Can Connect To
Explore Professional Associations and get involved: volunteer for
their events and conferences, and get to know people in your
industry of interest. These are your future mentors, supervisors
and colleagues!
Baker Tilly- https://www.bakertilly.ca/en/btc/professionals/the-pas-manitoba
Business Council of Manitoba- http://businesscouncil.mb.ca/
Business Development Bank of Canada- https://www.bdc.ca/en/pages/home.aspx
Canadian Tax Foundation: www.ctf.ca  
Chartered Professional Accountants Manitoba: https://cpamb.ca/
Chartered Professional Accountants: www.cpacanada.ca
Communities Economic Development Fund- http://cedf.mb.ca/
Community Futures Cedar Lake- https://cfmanitoba.ca/cedar-lake
CPHR Manitoba - https://www.cphrmb.ca/
Flin Flon Chamber of Commerce- https://www.flinflondistrictchamber.com/
Information Technology Association of Canada: www.itac.ca   
International Institute of Marketing Professionals (IIMP)
Investment Funds Institute of Canada (IFIC https://www.ific.ca/en/)
Manitoba Chamber of Commerce https://mbchamber.mb.ca/
North Forge Technology Exchange- https://www.northforge.ca/
Province of Manitoba Entreprenuers- https://www.gov.mb.ca/business/entrepreneurs/index.html
Royal Bank of Canada:  www.rbc.com/careers/index.html
The Pas & District Chamber of Commerce- http://thepaschamber.ca/
Thompson Chamber of Commerce- http://www.thompsonchamber.ca/
Women’s Enterprise Centre of Manitoba https://wecm.ca/
LOOKING FOR MORE SUPPORT?
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