Camosun offers more than 30 business programs, including degrees, post-degree diplomas, certificates, diplomas and university transfer courses.
Business Administration programs
The School of Business has made the pathway through the Business Administration programs more flexible. There are now three credentials that allow you to progress from a certificate to a diploma to an applied degree. and you can apply, exit and return at any stage. We also offer three post-degree diplomas in Business Administration.
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Program | Credential | Description | Length |
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Accounting and Finance | Advanced Certificate New | The ACAF program gives you the advanced technical accounting and finance skills hiring managers and recruiters are seeking. | 2 years |
Accounting | Diploma | You'll get the background and knowledge needed to enter business or government in an accounting capacity. | 2 years |
Accounting | Bachelor's Degree | Pursue a full BBA to get started in a challenging, lucrative career in the highly dynamic fields of accounting, finance and investment. | 4 years |
Accounting | Post-Degree Diploma | If you've already got a degree, this post-degree diploma will give you the solid background and knowledge in accounting to enter business or government. | 1-2 years |
Business Administration | Certificate | The certificate program offers you a selection of business courses that will give you a broad and contemporary view of the functional areas of business. | 1 year |
Finance | Diploma | The diploma option offers a foundation in either financial planning or corporate finance. | 2 years |
General Management | Diploma | In this flexible diploma option, you'll learn to bring management skills to work in business, not-for-profits, government and entrepreneurial environments. | 2 years |
Human Resource Management & Leadership | Bachelor's Degree | With a BBA, you'll be prepared for the strategic role HR professionals play in leading and influencing organizational performance. | 4 years |
Human Resource Management & Leadership | Post-Degree Diploma | Build on your past learning with a post-degree diploma and you'll gain valuable business skills relevant to working as human resource practitioners. | 1-2 years |
Indigenous Business Leadership | Certificate | In the Business Administration certificate, you will gain a strong background in Indigenous approaches to leadership and management and practical tools to lead communities in economic renewal. | 1 year |
Indigenous Business Leadership | Diploma | A two-year option, you'll work through business law, accounting, and Indigenous business leadership courses. | 2 years |
Marketing | Diploma | Grads of the two-year diploma work in entrepreneurial enterprises, business, not for profits, government and community tourism environments in areas such as marketing and sales management, public relations, advertising and customer service. | 2 years |
Marketing | Bachelor's Degree | In the BBA - Marketing,you'll gain a broad range of marketing management skills and techniques, including context for strategic management and planning, and a focus on directing the marketing and communications process. | 4 years |
Marketing | Post-Degree Diploma | Add to your degree with the Marketing PDD program, where you'll study a broad range of marketing concepts with opportunities to develop competencies in corporate communications & marketing, consumer behaviour, and services marketing. | 1-2 years |
Other Business programs
Program | Credential | Description | Length |
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Applied Project Management | Certificate | This online program provides an introduction to the fundamental theory and approach used to manage projects successfully. | 14 weeks |
Applied Tourism and Hospitality Management | Post-Degree Diploma New | Provides you with the opportunity to choose relevant applied training in hospitality operations as well as a solid grounding in practical business skills. | 16 months |
Bookkeeping Fundamentals | Certificate | This program prepares you with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to provide entry-level support for today's office. | Online - varies |
Business Access | Certificate | Get the admission requirements you need for your chosen business program. | 4 months |
Economics | Associate Degree | Learn to apply economic theories to analyze market changes, consumer choices, competition, business cycles, and the effects of trade. | 2 years |
Golf Management | Diploma | This diploma program will provide you with the background and knowledge to enter the golfing industry. | 2 years |
Golf Operations | Advanced Diploma | The advanced diploma program blends leadership, service and golf operations to assist you to specialize in a golf-related career path. | 1 year |
Hospital Unit Clerk | Certificate | This part-time program prepares you for the challenging and rewarding career of looking after the administrative and clerical requirements of a hospital unit. | 335 hours |
Hospitality Management | Diploma | Our graduates work at some of the most prestigious hotels and restaurants in Canada, while others have started their own businesses. | 2 years |
Human Resource Management | Advanced Diploma | In the advanced diploma, you'll expand your current skills in areas such as recruitment and selection, training, employee and labour relations, legal strategies and emerging policies in HR planning. | up to 2 years |
Leadership Development | Certificate | This program will give you the opportunity to explore who you are as a leader as well as what kinds of things leaders are called upon to do. | 141 hours |
Legal Office Assistant | Certificate | With both classroom and online options, the program will prepare you for entry-level support roles in a variety of legal, government and general business environments. | Full-time-1 year Online - varies |
Local Government Administration | Certificate | This online program gives you an opportunity to obtain recognition for post-secondary studies that relate directly to your role as a local government employee. | Online - varies |
Managing for Government | Advanced Diploma | You'll learn how to incorporate your work in the public sector and your previous academics to develop the skills to fill management roles and remain competitive in the public sector. | Online - 2 years, part-time |
Medical Office Assistant | Certificate | Prepares you for the administrative and clinical duties of an office assistant in a medical or healthcare office. | Full-time-8 months Online - varies |
MS-Office | Certificate | This 216-hour program is designed to quickly acquaint you with applied, practical skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, and OneNote. | 216 hours |
Office Administration | Certificate | Provides you with real-world skills to get started in a career as an administrative professional. | Full-time-8 months Online - varies |
Office Fundamentals | Certificate | This online program gives you the necessary skills and knowledge to provide entry-level support for today's office. | Online - varies |
Office Management | Diploma | The diploma program gives you the practical office skills with administrative and management training along with a focus on human resource skills. | Full-time-2 years |
Public Administration | Diploma | You'll focus on management skills, rather than a policy orientation, with an emphasis on strategic planning, financial management, leadership, communication and negotiation. | Full-time-2 years Part-time-Varies |
University Transfer | n/a | In our most flexible program, you can mix and match your courses to create an educational plan that's just right for you. | varies |
Writing and Publishing | n/a | Our writing and publishing Continuing Education courses offer outstanding instruction in short, intensive courses tailored for part-time learners. | varies |
Courses
In addition to our programs, we offer courses in the following subject areas.
- Accounting ACCT
- Applied Business Technology ABT
- Applied Business Technology Online ABTO
- Business BUS
- Economics ECON
- Finance FIN
- Golf Management GOLF
- Hospitality Management HMGT
- Legal Office Assistant LGL
- Marketing MARK
- Medical Office Assistant MOA
- Public Administration PADM
- Tourism Management TMGT
Looking for online options?
Camosun offers many programs and courses that are fully online. These programs are offered using web-based technology and have no face-to-face classes. We also offer courses that are primarily online but may require on-campus orientation sessions or final exams.

Continuing Education
Upcoming courses and programs
Continuing your education with the goal of a more rewarding career, personal growth, and a brighter future takes initiative and courage. With daytime, evening and weekend courses, there's something here that's right for you. Contact the School of Business main office for course details.
Business and Finance
- Bookkeeping Fundamentals 1
- Bookkeeping Fundamentals 2
- Starting a Business in the Trades - Part 2
- Get Clear. Start Here: 5 Passions for Leading Your Best Life
Computer & Digital Technologies
- MS-Office Certificate Program Free Info Session
- Computers - Level 1 for PCs
- Keyboarding Assessment
- Access 365 (2016) Relational Database Concepts
- Excel 365 (2016) - Level 2 - Advanced Formulas and Analysis
- OneNote 365 (2016)
- PowerPoint 365 (2016) Powerful Presentations
- Publisher 365 (2016) Elegant Documents Fast
- SharePoint for Users
- Photo Editing – Beyond the Basics
- Craft Compelling Digital Content that Connects with your Customers
- Web and Social Media Meetup - Free
Creative & Popular
- Photography Level 1 - Introduction
- Photography Level 2 – Intermediate
- iPhone/iPad Photography Level 1– Taking Great Photos
- Poetry: Line and Form Workshop with Yvonne Blomer
- The Novel Series: Fiction
Health
- Hospital Unit Clerk Free Info Session
- Medical Terminology - Online
- Medical Terminology Assessment - Island Health
Languages
- French Level 1
- French Level 2
- Russian Level 2
- Spanish Level 1
- Spanish Level 2
- Spanish for Travellers
- Japanese Level 1
Leadership
- Coaching Conversations for Leaders
- Managing Performance
- Managing Workplace Conflict
- Orientation, Training and Development
Applied Project Management
- Project Leadership & Communications
- Project Closing & Continuous Improvement
- Applied Project Management Integration Project
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