Georgian College

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES The program This program is designed for individuals with cognitive disabilities and learning challenges who require academic accommodations and modifications for success. This program provides students with opportunities to enhance their academic and vocational skills in courses and field placements. Integrated courses are modified to students' specific academic abilities and strengths. Students are supported by learning facilitators who accompany students to class and provide additional academic support. Graduate career opportunities Graduates of the CICE program will find a variety of entry-level jobs depending on their area of concentration, for example: • A student who has taken courses in the Hotel and Resort program may become a kitchen assistant or work at a resort in a support role. • A student taking most of their courses in Office Administration – General may become a secretarial assistant, a file clerk, a mailroom attendant or may work in a purchasing department. • Some students may choose to enter other Georgian College programs after completing the CICE program, if admission requirements are met. Admission requirements Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for admission to this program: • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Certificate(C), or be at least 19 years of age on the first day of classes • Demonstrate a level of independence that does not require constant supervision • Demonstrate academic needs which require curriculum modification to succeed Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older) and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/policies-procedures/ Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited postsecondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission. Refer to the Credit Transfer Centre website for details: GeorgianCollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/ Selection process • Complete an advocate reference form • Complete a questionnaire and a comprehension exercise during a mandatory program information session In some cases, students may require a criminal reference check and/or immunization form depending on the area of concentration they have chosen. Graduation requirements Students are required to complete 1 communications course • 5 mandatory courses • 1 general education course to be chosen from college list • 2 options from electives list • 3 courses from one program group from list of available courses • 3 field placements Start: September Location: Barrie Length: 2 years (4 semesters) Practical experience: 3 field placements Credential: Ontario College Certificate Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: CICE) Contact: 705.728.1968, ext. 1384 Approximate first-year costs (based on previous year – subject to change): Tuition fees: $2,685.76 Student fees: $870.22 One-time fee: $112.46 Books: Costs vary by program; please check with co-ordinator COMMUNITY INTEGRATION THROUGH CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION CICE Communications courses Communication Essentials Mandatory courses may include Introduction to Computers Employability Seminar 1 Employability Seminar 2 Employability Seminar 3 Field Placement Preparation Optional courses may include Art and Design Fundamentals Ideas and Imagery Design Fundamentals Colour and Design Fundamentals of Drawing Computer Studies Web Authoring Fundamentals Programming Fundamentals Networking Essentials Windows System Administration Linux System Administration Hotel and Resort Mixology Food Preparation and Theory Food and Beverage Service Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Front Office and Guest Services Procedures Office Administration – General Introduction to Keyboarding Business Math for the Office Professional Office Procedures and Strategies Spreadsheet and Presentation Applications Word Processing and Database Applications Technology Architectural Drafting Carpentry Fundamentals Advanced Framing Environmental Sciences Blueprint Reading CAD Drafting BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES LIBERAL ARTS GEORGIAN PROGRAM GUIDE 2015 / 2016 128

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