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The program This program prepares individuals for professional and essential support positions in automotive industry sectors such as dealerships and the aftermarket industry. Students are also provided with opportunities to explore possibilities of entrepreneurship within the automotive industry. The program includes introductory business courses and specific automotive courses that explore various facets of the automotive industry. The co-operative work experience is a vital component of the program allowing students to confirm their career choice and to develop a network to establish their career path. Graduate career opportunities Dealership operations – parts, sales, service, leasing, financing; automotive aftermarket; positions in wholesale, retail, finance and other automotive-related industries Admission requirements OSSD or equivalent with • Grade 12 English (C or U) • Any Grade 11* or 12 Mathematics (C, M or U) *Minimum of 60% in Grade 11 College or University level Mathematics (MBF3C or MCF3M) 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/ Graduation requirements Students are required to complete 2 communications courses • 18 mandatory courses • 1 optional course • 3 general education courses to be chosen from the college list • 2 co-op work terms Future study options Graduates of this program may be granted credit toward degree studies at other institutions including Davenport University (U.S.A.), Northwood University (U.S.A), Royal Roads University, University of New Brunswick, Saint John and University of Ontario Institute of Technology. Changes to articulation opportunities occur on a regular basis. For the latest information, please visit GeorgianCollege.ca/articulations. Students are also advised to check with the articulating/transfer institution for current information before applying to a program. Start: September, January Confirm January start with Office of the Registrar Location: Barrie Length: 2 years (4 semesters) Practical experience: 2 co-op work terms Credential: Ontario College Diploma, Co-op Articulation: Yes Apply to: ontariocolleges.ca (Code/Major: AUBU) Contact: 705.728.1968, ext. 1234 Communications courses To be chosen at time of registration Mandatory courses may include Financial Accounting Principles 1 Concepts of the Automotive Industry Introduction to Automotive Technology Introduction to Fixed Operations DMS: Parts and Service Automotive Networks Introduction to Canadian Automotive Aftermarket Dealership Sales Operations Introduction to Organizational Behaviour Auto Show Planning Microcomputer Applications Microeconomics Macroeconomics Dealership Financial Statements Automotive Law and Ethics Mathematics of Finance Introduction to Marketing Sales and Customer Relationship Management Optional courses may include Advertising DMS Showroom Applications Aftermarket Operations Entrepreneurship and Small Business Transportation Ecology and Energy Systems Human Resource Management Production and Operations Management Principles of Management Project Management Global Marketing Introduction to Logistics Technical Communication Entrepreneurship Opportunity Case Analysis and Presentations Managerial Decision Making Statistics Planning the Marketing Strategy Introduction to Entrepreneurship Marketing on the Web Retail Management Professional Business Practices Advanced Computer Applications Approximate first-year costs (based on previous year – subject to change): Tuition fees: $2,685.76 Student fees: $870.22 Co-op fees/term: $195 One-time fee: $112.46 Books: Costs vary by program; please check with co-ordinator AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS (CO-OP) AUBU BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES 37 GeorgianCollege.ca