The one-year General Business Studies Certificate Program is designed to provide students with a broad range of fundamental business skills and an understanding of the business environment. Many classes are offered in the evening to accommodate part-time studies.
General Business Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Canada, Abbotsford
General Business Studies
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
High School: A graduate of a BC secondary school or an equivalent school system. (Note: Proof of June graduation must be received in order to be eligible for Fall admission. High school students graduating in August are eligible for Spring admission. High school students graduating in January are eligible for Summer admission.)
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 748 / per-semsterApplication Fee
CAD 120How to Apply
Step 1: Apply to KPU
All details on the KPU admissions process and entrance requirements can be found here: Admissions
Apply to KPU online at: kpu.ca/apply
Step 2: Prepare Your Portfolio Package
Once you have completed your application, you will receive instructions on how to submit your Portfolio and other required documents through an online submission platform called Slideroom. (Please be aware there is a supplemental fee and data privacy consent required when creating a SlideRoom profile.) This portfolio presents your potential to work in the field of interior design so you are encouraged to show a variety of work.
To help you create the most effective portfolio possible, we offer workshops, feedback sessions and open houses. Click here for more information on dates to come.
For portfolio requirements and process, click here.
Step 3: Attend Interview (online)
Eligible applicants who have met the application, documentation, and portfolio submission requirements will be contacted for an interview.
During the interview process, candidates may be asked to complete a drawing exercise and may be asked to explain a portfolio piece.
Step 4: You'll be notified of our decision
View the results of your application status on your Online Self-Service checklist. Application decisions are updated regularly by KPU Admissions.
Please note that only once all entrance requirements and documentation submissions have been completed, will your application status be updated. Therefore, it is in your best interest to complete your application checklist as soon as possible so that you don't lose your seat.
Your application decision will be one of the following:
- Offered admission to the Interior Design program, or
- Waitlisted for entry to the Interior Design program, or
- Not accepted into the Interior Design program at this time. If you are not accepted into the Interior Design program, you are encouraged to develop your knowledge, skills, and portfolio and reapply.
Step 5: Pay your deposit
If you are sent an offer to our program, reserve your seat by paying a deposit by the specified deadline. Details will be provided in your offer package from the Admissions Office.
Step 6: Register for classes
Admitted students who have paid the confirmation deposit will receive registration instructions.
General Business Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Canada,
Abbotsford
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