Program Overview

International Business Diploma

The International Business Diploma provides students with business knowledge, communication skills, ethical and legal awareness, and critical-thinking abilities needed to work in a changing global business environment.

Students develop a broad understanding of business operations while gaining specialized knowledge in international trade, finance, accounting, marketing, multinational management, global supply-chain management, leadership, economics, human resources, and information systems.

The program also covers foundational business areas such as financial accounting, business mathematics, statistics, income tax, customer service, business communication, management, and organizational behaviour.

Students complete 1,200 hours of classroom instruction and 240 hours of practicum experience. The practicum allows students to apply their knowledge and develop professional workplace skills.

Graduates may pursue opportunities in public, private, nonprofit, entrepreneurial, and internationally focused organizations.

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Curriculum Details

Course Information

1 Course Outline

This program is structured into clear, actionable modules that build your knowledge from fundamental principles to advanced strategies. Expand the modules below to see what you will learn.

DIB 101 – Fundamentals of Business (50 hours)

DIB 102 – Business Ethics (50 hours)

DIB 103 – Fundamentals of Financial Accounting (50 hours)

DIB 104 – Foundations of Marketing (50 hours)

DIB 105 – Business Statistics (50 hours)

DIB 106 – Fundamentals of Management (50 hours)

DIB 107 – Business Math (50 hours)

DIB 108 – Human Resource Management (50 hours)

DIB 109 – Organizational Behavior (50 hours)

DIB 110 – Financial Institutions (50 hours)

DAP 105 – QuickBooks (50 hours)

DIB 112 – Business Communication (50 hours)

DIB 113 – Income Tax Fundamentals (50 hours)

Practicum I (120 hours)

DIB 114 – Managerial Economics (50 hours)

DIB 115 – Customer Service (50 hours)

DIB 116 – Leadership (50 hours)

DIB 117 – International Business (50 hours)

DIB 118 – Multinational Management (50 hours)

DIB 119 – International Accounting (50 hours)

DIB 120 – International Finance (50 hours)

DIB 121 – Global Supply Chain Management (50 hours)

DIB 122 – International Marketing (50 hours)

DIB 123 – Career Success (50 hours)

DIB 124 – Management Information Systems (50 hours)

Practicum II (120 hours)

Program Highlights

18-month diploma program
1,440 total program hours
1,200 hours of classroom instruction
240 hours of practicum experience
In-class and online delivery options
International business and multinational management
International accounting and finance
Global supply-chain management
International marketing
Financial accounting and QuickBooks
Business mathematics and statistics
Management and organizational behaviour
Human resource management
Leadership and customer service
Business communications
Managerial economics
Financial institutions and income-tax fundamentals
Management information systems
Career and employment preparation
Surrey, British Columbia campus

Admission Requirements

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Admission Requirements

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Before being accepted into the program, applicants must meet the applicable academic or age requirement and provide acceptable evidence of English-language proficiency.

Basic Eligibility

Applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements:

Provide proof of Grade 12 graduation or an equivalent credential; or
Be 19 years of age or older.

English-Language Proficiency

Applicants must provide evidence of English-language proficiency through at least one of the following options.

Secondary Education in English

Applicants may provide evidence that they successfully completed three years of full-time secondary education between Grades 8 and 12 in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages.

This may include successful completion of an Adult Graduation Program. Applicants using this option must provide transcripts showing completion of Grade 12 English with a minimum grade of C.

Post-Secondary Education in English

Applicants may provide evidence that they completed two years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English was the language of instruction in a country where English is one of the principal languages.

Approved English-Language Test

Applicants may submit verified results from an accepted English-language proficiency test. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the program start date.

Accepted minimum scores include:

IELTS Academic: Overall score of 5.5 or higher
CAEL: Overall score of 40 or higher
Duolingo English Test: Overall score of 95 or higher
TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 46 or higher
CELPIP: Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
PTE Academic: Overall score of 43 or higher
iTEP: Overall score of 3.5 or higher

Assessment Methods

Students may be assessed through written tests, computer-based activities, assignments, lesson assessments, projects, presentations, and practical coursework.

Continuous assessment allows instructors to monitor student progress throughout the program and provide support when required.

Attendance Requirement

Students must maintain a minimum attendance level of 85%.

Practicum Eligibility

Students must maintain a minimum C grade average and meet the required attendance standard before beginning the practicum component.

Graduation Requirement

Students must achieve a minimum C grade average and successfully complete all courses, assessments, and practicum requirements.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

? What will I learn in the International Business Diploma?

Students study international business, accounting, finance, marketing, management, economics, human resources, leadership, global supply chains, business communications, information systems, taxation, statistics, and customer service.

? How is the program delivered?

The program may be delivered through in-class and online instruction. Students should contact the admissions team to confirm current schedules, delivery arrangements, and online participation requirements.

? Does the program include a practicum?

Yes. The program includes 240 hours of practicum experience, divided into two 120-hour practicum components.

? What career opportunities may be available after graduation?

Graduates may pursue opportunities in account management, accounting support, business development, business administration, human resources, marketing, office management, project coordination, sales, and entrepreneurship.

APPROVED OFFICE DIRECTORY

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Edmonton / Alberta

(Head Office)

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11717 42 Street NW, Suite 250
Edmonton, Alberta T5W 4V8

Local: +1 (780) 784-8000

Admin Edmonton:
admin.ab@acoonline.ca

Reception Edmonton:
reception.ed@acoonline.ca

Alpha Edmonton Manager:
alpha.ab@acoonline.ca

Calgary / Alberta

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1830 52 Street SE, Suite 222
Calgary, Alberta T2B 1N1

Local: +1 587-329-2061

Alpha Calgary Manager:
alpha.cal@acoonline.ca

Surrey / British Columbia

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7327 137 Street, Suite 304
Surrey, British Columbia V3W 1A4

Local: +1 236-857-4900

Admin Surrey:
admin.bc@acoonline.ca

Alpha Surrey Manager 1:
alpha.bc@acoonline.ca

Alpha Surrey Manager 2:
alpha2.bc@acoonline.ca

Toronto / Ontario

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2630 Kipling Avenue, Suite 7
Etobicoke, Ontario M9V 4B9

Local: +1 343-296-5800

Alpha Toronto Manager:
alpha.ont@acoonline.ca

Operations (All Locations):
operations@acoonline.ca

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