Automotive Business Ontario College Diploma, Co-op program

Program Overview

This Automotive Business Ontario College Diploma program combines general business education with specialized automotive knowledge, preparing students for professional support roles in the automotive industry. With up to 8 months of co-op experience, a 90%+ employment rate, and opportunities in various sectors, this program offers a pathway to a successful career in the automotive field.

Program Outline

Turn Your Passion for Cars into a Career - Automotive Business Ontario College Diploma, Co-op program

Degree Overview:

• Program Description: This program prepares students for professional and essential support positions in the automotive industry with a general business and specialized automotive education.
Graduates can build a career across various sectors in the automotive industry.
• Highlights:
• Up to 8 months of co-op work experience
• 90% + employment rate for graduates
• Opportunities in dealership operations, vehicle manufacturers, aftermarket, and more
• $150,000 in scholarships and awards offered annually
• Industry conferences, networking events, and guest speakers
• Experiential learning through the Georgian College Auto Show

Outline:

• Program Duration: 2 Years
• Credential: Ontario College Diploma
• Program Delivery: Full-time, Part-time
• Program Delivery Method: In Person
• Semester 1 Courses:
• ACCT 1000 - Financial Accounting Principles 1
• AUTO 1018 - Concepts of the Automotive Industry
• AUTO 1019 - Introduction to Automotive Technology
• BUSI 1001 - Introduction to Organizational Behaviour
• MKTG 1000 - Introduction to Marketing
• 1 course from the communications list during registration.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Marketing
• Sales
• Operations
• Customer Service
• Finance
• Accounting
• Opportunity Sectors:
• Retail (Dealerships)
• Manufacturing
• Distribution
• Aftermarket
• Finance
• Marketing
• Media

Other:

• Pathway to Degree: Continue your studies with a pathway into the Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive Management) degree program.
• Industry Support: Partners with Honda of Canada Mfg.
• Additional information may be available by visiting the program's official website at Georgian College.