Diploma in Business Administration - Hospitality and Tourism Management, Medicine Hat College

This program is ideal for students who want a versatile business diploma with the flexibility to focus on their interests through a major. It also offers the opportunity to gain practical skills applicable across many industries, and many courses can count toward professional accounting designations, which is a significant advantage for those aiming to become Chartered Professional Accountants. The broad range of career options and the ability to tailor the program to specific career paths make it a highly recommended choice for aspiring business professionals.

The program offers four major specializations: Accounting, Financial Services, Marketing, and Management. Each specialization prepares students for specific roles in their chosen field. For instance, Accounting focuses on entry-level accounting positions and CPA requirements, while Financial Services prepares students for roles in banks and credit unions. Marketing emphasizes relationship-building skills for careers in sales, advertising, and public relations. Management prepares students for roles in various industries, including retail, hospitality, logistics, and human resources.

Students need to complete a series of courses divided into two parts: the first year offers foundational courses like accounting, communication, economics, and management, while the second year involves major-specific courses. Admission requires high school or mature student routes, with specific coursework in English, Math, and other subjects. Exact course requirements depend on the declared major and can be checked in the academic calendar.

Graduates can find employment in a variety of roles depending on their major. Accounting graduates may work as technicians, clerks, or trainees for CPA designations. Financial Services students often pursue roles like financial advisors or credit officers. Management majors can start as trainees, project coordinators, or office managers in industries such as retail, hospitality, or logistics. Marketing graduates typically work as coordinators, research analysts, or promotional staff across sectors including not-for-profit organizations and corporate firms.