About the course

A career in marketing can take you in many directions - branding, research, public relations, retail, advertising sales or event planning. And you can find jobs in these areas in almost every sector, from health agencies to natural resource companies to non-profit organizations.

　　Our dynamic curriculum includes social media, computer-based simulations, industry-standard Adobe software, crisis management, and other emerging trends.

　　You can develop on-the-job skills, introduce yourself to different employers and test-drive different types of jobs over the year during three consecutive four-month paid co-operative education work terms.

　　You'll gain knowledge and skills in advertising, branding and creative design, digital and social media, market research and strategic marketing, project management and relationship selling, public relations, and retail strategy and development.

　　You'll get a hands-on education using social media, writing copy, doing mock presentations, conducting research, creating computer-based simulations, participating in group projects and more. You'll also get involved in the community, Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Business marketing specialty diploma gives you an opportunity to work on real projects for community-based organizations.

　　You can apply to use your Business marketing specialty diploma for credit in degree programs at the University of Regina's Paul J. Hill School of Business, University of Saskatchewan's Edwards School of Business, Royal Roads University, University of Lethbridge or online degree programs at Athabasca University. Graduates of this specialty may also receive transfer credits towards the Certified in Management designation through the Canadian Institute of Management and the Certified Logistics Professional designation through the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation.

　　Business marketing specialty grads work as marketing coordinators, marketing assistants, advertising sales representatives, event planners, publicists, social media specialists, account managers, brand managers, market researchers and more. Use your skills in your own business, work for an advertising agency or design firm, or look for opportunities in larger organizations and government agencies. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: CA$36,400

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Moose Jaw
Winter (January), 2024	Saskatoon
Winter (January), 2024	Prince Albert
Fall (August), 2024	Moose Jaw
Fall (August), 2024	Saskatoon
Fall (August), 2024	Prince Albert
Winter (January), 2025	Moose Jaw
Fall (August), 2025	Saskatoon
Fall (August), 2025	Moose Jaw
Fall (August), 2025	Prince Albert

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 or successful completion of three (3) courses, of at least 3 credit units each, from Year 1 of this program (Business Certificate).IELTS - Overall minimum score of Band 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.0 in each component. TOEFL (IBT) - An overall minimum score of 81 on the Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT), with a minimum score of 19 in each of reading, listening, speaking and writing. TOEFL Paper - Minimum test score of 550 with a minimum TWE of 3.5 and a minimum TSE of 50.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 81.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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