Do you dream of starting your own business, working in a family business, or helping a company grow? This program gives you the skills, confidence, and real‑world experience to bring your ideas to life. Learn how business really works—spot opportunities, understand customers, manage money, and market products using social media and smart strategies. You’ll jump into hands‑on projects, build teamwork and leadership skills, and use creative problem‑solving to tackle real challenges. You’ll also explore modern tools and technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), to make fast, informed decisions. One of the biggest highlights: creating and pitching a full business plan just like an entrepreneur. You’ll connect with local business owners and mentors through the Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre and the SANDBOX Centre. Whether you want to launch a startup, grow a family business, or bring fresh ideas to any workplace, this program gives you the spark to get started.

Intake information

Start date	Campus
Fall 2026	Barrie
Fall 2027	Barrie

Tuition and fees

Visit our tuition and fees page for detailed information on the cost to attend Georgian.
Review additional program-specific fees for this program.
Check the Bring Your Own Device requirements for this program.
You can afford this! Explore OSAP as well as awards, scholarships and bursaries to help you pay your way to graduation.

Work-integrated learning

This program includes a co-op work term component where you’ll gain experience in a workplace related to your field of study.
Learn about types of work-integrated learning at Georgian.

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What are the admission requirements for the Business – Entrepreneurship (co-op) program?

Business – Entrepreneurship admission requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, mature student status
Grade 12 English (C or U)
Any Grade 11¹ or 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U)

¹: Minimum of 60% in Grade 11 College or University level Mathematics (MBF3C or MCF3M)

Mature students, non-secondary school applicants (19 years or older), and home school applicants may also be considered for admission. Eligibility may be met by applicants who have taken equivalent courses, upgrading, completed their GED, and equivalency testing. For complete details refer to: www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/academic-regulations/

Pathways

Applicants who have taken courses from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution and/or have relevant life/learning experience may also be considered for admission; refer to the Credit for Prior Learning website for details:
www.georgiancollege.ca/admissions/credit-transfer/

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) requirements

All Georgian College students are required to bring their own device (BYOD) that meets the technology requirements for their program. Having access to a personal laptop that meets your program’s technical requirements will ensure you’re prepared for in-class, online and hybrid learning activities. Students are responsible for the cost, software installation, maintenance and repair of their device.

What career paths can I take in business and entrepreneurship?

Your Business – Entrepreneurship (co-op) diploma gives you many career opportunities

Graduates of the program are prepared for a wide range of entrepreneurial and employment opportunities. While many choose to start, operate, or grow their own ventures, others may pursue more traditional career paths in private, public, or not-for-profit organizations. Potential career outcomes include roles such as business owner, business operator, manager, or business analyst.

What courses are included in the Business – Entrepreneurship (co-op) diploma program?

Course overview

19 Program Courses
1 Communications Course
1 Program Option Course
3 General Education Courses
1 Co-op Work Term

Program-specific courses

Semester 1 courses are listed below. For a full list of courses in the program including course descriptions, view the Business – Entrepreneurship program outline.